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Hidden & Dangerous 2
Hidden & Dangerous 2Tactical WWII squad action with deep stealth and strategic combat
Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2The definitive tactical 5v5 competitive shooter.
Overview
Description

Hidden & Dangerous 2 puts you in command of an elite WWII squad, blending intense firefights with meticulous stealth tactics. Lead your team through diverse missions across Europe, using authentic weapons and period‑accurate environments. The game offers both a gripping single‑player campaign and robust multiplayer modes, including co‑op missions that demand coordination and strategic planning, delivering a rich historical warfare experience.

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
Paid (One-time)
Free-to-Play

Free-to-play; monetized via cosmetic skins.

Category
Action & Shooter
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of tactical WWII shooters
Competitive and tactical FPS players
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$29.99
release date
2003-10-21
Specifications
developer
Illusion Softworks
publisher
Take-Two Interactive, Gathering of Developers, Global Star Software
age rating
ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
86/100
platforms
PC
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep tactical squad control
  • Authentic WWII weapons and settings
  • Robust co‑op and multiplayer options
  • Highly replayable mission design
  • Pure skill-based gunplay
  • Free to play
  • Huge esports scene
  • Timeless 5v5 formula
Cons
  • Aged graphics compared to modern titles
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Occasional AI pathfinding glitches
  • Steep learning curve
  • Cheating in some ranks
  • Toxic matchmaking at times
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
9
User rating
Not enough data
4.5 (4)

What reviewers say

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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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