Counter-Strike: Source

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10297 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 854 out of 10297
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  1. ReaLMAN
    May 23, 2006
    10
    I gave it a 10 cuz Valve releasing updates for game and engine, so it greats than with cs1.6. Game have big potential. Ppl what u want?? The same game?? For me it beter than cs1.6 cuz its more hardcore and need more experience.
  2. BartM.
    May 25, 2006
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played, and it continues to get better and better. I can't think of a more interactive video game available.
  3. JoeK.
    May 25, 2006
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  4. JoeK.
    May 26, 2006
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  5. DreD.
    May 26, 2006
    10
    I love this game. It's especially fun when you have a couple of friends you know that play with you or even in a clan. The graphics look good for an online fps and is very addicting.
  6. MattiM.
    May 26, 2006
    10
    CS:S Rocks.
  7. Novi4ekNone
    May 26, 2006
    10
    good game
  8. PatriceS.
    May 27, 2006
    10
    Extraordinary game that push the skills of the gamers to the limit.
  9. D
    May 29, 2006
    10
    this game is a revolutionary game, whereas other games people stop playing after 10-15 hours this one people have been playing for years. the trick is finding a good server, because there is alot of assholes in this game.
  10. OfirI.
    Jun 15, 2006
    10
    very nice game i loved it very much played alot and still playin and i can keep playin on it for hours and hours without stoppin u should get it ride away!
  11. RoctivR.
    Jun 18, 2006
    10
    This game is very good and has fantastic graphics you should get this game now.
  12. SimonM.
    Jun 23, 2006
    10
    A game that never gets boring i have now clocked 1000+ hours and am still playing BEST GAME EVER! sure it may be getting old but its still the best game around.
  13. Th|zzelleWash|ngton
    Jun 23, 2006
    10
    This game is AWESOME. Best pc game ive played. All these bitches that complain about little things just SUK THE FAT 1!!! I have a cheap dell and get 40-50 frames per second and still am better than most people. There r hackers but not many. Plus there r alot more on 1.6 and they get banned quickly anyway. Hitboxes might be fucked but its the same for every1. if u cant hit any1 u must blowThis game is AWESOME. Best pc game ive played. All these bitches that complain about little things just SUK THE FAT 1!!! I have a cheap dell and get 40-50 frames per second and still am better than most people. There r hackers but not many. Plus there r alot more on 1.6 and they get banned quickly anyway. Hitboxes might be fucked but its the same for every1. if u cant hit any1 u must blow hobos. Physics is not anything to complain about.if u cant go over something go around it. 1.6 FUKEN SUKS THE BIG ONE. all u pussies that play 1.6 how can u stand the super nintendo graphics.Damn the game is shitty.COUNTER STRIKE SOURCE RULES, 1.6 IS FOR BITCHES AND HACKERS. All u that complain over physics or frames per second or gameplay GET A FUKEN LIFE!!!!!!… Expand
  14. LucasT.
    Jul 11, 2006
    10
    I have this game and I think its great!
  15. TyH.
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    So many noobs, so little time. This game is a lot, no, alittle... a lot more fun and critiqued than 1.6.
  16. KronJ.
    Jul 17, 2006
    10
    I been play cs for like 5 years now and I'm still playing it. It is a great game to play. It is a great fun when you are getting pro and get alot of kills on a server.
  17. KiwiFreaK
    Jul 18, 2006
    10
    This is really a very good game! A nice add-on would be to move items in the map like half-life2 dm!
  18. JoeK.
    Jul 18, 2006
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  19. PhilN.
    Jul 19, 2006
    10
    This game is the best game in the world.
  20. NicolasR.
    Jul 21, 2006
    10
    This game is perfect!
  21. JamesF.
    Jul 22, 2006
    10
    This game is great. The physics are a little off, and some ppl act really stupid but this is the only game I play. VERY competitive game.
  22. MaeStr0
    Jul 23, 2006
    10
    in my opinion counter-strike is the strongest game ever created in the age of action gaming,as we saw past the years the players kept increseing rapidly,i think its time that all gamers admit it,and i think that its that counter-strike gets its prize!
  23. MarkA.
    Jul 27, 2006
    10
    You don't need a supercomputer to run this game, just a semi decent one. Gameplay is amazing, people shouldn't complain about lack of maps, the CSS community has a multitude of custom content (whichI think personally are amazingly better than the official maps, they're just more... fun!!!) Graphics are awsome... it handles so much better than 1.6. I feel like I'm gonna You don't need a supercomputer to run this game, just a semi decent one. Gameplay is amazing, people shouldn't complain about lack of maps, the CSS community has a multitude of custom content (whichI think personally are amazingly better than the official maps, they're just more... fun!!!) Graphics are awsome... it handles so much better than 1.6. I feel like I'm gonna get my head bitten off by the die hard fans of 1.6... but meh. Great imrpovement!! Highly addictive.… Expand
  24. SteveL.
    Jul 28, 2006
    10
    I love this game.
  25. JesseW.
    Jul 29, 2006
    10
    I have been playing CS since its infancy in 1998, it was, is, and for the forseeable future, the best multiplayer FPS ever created. And Source made it even better, thank you valve, for rewarding loyalty.
  26. TerryC.
    Aug 11, 2006
    10
    Counter-Strike is the best FPS game ever made. The Source version is living up to the great legacy.
  27. HunterS.
    Aug 18, 2006
    10
    this game is so far the best game that own on my PC. getting skins and new maps are awesome i mean this game is intense.
  28. JoeK.
    Aug 19, 2006
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  29. JakeS.
    Aug 21, 2006
    10
    excellent game gameplay is fun, simpe, and fast lots of fun mods the onlly thing i don't like about this game is the occasional server has a really bad console.
  30. BrettH.
    Aug 22, 2006
    10
    play it once and you're hooked.. mods help to keep it new and entertaining.. there is no other game that compairs.
  31. GianlucaS.
    Aug 24, 2006
    10
    You cant get enough of this game with all of the updates it never gets boring.
  32. JackT.
    Aug 31, 2006
    10
    Absalutely Fantastic, this is the best game ive ever played.
  33. JustinMacalintal
    Aug 31, 2006
    10
    I've remember playing this game for the first time and that was in the middle of 1999, the year when this mod for HL1 was first released. It was already excellent back then. N7 yrs later, now with better technology, better graphics, it's still the most played online fps in the world.
  34. PhilN.
    Sep 11, 2006
    10
    This game is the best game in the world.
  35. MaxL
    Sep 11, 2006
    10
    This game is THE BEST EVER! I can't stop playing it's soo good.
  36. ZackNacke
    Sep 13, 2006
    10
    BOOM HEAD SHOT!!
    this PC game is awsome i love the way the bodys land in some times and with the zombie maps it makes it even better great graphics and everything i may be 13 abd u think "shouldent u be playing halo 2 or something" well....no halo 2 sucks and i hope CSS it.
    keep those head shot comein :)
  37. YuraT.
    Sep 17, 2006
    10
    No comment
  38. AdamO.
    Sep 21, 2006
    10
    This game is off the hook for graphics and reality and it so fast pace!
  39. ChristofferEngman
    Sep 22, 2006
    10
    This game is just awesome! I just miss the shields that CT had in 1.6 that's all.
  40. BobbyM.
    Sep 25, 2006
    10
    A game anyone could become addicted to in the first 2 minutes of watching it.
  41. MickJ.
    Sep 28, 2006
    10
    Still the best online gaming experience going. The graphics still look top notch, even compared to todys latest FPS shooters. The game itself might be a bit repetetive but it's so addictive you'll have to try and plant that bomb or recscue the hostages one more time.
  42. MathiasS.
    Sep 28, 2006
    10
    I haven't played a game this much before. It's just awesome.
  43. BryanG.
    Sep 28, 2006
    10
    Best FPS and longest played game.
  44. Novi4ekNone
    Sep 29, 2006
    10
    good game
  45. Csalbertcs
    Jan 11, 2007
    10
    Game works on highest settings on my laptop, which are supposed to suck compared to desktops. Everything was very accurate. Prices were accurate, speed and power of weapons are accurate. Dont whine if ur a noob. You'll get better. I used to be a noob. But an hour here and there got me better and better. Another bad thing is people are way to "into it". Just because of a couple of Game works on highest settings on my laptop, which are supposed to suck compared to desktops. Everything was very accurate. Prices were accurate, speed and power of weapons are accurate. Dont whine if ur a noob. You'll get better. I used to be a noob. But an hour here and there got me better and better. Another bad thing is people are way to "into it". Just because of a couple of things like that doesnt mean I'm gunna rank it 0. It was an awesome game admittingly. Can't wait till the next.… Expand
  46. Novi4ekNone
    Nov 16, 2007
    10
    good game
  47. TyronT.
    Jan 12, 2007
    10
    Best FPS! Good protection against cheaters really love this game.
  48. SamuelC.
    Nov 25, 2007
    10
    A totally perfect improvement for the best online game ever. The Source engine delivers in ways people may or may not notice, including bullet drop (which is why I don't snipe). An 11 out of 10 would have been more appropriate.
  49. SteveL.
    Nov 5, 2007
    10
    I love this game.
  50. JoeK.
    Jan 16, 2007
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  51. AndrewB.
    Jan 16, 2007
    10
    Amazing, Simply amazing, well worth the money. The graphics are sweet, the gameplay is fantastic, and the games(gungame,zonmbie etc..) are fantastic. The sound clips just add to the awe of this game.
  52. CharlesJ.
    Jan 17, 2007
    10
    I have been playing Counter-Strike since it's inception after the first Half-Life as a mod that wasn't well known until almost 6 months after it's release, and now that I've finally picked up a rig capable of playing it. I havn't stopped. It fills almost all of my time between missions here in Iraq, and is a great way to relieve stress that doesn't involve I have been playing Counter-Strike since it's inception after the first Half-Life as a mod that wasn't well known until almost 6 months after it's release, and now that I've finally picked up a rig capable of playing it. I havn't stopped. It fills almost all of my time between missions here in Iraq, and is a great way to relieve stress that doesn't involve actually hurting anyone.… Expand
  53. JoeK.
    Nov 7, 2007
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  54. LachlanC.
    Dec 11, 2007
    10
    One of the best online games. Easily the best online FPS. Amazing staying power, graphics and gameplay. This game will have you coming back for more and more and will probably give you alot of sleepless nights.
  55. NickC.
    Jan 22, 2007
    10
    The game, from the beginning has problems, the reason they released it like that is so that valve can test the extent that they can modify the game according to the bugs reported by the player. I playe 1.6 since 1.1 and I am proud to say that I still play 1.6 and source. The best part about CS is the potenial for fun maps and different styles of gameplay. I personally love source and have The game, from the beginning has problems, the reason they released it like that is so that valve can test the extent that they can modify the game according to the bugs reported by the player. I playe 1.6 since 1.1 and I am proud to say that I still play 1.6 and source. The best part about CS is the potenial for fun maps and different styles of gameplay. I personally love source and have played it since the beginning. I am absolutely addicted to this game. The potential for this game is limitless. if you don't like something about the gameplay, say something, valve is happy to listen and make changes, hell if people really all wanted (but no one does) the shield will come back. The future is Counter-strike Source.… Expand
  56. YermakirumY.
    Dec 28, 2007
    10
    Very good game.
  57. DougL.
    Jan 24, 2007
    10
    I love this game. I've played it ever since it came out, and I have to say, it's one of the best games out there. The different game modes can make it interesting when your looking for something new (surfing, zombies, gun game, rpg, etc), and the ability to play user created maps (download from servers saves alot of time). And no matter what anyone says, Valve treats the CS:S I love this game. I've played it ever since it came out, and I have to say, it's one of the best games out there. The different game modes can make it interesting when your looking for something new (surfing, zombies, gun game, rpg, etc), and the ability to play user created maps (download from servers saves alot of time). And no matter what anyone says, Valve treats the CS:S community pretty good (supplying patches, maps, add ons for free). I have no regrets buying this kick-ass game, and I'll be with it till it dies!… Expand
  58. RobbieS.
    Feb 16, 2007
    10
    It's a fun, very amusing. Getting more realistic but the competitiveness is going down the drain but the game is still really fun!
  59. NickE.
    Feb 26, 2007
    10
    Love this game very interactive and good graphics and not to mention the ability to have mods put in. Nothing but classic multiplayer fun.
  60. YermakirumY.
    Feb 27, 2007
    10
    Very good game.
  61. AllenD.
    Mar 12, 2007
    10
    This game standing from graphix is 10 + its built on 1.6, so it has high standards, it flew over the top making this a great game, for higher end computer or people who love pysic's. This game shows how sticking to original can be very successful.
  62. ChadT.
    Mar 18, 2007
    10
    This is one of the best online games I have ever played. I hope in the future that a new and improved Counter Strike will be made. I'll buy it for sure!
  63. MiKeG
    Mar 31, 2007
    10
    I am running this game 25/7... yea thats right... it gives my day an extra hr... best grapics i have seen in a while.... i havent slept in 2 days and thats how its been for a while now ... no sleep.... i would give it a 20 out of 10 but it wont let me LOL
  64. YermakirumY.
    Apr 12, 2007
    10
    Very good game.
  65. IanM.
    Apr 23, 2007
    10
    Its a great game with solid multiplayer and its also extremely easy to hook up with friends and play a few games with them whenever we feel like it.
  66. StephanieH.
    Apr 25, 2007
    10
    I find this game extremely fun how it can vary from game to game. not one has bored me yet. If you haven't tried yet, please. You will like it. Try the zombie mode too. It's one of the best. WOW. Definite thumbs up.
  67. BobS.
    Apr 25, 2007
    10
    Wow, where do I start? This game has kept me addicted for months and months now, if nobody reminded me there was a world outside of counter strike source, i could play for a week straight without a problem.
  68. BrunoB.
    Apr 27, 2007
    10
    This game is the BEST of all games. There is so much 2 do and it is so much fun. You can play with your friends 2.
  69. FranciscoB.
    Apr 28, 2007
    10
    The Best game of the world who want action game, buy Counter Strike Source.
  70. ClintPearcePearce
    May 17, 2007
    10
    Eu Alternativo is a douche and so is anyone who gives this game a bad review because they can't cut it. Cheaters are cheaters but if they are playing just leave. Dont bash a game and bitch because you have to lick the sack of a n00b that knows how to use a mouse.
  71. SteveL.
    May 25, 2007
    10
    I love this game.
  72. MatthewB.
    Jul 18, 2007
    10
    I have played this game since beta and have always gone back to it when I felt like a solid first person shooter multi-player. I gave it a 10 because I have not seen a game yet match it that runs as smooth and crash free like this one, not to mention the awesome action you can get into.
  73. GonzaloA.
    Jul 31, 2007
    10
    This is the best CS game since the original 1.6. Also one of the best FPS in PC today. The best upgrare for the CS series, because of the beautiful graphics and realistic game play.
  74. AndrewMerrow
    Aug 14, 2007
    10
    better than 1.6 for for one reason. physics. running in to defuse and seeing your buddy go flying into the wall because of an awp shot to the dome makes the experience so real and blood pumping. this game is an adrenaline rush unmatched by any shooter to date.
  75. YermakirumY.
    Aug 24, 2007
    10
    Very good game.
  76. MikeCouts
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    This game worth all the money I investigated in... need to fix hitboxes but the major point in this game is that the shooting is completly different from other fps where you can spray and all the bullets go at the same place... So it deserve a 10... and I pla since 1.6 and always detested other fps... like COD UT QUAKE....
  77. Novi4ekNone
    Jan 15, 2008
    10
    good game
  78. Novi4ekNone
    Jan 19, 2008
    10
    good game
  79. CharlezMcain
    Dec 10, 2008
    10
    I love this game. It is one of the more realistic games out now days. Its normal cal settings are alot of fun but if you some how get bored of it then all you have 2 do is hit a random key in the filter spot and see what kind of funky mod you just descovered. I think that anyone who does not love or at least get several months of fun out of it just isnt trying to have a good time. OnI love this game. It is one of the more realistic games out now days. Its normal cal settings are alot of fun but if you some how get bored of it then all you have 2 do is hit a random key in the filter spot and see what kind of funky mod you just descovered. I think that anyone who does not love or at least get several months of fun out of it just isnt trying to have a good time. On top of all the weird and funky playing styles you can mic chat with thousands of weirdys on the game. i find this to be the most amusing part.… Expand
  80. adamd.
    Dec 1, 2008
    10
    don't really know why i checked this out on metacritic. i've been playing since beta (which is mainly why i hate dust1 these days) and been playing CS since 1.5. the game offers unlimited playability. i notice a lot of "COD4 is 1337". here' s news flash, the game mode in COD everyone seems to like so much is a direct clone of one of CS's game modes... defusal.
  81. PeterL.
    Dec 18, 2008
    10
    This is the most realistic FPS game Ive ever played in my Life and I agree with Some people that its not noob friendly nor is it just jump in and hack away this game actually takes time and FPS skills as it will stand out who is new and who is experienced at playing this game one problem people will get with this game is little kids from Halo 2 come in and Mic spam or think they're This is the most realistic FPS game Ive ever played in my Life and I agree with Some people that its not noob friendly nor is it just jump in and hack away this game actually takes time and FPS skills as it will stand out who is new and who is experienced at playing this game one problem people will get with this game is little kids from Halo 2 come in and Mic spam or think they're pro and get pwned then say its a bad game Other then that this is one of the Best FPS games out so far!!! PS: Expecting a New one.… Expand
  82. TrustMe
    Jan 22, 2008
    10
    Pros: Great replayability, good graphics, large community, good gameplay, awsome graphics then the original, great physics, and a large modding community. Cons: Better have a good computer to run it on highest quality.
  83. DanB
    Dec 26, 2008
    10
    I bought HL2 Game of the year edition, and i played HL2 for about 3 hours and finished it. Woop. I noticed a game called "Counter-Strike Source" had also been installed, and gave it a go, being my first ever online game. 3 years down the line, and HL2 is gathering dust on my shelf, while Counter Strike still gets a large portion of my gaming hours. Valve, you made one hell of an FPS. Give I bought HL2 Game of the year edition, and i played HL2 for about 3 hours and finished it. Woop. I noticed a game called "Counter-Strike Source" had also been installed, and gave it a go, being my first ever online game. 3 years down the line, and HL2 is gathering dust on my shelf, while Counter Strike still gets a large portion of my gaming hours. Valve, you made one hell of an FPS. Give yourselves a pat on the back. I got this game free, but i sure wouldnt mind paying a meagre £10 or so for such and addictive, enthralling and rewarding game. A definite must-have for any avid gamer.… Expand
  84. Novi4ekNone
    Jan 27, 2008
    10
    good game
  85. AndreasO.
    Feb 13, 2008
    10
    Super Game! In no other game teamplay is so important! Perfect to build Clans and so on.
  86. .???|ImReadyToDie
    Feb 25, 2008
    10
    After reading all of the negative comments up to this point people seem to be complaing about the FPS (The game at the moment costs something like 20 USD at the most so at leat spend 100 dollars on a better computer or even better upgrade your computer bit by bit) , The fact that it is easier to shoot (People were probably complaing about the level of difficulty it is to shoot) and theAfter reading all of the negative comments up to this point people seem to be complaing about the FPS (The game at the moment costs something like 20 USD at the most so at leat spend 100 dollars on a better computer or even better upgrade your computer bit by bit) , The fact that it is easier to shoot (People were probably complaing about the level of difficulty it is to shoot) and the fact that you can't shoot though walls ( How is this a bad thing? If someone had a wallhack the all they would have to do is stand behid a wall and kill everyone.) One last thing I saw in the comments is that there is 11/10 year olds running around swearing and shouting abuse you CAN mute them with take 30 seconds max and if you ask anybody on a server 9 times out of 10 they will tell you how.… Expand
  87. GusO.
    Mar 23, 2008
    10
    Great Game Nothing Wrong and love the battles....This game is still at the top....
  88. HaydenVanderneut
    Mar 31, 2008
    10
    The greatest game I have ever play since the older versions!
  89. Rasmus
    Apr 13, 2008
    10
    Nice game as the old ones, and sweet graphics.
  90. BenjiW.
    Apr 14, 2008
    10
    I work in an office. Whenever I get bored, I sit & play out games of CS in my mind using my co-workers as hostages. Maybe this game isn't a good thing. Meh. Awesome game.
  91. CrazzyCosmoyes
    Apr 18, 2008
    10
    CS:Source is by far, my favorite of the series. This game is both visually stunning and extremely fun. I reccommend this game to anyone who wants to have a lot of fun, and put away lots of hours. My favorite (and best) buy ever!
  92. KristianN.
    Apr 21, 2008
    10
    It's great!!!!
  93. MeyerM.
    Apr 23, 2008
    10
    It's a fantastic new CS , i like it !
  94. RichA.
    Apr 23, 2008
    10
    Definitely a way to kill time, and to have fun with friends!
  95. WontGive
    Apr 27, 2008
    10
    It's nearly the best game what I ever played !(nearly because there is too many cheaters!)
  96. MattH.
    Apr 29, 2008
    10
    This game owns!!
  97. GlennM
    May 21, 2008
    10
    Almost the same as Counter-Strike 1.6, with better graphics, physics and the guns were slightly changed. (In a good way!) If you're not a fan of the low recoil, as many 1.6 players say "It's too easy" or "It's not challenging, I'm going back to 1.6", you can download a mod called CSPro Mod which keeps the same gun attributes as the original game while keeping the Almost the same as Counter-Strike 1.6, with better graphics, physics and the guns were slightly changed. (In a good way!) If you're not a fan of the low recoil, as many 1.6 players say "It's too easy" or "It's not challenging, I'm going back to 1.6", you can download a mod called CSPro Mod which keeps the same gun attributes as the original game while keeping the better graphics.… Expand
  98. AnthonyW.
    May 23, 2008
    10
    One of the best, if not THE BEST computer game of all time. Counterstrike has captured countless memories from players all over the world, and will never get old.
  99. SakerJ.
    Jun 13, 2008
    10
    Cool game but there is 1 problems and its steam hijack hope valve will do something about it.
  100. TouhidG.
    Jun 22, 2008
    10
    This is the best game I have ever played !!! I don't care about the graphics, This game is great.
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Awards & Rankings

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