Counter-Strike: Source

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10297 Ratings

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  1. YermakirumY.
    Sep 10, 2006
    10
    Very good game.
  2. TannerA.
    Sep 16, 2006
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing, it's even got countless custom maps and many custom game types to keep it constantly interesting.
  3. JamesL.
    Sep 18, 2006
    10
    Endless fun and possibilities. Easy to pick up but impossible to master.
  4. MartinD.
    Sep 22, 2006
    10
    Great graphics and realistic physics that will keep you gaming all night long and then some more.
  5. MariusT.
    Sep 23, 2006
    10
    Counter-strike: Source is the best first person multiplayer game out there. Its a huge upgrade from the earlier version Counter-Strike 1.6. You can't stop playing this game till you have mastered it, which is NEVER! Thank you VALVE, this is the game!
  6. JoeK.
    Sep 23, 2006
    9
    GREAT GAME!
  7. JanickS.
    Sep 24, 2006
    10
    This is the best game ever made from Valve. I'll give a 10+
  8. SimonW.
    Sep 20, 2006
    10
    Easily the BEST 1st person shooter out there!
  9. NicolasR.
    Sep 28, 2006
    10
    This game is perfect!
  10. FokkeH.
    Sep 28, 2006
    10
    CS Course is the only game I keep on playing for months now!
  11. JohnI.
    Sep 29, 2006
    10
    The best computer game engine ever made. People who rate this game low lack what is needed to fairly judge the game.
  12. GuidoM.
    Sep 29, 2006
    9
    So cool... The best on-line game ever.
  13. SteveB.
    Sep 4, 2006
    10
    Nuff said really. If you didn't already know it then where have you been?
  14. Novi4ekNone
    Sep 6, 2006
    10
    good game
  15. JoeK.
    Sep 8, 2006
    9
    GREAT GAME!
  16. PhilN.
    Sep 8, 2006
    10
    This game is the best game in the world.
  17. AndréB.
    Oct 10, 2007
    10
    This game is AWESOME! The new physics and textures are great! Models are perfect! There's nothing bad on it! Gameplay has been improved! CS1.6 is excellent, but CS: Source is even better! I love Source engine, and now CS was ported, making it a perfect combination of a traditional FPS game and a revolutionary engine.
  18. JoeK.
    Jan 10, 2007
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  19. KyleW.
    Jan 18, 2007
    10
    This game is amazing, has really good game play, also you can get skill in this game quite easily, and watching other people with specator mode seeing how they play tha game.
  20. ChrisS.
    Dec 1, 2007
    10
    A highly entertaining game, with a good community (provided you find the right servers). It has good gameplay, despite having a bit of a learning curve for new players. Having never played 1.6, I cannot compare the two, but I know Counter-Strike: Source is a great game in it's own right. I would highly recommend this game. I know that no matter what, I always go back and play some A highly entertaining game, with a good community (provided you find the right servers). It has good gameplay, despite having a bit of a learning curve for new players. Having never played 1.6, I cannot compare the two, but I know Counter-Strike: Source is a great game in it's own right. I would highly recommend this game. I know that no matter what, I always go back and play some good ol' Counter-Strike: Source.… Expand
  21. JoeK.
    Dec 18, 2007
    9
    GREAT GAME!
  22. CameronB.
    Oct 22, 2007
    10
    Awesome.... A LOT of replay value.. Which I think makes any game worth the money.
  23. ArchonZ.
    Dec 3, 2007
    10
    This game is great! You can do anything...climbing, killing, ASSASSINATING. You can even save citizens or jump off a view point in a "leap of faith" This game is my number 1 game of the year.
  24. killer89
    Dec 3, 2007
    9
    When i bought this game 2 years ago, i was impressed; valve really succeeded in porting cs to famous source-engine. + HDR was the final addition, that got me. Overall, good game, but has nice amount of people playing, who can only play with cheat(s) in order to grow their virtual dick(s). I`ll recommend this game for all those, who like FPS-games.
  25. PeapodE.
    Jan 2, 2007
    10
    What can I say? It's a superb game which lives up to all the expectations of a massively-multiplayer. It really is a masterpiece. A fine work of art. Everything in it came together so well.
  26. BenP.
    Jan 25, 2007
    10
    Fantastic addition to the already classic series. The use of the Half-Life 2 engine for great graphics and realistic physics make the game play all the more intense. As stands true with most valve games it has a huge fan base, who extend the game-play even further by releasing new maps, skins, sounds and more.
  27. Novi4ekNone
    Jan 3, 2007
    10
    good game
  28. RobinA.
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    It's A very good game with nice graphics!
  29. JonoG.
    Jan 5, 2007
    10
    Easily one of the best online multiplayer games made. The gameplay is brilliant and makes it better when you can play with your mates.
  30. JoshE.
    Oct 7, 2007
    10
    One of the best online games ever created; with the community to the actual shooting in the gaming world. This game has it all!
  31. Novi4ekNone
    Feb 17, 2007
    10
    good game
  32. MoisesA.
    Feb 3, 2007
    9
    This game its one of the best online shooters I've ever play. The graphics are awesome,the flash effects are outstanding,the grenade effects are good also,and the character models are just fine.But the game gets kind of boring after awhile because its so repetitive,this is not a deathmatch game,its a more team work based game,if i wanna play a death match i could just buy a game like This game its one of the best online shooters I've ever play. The graphics are awesome,the flash effects are outstanding,the grenade effects are good also,and the character models are just fine.But the game gets kind of boring after awhile because its so repetitive,this is not a deathmatch game,its a more team work based game,if i wanna play a death match i could just buy a game like "UNREAL TOURNAMENT",But still this is a pretty good game for those who are counter-strike fans,and should not be missed.… Expand
  33. JosephE.
    Feb 8, 2007
    9
    One of the best games I've played. With so many servers online, it's impossible not to find a server to your liking. Though I have found some glitches, but they hardly happen. This game is truly worth buying. Great multiplayer action.
  34. GregW.
    Feb 9, 2007
    10
    THE fps standard that all will forever be compared to. Great gameplay, excellent graphics and physics. Highly addictive too. The best part? CONSTANT free updates for bugs, glitches, maps and game models, so the game is getting better as it gets older...something you can rarely say.
  35. CarlC.
    Mar 1, 2007
    8
    Great game, nice graphics, but fails to live up to the original CS. Another thing, not as many people have mastered the Source engine as the Half-Life engine, thus, there are way more custom maps for 1.6
  36. JohnDoe
    Mar 2, 2007
    9
    The game is very good if you're a good gamer ... But sometimes Steam can be very frustrating ! The graphics are OK but the gameplay is not perfect . You can't even jump on a crate of 1.5m ... So a tip for the buyers :
    buy it only if you have a perfect internet connection and if your fingers are very fast; if you wait a second in front of your enemy, you're dead....
  37. YermakirumY.
    Mar 4, 2007
    10
    Very good game.
  38. JakubD.
    Mar 5, 2007
    10
    This game rocked, rocks, and will rock! Just looking at this game is a pleasure. It is also very realistic in physics, weapons, and gfx. If you are thinking about buying Half Life, you might as well buy Counter Strike and have more fun with kicking terrorists' butts than just kill ppl without any clear reason.
  39. MinOh
    Apr 1, 2007
    10
    It was awesome!!!
  40. RobinN.
    Apr 20, 2007
    10
    It's a great, wonderful and fun gaming. I like this game a lot, and 1.6 is more harder too play, and this could I say it for the beginners. Thats all, thanks for this game! Bye! Love Robin.
  41. RentonT.
    Apr 2, 2007
    10
    VERY good game! The best online game I've ever played. Better than MTA, better than SA-MP, better than anything! I definitely give it a 10/10, play this game and you won't be off of the computer anytime soon.
  42. Daren
    Apr 27, 2007
    10
    much better graphics over 1.6. faster style of gameplay compared to 1.6. 1.6 probably does require more skill and is probably preferred for those who play competitively, but cs source feels more arcade-like, which is better for most people. also, some of the lesser used guns are more useful in this version, like tmp, p90, dualies, and auto shotgun.
  43. YuraT.
    Apr 28, 2007
    10
    No comment
  44. RobinD.
    Apr 29, 2007
    10
    It's just great. The realism, the shooting action, it's almost 'the perfect game'.
  45. DannyM.
    Apr 3, 2007
    10
    I think this games has to be one of the best shooting games around, it truly ROCKS!
  46. joshd.
    Apr 30, 2007
    10
    The graphics arent the best, but the ingame quality is one of the best on any games i have got. it took me a bit of time to download it, but it was worth the wait,
  47. DiogoG.
    Apr 6, 2007
    10
    I love this game, man when I start playing I was so lagged, cause my computer is not so good, sometimes I can play without lag and I can frag a lot, damn, so good.
  48. SpenseO.
    Apr 6, 2007
    8
    CS1.6 > CS:S This is a good game.. But Sadly, i'd still rather play 1.6 over it. I've been a big fan of the original HL series so naturally i love the original CS. In CSS, The graphics, physics, lighting effects are all just gimmicks imo.. 1.6 feels more comfortable when moving, shooting/killing. When you get a headshot on 1.6, there is a higher level of satisfaction WHEREAS on CS1.6 > CS:S This is a good game.. But Sadly, i'd still rather play 1.6 over it. I've been a big fan of the original HL series so naturally i love the original CS. In CSS, The graphics, physics, lighting effects are all just gimmicks imo.. 1.6 feels more comfortable when moving, shooting/killing. When you get a headshot on 1.6, there is a higher level of satisfaction WHEREAS on CSS, it just feels like a regular kill. Can't talk bad about the original until you've played it for at least an hour!… Expand
  49. WesleyV.
    May 14, 2007
    10
    Very nice game
  50. OriZ.
    May 15, 2007
    10
    The best shooting game i have ever played , great engine great physycs very real shooting ...
  51. GiacomoDramaun
    May 15, 2007
    10
    Really the best, ever, game in the world... the best for graphics.
  52. SindreH.
    May 16, 2007
    10
    Really the best game ever! Lots of my friends says that 1.6 is better because Source got so very nice graphics? i can't really see why... Go Valve!
  53. DominikE.
    May 17, 2007
    10
    It's the best game, I've ever played!
  54. MattiM.
    May 18, 2007
    9
    CS:S Rocks.
  55. PieterVogt
    May 20, 2007
    10
    Its just well done! I just love the quickness and the thrill playing css aswell as cs! imho handling is one of the most important aspects of gaming aswell as the sound. both are bad in to much games wich have potential. not so in css and cs and of cause hl2dm. JUST WELL DONE!
  56. SethP.
    May 2, 2007
    10
    This game is the best FPS I have ever encountered. Definitely a must.
  57. NicolasR.
    May 3, 2007
    10
    This game is perfect!
  58. matt
    May 3, 2007
    9
    most popular fps shooter action on the market fun and very graphically enhanced, but gets repetitive, i give it an 9/10
  59. LaurenL.
    May 4, 2007
    10
    Counter-Strike: Source is an amazing game. The graphics are awesome. The physics are insane and the game's updates really enhance the game play. I love it and will continue to love it for quite some time.
  60. MatthewC
    May 4, 2007
    10
    I love this game the graphics are awsome and its very realistic 1st person shooter a must have on my list
  61. AllenA.
    May 8, 2007
    10
    A classic shooter almost flawlessly redesigned on the new engine.Well worth the 20 bucks!
  62. GabrielO.
    Jun 10, 2007
    10
    Counter Strike Source is an amazing game, I've been playing many first person shooters and none beat counter strike. It takes online shooting gameplay to a whole new level, fun, addictive, realistic, fantastic.
  63. WillemG.
    Jun 12, 2007
    10
    Very good game, but in the beginning you have to practice much.
  64. RobR.
    Jun 10, 2007
    10
    What more can be said than this? Classic universally-loved Counter-Strike, plus near-perfect Source engine, plus much better working admin-plugins (Mani, BeetlesMod), equals possibly THE best counter-terrorism game ever. I'd also like to note, you'd better have one hell of a computer if you plan on running this game with all the graphic settings on high, otherwise, your computer What more can be said than this? Classic universally-loved Counter-Strike, plus near-perfect Source engine, plus much better working admin-plugins (Mani, BeetlesMod), equals possibly THE best counter-terrorism game ever. I'd also like to note, you'd better have one hell of a computer if you plan on running this game with all the graphic settings on high, otherwise, your computer WILL explode.… Expand
  65. ShawnMurphy
    Jun 14, 2007
    10
    this is one of the best shooters i have ever played(if not the best) and anyone who bitches about it is just mad that they get pwn3d everytime they go on it. This is one of the most realistic games ever. As I scroll through the reviews on it I see people complaining how laggy it is, and thats only because their computer sucks!!!!!! And also WHY THE HELL DO YOU COMPLAIN ABOUTthis is one of the best shooters i have ever played(if not the best) and anyone who bitches about it is just mad that they get pwn3d everytime they go on it. This is one of the most realistic games ever. As I scroll through the reviews on it I see people complaining how laggy it is, and thats only because their computer sucks!!!!!! And also WHY THE HELL DO YOU COMPLAIN ABOUT HEADSHOTS!!!!!!!! JUST AIM FOR THEIR FUCKING HEADS NUMBNUTS!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  66. Satanax
    Jun 14, 2007
    10
    This game owns!! i never get bored of it and ive been playin it for 2 years or more... and i just play dust 2 so... ^^
    It really worths the money it costs, which actually is very low (not when i bough it... 70
  67. WesleyV.
    Jun 20, 2007
    10
    Very nice game
  68. OliverS.
    Jun 3, 2007
    10
    This is a GREAT game. There are tons of maps and i love playing it. It was definitely worth the money and i would just like to say that there are actually never any 'cheaters' if u play on a proper server.
  69. JustinS.
    Jun 4, 2007
    10
    This game brings tactics and fun together! Making it one of the best online games today, plus once you start you can't stop, well, at least I can't!
  70. Novi4ekNone
    Jun 7, 2007
    10
    good game
  71. Novi4ekNone
    Jul 1, 2007
    10
    good game
  72. MikeS.
    Jul 15, 2007
    9
    Hey head shots may seem random but what the guy on the other team can do i can too, just takes practice and adjustment to a new style of playing. I still prefer 1.6 but only noobs complain about source, either waste your $20 or learn to play it like all the others. Fun game =)
  73. JamesO.
    Jul 15, 2007
    10
    This game is amazing, its a constant challenge to a player to get better at the game, learn new spots and discover new friends or enemies.
  74. MoeM.
    Jul 27, 2007
    10
    Great game so dang adictive, love playing soccer map, gungames and dirent mods, gives the game an other angle when you get tired of saving hostages or planting bombs.
  75. JamieW.
    Jul 29, 2007
    10
    This is the best game in the counterstrike series so far.
  76. RyanW.
    Jul 5, 2007
    9
    Excellent game that unintentionally falls short because of the limited game modes. All in all, it takes CS to the greatest level ever seen.
  77. RyleyM.
    Jul 7, 2007
    10
    This is a great game. It really improves your hand-eye co-ordination. The graphics could be a little better, but other than that its great!
  78. DennisF.
    Aug 10, 2007
    10
    This game is as addictive as nicotine. Once you log on to a network, and lan against a few mates, everyone is hooked. There is no alternative, CS Source is the best FPS ever created.
  79. Novi4ekNone
    Aug 1, 2007
    10
    good game
  80. Taylor
    Aug 14, 2007
    8
    CS:S all together is a great, graphically stunning game. There are so many community inspired game modes it will take you a while just to play them all. The only downfall to this game is that it usually chugs if you don't have a great computer.
  81. Taz1uM^
    Aug 18, 2007
    10
    Really great game. Nice gameplay and beautiful graphics.
  82. LauriP.
    Aug 2, 2007
    9
    Great game, leaves the 1.6 way behind. The physics engine is really one of the bes things about this game, as the bodies and the weapons drop like ragdolls should.The thing i don't like is Valve not releasing any new official maps and the ability to kind of shoot through corners of walls or boxes, copied from 1.6.
  83. AlexandreT.
    Aug 8, 2007
    10
    This game has so many possibilities you'd never imagine. From surfing to gun-games to playing soccer and, of course, the standard competitve (or not) maps all bring creative thinking and fund to the game. Endless fun and even prospective to pro gaming await all who buy this game. This may not be a replica of CS 1.6 but the idea remains the same, without the oldschool feeling and This game has so many possibilities you'd never imagine. From surfing to gun-games to playing soccer and, of course, the standard competitve (or not) maps all bring creative thinking and fund to the game. Endless fun and even prospective to pro gaming await all who buy this game. This may not be a replica of CS 1.6 but the idea remains the same, without the oldschool feeling and graphics. This is a must for all FPS enthusiasts, just bear in mind, that with all games comes a learning curve. Master the aiming and the rest is all tactics.… Expand
  84. NickMarza
    Sep 1, 2007
    9
    One of the best multiplayer game returns in a new way better version... The graphichs and the animation are the best for this type of game and the gameplay it's a bit easier than in cs 1.6...but it's a wrong thing because for some people the old Counter Strike was TOO much difficult...
  85. HorstK.
    Sep 4, 2007
    8
    CSS is a great platform for funmods and maps. BTW, mods can be easily implemented and CSS has a good downloading system for missing content. The graphics didn't take the best out of the Source Engine but the abstract GFX give every PC a chance to play CSS. Valve has invented CS again but the minimal changes left a view wishes and new game features open. But without doubt you can say CSS is a great platform for funmods and maps. BTW, mods can be easily implemented and CSS has a good downloading system for missing content. The graphics didn't take the best out of the Source Engine but the abstract GFX give every PC a chance to play CSS. Valve has invented CS again but the minimal changes left a view wishes and new game features open. But without doubt you can say that CSS is one of the best FPS ever and is a drug for millions of gamers around the world. VAC2, well... sounds nice... "Valve ANTI Cheat".... hmmm... my question is, why do they call it "Anti Cheat" if every lil boy of 11 years can hack CSS and cheat without getting banned? However Valve tries everything to stop this and has a great marketing strategy named "Steam"... all in all i give CSS an 8, before i add another idea to this text.… Expand
  86. RobinT.
    Sep 6, 2007
    10
    I'm not a big fan of CS, but i must say that CS Source whops all older versions of CS. Where the old versions of CS (1.6 etc.) had flaws, lets use the aiming as an example, in the old CS you would either get headshots or completely miss every shot when aiming at the feet of an opponent, But in CS Source anyone with skills and good control over the mouse now has a chance to make a I'm not a big fan of CS, but i must say that CS Source whops all older versions of CS. Where the old versions of CS (1.6 etc.) had flaws, lets use the aiming as an example, in the old CS you would either get headshots or completely miss every shot when aiming at the feet of an opponent, But in CS Source anyone with skills and good control over the mouse now has a chance to make a "hardcore" CS-player's life a LOT harder. CS source completely outshines the older versions in all aspects. The lack of bugs, updated graphics and includation of physics along with great gameplay leaves fans of Counterstrike with no other option than updating to CS Source as soon as possible. The only reason for a player to not update being the lack of money and a powerful enough computer. Welcome to the 21th century of gaming and the new CS.… Expand
  87. BraydenW.
    Sep 9, 2007
    10
    This game is unbelievable... It has stunning maps and AI and this is also a great game to host LAN parties, for all you serious gamers, i rate this a 10/10.
  88. IvarV.
    Oct 11, 2008
    10
    Best game ever. And all the different mods make the game even more fun.
  89. Novi4ekNone
    Oct 10, 2008
    10
    good game
  90. SteveL.
    Nov 15, 2008
    10
    I love this game.
  91. SteveL.
    Oct 10, 2008
    10
    I love this game.
  92. Bob
    Jan 17, 2008
    9
    This game is awesome and once you play it, you won't ever want to go back to the original. It's basically the same game though except with updated graphics and a few extra guns. They could have actually added more stuff to the game though such as more characters rather than just the same 4 considering the amount of people that can be in the same game. And while it's nice to This game is awesome and once you play it, you won't ever want to go back to the original. It's basically the same game though except with updated graphics and a few extra guns. They could have actually added more stuff to the game though such as more characters rather than just the same 4 considering the amount of people that can be in the same game. And while it's nice to hear the same voices and sound effects, it makes the game feel more like an update. I'd give the game a 10 overall cause it's such an addictive, awesome game that you'll play forever but am going to rate it 9 because they could have added much so more to the game which is disappointing. Guess we'll have to wait.… Expand
  93. StephanK
    Oct 27, 2008
    10
    Still THE best online FPS. I love reading the user reviews, as all of the bad ratings come from: 1) People who suck at the game and die so they are watching most of the time. 2) 1.6 fans who just won't admit source takes skill. 3) CoD4 fanboys who suck at this game (CoD4 is a great and fun online game, but requires much less FPS skill) 4) People with terrible computers 5) Did I Still THE best online FPS. I love reading the user reviews, as all of the bad ratings come from: 1) People who suck at the game and die so they are watching most of the time. 2) 1.6 fans who just won't admit source takes skill. 3) CoD4 fanboys who suck at this game (CoD4 is a great and fun online game, but requires much less FPS skill) 4) People with terrible computers 5) Did I mention people who suck and sit there watching good people play. The reason I love this game is it is NOT noob friendly. You learn the hard way, by getting owned.… Expand
  94. PeterParker
    Oct 4, 2008
    10
    It is a very good game for kids under 7 years. If you are any older it will be kind of boring.
  95. RobertBolanos
    Oct 4, 2008
    10
    It isn't much of a change since 1.6, but the gameplay is kind the same so it keeps its magic. Basically It's the same game, it was good on those times and it still is fun to play.

    Sure, you'll find out a hacker or two, or even some spammers or annoying people, but let's face it, we have to mess with this on every game.
  96. Novi4ekNone
    Jan 4, 2008
    10
    good game
  97. nicholasl.
    Oct 4, 2008
    10
    Sweet maps great players and awesome guns. best game ever
  98. SteveL.
    Oct 7, 2008
    10
    I love this game.
  99. PierreR.
    Oct 9, 2008
    10
    Amazing!!! I'm playing this game ever sins the day it was first laying in the e-stores (together with hl2). And it always keeps on surprising me that, the more I play it, the more fun it is. I
  100. JanuszUrbanski
    Feb 18, 2008
    9
    A very solid shooter that has provided me endless hours of fun. Its not a game I've raved about then grown out-of, its a quality game that has always remained fun to play. Its easy to get the hang of but takes a lot of skill and practise to master, but doing so is definatly fun.
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Awards & Rankings

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#11 Best PC Game of 2004
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#2 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004
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#7 Most Shared PC Game of 2004

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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. 1UP
    90
    The game looks more beautiful than ever, with structures that feel weighty and solid and little visual touches throughout. The flash-bangs look fantastic.
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  2. Gamers Europe
    85
    Valve has done a sterling job of moving a flagship franchise over to a new engine. Whilst the gameplay guts come over correct and intact, (which may disappoint some), Counter-Strike: Source is an even more engrossing and captivating experience, capable of sapping hours of your time, and even the worst "1337 g33zers" abusing voice chat can't spoil the fun you'll have with it.
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  3. Eurogamer
    90
    Counter-Strike: Source is, once you've gained a knack for it, the most consistently rewarding and surprising team-based shoot-'em-up available on the PC today. It's been dressed up nicely for its relaunch in 2004, but it wasn't broken, and Valve hasn't fixed it.
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