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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Yakuza
YakuzaStep into the brutal Japanese underworld as ex-yakuza Kazuma Kiryu in a gripping 2005 epic.
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.

After taking the blame for a murder he didn't commit, Kazuma Kiryu emerges from a ten-year prison sentence to a chaotic underworld. The Tojo Clan's vault has been drained of 10 billion yen, and the entire Japanese mafia is hunting for the missing fortune. Guided by a mysterious young girl, Kiryu must navigate betrayal, intense street brawls, and deep criminal conspiracies to uncover the truth. Developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and published by Sega, this groundbreaking action-adventure blends open-world sandbox exploration with visceral beat 'em up combat. Players experience a richly detailed slice of Tokyo's nightlife while engaging in dynamic hand-to-hand fights, dramatic cinematic storytelling, and a deep narrative about honor, family, and crime.

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
Fans of gritty crime dramas and action brawlers
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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Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
publisher
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Sega
age rating
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ESRB M, PEGI 18
multiplayer
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Single player
critic score
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77/100
General
msrp
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$49.99
release date
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2005-12-08
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
  • Compelling, cinematic crime drama story
  • Visceral and satisfying beat 'em up combat
  • Atmospheric and immersive recreation of the Japanese underworld
  • Memorable cast of characters and deep lore
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
  • Dated graphics by modern standards
  • Rigid save system mechanics typical of its era
  • Clunky controls in certain traversal and combat situations
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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