Shooter · 2000
Counter-Strike
Counter-Strike franchise started in back in 2000. Originated as a mod for Half-Life, the developers were signed by Valve Corporation thus beginning the franchise that exists to this very day. Having no particular plot or story at all, Counter-Strike was a competitive game mostly used as PvP. With new physics and a…
Key facts
- Released
- 1 November 2000
- Genre
- Shooter · Action
- Length
- ≈ 15 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Multiplayer · Couch
- Platforms
- PC · Xbox
- Studio
- Valve Software, Turtle Rock Studios
- Publisher
- Valve, Sierra On-Line
- Critics
- Metacritic 88
- Steam reviews
- 97% positive (250,245 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 88 — critics loved it
- A 2000 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Counter-Strike?
Expect about 15 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Counter-Strike with friends?
Yes: Counter-Strike can be played solo, together on one screen and in competitive multiplayer.
What platforms is Counter-Strike on?
Counter-Strike is available on PC and Xbox.
Is Counter-Strike a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 88. On Steam, 97% positive (250,245 reviews).
What games are like Counter-Strike?
In the same spirit: Team Fortress Classic, Left 4 Dead 2 and Counter-Strike: Source.
