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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Grand Theft Auto: San AndreasExperience the streets of San Andreas
Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Overview
Description

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is an open-world action-adventure game developed by Rockstar North. The game is set in the fictional state of San Andreas, based on California, and follows the story of Carl Johnson as he returns to his hometown of Los Santos. The game features a vast open world, engaging storyline, and improved gameplay mechanics compared to its predecessors.

Counter-Strike 2 is the free-to-play successor to CS:GO, a tactical 5v5 shooter defined by precise gunplay, economy management, and deep competitive play built on the new Source 2 engine.

Pricing
Free-to-Play

Free-to-play; monetized via cosmetic skins.

Category
Third-Person Shooters
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Mature gamers
Competitive and tactical FPS players
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$19.99
release date
2004-10-26
Specifications
developer
Rockstar North
platforms
Xbox, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Windows Phone, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2
PC
publisher
Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar Games
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 18
multiplayer
Single player, Co-operative
critic score
93/100
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Immersive gameplay
  • Rich storyline
  • Vast open world
  • Improved graphics
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
Cons
  • Steep learning curve
  • Some missions can be frustratingly difficult
  • Limited multiplayer options
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
9
User rating
Not enough data
4.5 (4)

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Counter-Strike 2 Reviews

4.5 (4)
Anonymous

So much fun

Counter-Strike 2 has been my go-to lately. Pure skill-based gunplay. One gripe: steep learning curve. Would recommend.

Anonymous

So much fun

Sunk way too many hours into Counter-Strike 2. Pure skill-based gunplay. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Anonymous

Recommend Counter-Strike 2

Been playing Counter-Strike 2 with friends. Huge esports scene. No real complaints. Would recommend.

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