Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is a multiplayer tactical first-person shooter developed by Valve and Hidden Path Entertainment, and released in August 2012. It is the fourth installment in the Counter-Strike series.
CS:GO builds upon the classic Counter-Strike formula, where players are divided into two opposing teams: Terrorists and Counter-Terrorists. Each team competes to complete objectives such as bomb planting and defusal, hostage rescue, or eliminating the opposing team. The game emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and precision shooting, making it a staple in competitive esports.
Key features include:
CS:GO runs on the Source Engine, offering improved graphics and physics compared to its predecessors. It has become one of the most played and watched games globally, with millions of active players and a thriving esports scene. Major tournaments like the CS:GO Majors attract top teams and offer multi-million dollar prize pools.
Whether you're a casual player or a competitive sharpshooter, CS:GO delivers a fast-paced, skill-driven experience that continues to evolve more than a decade after its
CS:GO builds upon the classic Counter-Strike formula, where players are divided into two opposing teams: Terrorists and Counter-Terrorists. Each team competes to complete objectives such as bomb planting and defusal, hostage rescue, or eliminating the opposing team. The game emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and precision shooting, making it a staple in competitive esports.
Key features include:
- Multiple game modes, such as Competitive, Casual, Deathmatch, Arms Race, Demolition, and Wingman.
- A robust matchmaking system that pairs players based on skill level.
- Weapon skins and cosmetic items, which became a major part of the game’s economy after CS:GO transitioned to a free-to-play model in December 2018.
- Regular updates and community support, including maps, mods, and tournaments.
CS:GO runs on the Source Engine, offering improved graphics and physics compared to its predecessors. It has become one of the most played and watched games globally, with millions of active players and a thriving esports scene. Major tournaments like the CS:GO Majors attract top teams and offer multi-million dollar prize pools.
Whether you're a casual player or a competitive sharpshooter, CS:GO delivers a fast-paced, skill-driven experience that continues to evolve more than a decade after its