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Review by
Jason Mitchell
About this game
The game has six categories of equipment : pistols, heavy weapons, machine guns (PMs), rifles, grenades and additional equipment. Each weapon in the game has unique properties, such as the amount of ammunition in the magazine, rate of fire, damage inflicted or the spread of bullets in continuous fire. In the game, in addition to the tutorial, there are seven main game modes : "Tournament", "Simplified", "Deathmatch", "Race arms", "Demolka", "Flying Scout", "Wing" and "Danger Zone". The gameplay in CS: GO focuses mainly on the "Tournament" mode . Two five-man teams fight each other in this mode. The choice of the page (anti-terrorists / terrorists) is random, and after playing 15 rounds, the teams are changed places. The match consists of 30 rounds and ends with one of the teams winning 16 rounds or a draw (15:15). Depending on the scenario of the map, teams have specific tasks to perform. Matches played in the "Tournament" mode affect the player's rank, representing the level of his skills. In the game there are 18 ranks from "Silver I" to "World Elite". The use of the ranking system is intended to search for matches appropriate to the player's skill level. The rank is assigned to the player after winning 10 games in the "Tournament" mode. The effectiveness of the player in the matches and his final result determines the promotion or degradation from the rank. In professional tournaments, modified tournament mode configurations are used, in which the main difference is the inability to end a match with a draw. In the case of achieving the 15-15 result, six-round overtime is played with a change of sides after 3 rounds. The match is won by the team that will win 4 rounds in extra time. In the event of a tie in extra time, additional matches are automatically added to the match until the outcome of the match is resolved.
CS: GO is the initials of the Valve company proposal that refers to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. It is a franchise game that revolutionized the world of video games in 1999 with multiplayer confrontations between police and terrorists.
The classic Counter-Strike, which would be a top seller for years, needed a new version and this is why CS: GO arrived. The new game expands the game mode offerings and adds maps, weapons and characters. For nostalgics, the title also retains some classics from its previous installment such as the historic Dust 2 map.
CS: GO can be downloaded for free from the Steam computer games portal, and also offers an extra paid version for those who want to get exclusive content. Those players who get the premium package will be able to choose to play only among users who have the same version.
Ratings and reviews
Pros & Cons
Pros
- The game is easy to use
- Very good price
- Diversity of weapons
- Addictive gameplay that has many fans
Cons
- Cheaters and unstable servers for tournament matches
- People playing this game can be annoying
Tips
3 Tricks for CS: GO you didn't know
| Trick | Description |
|---|---|
1Stationary Grenade Throws for Accuracy | Many players move while throwing grenades, reducing accuracy. Practice stationary grenade throws to achieve more consistent results. Use map reference points. |
2Specific Sound Cues for Enemy Positions | Pay close attention to the different footsteps (concrete, wood, metal), weapon reloading sounds, and grenade pulls. These audio cues can provide valuable information about enemy position and intentions. |
3Use Dust2 as a Training Map | Dust2 is one of the most iconic maps, and it is perfect for practicing aim, movement and basic strategy. Play on this map to sharpen your gameplay. |
Direct competitor: Valorant
Valorant is a tactical first-person shooter developed by Riot Games, known for its agents with unique abilities and focus on teamplay.
| Feature |  CS: GO | Valorant |
|---|---|---|
| User Interface | Functional and clean. | Modern and stylized. |
| Game Modes | Classic with a focus on Counter-Strike mechanics. | More diverse with different agents and abilities. |
| Performance | Well optimized, runs smoothly even on older systems. | Can be more resource-intensive on lower-end systems. |
| Price | Base game requires purchase. Skins and cases available for purchase. | Playable at no cost but with in-app transactions for cosmetic items. |
| Customer Support | Standard customer support with ticket system. | Good customer support with fast response times. |