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Counter-Strike 2
Tactical Shooter · Developed by Valve · Published by Valve
The benchmark round-based tactical shooter, rebuilt on Source 2 with volumetric smoke.
- PC
- Mac
- Linux
About Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 is a Tactical Shooter developed by Valve, released in 2023. It sits across Tactical Shooter and Competitive Shooter, so it borrows ideas from each rather than sticking to one template.
You can play Counter-Strike 2 on desktop (PC, Mac and Linux). It supports PvP, so expect the experience to revolve around other players rather than a solo campaign.
Counter-Strike 2 is free to download and play, which makes it a low-risk way to find out whether the Tactical Shooter loop clicks for you. It carries a Mature 17+ age rating. It will suit you best if you enjoy esports, round-based and economy experiences.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Counter-Strike 2 free to play?
- Yes. Counter-Strike 2 is free to download and play. As with most free-to-play titles, optional in-game purchases are available but are not required to start.
- What platforms can I play Counter-Strike 2 on?
- Counter-Strike 2 is available on PC, Mac and Linux.
- Is Counter-Strike 2 multiplayer?
- Yes. It supports PvP.
- When was Counter-Strike 2 released?
- Counter-Strike 2 was released on 27 September 2023 by Valve.
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