Counter-Strike: Source

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10297 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8,950 out of 10297
  2. Mixed: 493 out of 10297
  3. Negative: 854 out of 10297
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  1. YuraT.
    Apr 17, 2009
    0
    No comment
  2. MatthewM.
    Apr 17, 2009
    0
    Absolutely terrible game. Looks are not what they say to be, physics are weird, and gameplay is awful.
  3. ShahzadB.
    Apr 17, 2009
    10
    The best online first person shooting game I've ever played. The graphics, the physics, the players, the game-play all work flawlessly to make this game the world's most popular game. Keep up the good work VALve.
  4. ScottH
    Apr 17, 2009
    0
    An attempt to build off the success of Counter-Strike with the graphics the Source engine provides. A horrible failure in terms of gameplay and overall playability.
  5. JohnM
    Apr 16, 2009
    10
    Excellent multiplayer game. Probably one of the best shooter multiplayer games to ever come out. With millions of people playing it can't be argued!
  6. TomC
    Apr 16, 2009
    1
    A cheep nock off of an already fine game. It changed the graphics to look better but the game play is far worse.
  7. JoseB
    Apr 16, 2009
    0
    Horrible remake of Counter-Strike 1.6. Models are too big, grenades are weird, gameplay is just terrible. If you actively play this game, purchase Counter-Strike 1.6 and actually ENJOY gaming.
  8. LeoH
    Apr 16, 2009
    10
    Brilliant first person shooter. Most servers are completely lagg-free as long as you have a decent computer.10/10!
  9. JoshL
    Apr 15, 2009
    0
    All graphics, no competitive aspect to it. Plus this game is dead after the downfall of CGS. 1.6 for the win
  10. steve
    Apr 15, 2009
    0
    This game was made so that people who played the old game could switch over and we all bought it with expectations of it being good but the makers didnt really care about the player and they ended up producing a game that was not ready to be released.
  11. TylerG
    Apr 15, 2009
    0
    Game was horribly designed for competition and public play. Everything that was supposed to be as real as it gets, got more phony... The original counter-strike... is 10x better. Thats what happens when you try to capitalize on a game that isnt possible to make any better... steam ruined it... lol.
  12. ChrisM
    Apr 15, 2009
    0
    CS:S Detracts from the overall value of cs 1.6 because it allured all the professional gamers with stories of money and glory due to the increase in gfx etc. Promising more coverage on source.. most 1.6 leagues died and what is source now? Nothing. Source is still underplayed, and cs 1.6 is still superior in player-base and skill.
  13. JonathanR
    Apr 15, 2009
    0
    Counter-Strike: Source is a terrible knockoff of the original Counter-Strike and is definitely not worth buying. The graphics of Counter-Strike: Source may be slightly more polished than that of its predecessor, the original Counter-Strike, however you will tire of the game quickly and easily as every other aspect of the game sucks beyond all belief. The game is a joke in the professional Counter-Strike: Source is a terrible knockoff of the original Counter-Strike and is definitely not worth buying. The graphics of Counter-Strike: Source may be slightly more polished than that of its predecessor, the original Counter-Strike, however you will tire of the game quickly and easily as every other aspect of the game sucks beyond all belief. The game is a joke in the professional gaming community so if you want to make a living off of professional gaming, the original Counter-Strike is the way to go and not this version. The game has terrible game play, extremely over hyped graphics and physics which in reality aren't that great and border on crap, and the game is just overall a terrible, dysfunctional knockoff of the original and hit game Counter-Strike. You wouldn't catch me dead playing this over Counter-Strike. This game is a 0/10 with no doubt in my mind.… Expand
  14. NicholasP
    Apr 15, 2009
    6
    First of all the netcode creates so many ridiculous interpolation moments where other players models are being show clientside several ms behind where the server records them, the game just doesn't sync everything well at all. Any area where someone is watching an entrance the player 'peeking' into the entrance has a huge advantage because they will see the person watching First of all the netcode creates so many ridiculous interpolation moments where other players models are being show clientside several ms behind where the server records them, the game just doesn't sync everything well at all. Any area where someone is watching an entrance the player 'peeking' into the entrance has a huge advantage because they will see the person watching before the player watching sees them, most of the time the 'peeking' player will already have time to stop and be ready to shoot before the watching person sees them. The models were made larger and the maps were filled with extra junk laying around, like barrels which are randomly placed everywhere along with many other little objects. This makes the game feels really cluttered and makes it easier to 'frag', half the time you can enter an area and have no need to aim because the models fill up the space. The 'updated' flashbangs are random in that you cant dodge them consistently which takes a lot from the game. Smoke grenades are explotable because in certain areas you can see shadows through them but not from the other side which is another flaw. Not to mention that the slow blooming of the smoke makes the game easier for the players watching the smoked area. The model movement speed especially walk speed is slowed down, which also makes the game easier. A combination of the larger models and tightly cramped map areas allows for a lot of random lucky bullets to headshot people when a player is running around spraying. Overall css is just a dumbed down, 'pretty', version of cs. I would recommend sticking with cs1.6 which is so much more of a polished and challenging game.… Expand
  15. FireBladeX
    Apr 15, 2009
    0
    Perfect game!
  16. DominikE.
    Apr 14, 2009
    10
    It's the best game, I've ever played!
  17. DavidH
    Apr 13, 2009
    8
    I'm not personally that keen on CS:S but I can see why it is so beloved. It has great flexibility with player made maps and models, unfortunately it gets horrifically annoying when you get blown away at the start of a mission and have to wait 5 mins until you respawn. Thankfully there are deathmatch maps with instant respawn.
  18. RichW.
    Apr 9, 2009
    10
    i bought this game like 2 days ago. And i already fell in love with it. I had no trouble playing. just make sure your connection is fast...nothing under 150Kbps. the only con i have on this game is most players aren't what you would call "nice".
    It was worth my $20 US dollars coming with Day of Defeat and Half Life Death match.
  19. LilDX
    Apr 9, 2009
    10
    No its a great GAME! Jacob S, is wrong. i recommend this game more than any other. Its lot of fun and u dont get easyly bored of it! . telling ya , been playing css for 3-4 years. And I still play . There are so many great servers with different mods and so on like zombie mod. Thats history lol , . 10 stars .
  20. EliHoch
    Apr 8, 2009
    10
    CS: Source is easily in the top three games I've ever played. It has no single-player mode which means that you don't get bored after you beat it. There are so many maps and so many mods that it'll amuse you for months or even years! It's a great game: Get It!!!
  21. RichardI
    Apr 4, 2009
    10
    This game is absolutely fantastic, the graphics are still amazing (some 4 and a half years after release), it has great re-play value (due to the fact that anyone can make a map for people to play, resulting in thousands of custom maps circling the thousands of servers) and is quite realistic in many ways. Overall a great game!
  22. WesleyV.
    Apr 4, 2009
    9
    Very nice game
  23. JacobS
    Apr 1, 2009
    0
    Its crappy. The graphics suck even with a nvida 9800gt. The game lags with the great internet of Comcast. Cant find servers, says something about a master connection? wth? lmfao dont buy it im telling u now.
  24. JohnC
    Apr 1, 2009
    5
    The game is fun. But the service is horrible. It cracked down my computer. Servers wont pop up half the time. I cant save any in a favorites. Its not worth buying. You have a better chance playing a flash game of Counter strike. Because atleast you will know you will play. I cant find any servers, and its not my firewall. or my internet. my internet is great, Verizon fios. im in a great The game is fun. But the service is horrible. It cracked down my computer. Servers wont pop up half the time. I cant save any in a favorites. Its not worth buying. You have a better chance playing a flash game of Counter strike. Because atleast you will know you will play. I cant find any servers, and its not my firewall. or my internet. my internet is great, Verizon fios. im in a great suburb aera. Its the game dont buy it.… Expand
  25. YermakirumY.
    Mar 26, 2009
    10
    Very good game.
  26. JoeK.
    Mar 4, 2009
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  27. Novi4ekNone
    Feb 14, 2009
    9
    good game
  28. noname
    Feb 11, 2009
    10
    Counter-Strike: Source offers flexible styles of play. Using mod's and various game settings, there is always something fun to do involving great action and Edge-of-your-seat thrills. The mechanics allow you to quickly get used to working out, and the smooth rendering with higher model machines give such a life like feel, as though you were in really Razing and Blazing "The Point". Counter-Strike: Source offers flexible styles of play. Using mod's and various game settings, there is always something fun to do involving great action and Edge-of-your-seat thrills. The mechanics allow you to quickly get used to working out, and the smooth rendering with higher model machines give such a life like feel, as though you were in really Razing and Blazing "The Point". Hands down, 11 score in my book. Get it today. Get in and play!… Expand
  29. SteveL.
    Feb 11, 2009
    10
    I love this game.
  30. AexDaemon
    Feb 6, 2009
    7
    Sort of a good game, but as all of the games I've played before made by Steam - Bit a Bit. Let's take a look at the ANTI-Cheater - as one guy said, it is good, but not so much. I tried to cheat (for experiment) and I've been banned after the 120+ time I cheated. Other say, graphics are cool - adding a bit would make it cool. 7 For the game.
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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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