Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Shooter • Tactical
2012

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is an upcoming Shooter/Tactical game releasing on PlayStation 3, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows). Scheduled to launch on August 21, 2012.

Developed by Valve, Hidden Path Entertainment and published by Valve.

Release Date: 08/22/2012

Released
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Story

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive expands upon the team-based action gameplay that it pioneered when it was launched 19 years ago. CS: GO features new maps, characters, weapons, and game modes, and delivers updated versions of the classic CS content

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

PlayStation 3LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)MacXbox 360

Genres

ShooterTactical

Developers

  • Valve
  • Hidden Path Entertainment

Publisher

  • Valve

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

First person

Ratings & Reviews

81%
Critic Score
5 reviews
82%
User Score
1217 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

ActionWarfare

Game Modes

Multiplayer

Key Features

modern warfareskill-basedcompetitiveswatfast pacedcounter-terroristssteamspecial forces

Game Engine

Built with Source

Release Information

Primary Release Date

August 21, 2012

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

PlayStation 3

August 21, 2012
North America
August 21, 2012
Worldwide

Linux

August 21, 2012
Worldwide

Mac

August 21, 2012
Worldwide

PC (Microsoft Windows)

August 21, 2012
Worldwide

Xbox 360

August 21, 2012
Worldwide

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
memory:8 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti / AMD RX 570
directx:Version 11
storage:25 GB available space

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 10/11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2070 / AMD RX 6700 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:30 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Counter-Strike: Global Offensive