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Counter-Strike 2 is now replacing CS:GO

 Valve has officially released Counter-Strike 2, which serves as a sequel and a free upgrade to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. This launch took place on Wednesday, following a period during which the game was exclusively available to CS:GO players as part of a limited technical test.

Counter-Strike 2 has taken the place of CS:GO on the Steam platform. Valve has described this updated game as "the beginning of an exciting new chapter and the largest technical leap in Counter-Strike's history." Importantly, CS:GO players need not worry about losing their progress, as Valve has assured that all items from CS:GO will carry over to Counter-Strike 2.

Much like its predecessor, Counter-Strike 2 can be downloaded and played for free.

Valve initially announced Counter-Strike 2 back in March, promising an extensive overhaul of every system, every piece of content, and every aspect of the Counter-Strike experience. The announcement showcased several new features in Counter-Strike 2, including updated maps, dynamic smoke grenades, and "sub-tick updates," which Valve claims provide even more precise server updates.

Counter-Strike 2 marks the fourth major release in Valve's multiplayer first-person shooter series. The original game, originally based on a mod for Valve's Half-Life, was launched in 2000. This was followed by Counter-Strike: Source in 2004 and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive in 2012. Remarkably, over a decade after its initial release, CS:GO continues to be immensely popular and consistently ranks as the most-played title on Steam. Earlier this year, CS:GO achieved an all-time concurrent player record, with more than 1.8 million players simultaneously on Steam.

What are the new features in Counter-Strike 2

 

Counter-Strike 2 is a new game that has undergone a complete overhaul and includes updated maps, improved lighting, new gameplay elements, and the backing of a new game engine. 

The game engine used in Counter-Strike 2 is the Source 2 game engine, which replaces the original Source engine used in CS:GO . 

The move to Source 2 brings visual changes as well as the adjustment and introduction of new physics, audio, and more. 

The user interface in Counter-Strike 2 is brand-new, with many visual changes to the game’s HUD and main menu. 

The game also features sub-tick servers and responsive smokes. However, some players have reported bad optimization in the game, which makes it far away from a full release. All of the game's new features will be revealed when it officially launches this summer, but players can experience the game through the Limited Test.