‘CS:GO’ players to receive free ‘Counter-Strike 2’ upgrade this summer, according to Engadget

Gamers around the world will have their trigger fingers at the ready as the highly anticipated ‘Counter-Strike 2’ is set for release this summer. The game’s creators, Valve Corporation, have announced that the game will be a free upgrade for existing ‘CS:GO’ players, bringing new features and enhancements to the popular first-person shooter franchise. With an ever-growing community of players, ‘Counter-Strike 2’ is poised to be one of the most anticipated game releases of the year.


Valve has revealed the limited beta version of Counter-Strike 2, confirming the rumours. The studio has promised to overhaul every part of the Counter-Strike experience including content and systems, moving it to the latest version of its in-house Source 2 engine, improving graphical fidelity. The game will feature sharper textures, better lighting and additional geometry. Counter-Strike 2 is taking a three-tier approach to level design, leaving maps like Dust 2 almost untouched while fully overhauling others. The move to Source 2 brings gameplay enhancements with smoke grenades now volumetric 3D objects, enhancing gameplay elements.


In conclusion, the arrival of Counter-Strike 2 as a free upgrade for ‘CS:GO’ is an exciting development for fans of the beloved game. With improved graphics, better game mechanics, and a slew of new features, players can look forward to an enhanced gaming experience that will surely satisfy their competitive urges. So get ready to gear up and dive back into the world of Counter-Strike with Counter-Strike 2, coming to your screens this summer!