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  1. Mar 30, 2020
    10
    CS:GO must be the only game that has the longest and biggest fan-base in the gaming industry since 1999, And it shows that valve can do the most consistent moves in the gaming industry, 10/10 no doubt.
  2. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    I don't know one fps which comes even close in terms of balanced gameplay, an good feeling, great weapons and perfect map design. Onliest bad thing are the hackers but you can easily solve this problem just by buying prime status. 10/10 still for the fun.
  3. May 28, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece such a fine art of shooting and accuracy and is fun to play with friends
  4. May 14, 2020
    10
    best fps game in the world and one of the all time best E-sport of all time miss the old NIP but new DIG is good love cs
  5. Jun 19, 2020
    10
    I'm old. I was playing since 1.6 came to my internet caffe. And maybe this is not the same i currently have over 1000 hours, and this game is bringing memories to me. The minus is the community. But also, mayby I'm too old...
  6. Jun 3, 2020
    10
    beutiful game i spent my whole life playing this game i love this game This game is amazing. It seems like Valve has listened to the fans complaints about how CS:Source modified the basic game-play of Counter-Strike and made this version a way more similar to CS:1.6. Just played the beta yesterday for the first time and bought the game without thinking twice. This one will be HUGE. Thankbeutiful game i spent my whole life playing this game i love this game This game is amazing. It seems like Valve has listened to the fans complaints about how CS:Source modified the basic game-play of Counter-Strike and made this version a way more similar to CS:1.6. Just played the beta yesterday for the first time and bought the game without thinking twice. This one will be HUGE. Thank you Valve for DotA 2, thank you Valve for CS 1.6 and now thank you Expand
  7. Jun 3, 2020
    10
    Best multiplayer FPS of all time. Absolutely addicting and ruthless in testing your skill.
  8. Oct 28, 2020
    10
    It's simply the best game I have ever played on the PC with friends, but also it makes much fun with randoms to play (if they don't scream in their mics). But at all the competitive mode, which is the main mode is rather a suggestion there are so many other modes, like Wingman or Arms Race, that are incredible good. The best point of the game are the rather small maps, that you can learnIt's simply the best game I have ever played on the PC with friends, but also it makes much fun with randoms to play (if they don't scream in their mics). But at all the competitive mode, which is the main mode is rather a suggestion there are so many other modes, like Wingman or Arms Race, that are incredible good. The best point of the game are the rather small maps, that you can learn easy and that are not like huge maps for example in warzone, that are always the same. also i think it's so much better than the most shooters, because it combines the fastness of for example COD, with more difficult shooter parts, for example a spray pattern, that you can learn. Also it has a really nice skins community that is hard to come in at first but then it is incredible funny to trade with your friends, or just talk about the skin prices. All in all it is a game that has so many different types of gameplay, but it combines them so well. Expand
  9. Jun 7, 2020
    10
    After the huge success the Counter-Strike mod had for the original Half-Life, Valve bought the IP and made it a standalone game. Now 12 years later Counter-Strike is back with what is essentially a HD remake. Using the newest version of the Source engine the visuals are the best looking in a Valve game to date and by god are they pretty, even on the lowest settings. The game adds a few newAfter the huge success the Counter-Strike mod had for the original Half-Life, Valve bought the IP and made it a standalone game. Now 12 years later Counter-Strike is back with what is essentially a HD remake. Using the newest version of the Source engine the visuals are the best looking in a Valve game to date and by god are they pretty, even on the lowest settings. The game adds a few new maps, a couple of new guns and introduces a new, easier to use interface along with vastly improved matchmaking mechanics. If you don't own a Counter-Strike game already then his is the package for you but if you are already an existing fan then £16 for a graphical upgrade and a handful of new features may not be enough to sway your decision. Expand
  10. Jun 10, 2020
    10
    Very good game, years and thousands of hours later, and I still want to play and win games. Toxic community might be a little bit of a problem but I see that as an advantage, I can train myself to keep calm IRL while meeting those kind of toxic people.
  11. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    The game of a generation, current since 2012 and with no signs of ever slowing down
  12. Mar 19, 2023
    10
    THE PERFECT FPS.
    Easy to learn, hard to master.
    Counter-Strike is undoubtedly the best at his genre, no other game feels so smooth and fun to play like GO
  13. Jun 22, 2020
    10
    ai luv this gaim it is sou gud ai ged beta eweri dai one dai ai will bi profasional
  14. Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best multipleer game in the WORLD. Ідеальний баланс виміряний віками............ Expand
  15. Jul 10, 2020
    10
    This is the best fps game I have ever played. Counter Strike Global Offensive has the best mods by FAR. I have thousands of hours on csgo and 3/4 are probably just mods. Also this game has one of the greatest competitive scenes if not the greatest. I login to this game everyday expecting to have fun and thats what I get every single time. 10/10
  16. Jul 11, 2020
    10
    Топовая игра. Но ее к сожалению портят читеры. И вся проблема в том, что Вальв даже не пытаются устранить эту проблему. Конечно сейчас там эти файлы устраняют. Но все равно найдётся выход из этой ситуации. Можно просто купить приватные Читы, и играть с ними сколько хочешь. Концепция игры хорошая. Но так же там не радует коммьюнити. Иногда там попадаются просто конченые дигинераты, которыеТоповая игра. Но ее к сожалению портят читеры. И вся проблема в том, что Вальв даже не пытаются устранить эту проблему. Конечно сейчас там эти файлы устраняют. Но все равно найдётся выход из этой ситуации. Можно просто купить приватные Читы, и играть с ними сколько хочешь. Концепция игры хорошая. Но так же там не радует коммьюнити. Иногда там попадаются просто конченые дигинераты, которые могут орать на всех и руинить игры. Хорошо, что их хотябы мутить можно. Но в целом игра хороша, Expand
  17. Aug 18, 2020
    10
    melhor fps ja feito na historia ate hoje o grafico e a jogabilidade sao inovadores muito bom!
  18. Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Although it make u wanna kill yourself it is still best game ever with highest skill ceiling of all games
  19. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Man. The day I first tried CSGO at a PC cafe, I fell in love. It's why I own a PC from MSI of my own today, and why gaming and FPS titles in general became a major part of my life. Counter-Strike has one of the largest fanbased communities backing it up, which quickly becomes apparent with a quick YouTube or Twitch search.

    If you're only now getting into PC gaming, the first thing you
    Man. The day I first tried CSGO at a PC cafe, I fell in love. It's why I own a PC from MSI of my own today, and why gaming and FPS titles in general became a major part of my life. Counter-Strike has one of the largest fanbased communities backing it up, which quickly becomes apparent with a quick YouTube or Twitch search.

    If you're only now getting into PC gaming, the first thing you need to do is buy yourself a copy of CSGO, whether you're a fan or not. It's just an unspoken rule.

    I'm grateful for every single person who's played a hand in this legendary title's development, and I know it'll be quite some time before I lose interest in what it offers. You've got the training course, vs. AI, community deathmatch, and ranked matches once you get more serious. The players have created countless surf maps, too, so you'll always have something new to master.

    I was introduced to this game late, but I don't feel it's made a difference in my appreciation for it. Counter-Strike is timeless, man. Buy it. Buy it now.
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  20. Jul 28, 2020
    10
    It is a Very good game, you can play it a lot of hours and still getting excited about playing a new round, in a very few words, it is an excellent game.
  21. Aug 1, 2020
    10
    The Game Is Very Fun But Cheats Are More Fun If The Number Of Cheats Decreases I think One Of The Best Online Games
  22. Sep 8, 2020
    10
    i basicly love the concept of valve,simply not to be avaible to aim downsides,and that the pistols are better than a standard american rifle,and that game is only in russian(you cant change),and its full of pay to win (if you pay=youre atomaticly a winner)BUT ULTISAM00 SOMETHING YOU **** CHEATER WITH A PRIVATE STEAM ACCOUNT I WILL FIND YOU AND KILL YOU;YOU INGLORIUS BASTARD,the game isi basicly love the concept of valve,simply not to be avaible to aim downsides,and that the pistols are better than a standard american rifle,and that game is only in russian(you cant change),and its full of pay to win (if you pay=youre atomaticly a winner)BUT ULTISAM00 SOMETHING YOU **** CHEATER WITH A PRIVATE STEAM ACCOUNT I WILL FIND YOU AND KILL YOU;YOU INGLORIUS BASTARD,the game is basicly a 10 Lovely:) Expand
  23. May 7, 2023
    10
    The perfect FPS game.
    Every detail has been crafted to create a perfectly competitive environment for players who enjoy tactical shooters.
    Every minute that you spend playing the game contributes to you getting better and this is rewarding.
    The skill ceiling is as high as you can think of. There's always something to improve on.
  24. Oct 27, 2020
    10
    Its 2020 and still the best first person shooter there is. The game is extremely polished, filled with user content and has the best movement, shooting and tactical-ness. The Esports scene is great too!
  25. Nov 15, 2020
    10
    I like the game a lot and I have played it for 3 years now and I love it. People say there are a lot of cheaters but honestly I rarely see one. People also say that there are a lot of toxic people especially Russians, but you just need to learn how to talk to them and the problem is solved. A great game, the only game in which I can play for hours and not get bored. 10/10
  26. Dec 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Класная игра мне понравилось я узнал кто моя мать и с кем она гулять))))))) Expand
  27. Jan 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, 10/10, ESTOURED, FORGET, QRCODE NA TELA, AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
  28. Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Best multiplayer shooter by far, especially if you're looking for a competitive experience.
  29. Dec 29, 2020
    10
    This game is so good. Its the best game of the world. Love u Gaben. Cheater still be in this game but if you have prime cheaters no matters
  30. Jan 14, 2021
    10
    This game is awesome! It's the perfect mix of CS1.6 and CS:Source. I think this is the better Counter Strike.
  31. Jan 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mega gierka. Polacy wiedzą co dobre! Gratki. No cóż tu więcej napisać o tej grze. Mega Expand
  32. Feb 27, 2021
    10
    Love counter strike and kept playing it since early 2000’s. Matchmaking is great, the community is awesome and the game keeps getting support of the developer.
  33. Mar 16, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nice game! Expand
  34. Apr 13, 2021
    10
    Игра очень хорошая, не сильно требовательная
    В этой игре много экшена и командной работы
  35. Apr 19, 2021
    10
    No wonder CS is 20+ years old. This game is so addictive. I was never really into gaming but this game changed my opinion. This is one of the most accurate FPS games ever made with 128 tick servers. This game requires passion, dedication, hardwork, skill & a lot of practice because every pixel counts when you trigger you gun. Rumours say CS:GO is going to shift on Source 2 Engine within 2No wonder CS is 20+ years old. This game is so addictive. I was never really into gaming but this game changed my opinion. This is one of the most accurate FPS games ever made with 128 tick servers. This game requires passion, dedication, hardwork, skill & a lot of practice because every pixel counts when you trigger you gun. Rumours say CS:GO is going to shift on Source 2 Engine within 2 weeks, really excited for it. Expand
  36. Apr 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Топ игра для отсталых. Я наишрал 700 часов за пол года. Я потерял половину нервных клеток. Мое количество хромосом увеличилось в 2 раза. Expand
  37. May 12, 2021
    10
    Best game in the world
    Perfect ranking system Perfect graphics And other perfect things
  38. May 14, 2021
    10
    top game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  39. May 26, 2021
    10
    Eu vi que mucha gente hacía sus críticas hacia este hermoso-asqueroso juego creado por una compañía imponente pero bastante irresponsable (en cuanto a temas del VAC y precios en skins).
    Para ser sinceros, ¿Quién no a jugado al CS por lo menos una vez en su vida? Yo soy algo joven pero jugué al 1.6 y les puedo decir sin bronca que el CS GO lo supera por mucho: es más intuitivo, si el MM no
    Eu vi que mucha gente hacía sus críticas hacia este hermoso-asqueroso juego creado por una compañía imponente pero bastante irresponsable (en cuanto a temas del VAC y precios en skins).
    Para ser sinceros, ¿Quién no a jugado al CS por lo menos una vez en su vida? Yo soy algo joven pero jugué al 1.6 y les puedo decir sin bronca que el CS GO lo supera por mucho: es más intuitivo, si el MM no te parece la gran cosa tienes Face It y demás plataformas, con los comandos todo es moldeable (La orientación del arma, el HitMarker, etc).
    Jugando al CS GO, puede que no haya estado conforme con el comportamiento de muchos jugadores, lo cuál es normal en un juego tan competitivo y jugado masivamente, por lo que no me quejo si erro un disparo y después el Brazuca que rompe los tímpanos.
    En fin, ya todos saben que el juego nunca será el shooter perfecto sin toxicidad y anti-cheat que todos quieren, pero así me gusta. !Juégalo¡
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  40. Jul 7, 2021
    10
    Wonderful game with lots of good features. One problem is also the hacker army. There are some cheater in every game.
  41. Jul 16, 2021
    10
    The best game of my live. Maybe it's not too good but it gets points with the nostalgia of being the first one I played online. Obviously I mean cs 1.6 but cs go is an update of that game.

    Actually playing only cs go.
  42. Jul 21, 2021
    10
    CSGO is the king of competitive fps for reason. Its tight gameplay, balancing, great maps, great communities servers and content is why this game is still one of the most played games even after 9 years since launch.
  43. Jul 25, 2021
    10
    A legendary game but it is frustrating to find a hacker in every match. Fix this valve.
  44. May 7, 2023
    10
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  45. Oct 2, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Que juego bueno me gusto es el mejor yo juego siempre que lo puedo jugar steam Expand
  46. Oct 9, 2021
    10
    omg sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo ok
  47. Oct 26, 2021
    10
    good game!The best game fps in the word,but i think valve should update system anitcheat stronger instead update prime,still hack in game but less.This just my personal opinion.Thanks
  48. Jan 2, 2022
    10
    This game fun and entertain me. Because easy to play and the best FPS game online at that time. So much fun when playing with our friend.
  49. Nov 23, 2021
    10
    Best fps game I have played since cod It has that fun feeling but that real life feeling
  50. Jan 21, 2022
    10
    Awesome game its fun its one of the best games ive ever played and the snipers are awesome
  51. Feb 8, 2022
    10
    The best competitive shooter to date, mechanics are great and gunplay is perfect. The game does have its flaws but overlooking the cheating problem, it is excellent.
  52. Feb 13, 2022
    10
    Крутая игра жалко конечно что до сих пор есть читеры
  53. Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Эта игра обьективно одна из лучших за все время!
    Это подтверждает тот факт что игре больше 15 лет (если брать в расчет все части) и в нее по прежнему играют огромное количество людей по всему миру.
    При этом юзеры оценили игру в среднем на 7 баллов, что является конечно несправедливостью по отношению к этой легендарной и неповторимой классике.
    Эта игра обьективно одна из лучших за все время!
    Это подтверждает тот факт что игре больше 15 лет (если брать в расчет все части) и в нее по прежнему играют огромное количество людей по всему миру.
    При этом юзеры оценили игру в среднем на 7 баллов, что является конечно несправедливостью по отношению к этой легендарной и неповторимой классике.
  54. Apr 4, 2022
    10
    Yes, I would highly recommend playing this type of game it is one of the best FPS games ever played.
  55. May 20, 2022
    10
    Очень классная игра для того чтобы расслабиться с друзьями и погонять где нибудь на Dust 2
  56. Jun 4, 2022
    10
    This is the most clever game ever. It's based on an old concept of two teams competing over territory and shooting each other. But the game has evolved a lot farther. Nowadays CSGO is a religion, a community, a family, a sport. Something most games never get to become.
  57. Jul 22, 2022
    10
    The best Multiplayer First Person Shooter in the World! Very Fun Game with a lot of Skill required.
  58. Nov 2, 2022
    10
    Меня зовут Химик и это моя история становления каэсера.
    Кхм что могу сказать об этой игре, как то мне еще в 2012 году один человек сказал "Вышла новая кс, обязательно зацени" ну я смог только в 2016, когда мне игру купил друг (а так бы я бы в нее поиграл, когда она стала бы бесплатной), и с тех пор, моя карьера говное... хм дотера можно сказать завершилась, так как я не мог уделять ей
    Меня зовут Химик и это моя история становления каэсера.
    Кхм что могу сказать об этой игре, как то мне еще в 2012 году один человек сказал "Вышла новая кс, обязательно зацени" ну я смог только в 2016, когда мне игру купил друг (а так бы я бы в нее поиграл, когда она стала бы бесплатной), и с тех пор, моя карьера говное... хм дотера можно сказать завершилась, так как я не мог уделять ей столько внимания как прежде.
    Когда я начинал играть в эту игру у меня был план повышения, например
    400 часов = 4 нова
    500 часов = калаш (ага размечтался) с этого место все пошло не по плану, так как калаша я до сих пор не взял!
    Но тут ясно дело, хоть я и выдрачивал аим, а вот раскидки мне не хотелось учить.
    Помнится я очень даже был близко к калашу, и даже выиграл 5-7 каток, но почему то меня не повысили, а потом после 3 проигрышей понизили, мда
    Еще был момент когда мы то ли проиграли то ли на ничью вывели, и меня повысили (запомнился момент)
    Ну и напоследок на смену кс, в году скажем 2017 пришла новая напасть, игры пароходов (Paradox Interective) и я стал парохододрочером, мда.
    Вердикт, играя в кс я развил свою реакцию,словил несколько сотен криповых моментов ( когда 1 на 1 крадешься на плент, и тебе прилетает плюха после смертельной тишины) и сердце йокает, но мне нравки), так же пару vac моментов (увидев сам такое точно заподозрил бы в софте) и конечно же научился командной работе, а так же по практиковал английский. (а еще я был школьником и бедным студентом который вывозил с кс бабки)
    Вот и истории конец, а кто прочитал хороший тиммейт=)
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  59. Nov 30, 2022
    10
    Esse jogo e muito bom ele apoia a criatividade tipo quando eu tava jogando eu criei 200 tipos de ameaças e palavrões diferentes e ainda xinguei 400 gerações de 200 pessoas diferentes
  60. Dec 21, 2022
    10
    Good game, it`s my love CS:GO top game shooter pc gaming not cheating. Source 2 soon 2023
  61. Dec 21, 2022
    10
    cc:GO is the best shooter I've ever played. For example, game mechanics, shooting, everything is arranged in the game, at the highest level, this is not counting the workshop maps, the work of the community games and of course skins. Anti-cheat has now been fixed, there are almost no cheaters. Next, so that I would like to add, I communicated with one of the developers and he informedcc:GO is the best shooter I've ever played. For example, game mechanics, shooting, everything is arranged in the game, at the highest level, this is not counting the workshop maps, the work of the community games and of course skins. Anti-cheat has now been fixed, there are almost no cheaters. Next, so that I would like to add, I communicated with one of the developers and he informed through my friends that the COP:GO update the name to Counter Strike while in 2023 a global update is expected in which the game will be updated to version 2, that is, to the very expected Source 2, which will be up to six months or maybe up to 1 year in the Reborn version. 128 tickrate, improved detail effects and lighting with other things. Surgery is not expected in the near future, this year it will not be released in 2023, perhaps. Cases and major updates are expected Expand
  62. Jul 21, 2023
    10
    I have no more life, no more money and am addicted to gambling. THANKS VALVE.
  63. Jan 31, 2023
    10
    There aren't as many cheaters as people say there are, although there are a load of toxic players. Matchmaking is usually trash and you get retarded toxic teammates, which can sometimes make you toxic, and then there's a feedback loop of people just being toxic. Although there is that one in 5 games where your teammates are alright. Very rage-inducing game. Don't play if snowflake.
  64. Feb 10, 2023
    10
    I love insulting people in this game and spaming kys or ez, when we won the game thanks to a hacker and in the opposite side there was a woman

    i also love to spend a lot of money on skins, i LOVE CSGO
  65. Feb 17, 2023
    10
    This game is the perfect shooter. Its mechanics are amazing and the skill ceiling is huge. This shouid be the golden standard for all FPS games on PC.
  66. Apr 8, 2023
    10
    best game ever. I love those gamemodes and cases. Cases is gambling (DONT OPEN THEM)
  67. Apr 8, 2023
    10
    Counter Strike is one of the best computer video games in history..Since I was young I used to play alone or with my friends..The game has a wide reputation throughout history and I advise everyone to try it again and enjoy
  68. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    I played hundrets of hours of Counter Strike: Global Offensive and i still enjoy every round i play. The variaty of tactics and the different maps make a rather simple game very hard to master. Being able to buy and sell skins also adds an intresting element to the game that i really like.
  69. May 5, 2023
    10
    Esse jogo e muito bom ele apoia a criatividade tipo quando eu tava jogando eu criei 200 tipos de ameaças e palavrões diferentes e ainda xinguei 400 gerações de 200 pessoas diferentes
  70. May 21, 2023
    10
    Une pépite des fps. On peut difficilement faire mieux malgré la simplicité du jeu.
  71. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    I've player this game for 5k hours, and i would say this is one of the best game i've played ever from Valve!!!
  72. Jun 13, 2023
    10
    There is not much more to say about the first shooter i grew up with then i love it. I had so many fun experiences. You really are beginning to notice that you become better in any game just by playing this one. Perfect for beginning. Must play for every gamer.
  73. Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Metacritic is wrong. This game was so good, I got my friends into it. If I had to show someone a multiplayer-FPS game, this would be my first choice.
  74. Jul 21, 2023
    10
    Best counter strike ever.So fun with friends, amazing skins. (i have a gambling addicion because of this game)
  75. Aug 10, 2023
    10
    Best FPS game, Good textures, good gameplay - aim tricks, recoils,crosshairplacements. Good movement system for fps - strafes and geometrical angles. Best map design and balance. Nice skins - good design, no too painted and no too bright. Good cybersport matches and amazing servers(ping). Very good optimization. Amazing game for clever peoples who like fps games
  76. Aug 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ruslar olmasa iyi oyun ha cocukluğumu verdim ben bu oyuna online fps oyunlarının en iyilerined bide son kez bişey sölicem oda cs>valo Expand
  77. Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Es un muy buen juego, muy divertido 100/10 XDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD xd
  78. Sep 21, 2012
    9
    As a long time player of 1.6 I was very disappointed by Counter-Strike: Source and thought that CS:GO would make the same mistakes. I was wrong. This is a good game and I hope the professional community looks at moving on from 1.6 as the Starcraft community has moved on from Broodwar.
  79. May 14, 2022
    9
    CS:GO is simply the best competitive FPS on the market, and it will be for years to come. It has its obvious flaws, such as cheaters and smurfing. However, at the core of the heart the mechanics, the feeling, the amount of content and its depth makes it an undisputable champion of fun and fullfilment achieving progress and skill.
  80. Apr 24, 2013
    9
    Believe it or not, I actually like this version of Counter-Strike better than its prequel, Counter-Strike Source, unlike most people who have reviewed this game in the past. When I first bought CS: Source, I really enjoyed everything about it, except for the graphics, which looked rather dated by today's graphical standards. This game updates the game's graphics, thus fixing the problem.Believe it or not, I actually like this version of Counter-Strike better than its prequel, Counter-Strike Source, unlike most people who have reviewed this game in the past. When I first bought CS: Source, I really enjoyed everything about it, except for the graphics, which looked rather dated by today's graphical standards. This game updates the game's graphics, thus fixing the problem. As for the gameplay, it is the same as it has always been: fast-paced multiplayer action. That's perfectly fine, I don't think this needs to change one bit. Counter-Strike should stay this way in order to stop it from being like certain OTHER modern warfare games (I'm looking at you COD and Battlefield). This game has the classic Counter-Strike game modes of hostage rescue and bomb disposal, however, it also adds two new modes into the mix to shake things up a little. Along with these two modes, it also adds arms race and demolition. These modes manage to keep the gameplay fresh and enjoyable for everyone by awarding people with new weapons for kills. There is no story for this game, but it doesn't need one. The game is just insane multiplayer action for everyone, so a story is rather unnecessary. This game does also have issues however. The game does crash quite a bit. I'm not so sure if this is a problem just with me, or if it's for everyone, but it keeps crashing and giving me errors such as "The Steam servers are too busy to handle your request". The good news is that this game is one of the faster launching games in my Steam line-up, so this does not hurt the game very much, and it is easy to recover from a game crash such as this. However, there is also another problem. This game lacks a lot of the old maps that veteran CS:S players will have come to recognize. Valve will probably add more in with future updates, but for now, there aren't too many classic maps, and several for the new arms race and demolition modes. Lastly, despite this game being better than Source, it probably will never have the lasting impact Source left on the video game community. Source was much more influential than this game, creating an online community that is still active to this day. However, I still think that this game is better, due to the upgrades that were made on the existing mechanics of Source, along with the new modes. Overall, this game is one of the best multiplayer games I've ever played. It does nothing to reinvent the Counter-Strike franchise, but it doesn't even have to. All Counter-Strike really needed was a graphical upgrade, a few new modes, and a few more tweaks on existing mechanics, and it got it. Expand
  81. Mar 7, 2013
    9
    This game is more fun than a barrel of monkeys. It starts with the intro music and just keeps getting better and better. The default maps are good but since this game talks to Steam Workshop you can download hundreds of custom, user-made maps. There are some real gems out there too.

    I really liked all the achievements in CS:GO.. Getting one for being airborne while killing a bad guy
    This game is more fun than a barrel of monkeys. It starts with the intro music and just keeps getting better and better. The default maps are good but since this game talks to Steam Workshop you can download hundreds of custom, user-made maps. There are some real gems out there too.

    I really liked all the achievements in CS:GO.. Getting one for being airborne while killing a bad guy who is also airborne? Brilliant! Some of the achievements names are pretty funny too "disruptus interruptus" or "freed with speed".

    Some of the maps are true CQB fights and very challenging.

    This game isn't ground-breaking and that's probably a good thing. CS:S is a proven winner in PC gaming. CS:GO just improves upon that formula with new maps, weapon upgrades and changes, and newer graphics.
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  82. Aug 21, 2012
    9
    This game is amazing. It seems like Valve has listened to the fans complaints about how CS:Source modified the basic game-play of Counter-Strike and made this version a way more similar to CS:1.6. Just played the beta yesterday for the first time and bought the game without thinking twice. This one will be HUGE. Thank you Valve for DotA 2, thank you Valve for CS 1.6 and now thank youThis game is amazing. It seems like Valve has listened to the fans complaints about how CS:Source modified the basic game-play of Counter-Strike and made this version a way more similar to CS:1.6. Just played the beta yesterday for the first time and bought the game without thinking twice. This one will be HUGE. Thank you Valve for DotA 2, thank you Valve for CS 1.6 and now thank you Valve for CS:GO. Cross Platform will be sick! Expand
  83. Aug 24, 2012
    9
    CS:GO is very much just an upgraded version of the previous game's. But they have done a fantastic job at upgrading it. The menus are smooth, the graphics much better looking, and the gameplay itself is the same amazing CS formula but somehow better. And for those who are whinging about it being just like CODs formula, it's similar but unlike activision, valve is only charging $15 forCS:GO is very much just an upgraded version of the previous game's. But they have done a fantastic job at upgrading it. The menus are smooth, the graphics much better looking, and the gameplay itself is the same amazing CS formula but somehow better. And for those who are whinging about it being just like CODs formula, it's similar but unlike activision, valve is only charging $15 for this. Same price you would pay for an indie game, and still cheaper than every one of the modern Call Of Duty's. Expand
  84. Jan 19, 2013
    9
    CS:GO is the game I always wanted Source to be. It is the successor to the original counter-strike in every way that source could never be. The physics are tighter. No more feeling like you're a marshmallow skating across ice. The recoil patterns are not as predictable. In source, you could spray without considering recoil, in CS:GO, much like the original counter-strike, you mustCS:GO is the game I always wanted Source to be. It is the successor to the original counter-strike in every way that source could never be. The physics are tighter. No more feeling like you're a marshmallow skating across ice. The recoil patterns are not as predictable. In source, you could spray without considering recoil, in CS:GO, much like the original counter-strike, you must understand the spread of each gun and counteract the recoil when you attempt to spray. The matchmaking works surprisingly well, especially as more people continue to get the game. In August, wait times for classic competitive were > 5 minutes. Today, they're about 30 seconds. With the skill ranking system games end up being pretty even, and with punishments for leaving the game early, people are generally inclined to play to win and be good teammates. There are, of course, some downsides. I think the balancing is wrong on a couple of guns, the P90 in particular stands out as being overtuned. This version of the P90 belongs in source, with no recoil and high damage output. You also get a bonus $300 per kill - a total of $600. However, there are other guns which have been made more useful. Duel Berettas are not a joke anymore, neither are the shotguns or the heavy machine guns. There is also the lack of officially supported maps. The maps we do have were originally created 10+ years ago, and some of those original maps aren't even in the game yet. It's disappointing to me that more official maps haven't been released yet for use in classic competitive mode. Incendiary grenades are also a bit of a nuisance. The high cost of purchase is of little concern when you're raking in $600/kill with a gun like the p90, and even though you can counter the incendiaries with a smoke, it still feels too powerful.

    All that being said, I'm more than willing to put my full faith behind CS:GO and make the switch permanently from 1.6. As I said in the beginning of my review, it's the game I had always wished CS:S would be.
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  85. Nov 18, 2012
    9
    Valve does it again. In my opinion everything has improved. Gameplay hasn't changed much at all (and it shouldn't), the steep learning curve is still there, and seems more like 1.6 than source. The buy menu is much better, more convenient, and doesn't close down when you buy an individual item causing you to reopen it again and again. The weapons have been rebalanced so the over usedValve does it again. In my opinion everything has improved. Gameplay hasn't changed much at all (and it shouldn't), the steep learning curve is still there, and seems more like 1.6 than source. The buy menu is much better, more convenient, and doesn't close down when you buy an individual item causing you to reopen it again and again. The weapons have been rebalanced so the over used ak, m4, awp and desert eagle isn't the only thing you see now, but they still haven't lost their power. New items such as the molotov **** for stopping a rush and decoy grenades for fooling your enemies are nice new features. The small cons of the game are my opinion of course: the silencer for the m4 is gone, only can carry 1 flashbang instead of 2, and total lack of maps. Yes these are my only cons with the games. When I first bought the game, it wasn't very polished, but now it has very few glitches and bugs. Since it is Valve, we get free maps and content, meaning the silencer might come back whenever it wants to and new maps will pop up with time. If you are a veteran or noob to Counter Strike, Global Offensive DOES NOT disappoint. Great job Valve. Now...about that episode 3? :) Expand
  86. Oct 31, 2013
    9
    As someone who's never played any of the other Counter Strikes this game is awesome. The skill required to play the game is tremendous, and the learning curve is never ending. You have to strive to actually get better, not just unlock stuff, which for many players who have braved the COD and Battlefield generation is a nice breath of fresh air.

    Of the things I enjoy, the competitive
    As someone who's never played any of the other Counter Strikes this game is awesome. The skill required to play the game is tremendous, and the learning curve is never ending. You have to strive to actually get better, not just unlock stuff, which for many players who have braved the COD and Battlefield generation is a nice breath of fresh air.

    Of the things I enjoy, the competitive mode is what really stands out. 5 vs. 5, winner takes all matches, there is nothing better in gaming. You and your team have to actually work together to get stuff done, and most players take it seriously, which is nice. You will have bad matches, and the matchmaking can get frustrating, particularly being placed into a match where most people are of higher rank than you, but for the most part matches are typically even and both teams have an equal chance of winning.

    The other game modes are fun and can help you learn how to play the game but I haven't played them all that much so it's not my place to talk about them. Arms race is one that's particularly fun and can help you learn how to handle all the weapons, but you wouldn't find me playing it anywhere near as much as I would competitive mode. Fun and helpful but not where the meat is.

    I could go on about everything but that's not really my place. It works as it is, and for $15 you will be hard pressed to find a better bargain for the amount of fun this game will allot you. I wouldn't recommend it for your typical casual gamer, and there really isn't anything else besides the multiplayer component, but it's fun. Would recommend for anyone who's competitive or wants something new with their gaming.

    ~Sir Provost
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  87. Sep 4, 2012
    9
    Ok dudes and dudettes. If you liked the old school CS. You will like this one. Also it's 15 freaking dollars. Super cheap and intense FPS fun. I wish they brought back the flashlight and tags, but whatever. It's still fun .
  88. Dec 22, 2012
    9
    Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (aka CS:GO) is one of the most addictive games that I have ever played. You always feel like playing another round, and you always want to improve at the game and understand the game better. And improving at this game is unbelievably satisfying and rewarding, and being able to get around the complicated recoil system to pile up the kills is deeplyCounter-Strike: Global Offensive (aka CS:GO) is one of the most addictive games that I have ever played. You always feel like playing another round, and you always want to improve at the game and understand the game better. And improving at this game is unbelievably satisfying and rewarding, and being able to get around the complicated recoil system to pile up the kills is deeply satisfying. This game is incredibly hardcore, and requires skill more than anything. You can't just run up to people and spray bullets everywhere, as it'll get you nowhere. CS:GO takes patience, accuracy and good reflexes. Your heart will pound when you're the last man standing in your team, as everyone's eyes are on you from the spectator screens. Being able to win a match as the last man standing feels very rewarding, mainly because you were able to outlast everyone in your team and win. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is a very fun and addictive game which will take away hours of your day again and again. Good luck trying to move your eyes away from the computer screen with this game; it's a very hard task. Expand
  89. Nov 14, 2012
    9
    CSGO has yet again defined how a competitive shooter should be.
    Yes, it may not have reached the standard's of 1.6, however, thanks to Valve's promises of future updates, the future of CSGO shines brightly.

    Fit for both Casual and Competitive player, as well as costing a shocking $15, it's a must buy for any fps fan.
  90. Aug 31, 2012
    9
    I was a big cs source fan and comming from it, I have some pros and cons. The good things are that the game looks great, feels great, and the weapons feel like they have a purpose. There feels to be a little more variety to this game than source, I felt that source ended up an ak/m4 war with the occasionally awp/scout. I feel like all of the guns are priced to the point that each gun has aI was a big cs source fan and comming from it, I have some pros and cons. The good things are that the game looks great, feels great, and the weapons feel like they have a purpose. There feels to be a little more variety to this game than source, I felt that source ended up an ak/m4 war with the occasionally awp/scout. I feel like all of the guns are priced to the point that each gun has a purpose (besides maybe the pistols, why blow 400$ on a tiny upgrade in pistol when you could have grenades of all sorts). Besides the zues failing to show a purpose, it all feels right. The matchmaking works really well, and the serverbrowser is classic, they know to keep that the same. The cons arent enough to shy this game away from great but they are there. As with all counterstrike games, stratagy such as positioning and purchasing is almost always far less important than aim. Thats why there is a learning curve, most of the game is based on your ability to get that headshot. Dont get me wrong, this isnt the worst thing, because its much worse when its like CoD and all you have to do is use the same loadout. At least it takes skill, but your fun time can get ruined by one guy having godlike aim, but I digress, it can happen in every game. Other Cons include, which I guess this one is more for console versions, the maps. Theres only about 10 for classic gamemodes (but servers are already up with user made maps) and 4 for the new gamemode Demolition, with only 2 for gungame. The classic maps are good, the demolition maps are actually really good, and the gungame maps just dont feel right. The main con here is the underwhelming amount. That brings me to another pro (i know, outta place), Demolition. This gamemode has only one thing I dont like about it: its really simple. All it is gungame with stratagy. But it works, it feels different and skillful in its own respect, such as awarding really good rounds with grenades and flashbangs. This is not to mention that the maps they made for it are pretty good for the one-bombsite purpose they were aiming for. TLDR: Good game, GREAT game for the measly $15 price tag, if you have the choice, PC is the way to go to get the most out of it, but console players will still enjoy the experience presented. 1.6 fans will be dissapointed because of thier hardcore attitude, but casual and pro source players will probably respect the game, and remember, source and 1.6 will still be there. PS, a ton of gamemodes (like surf and jail) are already working on GO, the transfer was apparently pretty smooth. Expand
  91. Mar 2, 2014
    9
    Im not a big Multiplayer Gamer and i do play some of 'em (And im a noob in it too) ... The ones i play is Battlefield 4 , Max Payne 3 and this .

    Its been almost 5 year since i played any Counter Strike game . Amd getting this was kinda reforming the Old Memories . I bought it on Steam , downloaded and started (EASY) . The interface was easy as usual to navigate through servers .
    Im not a big Multiplayer Gamer and i do play some of 'em (And im a noob in it too) ... The ones i play is Battlefield 4 , Max Payne 3 and this .

    Its been almost 5 year since i played any Counter Strike game . Amd getting this was kinda reforming the Old Memories .

    I bought it on Steam , downloaded and started (EASY) .
    The interface was easy as usual to navigate through servers .
    Now some people who play the latest Army simulator games may think that the Visuals are kinda dated (May compare it with COD too) . and i dont blame them as they may see the comparison with latest games . But if i compare it with the previous installment in the Series (CS : Source) the visuals are updated .

    The Sound was the similar and my slight con as they might've considered to upgrade or change it by now .

    Gameplay was also quite similar , but CS Gameplay was never easy , it requires special tactics and your deep knowledge of the map to get through your way . The new addition of Arms Race is pretty cool .

    Overall , a great game to try .
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  92. Aug 30, 2012
    9
    This is just what the Counter-Strike series has been waiting for. A modernization. However it feels incomplete with the lack of hostage maps (there is only 2), the gameplay is spot on, competitive, and fresh; while all staying true to the classic Counter-Strike experience. The new gamemodes Demolition and Arms Race are very fun if you are looking for a more fast-paced experience, and theThis is just what the Counter-Strike series has been waiting for. A modernization. However it feels incomplete with the lack of hostage maps (there is only 2), the gameplay is spot on, competitive, and fresh; while all staying true to the classic Counter-Strike experience. The new gamemodes Demolition and Arms Race are very fun if you are looking for a more fast-paced experience, and the new maps are sleek and good looking. This game is also standing evidence that the Source engine is growing and getting better, as the graphics are phenomenal. This game is an upgrade to the entire series in every way. It's still lacking hostage maps though. Since i trust Valve to add more hostage maps, I am giving this game this great rating. Expand
  93. Aug 22, 2012
    9
    Better graphics, better balance, more competitive, all weapons are greatly balanced, now you can handle a SMG without feeling unpowered, i dont know why noobs complain to much about this game, its $15 bucks, even cheaper than CS:S
  94. Jun 28, 2013
    9
    The new definitive way to play Old-School Counter-Strike. This game is basically CS1.6, but with better balance, and adjustments. There's nothing else to it, in the older games, some weapons completely outclass other guns. In this game, every weapon are good in certain cases. Graphics are nicely done, even though the Source engine is ageing a little too much. This game is only $15! What!?The new definitive way to play Old-School Counter-Strike. This game is basically CS1.6, but with better balance, and adjustments. There's nothing else to it, in the older games, some weapons completely outclass other guns. In this game, every weapon are good in certain cases. Graphics are nicely done, even though the Source engine is ageing a little too much. This game is only $15! What!? That's really cheap for a game these days. However, CS1.6 and CS:S have more custom modes and mods then CS:GO but that's not that much of a issue. That's all I really have to say. This game is a must if you're a hardcore Counter-Strike fan, this game is a absolute must in your collection. Expand
  95. Sep 14, 2013
    9
    At first i was a little skeptical being a source fan but i actually came to like this game playing classic competitive mode with friends. its painfully frustrating when your loosing but its invigorating when your playing well. making this game was a bold move by valve considering the large css community but they pulled it off really well.
  96. Aug 22, 2012
    9
    Graphics blasting into my eyes, more weapons, more modes, more maps... In fact, this is the sequel to the most original first person shooter game which makes a lot sense. No nickel and diming needed. The game is worth $15 and all the features it has. It's awesome that the graphics aren't "hardcore" because that will otherwise leave another $60 pricetag in another streamlined pile of games.
  97. Nov 25, 2012
    9
    The only thing this competitive game has that compares to call of duty is it's FPS aspect and a few of the guns. Otherwise, it's an upgrade to the original Counter Strike, 1.6, and source with a few additional game modes and better graphics. What I like about this game above it's predecessors is it's offline bots. The dedicated fans that have been playing CS for multiple years makesThe only thing this competitive game has that compares to call of duty is it's FPS aspect and a few of the guns. Otherwise, it's an upgrade to the original Counter Strike, 1.6, and source with a few additional game modes and better graphics. What I like about this game above it's predecessors is it's offline bots. The dedicated fans that have been playing CS for multiple years makes the online multiplayer very difficult (which is a good thing). So, what I like about this game is the offline bot mode, which allows people who buy this game to enjoy a little pwnage (or challenge when they crank up the difficulty to veteran) when they can't get it online. Also, everyone has an equal chance, not thrown off by prestiging or leveling up, which adds balance.Overall, it's a fun, challenging, and addicting game -- I'd recommend it to all gamers! Especially those who enjoy a good FPS. Expand
  98. Aug 21, 2012
    9
    The game has much new guns, better graphics, new gamemodes and more. It didnt lose the typical CS-Style which makes it good. But there is one thing, which isnt good: MATCHMAKING The good thing is, it isn't peer to peer matchmaking, the bad thing: you can't use servers from the server browser for your statistics. What I also like, is that I don't have to unlock every gun! From theThe game has much new guns, better graphics, new gamemodes and more. It didnt lose the typical CS-Style which makes it good. But there is one thing, which isnt good: MATCHMAKING The good thing is, it isn't peer to peer matchmaking, the bad thing: you can't use servers from the server browser for your statistics. What I also like, is that I don't have to unlock every gun! From the beginning, everybody can buy every gun! You don't have to level up, or play against lvl 100- overpowered weapons! Overall its a good "remake" with good graphics. Expand
  99. Aug 22, 2012
    9
    After playing source for a few years, I was delighted to hear the announcement of CS:GO and this game does not disappoint those who are familiar with the franchise. Global Offensive brings a range of new features that makes the game easier for those who want to learn how to play, the new 'Weapons Course' mode will help newbies get the hang of the very basics of the game while new modesAfter playing source for a few years, I was delighted to hear the announcement of CS:GO and this game does not disappoint those who are familiar with the franchise. Global Offensive brings a range of new features that makes the game easier for those who want to learn how to play, the new 'Weapons Course' mode will help newbies get the hang of the very basics of the game while new modes such as 'Arms Race' and 'Demolition' is targeted towards the more casual player. For anyone who is yet to play, this game is not your generic shooter and practice is a must! One of the huge disappointments to CSS and 1.6 is the fact that you had to use an external website to have a competitive match, this is not the case with GO as Valve has implemented a new 5v5 competitive mode which allows more experienced players to enjoy the Counter Strike series as they know it. Graphically the game has taken a huge overhaul and now looks better than ever with new lighting effects, an intuitive new buy menu and a hud that is more efficiant than any of the previous games. However in comparison to other modern shooters, the graphics are not perfect but who has ever played CS for its graphics?

    The movement speed is different to previous games and will take a little bit of time to get used to as well as the new hitboxes which I used to disagree with but after many patches in the beta, Valve have constantly tweaked the game to what the community want to see. Your old favorite weapons are still there including the AK, M4A4 (don't worry its pretty much the M4A1) and the AWP as well as new weapons such as the Nova, Tec-9 and Molotov/ Incidinary grenade all feel at home and take little time to get used to. As usual, the map design is incredible and it is a pleasure to see your old favourites re-designed to suit the game. Barely any important locations have changed but Valve are still able to give them all a new fresh feel. The new maps that are featured in Arms Race and Demolition are not my scene but suit the style of game mode that they are for. During the beta there were invisible walls above the maps which prevented players from using the old nade spots however I believe that Valve has now patched this.

    The game servers are solid and over the 100+ hours that I have already played, I have disconnected very little and to be fair it was probably my fault not theirs. The only critisism I have is that I have seen no evidence of servers matching your skill level with others, this creates a problem when professionals with plenty of hours of play are joined with a team of beginers who think it is a great idea to join a 'Competitive' game. This causes a lot of rage quiters and when you end up playing a full game, you will notice your team emptying for a few rounds before others join. Valve has left the game highly moddable for the community to create their own servers and game modes if they so please and I look forward to seeing what modders can do with the game. Zombies is already confirmed as a mod for the game. Overall the game is awesome and I know that I will play 1000+ hours for the next few years. It is definately still a Counter Strike game and anyone that is a little sceptical is either a 1.6 player who refuses to change the way they play or you need to give it a little more time. And for $15 how can anyone go wrong?
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  100. Aug 25, 2012
    9
    Simply put, this is an update to Counter Strike. The core of Counter Strike is relatively unchanged, and depending on your opinion of the original, it's a good thing. However, I will say, it's hard to find a FPS that matches CS's Defuse gametype.
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 38
  2. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Oct 29, 2012
    90
    Brilliant old-school shooter has convinced us that Counter-Strike franchise is in no way to be retired or forgotten. [Oct 2012]
  2. CD-Action
    Oct 24, 2012
    85
    A fast, demanding shooter with a huge potential for the future. It's basically CS: Source, but the maps are more polished and the game looks better. [11/2012, p.64]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 14, 2012
    84
    For a non-professional Counter-Striker, Global Offensive is just a cosmetic facelift, with re-run levels. [Sept 2012]