Counter-Strike 2
Free-to-play competitive team shooter from Valve, available through Steam.
Last verified: October 2, 2026
Official links
Links go directly to the developer, publisher or authorized store. Welcome Free Tools does not host any files. Official domain: counter-strike.net
Overview
Counter-Strike 2 is a free-to-play tactical first-person shooter developed and published by Valve. It is available through Steam on Windows and Linux and replaced Counter-Strike: Global Offensive.
Players split into two teams, Terrorists and Counter-Terrorists, and compete over rounds. In the main mode, one team tries to plant and detonate a bomb while the other tries to stop them or defuse it. Success depends on accurate shooting, teamwork, map knowledge and managing an in-game economy for weapons and equipment. The game includes Premier mode with a competitive rating, standard Competitive matchmaking, Deathmatch and other casual modes, and it supports a large esports scene.
Counter-Strike 2 is free to play. Valve sells optional items such as weapon cases and cosmetic skins; these do not affect gameplay. Some features, including certain competitive modes and item drops, require a Prime Status upgrade. Install it only through Steam or counter-strike.net.
Features
- Bomb defusal and hostage modes
- Premier mode with competitive rating
- Deathmatch and casual modes
- Large esports scene
- Optional cosmetic items and Prime Status upgrade
System requirements
Information unavailable
Questions and answers
What is Counter-Strike 2?
Free-to-play competitive team shooter from Valve, available through Steam. It is developed by Valve.
Is Counter-Strike 2 free-to-play?
Counter-Strike 2 is listed as: Free-to-play with optional in-app purchases. Pricing can change, so confirm on the official source.
Does Counter-Strike 2 contain in-app purchases?
Yes. The game is free to start, with optional in-app purchases.
Is Counter-Strike 2 available on Android?
Android is not among the platforms listed for Counter-Strike 2. Listed platforms: Linux, Windows.
Does Counter-Strike 2 have a Windows version?
Yes, Windows is a listed platform.
Where is the official Counter-Strike 2 website?
The official website is https://www.counter-strike.net/ (official source verified on October 2, 2026).
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