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  1. Max
    Dec 2, 2007
    10
    Its one of the best games ever, best graphic and gameplay teamplay its never better anything else.
  2. SonicB.
    Jan 23, 2007
    10
    This is one of the best games I have ever played online and deserves a 10, the graphics are just so amazing and the game play is awesome.
  3. EldarE.
    Oct 24, 2007
    10
    It has a great gameplay, but, its all the same, aint so mutch stuff to do so gets boring pretty fast.
  4. JackJ.
    Jan 25, 2007
    0
    A massacre of one of the most addictive games of all time. Such a shame they turned it into a game where success is no longer proportionate to skill. i.e. person who sprays first wins.
  5. MattN.
    Dec 5, 2007
    9
    Extremely well-made game; almost revolutionary for 2004. Highly addictive and still relevant almost four years later, this game tops the list of any FPS on the market today. If you're a fan of this genre, you can't miss out on this gaming experience. Would've been a 10 if it had a single-player mode.
  6. StefanM.
    Jan 25, 2007
    7
    Very nice graphics, but poor models moving. A big step forward from CS 1.6. Still, the firing is unrealistic, too many head shots... I'll give it a 7. The good thing in buying the DVD is that you get the HL2:Deathmatch and DayOfDefeat: Source, making the DVD worth buying.
  7. JoS.
    Oct 27, 2007
    10
    This game is one of the most best games around. It has been out for more that 6 years, and its good.
  8. YermakirumY.
    Oct 6, 2007
    10
    Very good game.
  9. JoeK.
    Jan 7, 2007
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  10. KaganA.
    Feb 12, 2007
    9
    I love the game.the graphics,the sound its amazing.Sometimes i fell like am actually in the game.But the movement of the players could be more realistic ,and the hostages. Still its a great game and I'll always play it.
  11. AugustG.
    Feb 24, 2007
    9
    Nearly a perfect game, in places a bit unrealistic but has been changed a lot from the crap graphics and very unrealistic gameplay of CS 1.6. Sadly though they have changed many things which doesn't really have the touch of the original CS. The graphics are almost perfect but some things could be changed. But if you're a Counter-Strike fan this is a must buy object.
  12. YuraT.
    Feb 25, 2007
    6
    No comment
  13. AnonymousMC
    Feb 26, 2007
    10
    You can never grow tired of this game. If played with a group of friends/ a useful team/ a clan, there truely is no more rewarding online gaming experience. The graphics are good, (with great implamentation of HDR lighting in some maps) and the gameplay is fantastic. It's just a shame you have to meet some true morons on Public servers but this should not blemish a really great game -You can never grow tired of this game. If played with a group of friends/ a useful team/ a clan, there truely is no more rewarding online gaming experience. The graphics are good, (with great implamentation of HDR lighting in some maps) and the gameplay is fantastic. It's just a shame you have to meet some true morons on Public servers but this should not blemish a really great game - after all, it's not Valve's fault! Expand
  14. ScottW.
    Feb 26, 2007
    10
    This Online GAME is JuSt FANTASTIC! Excellent play never get bored people who made game should be really proud of themselves.
  15. ShahriarS.
    Feb 6, 2007
    9
    One of the greatest FPS game ever made for the PC. Graphics are just absolutely amazing. The Physics are so lovely. The only thing that bugged me just a tad bit was the gameplay. It is unrealistic in some ways. One of the biggest disappointments is the non-tatical gameplay (its basically a run and gun game), they also took out the tactical shield, which was one of the greatest weapons, One of the greatest FPS game ever made for the PC. Graphics are just absolutely amazing. The Physics are so lovely. The only thing that bugged me just a tad bit was the gameplay. It is unrealistic in some ways. One of the biggest disappointments is the non-tatical gameplay (its basically a run and gun game), they also took out the tactical shield, which was one of the greatest weapons, overall I loved this game, and hope that it grows on. Expand
  16. RobinA.
    Feb 8, 2007
    10
    It's A very good game with nice graphics!
  17. CrhisRoy
    Mar 17, 2007
    9
    I love CS:S alot. The only downside I have ever had with the game is the fact you can not use iron sights. Other then that, levels are incredible, and very realistic. THe enviorment in the game is amazeing and just about everything you shoot, will react in its own way.
    Counter Strike is one of the worlds most popular games, CS:S is on its way to become everyones favorite
  18. Loki
    Mar 18, 2007
    10
    This game is a classic. I can see myself playing it for many years to come. Unlike other online games you don't have to play it 24/7 to be a contender or pay an arm and a leg to play the game.
  19. HovikN.
    Mar 18, 2007
    10
    Well honestly my pc isn't that slow but sometimes it is really really REALLY slow. Unluckily for me right when i got CS:S my pc was in that very bad slow motion mode. so it took me about 1hour 30minutes to upgrade or upload or whatever to start playing. But I played it in my cousins house zombie mod Warcraft 3 mod etc.... and it really is a fun game once you get used to it. It WILL Well honestly my pc isn't that slow but sometimes it is really really REALLY slow. Unluckily for me right when i got CS:S my pc was in that very bad slow motion mode. so it took me about 1hour 30minutes to upgrade or upload or whatever to start playing. But I played it in my cousins house zombie mod Warcraft 3 mod etc.... and it really is a fun game once you get used to it. It WILL get addicting in a weird stage of playing it and you'll be on it 24/7... not doing homework... jobs of any sort... chores maybe... whatever. The point is I love the game but it seems to go slower then CS 1.6, not as in laggy but I mean when you move you actually feel like your walking, oh and with an awp you feel like... well.. you get it... its really slow motion moving. Although i like the original CS 1.6 game better, this game seems to be an even match because of the new game mods and the crazyily good graphics. But everything you just read is really just my opinion. I'll give it a 10/10 for game play but a 8/10 for the dumb noobs or whatever that cuss on it and start whining. Expand
  20. PeteL.
    Mar 27, 2007
    10
    I remember when I first got my laptop it never lagged in any game, I could actually enjoy it. Then, after awhile, it started slowing up. So when I first got CS:S I thought i was in for some major lag and I wouldn't be able to enjoy it. But, after like 15 games with no lag, where as my CS:CZ would lag after a half a game, I'm pretty impressed. I love this game!
  21. DominikE.
    Mar 8, 2007
    10
    It's the best game, I've ever played!
  22. MarkM.
    Apr 15, 2007
    10
    By far one of the best games I have ever played! I can always enjoy jumping on for a while and blastin away. Source has improved the graphics and physics so much. This game will never get old. I look forward to the newer updates and versions to come!
  23. AramisP.
    Apr 20, 2007
    10
    In my opinion, Counter-Strike:Source is a really well designed continuation of the famous Counter-Strike 1.6 fps game. The Source engine really amused the CS followers and fans.
  24. AlexS.
    Apr 24, 2007
    10
    If you have twenty bucks you MUST buy this game. 1st person shooters are the best!
  25. CarterB.
    Apr 24, 2007
    10
    Great game, good graphics, impressive game engine.
  26. AnonymousMC
    Apr 4, 2007
    9
    I think some of the negative ratings on this site are rating the community rather than the actual game, but that's a bit to be expected. The game is pretty good, kind of hard to learn at first when you get shot down without ever moving, but once you get the hang of it the game is really interesting. I wish there were a single player story mode though.
  27. Marcel
    May 10, 2007
    10
    The graphic is much better as the graphic from counter-strike 1.6 or counter-strike: condition zero. the maps are realer than before. i mean erverything is better than before :) they did a good job.
  28. Pete-R
    May 16, 2007
    10
    I think it's a really good game. The physics is fantastic, like the graphics :)
  29. RicardoM.
    May 21, 2007
    10
    This is a great game, but I only play with "bots" because the online game is infested of "cheaters".
  30. GrantG.
    May 24, 2007
    9
    Great game. The only multiplayer game that I still have installed, even after all these years!
  31. RobinB.
    May 27, 2007
    10
    I love this game. It is an amazing first person shooter that NEVER gets old. I have loved playing it since the first day i got it! it was DEFENETLY worth the money!
  32. CodyB.
    May 29, 2007
    10
    Best game in the world, based on the best content made for the HL1 engine.
  33. DominikE.
    May 31, 2007
    10
    It's the best game, I've ever played!
  34. JohndaR.
    May 4, 2007
    10
    This is an awesome game. It's a fast paced, blood rushing FPS that made my dreams come true when it came out
  35. HunterH.
    Jun 10, 2007
    10
    What can I say? The best game of all time. I gave up all my other gaming habits for Counter Strike Source, as I found the gameplay not only the most realistic but the most fun!
  36. BobM.
    Jun 1, 2007
    5
    Hackers & Cheaters! too damn many of them. what is valve doing to solve this extensive problem? I hope they put as much effort into dealing with the hackers as they did with creating one of the BEST graphics engines to date.
  37. JustinB.
    Jun 13, 2007
    0
    It seems as though you ruined the original CounterStrike. Not a fan of this game.
  38. JemuR.
    Jun 15, 2007
    10
    This game is very nice, but it is hard if you are a newbie.
  39. DominikE.
    Jun 16, 2007
    10
    It's the best game, I've ever played!
  40. JoeK.
    Jun 19, 2007
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  41. JamieG.
    Jun 2, 2007
    10
    A true performance of a game. Surf maps and game mod maps and all sorts .. u just cant beat it when it comes to most addictive games. 10/10 of me outstanding game !! =)
  42. SteveL.
    Jun 20, 2007
    10
    I love this game.
  43. JoeG.
    Jun 22, 2007
    0
    Worst online community. Tedious. Fails at being an action game. Fails at being realistic. It's a bast^rd caught somewhere in between. Watching 2 people camp on opposite sides of map for 2 minutes. Horrible community. 13 year old racist homophobes. This game is just garbage. Why do people play it?
  44. SeanK.>
    Jun 23, 2007
    10
    Great game, alot of people play, could use better graphics. but its still a great game to play.
  45. ZyriKM.
    Jun 24, 2007
    9
    Good game, very fun ! Most realistic game play, nicer graphism with the source engine.
  46. JoeK.
    Jun 25, 2007
    10
    GREAT GAME!
  47. X-Woof
    Jun 28, 2007
    10
    Game has everything a gamer would ever dream of, expect playing this game wont make you get the girls, but who cares about chicks when you can pump up some hossies and make ships and fountains go boom.
  48. robert
    Jun 28, 2007
    10
    It is one of the best games i have erver seen, You can have fund and a lot of teamfeeling.
  49. DavidR.
    Jun 29, 2007
    10
    I own an Xbox 360, and all the hype re: Halo 3 makes me despair, although the 360 is unparelled for sports, driving and even arcade style 'Live' games.. there is no competition between the PC and the 360 in terms of FPS quality. Halo 3 is reminiscent of a cut down, impoverished Unreal Tournement 2003. So not only are FPS far superior on the PC, there is nothing which can match I own an Xbox 360, and all the hype re: Halo 3 makes me despair, although the 360 is unparelled for sports, driving and even arcade style 'Live' games.. there is no competition between the PC and the 360 in terms of FPS quality. Halo 3 is reminiscent of a cut down, impoverished Unreal Tournement 2003. So not only are FPS far superior on the PC, there is nothing which can match the depth and strategic live action combat of Counter-Strike: Source. The nearest contender is Day of Defeat: Source and the two are games which compliment, rather than directly compete, with each other. As with the original HL based Counter-Strike, nice graphics/physics engines come and go, gameplay remains. Long after the Source engine is considered ugly/dated, Counter-Strike:Source will still be the most played online FPS in the world. Never has so much been owed by so many to the few at Valve. Expand
  50. LukeD.
    Jun 5, 2007
    10
    Counter Strike Source is one of the most versatile, balanced, and fun games I have come across in my years of gaming. It takes online gameplay to a whole new level of awesome.
  51. Ben
    Jun 7, 2007
    9
    So simple, yet so advanced... this game is better then any FPS I've played yet!
  52. DanielR.
    Jun 8, 2007
    10
    The best PC game I have ever played. Its realistic and you can even skin your guns to make it look the way you want it too. Best game ever 10/10.
  53. BrandonM.
    Jul 10, 2007
    10
    This is the best game i'v played on my computer it dont take much to play easy to learn and it really fun to play ppl on it are nice and some people make good maps.
  54. AndyE.
    Jul 1, 2007
    10
    I was there when this game was first introduced, and I must say. Its been a pleasure to see how far its came. Can't wait to see what the future brings!
  55. KR
    Jul 1, 2007
    10
    Simply the best first person shooter ever made. If you don't like it, it's only because you suck. This game is hours and hours of fun.
  56. NathanS.
    Jul 24, 2007
    10
    I Love This Game, It Got Awsome Graphics , Grate Gameplay, lots of differint game type from surf to gungame to zombie. i have played this game since 12/26/06 since today over 850+ hours.
  57. PhilipD.
    Jul 25, 2007
    10
    Been playing it for years. There are servers for every one, from surf to gungame. This game will be one of the best purchases that you will make, simply because of its vast size. Every level oozes with atmosphere, and the vast community ensures that there is always something new. If only there were more games like this.
  58. PaulT.
    Jul 29, 2007
    10
    The only online games that is enjoyable to play. And ALWAYS will be.
  59. TylerJ.
    Jul 31, 2007
    10
    This game is a great. There are only a few hackers and the graphics are awesome.
  60. souljuh
    Jul 5, 2007
    10
    omfg! this is the BEST GAME EVER! its a simple "shoot-em up" that uses life like physics and realistic environments. Not only are the diffrent modes exiting (zombie mod, Gun game -zm, gg) users are always making and adding new, more fun maps to play on! And dont forget about all the secret spots you can find to dominate all those n00bs out there!
  61. Novi4ekNone
    Aug 10, 2007
    9
    good game
  62. JG.
    Aug 11, 2007
    10
    Great game, with very nice graphics, and tons of fun to play with your friends.
  63. 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.
  64. 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.
  65. 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.
  66. KyleB.
    Aug 26, 2007
    9
    Great game, Graphically better than the original.
  67. JohnS.
    Aug 4, 2007
    9
    The graphics are still stunning, and the realism is almost scarry. which is cool. The only thing worth complaining about is the lack of new good levels. Of course, what do you expect from a grass-roots game? levels come from players, not manufacturers.
  68. NovsekN.
    Sep 15, 2007
    10
    The best game I ever played!
  69. AngeloJoseph
    Nov 11, 2008
    10
    This game is to be loved and adored for all ages, friendly community and very fun mods keep a 4 year old game nice, fresh, and still amazingly fun. And you know a game is fun when even though you arent very good at it, you keep playing. Awaiting the next Counter-Srike!

    -PliskinM.
  70. MattH.
    Jan 11, 2008
    10
    This game owns!!
  71. BrandonB.
    Jan 10, 2008
    10
    A great game! I'm not the greatest fan of online multiplayer games but Counterstrike is certainly making me one. My friend bought me it for christmas and every chance I get I'm on it.
  72. AdrianGarcia
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    This is my favourite game, I never look one game superior. Este es mi juego favorito no e visto nunca un juego mejor. Al principio no me gustaba, pero en 2 semanas le coji el tranquillo y aqui sigo casi 3 años jugando al CSS y no me he cansado lo mas minimo. Un saludo a todos los Counteros.
  73. aarrand
    Nov 7, 2008
    10
    haha i agree with Stephan, i wasn't a fan boy of cod4, it is a great game, and guess what, i came to css straight after cod4, and yes, i did get owned, but i dunno, if its because im good at fps's or that cod4 geared me up for what was going to be the best online team based shooter i have ever seen, im finally good at it, unless i leave it for a while, then i gotta get my gamehaha i agree with Stephan, i wasn't a fan boy of cod4, it is a great game, and guess what, i came to css straight after cod4, and yes, i did get owned, but i dunno, if its because im good at fps's or that cod4 geared me up for what was going to be the best online team based shooter i have ever seen, im finally good at it, unless i leave it for a while, then i gotta get my game back up. Stephan you hit the nail right on the bloody head. haha Expand
  74. BastiaanWelbergen
    Jan 17, 2008
    10
    Cant see why this is a 8.8? i'ts still played more then most other games, nothing real wrong with it, its just great, it has neet physics good action and its nicely balanced, imo best shooter around atm, yes also above cs1.6 simply becaus its to old for me. This still looks now in 2008 better then alot of games that come out, thats 4 years and it still looks awsome, almost any pc canCant see why this is a 8.8? i'ts still played more then most other games, nothing real wrong with it, its just great, it has neet physics good action and its nicely balanced, imo best shooter around atm, yes also above cs1.6 simply becaus its to old for me. This still looks now in 2008 better then alot of games that come out, thats 4 years and it still looks awsome, almost any pc can run it and its great, defenatly deserves a higher then a 8.8 Expand
  75. MattE
    Dec 12, 2008
    10
    After thrashing the hell out of games like UT3, COD 4 and the like - I find myself installing this and enjoying it all over again. It's just so much fun and the fan base is amazing. Get on a decent server with decent active admin and your rocking :)
  76. Hobo
    Oct 2, 2008
    10
    I can't stop playing it. Nice graphics and wonderful maps. 10 thumbs up!
  77. JoshW
    Dec 26, 2008
    10
    a great game have enjoyed it since the day i bought it, definitely need some skill to play it or you just watch other people only down side is the little kids who never shut up other then that an awesome FSP cant wait for the next one.
  78. YermakirumY.
    Dec 27, 2008
    9
    Very good game.
  79. AlexO
    Jan 27, 2008
    10
    Its Just the best online shoot em up games i have ever played. The best bit for me about it is not the graphics and stunning maps but the voice. It means you can out of the blue just start a random chat with someone you have never met.

    Love the game and really hope Valve will do another installment
  80. Novi4ekNone
    Dec 7, 2008
    10
    good game
  81. SteveL.
    Dec 8, 2008
    10
    I love this game.
  82. ChristoherLim
    Dec 9, 2008
    10
    I love Counter Strike Source! The graphics is so damn bloody real, the sounds are stunningly real too. I love the fact that it's online! not like most other shooting games. I said MOST. the great thing is you get to share the experence with people whom you don't even know! lol add me - NFSMWNTSRSOB
  83. Novi4ekNone
    Feb 12, 2008
    10
    good game
  84. ShawnK.
    Feb 12, 2008
    9
    Been playing for years and it's a classic. Will never get tired of it.
  85. WillV.
    Feb 14, 2008
    10
    It does not matter wether you are a pro, or just there for fun, there is a map, and a server, which suites you. For those like Lewis W, who seem to have only played one server, you will be surprised. If you just want to improve on your reaction time and have a bit of fun, play a Deathmatch server! If you want to proceed your skills in all kinds of weapons, play a gun game server! If you It does not matter wether you are a pro, or just there for fun, there is a map, and a server, which suites you. For those like Lewis W, who seem to have only played one server, you will be surprised. If you just want to improve on your reaction time and have a bit of fun, play a Deathmatch server! If you want to proceed your skills in all kinds of weapons, play a gun game server! If you want to improve your sniping abilities, play awp_ maps or scoutzknivez! There is always something out there, quit being narrow minded. Expand
  86. AnonymousMC
    Feb 16, 2008
    9
    Ditch realism and include physics with run 'n gun action and you have CS:S. This game runs really fast for how good it looks, as is expected of all Source games. You can have fun chattin with other people, but this game is great as long as you are having FUN. If you play just for a high kill-to-death ration, you will get stressed and probably call BS or Hax on every player who shootsDitch realism and include physics with run 'n gun action and you have CS:S. This game runs really fast for how good it looks, as is expected of all Source games. You can have fun chattin with other people, but this game is great as long as you are having FUN. If you play just for a high kill-to-death ration, you will get stressed and probably call BS or Hax on every player who shoots you. In fact, some BS shots happens, to me and from me, which can make the game sorta fun.

    I am a realism buff, and as soon as I put the bunny hopping shotgun headshots and such aside this game became really fun. If you have a group of friends who play or join a clan then you get some really good memories made. For the price, this is one of the great bargain games of the modern world. The only thing preventing this from being a 10 is the fact that there are enough hackers to give anyone a headache, but they get banned quickly, and that you can get unlucky enough to discourage any person at times (lucky headshots taken in from a shotgun at 50 yards happened to me before) so just take a break when the game isn't fun.
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  87. PaulFelix
    Feb 19, 2008
    10
    Counter-Strike: Source has to be one of the best online shooters ever. When you first start out you may be aggrivated or flat pissed off but give it some time to learn because once you do you get the joy to say " hahaha I pwned you noob!" Man I love this game!!! O and Lewis W., the only reason the game sux for you is because u just plain suck.
  88. HoffaJimmy
    Feb 21, 2008
    10
    QUOTE "Lewis W. gave it a2:
    They Should rename it Camper-Strike, it takes too long to learn to play this game well and the fact that you cant respawn makes it the most frustrating game in the world. Imagine walking out of the spawn zone to be shot in the head without ahving chance to react, then you wait 5 minutes to come back to life so they can do it again!" QUOTE
    You idiot. Learn to
    QUOTE "Lewis W. gave it a2:
    They Should rename it Camper-Strike, it takes too long to learn to play this game well and the fact that you cant respawn makes it the most frustrating game in the world. Imagine walking out of the spawn zone to be shot in the head without ahving chance to react, then you wait 5 minutes to come back to life so they can do it again!" QUOTE

    You idiot. Learn to play if you dont like it. Don't complain, and there are servers were you respawn right away, and if your talking about de_dust2 map then dont go infront of those doors were they scout / awp. Go the other way.
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  89. ChristianW.
    Mar 18, 2008
    10
    The reason this game so much better than it's counterparts was that it wasnt dumbed down for all the console tards who need an inch diameter cross hair and a sticky aim. Beautifully done.
  90. MaicoSamijn
    Mar 22, 2008
    10
    Lewis W, looks like you were too lazy to learn te game, only went on one server, wich had many players on it, if the waiting doesn't fit you, you just join a server with less players, It's easy like that. When you fall in love with this game, you wont stop loving it :) Just give it a chance and learn the skills, And you will like it!
  91. StefanoF.
    Mar 26, 2008
    10
    The Best online game ever. Thanks VALVE! Thanks HalfLife!
  92. TylerR.
    Mar 28, 2008
    10
    It is an amazing game and I love it so much. There are a lot of mods like surf, rpg, death match, zombie mod, gun game, and paint ball/dodge ball.
  93. GSusF.
    Mar 29, 2008
    10
    Very good game and better graphics than 1.6
  94. JoelH.
    Mar 29, 2008
    10
    Counter-Strike: Source. One of the greatest games ever created.
  95. OmbarK.
    Apr 1, 2008
    2
    I have never ever been so disappointed with a game in all my gaming life. Seriously this game is slow paced and is entirely made for campers, the friggin' en. On top of it luck decides pretty much everything even for pros since there's NO AIM DOWN THE SIGHT EXCEPT FOR SNIPES, SERIOUSLY WTF? If you want a good FPS that's fast paced and relies on skill, go buy call of duty I have never ever been so disappointed with a game in all my gaming life. Seriously this game is slow paced and is entirely made for campers, the friggin' en. On top of it luck decides pretty much everything even for pros since there's NO AIM DOWN THE SIGHT EXCEPT FOR SNIPES, SERIOUSLY WTF? If you want a good FPS that's fast paced and relies on skill, go buy call of duty I've had so much with it. All that CSS brought me was frustration and waiting for next rounds cause a dude got a lucky headshot, will forever be my worst buy I guess I just can't see what good people see in it and no I haven't played CS 1.6. Expand
  96. BulletP.
    Apr 12, 2008
    10
    Personally it think this game has a really different playing styles to other games which is what makes it so fun!!
  97. DanS
    Apr 13, 2008
    10
    Sick game, good clean gameplay, graphics aint too shabby for a 2004 aswell.
  98. AdrianL.
    Apr 14, 2008
    10
    Best game ever. Combines tactic gameplay with an awesome sense of adrenaline and action. This game will live on for eons.
  99. NortonM
    Apr 18, 2008
    9
    Not the very best. but it goes well, anyway. The Source engine and physics apply moderately during gameplay, but i's nice to see some things flying with kbooms and shots.
  100. EsbenH.
    Apr 19, 2008
    10
    Ðuh best shooting action game ever! i love it i play it every day!!!
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. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.