Summary
- Release Year: 2012
- Genres: Shooter, Tactical
- Platforms: Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Developers: Hidden Path Entertainment, Valve
- Publishers: Valve
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is a multiplayer first-person shooter video game developed by Valve Corporation and Hidden Path Entertainment. It is the fourth game in the Counter-Strike series and was released on August 21, 2012, for Windows, macOS, Linux, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3.
CS:GO is a team-based game in which two teams of five players compete against each other in a variety of objective-based game modes. The most popular game mode is Bomb Defusal, in which one team must plant and detonate a bomb while the other team must defuse it. Other game modes include Hostage Rescue, in which one team must rescue hostages while the other team must prevent them from doing so, and Arms Race, in which players compete to be the first to get kills with a variety of weapons.
CS:GO features a wide variety of weapons, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, and machine guns. Players can also purchase armor and grenades to help them survive and complete their objectives. The game also features a variety of maps, each with its own unique layout and objectives.
CS:GO has been a critical and commercial success, with over 25 million copies sold worldwide. The game has also been a major force in the eSports industry, with professional teams competing for millions of dollars in prize money.
Gameplay
CS:GO is a team-based game in which two teams of five players compete against each other in a variety of objective-based game modes. The most popular game mode is Bomb Defusal, in which one team must plant and detonate a bomb while the other team must defuse it. Other game modes include Hostage Rescue, in which one team must rescue hostages while the other team must prevent them from doing so, and Arms Race, in which players compete to be the first to get kills with a variety of weapons.
Each round of CS:GO begins with a buy phase, in which players can purchase weapons, armor, and grenades. Once the buy phase is over, the round begins and the two teams spawn on opposite sides of the map. The teams then have to fight their way to the objective and complete it.
The gameplay in CS:GO is fast-paced and intense. Players need to be able to aim and shoot accurately, as well as communicate and cooperate with their teammates. The game also requires a lot of strategy, as players need to be able to adapt to the different maps and game modes.
Maps
CS:GO features a wide variety of maps, each with its own unique layout and objectives. Some of the most popular maps include Dust II, Mirage, Inferno, and Nuke. Each map has its own unique set of strategies and tactics, so players need to be able to adapt to the different maps in order to be successful.
Weapons
CS:GO features a wide variety of weapons, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, and machine guns. Each weapon has its own unique stats, so players need to be able to choose the right weapon for the job. Some of the most popular weapons in CS:GO include the AK-47, the M4A4, and the AWP.
Armor and Grenades
In addition to weapons, players can also purchase armor and grenades. Armor can help to protect players from damage, while grenades can be used to flush out enemies or damage them from a distance. Some of the most popular grenades in CS:GO include the HE grenade, the flashbang, and the smoke grenade.
eSports
CS:GO has been a major force in the eSports industry, with professional teams competing for millions of dollars in prize money. Some of the most popular CS:GO teams include Astralis, Natus Vincere, and Team Liquid. CS:GO is also one of the most popular games at major eSports events, such as the ESL One and DreamHack.
Conclusion
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is a fast-paced, intense, and strategic multiplayer FPS. The game has a wide variety of maps, weapons, and game modes, and it is constantly being updated with new content. CS:GO is also a major force in the eSports industry, with professional teams competing for millions of dollars in prize money.
Review Score
9/10
Art
Cover Art
Screenshots
