Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

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  1. sliver
    Mar 25, 2014
    10
    Just perfect a real Counter Strike game like 1.6 or CSS. Come back to real FPS in esport. Moreover this game is realy not expansive. He is the most epic FPS make by Valve and for esport: 250 000$ for dreamhack, 250 000$ for IEM... Just epic
  2. augh18
    Apr 17, 2014
    10
    One of those games that hit the nail on the head the first time around and as such doesn't need to do anything but improve its graphics over the years and still be the best multiplayer FPS on the market.

    Added game modes are fun, add a bit of spice to the game, but Classic CS is what I came for, and that's where the game shines. "Deathmatch" has the spawn issues that plague CoD (because    One of those games that hit the nail on the head the first time around and as such doesn't need to do anything but improve its graphics over the years and still be the best multiplayer FPS on the market.

    Added game modes are fun, add a bit of spice to the game, but Classic CS is what I came for, and that's where the game shines. "Deathmatch" has the spawn issues that plague CoD (because it's just an insta-spawn gibfest instead of a coordinated effort), Arsenal is fun, you have a lot of community maps to pull from as well but you don't get to play these on ranked.

    And that's the game's only downfall as far as I can see. I feel like the ranked system should have a smaller map pool that changes every week, as it is if I select every map before queuing I keep getting thrown into Dust 2, because that was and still is the most favored CS map by the community. Would be nice if they did something to force people out of their comfort zones in competitive mode, to me that's the whole point.

    Aside from that, still has dedicated servers for free, better hit detection and far fewer latency issues than modern titles that cost $60 and charge you for every map pack they release. The only reason I ever stop playing Valve games is because like everything else, I get eventually get bored and feel the need to try something new, but I always come back to Valve titles. They just do it so much better and give so much more value than everyone else in the industry, and this was even the case before they started earning that Steam money. If they ever flip the switch like Blizzard did, PC gaming will truly be dead.    … Expand
  3. metarevieww
    Apr 30, 2014
    10
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    It's undetectable by VAC and it's updated regularly. It has aimbot, wallhack, it shows health , distance, everything you need to become global elite.
  4. Yurchik
    Oct 15, 2018
    0
    The game is just terrible! Physics is terrible! Balance is terrible!

    It is impossible to play it, every step, every recharge, is accompanied by sound. I got the knife - the sound, even when you look at the sight, still there IS SOUND (loud). Very often you have to play with players below the average level, and this is not less than 70% of all players. That only there is a mode    The game is just terrible! Physics is terrible! Balance is terrible!

    It is impossible to play it, every step, every recharge, is accompanied by sound. I got the knife - the sound, even when you look at the sight, still there IS SOUND (loud). Very often you have to play with players below the average level, and this is not less than 70% of all players. That only there is a mode "Competition" ... Players prop up each other, with the whole team run in one direction, forgetting that there are two more. For the sake of cheerfulness I can kick you, and you are given a ban for it, at least 24 hours (24 hours, not 4, not 8, not 16, but 24), saying "you are often excluded".

    Physics is disgusting, when throwing a grenade in motion, it can fly ANYWHERE, but not where you throw it. The spread of weapons is HUGE, even on accurate trunks! You can release 20 cartridges (for example from M16) to the enemy, get 5, one of them to the head and not kill the enemy (which is strange)! But he is shooting with AK (the machine that is the most oblique, both in real life and in the game) will hit you in the head and kill from the first hit, although it can be seen on the repetition that he holds it ABOVE my head from slopes to the side at half a meter.

    There are a lot of curved maps that give an advantage to either special forces or terrorists. The cost of the same in the characteristics of weapons are different. As an example (I will not even give an example of M16-3100 and AK-2700), I'll give the "Fire Grenade" - for special forces - 600, for terrorists - 400. Where obviously the special forces lose, not to mention the demining set. Constantly finds games with people on several levels above, in which even you can not get or a bit lower, with which, even playing is not interesting.

    In general, the game for 0 of 10 (0/10)    … Expand
  5. WOZBORN2
    Dec 17, 2018
    0
    Эта игра не такая уж и плохая, но спешу вас предупредить. НЕ СОВЕРШАЙТЕ МОИХ ОШИБОК!!! ЭТА ИГРУШКА РАЗРУШАЕТ ВАШУ ЖЫЗНЬ!!! Как всё было. В 2016 я купил эту грёбаную стрелялку про террористов и палицейских. Сел поиграть 5 минут. Мама ведь больше и не разрешала. Поиграл я эти 5 минут, устал немножко, решил пойти попить водички. А НА ДВОРЕ 2018 И Я ПРОИГРАЛ ДВАДЦАТЬ ТЫСЯЧ ЧАСОВ. МАМА МЕНЯ НЕЭта игра не такая уж и плохая, но спешу вас предупредить. НЕ СОВЕРШАЙТЕ МОИХ ОШИБОК!!! ЭТА ИГРУШКА РАЗРУШАЕТ ВАШУ ЖЫЗНЬ!!! Как всё было. В 2016 я купил эту грёбаную стрелялку про террористов и палицейских. Сел поиграть 5 минут. Мама ведь больше и не разрешала. Поиграл я эти 5 минут, устал немножко, решил пойти попить водички. А НА ДВОРЕ 2018 И Я ПРОИГРАЛ ДВАДЦАТЬ ТЫСЯЧ ЧАСОВ. МАМА МЕНЯ НЕ ВЫГНАЛА ИЗ-ЗА КОМПУКТЕРА ПОТОМУ ЧТО ОНА УМЕРЛА. Я ЗАПЕР ЕЁ В ТУАЛЕТЕ, ЧТОБЫ ОНА НЕ МЕШАЛА МНЕ ИГРАТЬ В МОЮ НОВУЮ ИГРУ БОЛЬШЕ ПЯТИ МИНУТ. ХОТЯБЫ ШЕСТЬ. И ОНА УМЕРЛА ТАМ. НЕ ЗНАЮ ОТ ЧЕГО. НО ОТ НЕЁ ВОНЯЕТ ГОВНОЙ. ВСЕ ЕЩЕ... БОЖЕ УПАСИ МАЛЕНЬКИХ ДЕТИШЕК ОТ ПОКУПКИ ЭТОГО ТВОРЕНИЯ САТАНЫ. НЕ ПОЗВОЛЯЙ ИМ ПОВЕСТИТЬ НА ЭТОТ РАЗВОД, КОТОРЫЙ РАЗРУШИТ ИХ ЖИЗНЬ. НЕ ДАЙ ИМ ПОВТОРИТЬ МОИХ ОШИБОК. Толик, 43 года.… Expand
  6. Venal
    Jun 4, 2020
    0
    Bad graphics, community, developers, some slavs screaming in a voice chat, good cheaters. :) The worst game out there tbh. Maybe it requires skill but it's unplayable and not fun.
  7. Konox
    Mar 20, 2014
    0
    Don't buy this game if your a CS veteran player. the *aiming* in this game is horrible for a FPS !
    The whole game feels badly made and the CS feeling is totally gone !

    If you wish to play CS go play CS Source. !
  8. rqr
    Jan 18, 2014
    0
    Do not buy this game, sooner or later you will be frustrated, because of the huge amount of cheaters and kickers, VAC fails miserably once again, by the way, the cheaters keep calling you "noob".

    And the so called "overwatchers" do almost nothing, they keep ignoring wallhackers.
  9. Stempf
    Jun 7, 2020
    0
    in cs go are just cheaters and valorant is much better. cs:go is too old and the last update was garbage
  10. SchroederRock
    Aug 16, 2013
    8
    Counter-Strike GO is sharp where it counts. It's very familiar to the long time veterans who have stuck around for over a decade while offering a much-appreciated face lift and slight variance/additions to bring it closer to modern-day shooters, instead of solely sticking to its "guns" and offering the one classic gametype that carried CS for years without fault. Counter-Strike as aCounter-Strike GO is sharp where it counts. It's very familiar to the long time veterans who have stuck around for over a decade while offering a much-appreciated face lift and slight variance/additions to bring it closer to modern-day shooters, instead of solely sticking to its "guns" and offering the one classic gametype that carried CS for years without fault. Counter-Strike as a franchise will likely never offer the expansive or immersive gameplay that titles such as Battlefield have come to master, but that's kind of the beauty of it. You can literally jump in and out of games at-will. No matter what, whether you're looking for 15 minutes of tactical fury or a 3-hour binge session, Counter-Strike GO still carries the ability to draw an audience and keep it especially for the fans that favor the less forgiving mindlessness that Call of Duty has rewarded so abundantly. Definitely worth a look.… Expand
  11. PieM0nk
    Mar 15, 2014
    10
    Best game in the franchise since CS 1.6. Same amazing team-based gameplay with some new guns, grenades, and much more. Valve is working very hard with the players on this one and it is the most constantly updated and worked on Counter-Strike game ever. In fact, Valve and Hidden Path were working with the CS community the whole time this game was being developed and they still are forBest game in the franchise since CS 1.6. Same amazing team-based gameplay with some new guns, grenades, and much more. Valve is working very hard with the players on this one and it is the most constantly updated and worked on Counter-Strike game ever. In fact, Valve and Hidden Path were working with the CS community the whole time this game was being developed and they still are for updates.

    With new "operations" players are able to spend a small amount of money to support community map makers and be able to play on those maps they work so hard on to make. In addition, recent updates such as the Arms Deal update allow players to have their own gun skins, apply stickers, and even name weapons.

    As anyone who is new to the franchise, expect a difficult learning curve that is incredibly rewarding to overcome. Valve and Hidden Path are really outdoing themselves with this installment and I look forward to future updates.    … Expand
  12. jeanphilt
    Apr 26, 2015
    5
    - average graphics
    - no killcam
    - mostly the same maps - camping is rewarded (except in deathmatch maybe) - AWP seems OP - something is wrong with netcode/spread when firing from short distance I prefer CSS. I've started playing CS1.3 15 years ago and I liked the graphic improvements and new maps in CSS but I don't really get why CS:GO seems popular. As of 2015, you can get BF3/BF4    - average graphics
    - no killcam
    - mostly the same maps
    - camping is rewarded (except in deathmatch maybe)
    - AWP seems OP
    - something is wrong with netcode/spread when firing from short distance

    I prefer CSS. I've started playing CS1.3 15 years ago and I liked the graphic improvements and new maps in CSS but I don't really get why CS:GO seems popular. As of 2015, you can get BF3/BF4 for almost the same price as CS:GO. I can understand that CS:GO can be more competitive since it's infantry only, etc. It's probably the only good point in my humble opinion. The graphics look outdated, the UI is so-so, people are still playing the same maps 15 years later ... I don't get it. I'm pretty sure if you take the time to search, you can find some interesting modes and maps in this game but I've not found any. Personally I prefer Battlefield and Titanfall, sold at the same price currently. There is no killcam, come on. The casual mode is the one I prefer so far, I hate friendly fire. This FPS rewards camping too much when compared because of the size of the maps, the weapon available and the spread when moving.    … Expand
  13. ElchaBillo
    Jun 23, 2013
    8
    This game has flaws, it lacks a lot of the maps from the previous counter-strike games and new updates keep nerfing weapons (deagle, AUG and Sg550), but despite these rather minor flaws this game is very good and enjoyable, and worth playing. Valve has brought many new changes to counter-strike, and I especially liked the the new competetive gameplay and the two new game mods; demolitionThis game has flaws, it lacks a lot of the maps from the previous counter-strike games and new updates keep nerfing weapons (deagle, AUG and Sg550), but despite these rather minor flaws this game is very good and enjoyable, and worth playing. Valve has brought many new changes to counter-strike, and I especially liked the the new competetive gameplay and the two new game mods; demolition and arms race.… Expand
  14. KalanYamato
    Mar 18, 2013
    8
    It's Counter-Strike. Where can you go wrong? It's incredibly fun and still retains it's challenge. But Valve should've shipped more default maps, I think they're becoming too dependant on that Workshop gimmick.
  15. Likegyldig
    Jun 26, 2015
    8
    Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is a great game. In my honest opinion, this installment of Counter-Strike is in my opinion, the best one since version CS 1.5 - although not quite up to par with it. My reasoning behind this is the low tick-rate of 64 on the competitive servers, along with worse hit detection, something which can sometimes totally ruin your day. Other than this, the newCounter-Strike: Global Offensive is a great game. In my honest opinion, this installment of Counter-Strike is in my opinion, the best one since version CS 1.5 - although not quite up to par with it. My reasoning behind this is the low tick-rate of 64 on the competitive servers, along with worse hit detection, something which can sometimes totally ruin your day. Other than this, the new competitive match making system is brilliant - it has never been easier to get into a 5v5, the tweaks done to the classic weapons are interesting, not the mention the new ones and most of the new maps are incredibly good. Also, this game is really entertaining to watch, especially when the top-tier teams are pitted against each other in cups and tournaments.… Expand
  16. SwitSwat
    Jun 29, 2014
    10
    This beats COD any day. Thank you Gabe and everyone at Valve. You guys have probably made one of the (if not the best) FPS of 2011... and 2012... and 2013... and 2014... You know, this could be the FPS of the decade.
  17. Goken
    Dec 20, 2013
    10
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  18. Leprechaun_exe
    Nov 22, 2012
    6
    CS:GO was a response to CS:S being outdated, but I don't see the work in the many years of development in this game. The graphics are absolutely astonishing, and so is the gameplay. However, I don't see any new mechanics that weren't in the old Counter Strike. A helicopter flying away for a couple seconds on de_dust means "new graphic visuals", I guess. The game isn't too re-playableCS:GO was a response to CS:S being outdated, but I don't see the work in the many years of development in this game. The graphics are absolutely astonishing, and so is the gameplay. However, I don't see any new mechanics that weren't in the old Counter Strike. A helicopter flying away for a couple seconds on de_dust means "new graphic visuals", I guess. The game isn't too re-playable either, I got rather bored of it within a couple weeks. There is a severe lack of maps, and most of the maps are graphic updates to maps we have had since 1.6. This game isn't going to change anyone 's minds; if you were a fan of CS in the first place, you will like it. If you are looking for something new, you won't find it. But besides the point, CS:GO updates the Counter Strike community and is well worth the money, just don't be surprised if you don't find too many changes.… Expand
  19. Ryuzaki
    Dec 5, 2016
    8
    Gameplay is amazing takes ALOT of practise and skill to become good. Every now and then you may join up with smurfs, hackers, trolls etc.. but overall the game is fun to play and takes alot of your time. 8/10
  20. garfield997
    Jan 6, 2013
    8
    Beautiful graphics is advantage and disadvantage in this game. It's hard to see anything if it's far.
    Second thing is shooting. Trying to hit enemy is for me too hard because when u shoot the camera vibrate and i can't focus on what's happening. Maybe because i played too much cs 1.6 and css but it still is annoying and can't be turned off.
    There is some new weapons. some of them    Beautiful graphics is advantage and disadvantage in this game. It's hard to see anything if it's far.
    Second thing is shooting. Trying to hit enemy is for me too hard because when u shoot the camera vibrate and i can't focus on what's happening. Maybe because i played too much cs 1.6 and css but it still is annoying and can't be turned off.
    There is some new weapons. some of them usefull, some not, but new grenates are awesome. I still like previous versions more than this one.    … Expand
  21. Nathonas
    Dec 8, 2015
    10
    I played CS 1.6 and Source for almost 10 years, and with that in mind, I think CS: GO is a great continuation for the franchise. Sure, the game had a very rocky start and in the first 1-2 years it struggled to gain a large player base, but it is in a very good state right now. CS:GO has brought counterstrike back to its reigning spot as the #1 esport FPS.
  22. YourNeighbour
    Apr 1, 2013
    7
    The gameplay is not as revolutionary as anticipated. However, still playable and enjoyable as a game. The good features and gears from CS1.6 has been left out and it's basically the original with new graphics, gameplay-wise, it's hardly exciting. However the price is very reasonable for the contents provided, and the graphic is actually not as demanding for your system as it may appear to be.
  23. DaKrazeeDude
    May 21, 2013
    9
    CS: GO is a simple, fun shooter. Some people may find it lacking but it brings out the core of FPS games.
    It is a big improvement over Source Valve updated the graphics (could've been better, though, but nice) and added more guns and maps but the content from older games from the series is untouched.
    Servers are fast to find by auto match and games are balanced. Unlike in CS: source,    CS: GO is a simple, fun shooter. Some people may find it lacking but it brings out the core of FPS games.
    It is a big improvement over Source Valve updated the graphics (could've been better, though, but nice) and added more guns and maps but the content from older games from the series is untouched.
    Servers are fast to find by auto match and games are balanced. Unlike in CS: source, players have reasonable skill levels and not insane aim bot- like abilities, meaning you can play a game without being surprised and shot right away.

    Bottom line a great shooter and a great remake, that in my opinion provide everything the AAA titles provide, but for a much cheaper price. One of the best purchases I've ever made and discount are often.    … Expand
  24. darthvictor
    Sep 20, 2013
    7
    Good game and extreme variety of maps and community maps. The only problem in game is RESPAWN in DM. Random respawn can turn a FPS game in lucky game because with lucky, you will have serious advantage and without lucky, will die, die, die and die again because people spawning behind u.
  25. Brosman
    May 21, 2013
    9
    CS:GO is one of the most fun shooters I have ever played. Its game play makes you feel accomplished after every kill and actually takes a fair amount of skill to be good at. The only complaint that i have is that sadly some game modes i cant even step foot into as they are just dominated by "Pro" gamers. I dont stand a chance in game modes like Competitive Demoliton and i understand why,CS:GO is one of the most fun shooters I have ever played. Its game play makes you feel accomplished after every kill and actually takes a fair amount of skill to be good at. The only complaint that i have is that sadly some game modes i cant even step foot into as they are just dominated by "Pro" gamers. I dont stand a chance in game modes like Competitive Demoliton and i understand why, so i dont play it. Its a game that is well balanced and has few flaws, and is just genuinely fun to play even if you arnt good at it.… Expand
  26. stranglehold
    Mar 29, 2013
    8
    A $15 invitation to reconnect with a classic FPS. Its lost a coat of luster, but its still looking fine. Even though CS 1.6 is better this is still a nice little time waster now and again.
  27. Izacurus
    Apr 18, 2013
    10
    CS:GO is a great game... nice textures and such as well as good game mechanics, some of the other review are outdated as they are changed in updates. For instance, in arms mode the spawn are more random so you can't really spawn camp. Also since the workshop was brought out there are hundreds of community made maps to choose from, and there are also a lot more player now so it is muchCS:GO is a great game... nice textures and such as well as good game mechanics, some of the other review are outdated as they are changed in updates. For instance, in arms mode the spawn are more random so you can't really spawn camp. Also since the workshop was brought out there are hundreds of community made maps to choose from, and there are also a lot more player now so it is much easier to find a balanced match. CS:GO is a great improvement from source and is really easy to pick up and play.… Expand
  28. Tomcan
    Dec 20, 2015
    9
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  29. MeJoho
    Sep 8, 2014
    10
    By far the best Counter-Strike out there. Valve is really working for this game to become the best. They listen to the players. The matchmaking system is great and they have put all kind of customizable things in the game, like skins for the weapons. There's item drops. The competitive field has never been greater and there's some really big tournaments in this game.
  30. Artyas
    May 28, 2013
    8
    Countenter strike global offensive has so briliant graphics and also it has nice game modes but I preffer classics for example counter strike 1.6. http://www.extracounterstrike.com/
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 38
  3. 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]
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