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  1. LorenzoS.
    Oct 22, 2007
    9
    Best online gaming, new maps downloads, clan recruitment,everything u need to have fun with a group of people. so what if single player is the same as 1.6. just an all around fun game.
  2. TurakA.
    Oct 13, 2007
    9
    the game does have a bit better graphics than 1.6. it is actually more addicting than 1.6. its also a bit easier than 1.6. the overall physics is different, the guns are easier to shoot with and kill. thats why i like it more lol! althought going back and forth from 1.6 to cz makes u better somehow. cz is deffinetely best out of css and 1.6.
  3. Henrik
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    Simply one of the best games ever made. Includes the well-known interface and controlling from CS 1.6 with improved grapics and online play, as well as a great single player mode (deleted scenes). Awesome!
  4. FredG.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    This is an awsome game to get into it has lots of levels, bots, modes, and mainly missions.
  5. J.H.
    Aug 30, 2007
    10
    Aged graphics but solid gameplay plus bots that learn fromn you.
  6. WayneW.
    Jul 28, 2007
    8
    I thouroughly enjoyed the game. Games aren't just about high end graphics. This was a fun game even though it's not as epic as HL, and I didn't have to listen to foul language (Counter-Strike) with the online kids. Very enjoyable.
  7. TomB.
    Jul 21, 2007
    10
    This is a GREAT improvement to CS 1.6 and has alot of extra features also the nav files are so complex they give the other bots a kick in the butt. Don't care what the critics said, they're thick.
  8. MikeS.
    Jul 15, 2007
    3
    Simply lame =) the single player has a low replay value and the bots is a stupid idea when you can play with real people. Fun to escape to when you over dose on 1.6, but CZ is more of a place to shove the noobs off of 1.6 and source.
  9. EricC.
    Jul 4, 2007
    10
    This game is way under-rated, this game is one of my favorite games and is probably one of the best single player games ever. Who cares what the critics say they obviusly don't know Sh1t. Screw you Critics, this game is the best of the best at the time it was created!
  10. WesleyC.
    Jun 30, 2007
    9
    I say I was surprised by it! This was what I've always wanted! A counter strike style with a story in the middle. The graphics are not too good for some reason... But it's all about the gameplay right?
  11. MikeR.
    Jun 27, 2007
    7
    While the single player campaign is utterly awful (comparable to a poorly thought out amateur mod) as is the single player mode (play regular game against only bots to unlock maps you can already play online, oh boy!), it is a good update for players with older computers or who don't like source. Especially considering the price.
  12. V-Man
    Jun 26, 2007
    6
    A potentially great game but it's really just a better version of Counter Strike, with a sad attempt at a singleplayer game. I honestley would give this a 7 but the community for the multiplayer portion of the game is what ruined the first counter strike, and it still remains in this game.
  13. WesleyV.
    Jun 20, 2007
    10
    Very nice game
  14. AlexH.
    Jun 16, 2007
    8
    This game is better than source, and the graphics are ok. The game itself isn't very realistic, but the custom game option is the best. Online is great, and their are a lot of cool servers to join.
  15. JamesR.
    Jun 14, 2007
    0
    3 words... This Game Sucked! The only thing this game is good for is a newb that needs a little training before getting online. Crappy graphics... crappy online... nothing compared to CS 1.6, and the new release of CS:S. Let me put it this way, CS 1.5 was better.
  16. AaronH.
    May 31, 2007
    10
    Its amazing with almost no faults in the game. Its graphically better than the original and plays a lot faster and smoother. Its only fair to give the game top marks.
  17. AlexPachy
    May 29, 2007
    9
    no puedo jugar onlinne alguien me puede ayudar.le doy a servidores y me kiero unir a unapartida y me dice el servidor no responde y me salta directo a una pagina dondem e sale el precio de un pakete del counter strike y asi en todos.K alguien me diga como puedo jugar gracias
  18. RohanC.
    May 3, 2007
    10
    I find this the best CS of all of them. cs1.6 is good so if you already have that don't bother This is best for joe average because in CS source all the difference is lower FPS and longer load times.
  19. WilliamF.
    May 1, 2007
    10
    Great game, its like cs 1.6 just better graphics and a bit easier
  20. DanielB.
    Apr 27, 2007
    10
    This is the best for beginner players in training!!!
  21. chrism.
    Apr 22, 2007
    10
    SOOOO much better than 1.6 or source. source is only good for graphics ans 1.6 sucks all together, no reg and sounds suck. CZ much better
  22. VinnyR.
    Apr 16, 2007
    10
    I love Condition Zero, I have every Version of Counter strike ever made, including Source. And i have to say, this is the best version of the 3. The bots are smarter then the ones in Source, the graphics are better then 1.6. I also like the fact that it can be played on older machines. I wasn't able to play any detailed maps in CS:source because my PC wasn't good enough. Get I love Condition Zero, I have every Version of Counter strike ever made, including Source. And i have to say, this is the best version of the 3. The bots are smarter then the ones in Source, the graphics are better then 1.6. I also like the fact that it can be played on older machines. I wasn't able to play any detailed maps in CS:source because my PC wasn't good enough. Get this game, Its the best CS of the 3! Expand
  23. PeteL.
    Mar 26, 2007
    10
    I love this game not only because of the bots, but because it's a great place to test my maps, without complaints. I build maps for CS and this is where I test my maps, to see how playable it is, rather than playing online and people saying "dust plz".
  24. JayM.
    Mar 24, 2007
    10
    This is better then original CS least the weapons and maps are finally balanced.
  25. ThomasSørensen
    Mar 23, 2007
    10
    I think it's the absolut best cs game ever, because the sounds are much much better than in all the others. You can also have fun with the bots and that's cool that the bot intelligence has reached this far. 10 times 10 - or like the public would say it, - it R0xx0r !!!!
  26. PeteP.
    Mar 17, 2007
    10
    This game is awesome...just the little things like the ledge on the door on Italy make this game a great update to the Counterstrike world!
  27. TecoP.
    Mar 10, 2007
    10
    I like CS, many people in many places in my country play this game. Simple and fantastic.
  28. CodyF.
    Mar 4, 2007
    9
    Counter Strike CZ should be considered as an upgrade to the the original counter strike, or even the prelude to source. Many maps have been changed and look a lot better (especially inferno). However, I would say that CZ is geared towards players who don't a fast internet connection, or lan a lot, since there is a wide emphasis on bots. There is 1 new playable class for theCounter Strike CZ should be considered as an upgrade to the the original counter strike, or even the prelude to source. Many maps have been changed and look a lot better (especially inferno). However, I would say that CZ is geared towards players who don't a fast internet connection, or lan a lot, since there is a wide emphasis on bots. There is 1 new playable class for the Terrorist and Counter Terrorist units. Bots can be selected pre-server startup. As a note, lower end pc's will have to turn details, fog, and the tutor off to enjoy this experience. Recommended: 256mb PCI (Doesn't have to be express) card, & 512mb of free memory, especially if you run anti-virus (aka norton or avg) in the background. Expand
  29. johnwohlers
    Feb 2, 2007
    10
    Das Game ist besser als 1.6 !! Nicht nur neue Models sondern auch Neue Waffen skins echt cool.
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  30. MikeP.
    Jan 23, 2007
    10
    It's an awesome fun game, I like the fact that people can make there own custom maps like surf maps, fy maps, de maps, etc... It's got good graphics, new gameplay and an overall good game and its enjoyable.
Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 33
  2. 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. 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.
  3. 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.