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. 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!
  2. MrC.
    Oct 7, 2007
    10
    Graphic's are amazing, Game play competitively is what I think this game should be geared towards. Sometimes I think they are going in that direction sometimes I don't (maybe they are trying to keep it even for those pub masters). If you learn this game inside and out there is no reason you should not be very good at it. Shot registry is more so based on the server you are Graphic's are amazing, Game play competitively is what I think this game should be geared towards. Sometimes I think they are going in that direction sometimes I don't (maybe they are trying to keep it even for those pub masters). If you learn this game inside and out there is no reason you should not be very good at it. Shot registry is more so based on the server you are playing on rather than the game which lots of people mistake a missed shot on the game or on css reg either way if you play on a good fresh kept up with server then everything is good. BUT these types of servers can be costly. If they some how enabled a good registering server for a reasonable price I think this game will/or would have gained more players but when I user gets a game installs it not knowing the tricks of the trade they are going to have lots of problems get frusterated at how slow things can go at times and might not even get thru the instillation process, let alone get to give the game a chance and enjoy what millions others do.… Expand
  3. YermakirumY.
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    Very good game.
  4. Caddy
    Oct 5, 2007
    7
    This game offers excellent time wastage, giving good players excitement and fun. If your new, stick to it because in a few months you might start enjoying it as well. Very dissapointed with the Physics engine, bouncing off barrels and cabinets, not to mention being able to campin in one. I find the game is extremely laggy and registering my shots is unbearably painfull. Flashbangs blind This game offers excellent time wastage, giving good players excitement and fun. If your new, stick to it because in a few months you might start enjoying it as well. Very dissapointed with the Physics engine, bouncing off barrels and cabinets, not to mention being able to campin in one. I find the game is extremely laggy and registering my shots is unbearably painfull. Flashbangs blind you when they land 10ft behind you, Headshots are more rampant than the hostages Ai, maybe camping slaps should be improvised to allow minimal time wastage due to those extreme players who love to awp... or just p90 one position. I now enjoy this game becuase I have played it so much, but I was very close many times to just deleting it and watching tv. Anti cheat is good, Anti hack is better, raciscm and derogitry remarks should be banable and inexcusable. Out of the many fps shooters I have played, this one is fantastic, yet it can still leave me very, very dissapointed. I'm glad I purchased it though.… Expand
  5. RobinA.
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    It's A very good game with nice graphics!
  6. NovsekN.
    Sep 15, 2007
    10
    The best game I ever played!
  7. Novi4ekNone
    Sep 14, 2007
    10
    good game
  8. FredK.
    Sep 12, 2007
    6
    Good GFX and fun if not very simple gameplay and can be very enjoyable. If your new to the FPS genre then this will surfice but there is alot of better options out there that are less frustraitng. but If you can't tolerate campers, hackers, excesively loud music, 13 year old kids, pornographic sprays, flashbang spam, the AWP, The Desert Eagle, terrible hitboxes and the need to Good GFX and fun if not very simple gameplay and can be very enjoyable. If your new to the FPS genre then this will surfice but there is alot of better options out there that are less frustraitng. but If you can't tolerate campers, hackers, excesively loud music, 13 year old kids, pornographic sprays, flashbang spam, the AWP, The Desert Eagle, terrible hitboxes and the need to download something every time you join a server then this game is probably not for you.… Expand
  9. 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.
  10. MendeleevB.
    Sep 9, 2007
    9
    Really good game. I nice upgrade Counter Strike 1.6 offering improved graphics and gameplay, though still including the old classic maps such as de_dust2 and de_aztec. For the £10 it costs now, well worth picking up, for both CS 1.6 veterans and gamers that wish to start.
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. YuraT.
    Sep 2, 2007
    10
    No comment
  14. 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...
  15. SteveL.
    Aug 30, 2007
    10
    I love this game.
  16. KyleB.
    Aug 26, 2007
    9
    Great game, Graphically better than the original.
  17. LuukasV.
    Aug 24, 2007
    7
    Graphics are very good, and even with slower PC you can play. But Like Yar said, its too easy. I mean if you started from CS1.6 and just then entered cs;s than you wont get so much exitement as in cs1.6. but you just started in cs:s than its good to learn.
  18. YermakirumY.
    Aug 24, 2007
    10
    Very good game.
  19. YarrrPirate
    Aug 23, 2007
    5
    The graphics are good, but the gameplays isn't quite as good as CS1.6. For example, you get headshots too easily. It seems that this game was made as simple as possible, to make it a popular game, rather than one that required a little skill, like CS1.6.
  20. ShaunS.
    Aug 18, 2007
    10
    This is a sweet game, I suggest that you go and buy it if you enjoy action and shooting games.
  21. Taz1uM^
    Aug 18, 2007
    10
    Really great game. Nice gameplay and beautiful graphics.
  22. 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.
  23. havocF.
    Aug 14, 2007
    10
    Extremely good game and very addicting....gets updated every month or so and gameplay is extremely smooth and wayy better than the previous games. This is officially one of the best games valve has created.
  24. 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.
  25. JG.
    Aug 11, 2007
    10
    Great game, with very nice graphics, and tons of fun to play with your friends.
  26. Novi4ekNone
    Aug 10, 2007
    9
    good game
  27. DominikE.
    Aug 10, 2007
    10
    It's the best game, I've ever played!
  28. 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.
  29. YiuC.H.
    Aug 9, 2007
    7
    Although superb graphics and the gameplay from counter-strike is retained, the game movements in counters-strike source is not as smooth as counter-strike, where animations and movements are rather stiff, and the realism in graphics could be a drag for some slower PCs and for online play.
  30. 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
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Awards & Rankings

11
#11 Best PC Game of 2004
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#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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