Everything You Need to Know About Counter-Strike 2, from the exit windows to the fancy volumetric smoke technology, here's everything you need to know about Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 is official, and fans of Valve's tactical team-based shooter won't have to wait long to get their hands on the evolution of CS:GO. A major refresh that combines familiar gameplay with stylish new technologies, Counter-Strike 2 is still in the early testing phase before a wider release is released. Even at this stage, Valve shared a lot of details about what has changed in the game and on the battlefield; We've put it all together below for a quick rundown of what you can expect when Counter-Strike 2 launches.
Counter-Strike 2 release date
Valve is currently aiming for the sequel to release in Summer 2023, but no firm date has been set. A handful of gamers are helping fine-tune the experience before launch through a closed beta that favors players who saved a significant amount of playtime in CS:GO before Counter-Strike 2 was announced.
Counter-Strike 2 beta access
As noted above, Valve prioritizes experienced players who have spent a lot of time in CS:GO over the years, have a high trust factor, and are in good standing with their Steam accounts. If you meet these criteria, there's a good chance that an invite will eventually land in your inbox, as Valve will be offering beta access in the next few months.
Can I move my CS:GO items to Counter-Strike 2?
Good news for those of you who have accumulated inventory of costumes for your arsenal over the years, according to Valve, "you can bring all your CS:GO inventory with you to Counter-Strike 2". As an added bonus, thanks to Source 2, every skin will look better than ever, giving them a current-gen polish that will make you admire their heightened glory.
How do tick rates change in Counter-Strike 2?
Tick rates, a crucial factor in determining how often the server is updated to reflect in-game actions such as movement and shooting, are fine-tuned in Counter-Strike 2 with sub-tick updates. According to Valve, this means that “tick speed no longer matters for moving, shooting or throwing” and will be almost instantaneous once you take any action. This new technology aims to level the playing field for all players and create a fair environment for online competition.
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How do maps change in Counter-Strike 2?
Expect many of your favorite maps to be tweaked, as Valve says these changes can fall into one of three categories when the game switches to the Source 2 engine. Touchstone maps will remain almost identical to their CS:GO roots, and the only real change here will be the implementation of fancy new lighting tech to make them shine in Source 2. Yes, Dust2 is one of those classics that will remain untouched.
Upgraded Maps include visual improvements to their texture, materials, and lighting, and remain unchanged in their layout and design. Reworked Maps are new levels in Source 2 that have been completely rebuilt from the ground up and all the fancy visual upgrades from the Source 2 engine have been applied. While these maps are mostly the same, expect a few extra objects and other technical upgrades to set them apart.
Smoke bombs overhauled
We expect smoke bombs for Counter-Strike 2 to be more dynamic and useful than ever before. Valve says it uses a new "volumetric smoke" technology that will interact with the environment and respond to lighting, gunfire and explosions. Smoke grenades have long been an essential part of every player's arsenal in CS:GO, as they can obscure sight lines, create deadly lane blockages, and help teams get to the optimum position while covering their tracks. As Valve explains in a short video dump, smoke grenades not only provide more tactical opportunities; It “looks and plays better” in Counter-Strike 2.
How much will Counter-Strike 2 cost?
You can buy Counter-Strike 2 at no cost when it's officially released. The original game is free to play and Counter-Strike 2 will be available as a free upgrade for it.
Which platforms will Counter-Strike 2 be available for?
Counter-Strike 2 is a PC-exclusive game for now, and Valve hasn't said anything about console ports yet.
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