Counter-Strike: Condition Zero

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1662 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 1,348 out of 1662
  2. Mixed: 169 out of 1662
  3. Negative: 145 out of 1662
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  1. Nicholas
    May 23, 2006
    10
    This game rocks! The high amount of weapons to choose from and many exciting maps is great fun! My favourite map is de_dust2, just like most of my other friends. I'm glad this game got a high rating; it deserves one!
  2. AwinS.
    May 22, 2006
    9
    Superb tactical game with satisfying graphics and a good gameplay.
  3. JerryL.
    May 22, 2006
    9
    Single player was ok and my deserve some of the negative responses. It's the online play that I give it a 9, this is what CS 1.3 should have become when STEAM hit. Better netcode, better graphics and better maps than 1.6. It also has better feel than source.
  4. MiyuH.
    May 22, 2006
    10
    That is absurd! This game was wonderful. I don't understand why "you people" think this is a big dissapointment. This has outstanding graphics, and the gameplay is awesome. So, I give it a 10.
  5. KitrikH.
    May 21, 2006
    10
    Very good game, im my opinion as far as gameplay and registry issues...best counter-strike game yet.
  6. JonathanW.
    May 21, 2006
    9
    This has a very good Single player RP part. Could make stuff like noise, more realistic (Breaking open a lock (very loud) with a little wall in the way, and the enemy not noticing).
  7. GwanF.
    May 21, 2006
    10
    this game is just so damn addictive! been playing it every day since it came out! much better than source and 1.6!
  8. VictorF.
    May 21, 2006
    10
    Far much better than Counter-Strike 1.6! I don't understand the low marks the game got.
  9. SørenK.
    May 21, 2006
    10
    I got all the counter strike games but i think this is the best (my computer is too slow to run source perfect.
  10. WinE.
    May 21, 2006
    5
    Very poor. Frankly, the bots suck, and the new CS:Z player models are no improvement on the old CS models. The arctic model was ruined completely! I'll never forgive them.
  11. JulianD.
    May 19, 2006
    10
    This Game is MUCH more better than CS:S ! better game play better aiming better hitbox!
  12. JaredT.
    May 17, 2006
    2
    This game was a dissapointment. it took valve way to long to take cs 1.6, and add bots (wich by the way are shit) and make you have to unlock maps. i hate bots so much, and i think they should be taken off of the game. they sit there like retards, atleast make them smart. half of the time they sit in a corner and stare at an enemy through the wall, who is also hiding in another corner.... This game was a dissapointment. it took valve way to long to take cs 1.6, and add bots (wich by the way are shit) and make you have to unlock maps. i hate bots so much, and i think they should be taken off of the game. they sit there like retards, atleast make them smart. half of the time they sit in a corner and stare at an enemy through the wall, who is also hiding in another corner.... make a better version of ce, one that has 1.6 graphics with added features.… Expand
  13. LuisS.
    May 17, 2006
    9
    Two things aside from the game play that I love about this game. 1 You don't need the frakin CD in the drive to play, 2 You buy the game and play online for free. STEAM is a great tool.
  14. RyanM.
    May 17, 2006
    10
    if you would vote cs 1.6 a 9 or 10 than this is no diffrent its the same and more.
  15. OmarE.
    May 16, 2006
    10
    i love this game, in this game you can play lots of other games lik Warcraft and superheros.
  16. BrianD.
    May 14, 2006
    0
    it was terrible. its counterstrike offline. the internet was the ebst feature of counter strike. withtout it its useless.
  17. PatrickS.
    May 13, 2006
    9
    In *my* opinion, this is a more balanced game than CS 1.6, and it has bots... I don't understand why others feel the need to bag it. I have Source and obviously 1.6, but I still prefer to play CZ online.
  18. RichardR.
    May 13, 2006
    10
    Wicked game ive been playing it from the day it came out and have never got bored once! :-)
  19. ReeceN.
    May 13, 2006
    10
    Online gaming is taking to the max... updated graphics and models from 1.6 but keeps the great gameplay that will keep you hooked for hours on end.
  20. PatG.
    May 12, 2006
    10
    With the mods u can get for this game, its amazing, plus u can create ur own missions if u want.. this is a single player game basically and the score is not based on the multiplayer aspect of the game.. just the great single player action, and with tonystrike or something like that... wow! thanks valve!
  21. OinD.
    May 12, 2006
    10
    Well, its a pretty neat game. Adding the mission mode was a great idea, but its not the real 1.6 feeling. Both graphicaly and playability is enhanced, wich is great. It's a great game from a great producer
  22. LukeM.
    May 12, 2006
    10
    Best Game Ever!!!!
  23. chemela.
    May 11, 2006
    8
    securit game is poor, many hacker change a lots of configuration. Many people stop play CS and CZ becouse hackers are no stoped. But the game ?? 10 10 10 hackers 0 0 0 = 8
  24. JimH.
    May 10, 2006
    9
    i think this game is a very big upgrade to the old 1.6 version yet is does lack more map's than 1.6 i still think this game is 10 step's ahead of 1.6 with the graphics upgrades the buy menu upgrades (without useing script which i think is hacking) is nice i think the game all around is very very solid.
  25. BobG.
    May 10, 2006
    10
    Condition Zero is the best of all Counter Strike series CS 1.6 has too many hackers CS:S is way too easy So Condition Zero is well balanced.
  26. KrickeTR
    May 9, 2006
    10
    Condition Zero is the best out of all steam games, ... valve did a good job, ... (or whoever made it), ... i am waiting for a CZ2.0 or something! -Kr1ck3T
  27. Mudpughellfire
    May 9, 2006
    8
    good graphics and better weapons and cool that they have bots too.
  28. Mudpug
    May 9, 2006
    8
    i dont understand how normal counter strike has a better rating because this 1 has bots so you can play alone and it has a game where you pick ur teams depending on points and stuff so i think that counter strike condition zero would get much better results.
  29. GregG.
    May 9, 2006
    9
    I don't see why people hate it so much. I like it because it takes a game that I already know and love and adds new features to it. Plus, I like the idea of bots whom I can command and win a match strategically, not by luck.
  30. DanielBauchman
    May 8, 2006
    10
    i love this game...i have been playing it for 1 year and its still my favorite game!!! honestly people say its not as good as 1.6 but honestly why wouldnt it be?? think of it this way....better graphics......and just better overall gameplay...anyone who says its not a good game obviously isnt a true gamer :D
  31. DanB.
    May 8, 2006
    10
    This is a great game for anyone who loves a good First Person Shooter. It combines the hl engine and is good graphicly and doesnt have have steep requirements i recomend this game to any hardcore cs 1.6 player or cs:s player.
  32. Andrew
    May 8, 2006
    10
    This game was better than CS 1.6 this game infact was the first CS game I ever played.
  33. BenediktZ.
    May 8, 2006
    8
    Pretty good expansion... Could have been a little more innovative.
  34. SeanM.
    May 7, 2006
    10
    near perfect and hours of interesting fun and gameplay.
  35. ChaseR.
    May 7, 2006
    10
    Very good game, it has the graphics, Nades cant go through walls, some spam spots are tooken away, makes the game more about skill then more of randomness, I do love 1.6 and i am current main in it but if anything, this game is the middle of 1.6 and counter strike source, if your looking for something better then 1.6 as in graphics and stuff and a game that doesnt take up as much Very good game, it has the graphics, Nades cant go through walls, some spam spots are tooken away, makes the game more about skill then more of randomness, I do love 1.6 and i am current main in it but if anything, this game is the middle of 1.6 and counter strike source, if your looking for something better then 1.6 as in graphics and stuff and a game that doesnt take up as much resources as counter strike source but makes it go into same gameplay i reccomend cz, it is the perfect game. The only game i can think of that will beat this is the new mod coming out called pro mod but thats about it. As in competition its not to hard but since its in the second season of CAL it will get more competitive, i have been cal-i for condition zero so yes i know much about it, but its fun over all, great community everything is good about it.… Expand
  36. GavinF.
    May 7, 2006
    10
    I can't complain I got the game well the serial number only from K-Mart for $4.01 because the discs had been lost. Thank you steam for making lost discs or destroyed data no problem when installing, just had to add my new serial to my account and there you go the cheapest copy of Condition zero ever.
  37. AiYo
    May 6, 2006
    7
    I love this game, but my dsl line is lag... maybe my line not stable.. :P
  38. JohnM.
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Hav ebeen playing the cs series for 5 years and it never gets old, Amazing game.
  39. BlazingArrow
    May 6, 2006
    10
    DO NOT judge this game by bots. Bots are simply for use for Ofline modes, not while on the Internet. This is absurd if you say the game is a 4 or lower just because of the bots. This game has excellent skins, more maps, and better sounds, and ALOT more stuff that does'nt interfere with the Counter-Strike fanaticism! Quit whining. Many ppl play this game, so you wont just see 10 DO NOT judge this game by bots. Bots are simply for use for Ofline modes, not while on the Internet. This is absurd if you say the game is a 4 or lower just because of the bots. This game has excellent skins, more maps, and better sounds, and ALOT more stuff that does'nt interfere with the Counter-Strike fanaticism! Quit whining. Many ppl play this game, so you wont just see 10 servers on the server lists. Counter-Strike Deleted Scenes is NOT Counter-Strike, by the way, just a different game, like a RPG FPS like Halo, perhaps. A MUST BUY!!! It's only 10$ now. Used to be 50$.… Expand
  40. JohannesT.
    May 6, 2006
    9
    Really nice grafic and a GREAT gameplay at all and by the way u can mmet new people there and join clans, just a really cool game.
  41. NormanL.
    May 6, 2006
    9
    This game is fun. The only down fall is the hostages dont follow you right a way. So be good in fighting. When you have to kills a terroist with a knife it sometimes works .other than that it is a challenging game. And fun to pass all the levels.
  42. OlivierP.
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Très bon jeu, graphiques convenables et jouablilité imcomparable(p-e cs)
  43. JoséO.
    May 6, 2006
    10
    C'est tout simplement le meilleur jeu de tout la série Counter-Strike ! Il est plus poussé que CS1.6 et le gameplay est mieux que CSS. On voit un réalisme, sans avoir les défauts de Source, avec pleins d'objets dans les jambes et le réalisme, justement, trop poussé. C'est bien le réalisme mais c'est tout de même un jeu !
  44. ManasC.
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Its tha best game...wid fast play and great graphics...everything is perfect.
  45. IanBOB
    May 6, 2006
    10
    This game is highly addictive also has a lot better reg than newer steam games!
  46. KilllaWeeed
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Geiles spiel komm nich los davon und das seit ewigkeiten.. auch wenn die grafik n bischen alt ist, spiel ichs lieber als source.
  47. Bor
    May 6, 2006
    10
    The Best Game!!!
  48. SotosklereK.
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Its a fantasticic game.
  49. DJB!LL
    May 6, 2006
    10
    Excelent Game ! graphics quality isn't comparable at HL² but is very correct in 1280x1024 in D3D mod !
  50. TejpalS.
    May 2, 2006
    10
    This is a very good valued game. I cant belive CS got a higher mark for something.CZ has better graphics and better gameplay.I dont see why this franchise has "GONE TO FAR". The same people who said that loved sorce.
  51. MartinL.
    Apr 11, 2006
    8
    I thought it was pretty cool, it's like playing a re-released Gameboy game that you once had, but lost when you moved house for the 18th time, and with nicer textures. Why are people complaining so much? It's just a bit of fun, moody gits!
  52. JamesM.
    Mar 29, 2006
    9
    Although based on a rather boring game (in my opinion) CS:CZ's engrossing singleplayer takes you around the world, putting you in the shoes of Counter-Terrorist operatives. Even though any hard core gamer can finish the campagne in two or so sittings, this deserves a play. Please note that when starting the campagne, to go in taking your first run of a new non-related single player Although based on a rather boring game (in my opinion) CS:CZ's engrossing singleplayer takes you around the world, putting you in the shoes of Counter-Terrorist operatives. Even though any hard core gamer can finish the campagne in two or so sittings, this deserves a play. Please note that when starting the campagne, to go in taking your first run of a new non-related single player game, which is what this really is. If you find yourself wanting a action packed engrossing single player story, or visual upgrades from CS1.6, CS:CZ is for you. Otherwise, enjoy your already fulfilling CS game.… Expand
  53. omgpwned
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    I love this game it has more skins better game play and much improved graphics.
  54. MichaelP.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    This game proves that Counter Strike owns practically everygame and single player mode and deleted scenes modes keep the action coming. No other counter strike offers instant action, single player, scenario modes 10!!!
  55. Salvador
    Jun 5, 2005
    8
    For people with average pc's and who have not played cs before, its a recommended buy! Ive been playen since release, and have seen many (free) cs players, that bought the game and didnt complain much. (The enhanced sequel cs:cz:source, feels less appreciated than the cz).
  56. JoshS.
    Aug 29, 2004
    6
    This game is ok but the only thing good about it is some new graphics. the 1 player mode is a joke because the bots just stand there. overall this game is only good if you really love updated models and guns.
  57. Don'tAsk
    Aug 2, 2004
    8
    Clearly not the game everyone hoped for but I hope this will be the definitive score. Yes it is very similar to CS 1.6, but with the popularity of CS, why not try to copy it? In respect to graphical updates, the game certainly looks nicer in both player models and subtle details. The addition of bots is ingratiating, but don't expect too much from these CPU-controlled characters. If Clearly not the game everyone hoped for but I hope this will be the definitive score. Yes it is very similar to CS 1.6, but with the popularity of CS, why not try to copy it? In respect to graphical updates, the game certainly looks nicer in both player models and subtle details. The addition of bots is ingratiating, but don't expect too much from these CPU-controlled characters. If you already own CS 1.6 dont buy this unless graphics and a few maps are that important to you. Otherwise this is a great game to purhcase if this is your first immersion into the world of online FPS.… Expand
  58. [Anonymous]
    May 5, 2004
    0
    It took valve 3 or something years to take an already made game and add bots to it......
  59. AndyL.
    May 4, 2004
    5
    The result of a brilliant mod (best ever?) degenerated iby commercialism. CS is all about multiplayer, always has and always will be.
  60. RobC.
    Apr 6, 2004
    1
    Just sold me 1.6 with skins for 30$ , what a waist of money, nothing new here, bots are a free dl maps are too, still not sure what i bought.
  61. SameerS.
    Apr 1, 2004
    9
    The Unreal Tournament style single player is a CS fan's dream come true - play your favourate maps with critically acclaimed A.I. bots (plus new unique goals for each map) and customize a scenario to your liking (e.g. Militia with hard bots only using Shotguns and all bots join CTs while you are the sole T protecting the hostages with a sniper gun). I simply cannot comprehend how The Unreal Tournament style single player is a CS fan's dream come true - play your favourate maps with critically acclaimed A.I. bots (plus new unique goals for each map) and customize a scenario to your liking (e.g. Militia with hard bots only using Shotguns and all bots join CTs while you are the sole T protecting the hostages with a sniper gun). I simply cannot comprehend how some CS fans do not like this game -the top-quality bots and customizabiltiy make this my top game of the year! It only failed to get a 10 by my ranking because of the poor "deleted scenes" part (and calling it "deleted scenes" does not prevent it from bringing the rating down -its still part of the game and part of the marketing for the game!… Expand
  62. Gerry
    Mar 28, 2004
    1
    This is the BIGGEST disapointment ive ever had! condition zero is nothing but cs 1.6 except with fixed maps, it should get a -1
  63. JohanE.
    Mar 22, 2004
    10
    Whohoo this is goood!
  64. GlennL.
    Feb 28, 2004
    1
    The only thing this is good for would be a frizzbie,,, game sucks big time over rated bit of garbage !
  65. HeikiS.
    Dec 28, 2003
    10
    CS:CZ is worth 10 points. the 5 year old game has been popularly played all over the game even now and the number of new players is growing fast. So why shouldnt 5 years newer version be as popular as the previous one?
  66. Jordan
    Nov 20, 2003
    1
    It's a "must play" game.
  67. KaineL.
    Oct 22, 2003
    10
    Counter strike is the best game ever invented for multi player but i dont know about this new one.
  68. MikeB.
    Sep 10, 2003
    10
    This is the best game!!!!!!!! Counter-Strike for life!!!!!
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Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 33
  3. Negative: 2 out of 33
  1. Game Informer
    78
    The problem is that neither the physics nor the graphics have aged particularly well; if you're looking for a next-gen FPS, this is not it. It is, however, a decent update to one of the best titles of yesterday. [Apr 2004, p.108]
  2. VideoGamesLife
    72
    Counter-Strike: Condition Zero only gets its score because of the multiplayer, and if you’re after this for anything other than a visual tweak and a disc filled with Half-Life 2 videos, you’d be best off not bothering at all.
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  3. IGN
    70
    It certainly doesn't do enough to compete with today's shooters and the fact that much of the game is already available in another format makes this version seem a bit redundant.
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