Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
CSGO, CS:GO
Release Date: August 21, 2012
Action, FPP, free-to-play, terrorism, modern conflicts, FPS, online, co-op, shooters, battle royale, games as a service, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
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Steam
The next installment in a cult online fist person shooter series, which originated in the early 2000's as a Half-Life modification. This game was created by Valve Corporation, who purchased the rights to the massively popular mod and later developed its commercial editions. The core gameplay is built upon competition between two teams of players: terrorists and counter-terrorists.
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive for PC, PS3 and X360 is another, after Counter-Strike: Source, attempt at refreshing the popular shooter that started out as a Half-Life modification. Despite the changes and all the time that has passed, the title remains great teamwork-based action game.
Gameplay
Two teams, terrorists and special forces, are pitted against each other trying to stop the other party from achieving their objective. We are awarded cash for each enemy we have killed, allowing us to buy better weapons and equipment at the beginning of each round.
The list of available armaments was expanded with several items, including Molotov cocktail, decoy grenade, IMI Negev, Tec-9, Mag-7, Sawed-Off, PP-Bizon as well as Taser. The last one is particularly interesting — although expensive — for it allows you to instantly one-shot an opponent.
Game modes
There are four game modes available: Arms Race, Demolition, Classic: Casual, and Classic: Competitive. The first is a variation of the classic deathmatch — after killing an enemy, we receive a new gun. The second one works similarly, although the game is divided into rounds, just like in classic modes. The third, as the name suggests, is meant for beginners, and its task is to introduce them to Counter-Strike by disabling friendly fire, among other things. Classic: Competitive, in turn, is devoid of all conveniences.
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive for PC, PS3 and X360 offers seven maps: five "de_" (planting/disarming bombs) and two "cs_" (hostage rescue). Each one is based on its counterpart from the previous installments. The fans will surely recognize their names: Dust, Dust2, Aztec, Nuke, Inferno, Italy, and Office. Of course, some some improvements were made, though only to improve the gaming experience.
Technology
The matchmaking system was also overhauled, and now seeks opponents based on our skill level. Apart from Valve servers, the players may also host their own games.
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[6:03] Counter-Strike: Global Offensive CS:GO introduction
[0:50] Counter-Strike: Global Offensive update trailer
The Escapist: 4 / 5 by Paul Goodman
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is the same robust tactical shooter as its predecessors, but it doesn't feel like a full-on sequel.
PC Gamer: 84 / 100 by Evan Lahti
It retains CS' spirit as a competitive game driven by careful tactics, cooperation, and individual heroics alike. It's still a game about positioning, timing, and, say, thinking critically about how much footstep noise you're generating. GO preserves CS' purity in that regard--it remains one of the only modern shooters without unlockable content, ironsights, unlockables, or an emphasis on things like secondary firing modes.
Eurogamer: 9 / 10 by Tom Bramwell
The core of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is a reminder that quality can be permanent rather than fleeting, and the new additions give us new reasons to take interest and - hopefully - another way in for people who are ready for something different.
The main pros of the game
- Graphics and Visuals: Many players appreciate the updated graphics, enhanced smoke physics, and overall visual fidelity provided by the Source 2 engine, making maps like Dust 2 and Mirage look significantly better.
- Core Gameplay: The fundamental mechanics of Counter-Strike?team-based dynamics, strategy, and competitive gameplay?remain intense and engaging, maintaining the essence of the franchise.
- Nostalgia and Community: Longtime players express a sense of nostalgia and enjoyment from the classic Counter-Strike experience, even amidst the game's issues.
The main cons of the game
- Cheating Problems: A significant number of reviews highlight the rampant presence of cheaters, including aimbots and wallhacks, which detracts from the competitive experience and frustrates players.
- Matchmaking and Ranking Issues: Players report that the matchmaking system is flawed, often pairing them with players of significantly different skill levels. The ranking system is described as broken and inconsistent.
- Performance Issues: Many users complain about poor optimization, lag spikes, and inconsistent frame rates, making the game feel unresponsive at times.
- Lack of Content and Features: Several reviews mention missing maps and game modes from CS:GO, as well as a lack of community support and custom mods, which were integral to the previous versions of the game.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Effective Anti-Cheat System: Users express disappointment with the current anti-cheat measures, calling for improvements to effectively combat cheaters.
- Return of Classic Maps and Modes: There are requests for the reintroduction of popular maps and game modes from CS:GO that are currently absent in CS2.
- Improved Matchmaking Transparency: Players desire a clearer and more reliable matchmaking system that accurately reflects player skill levels.
- Community Engagement and Support: Many reviews highlight a perceived lack of communication and support from Valve regarding community feedback and game improvements.
Summary
- Overall, while Counter-Strike 2 has potential due to its graphical enhancements and core gameplay, the overwhelming issues related to cheating, performance, and missing content have left many players dissatisfied and yearning for the stability and enjoyment they experienced in previous iterations of the franchise.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 8127 votes. 1303 players anticipated the game.
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Counter-Strike Series
A series of online FPP shooters, derived from a fan-made modification for the game Half-Life under the same title. Counter-Strike, the rights to which are in the hands of Valve, is considered one of the most important brands in the world of e-sports.
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Counter-Strike: Global Offensive Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows August 21, 2012
PlayStation 3 August 22, 2012
Xbox 360 August 21, 2012
Developer: Valve Corporation
Publisher: Valve Corporation
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 2.4 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 256 MB GeForce 8600 or better, 15 GB HDD, Windows XP/Vista/7
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