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Counter-Strike

PC

The original Counter-Strike, which began as a Half-Life mod and became the foundation of competitive shooters. Terrorists and counter-terrorists face off in short rounds on classic maps such as Dust II. Today it is mostly played for nostalgia; Counter-Strike 2 is the modern successor.

A piece of gaming history that laid the groundwork for esports shooters.

Tactical shooterClassicMultiplayerCompetitive

IGDB

77%

770 ratings

Steam:

96%

169,780 reviews

Fits you if

you want to experience where it all started.

Skip it if

you want a modern, active game – choose Counter-Strike 2.

Availability

Where to play

Steam

$9.99

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Facts

Platforms
PC
Release date
November 9, 2000
Length
About 15 hours
Difficulty
3/5 (estimated)
Modes
Solo only
Text in your language
Yes
Steam Deck
Playable
Microtransactions
None

Frequently asked questions

How long is Counter-Strike?
About 15 hours to finish the main story.
Which platforms is Counter-Strike on?
Counter-Strike is available on PC.
Does Counter-Strike have co-op?
No, Counter-Strike is single-player only.
Does Counter-Strike run on Steam Deck?
Playable
What does Counter-Strike cost?
$9.99 on Steam.

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