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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Streets of Rage 3
Streets of Rage 3Stop Mr. X and his robot duplicates in this classic beat 'em up action game.
Overview
Description

Counter-Strike 2 is the free-to-play successor to CS:GO, a tactical 5v5 shooter defined by precise gunplay, economy management, and deep competitive play built on the new Source 2 engine.

The notorious crime boss Mr. X is back with a sinister new plot involving lifelike robot duplicates and city-wide bombings. Teaming up with scientist Dr. Gilbert Zan, heroes Axel, Blaze, and Skate must fight their way through the Syndicate's forces to save the city once and for all. Experience intense side-scrolling combat across multiple platforms with support for single-player and co-operative gameplay. Master each character's unique moves, weapons, and special attacks to dismantle the Syndicate's criminal enterprise and rescue the captured city officials.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free-to-play; monetized via cosmetic skins.

Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
Hack & Slash
Best for
Competitive and tactical FPS players
Retro gamers and classic beat 'em up fans
Specifications
Specifications
platforms
PC
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deployment
Game
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open source
No
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api available
No
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developer
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Ancient
publisher
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Tec Toy, Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Sega Corporation
age rating
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PEGI 12, ESRB E10+
multiplayer
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Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
General
release date
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1994-03-18
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Engaging side-scrolling beat 'em up combat
  • Multiple playable characters with distinct fighting styles
  • Exciting local co-operative multiplayer mode
  • Memorable retro soundtrack and visual style
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Can be exceptionally difficult for inexperienced players
  • Limited modern quality-of-life additions in certain ports
  • Storyline is relatively straightforward and brief
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
9
0
User rating
4.5 (4)
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What reviewers say

Counter-Strike 2 Reviews

4.5 (4)
Verified User

So much fun

Counter-Strike 2 has been my go-to lately. Pure skill-based gunplay. One gripe: steep learning curve. Would recommend.

Verified User

So much fun

Sunk way too many hours into Counter-Strike 2. Pure skill-based gunplay. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Verified User

Recommend Counter-Strike 2

Been playing Counter-Strike 2 with friends. Huge esports scene. No real complaints. Would recommend.

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