

Valve calls it “the largest technical leap forward in Counter-Strike’s history,” In part, that means a visual overhaul for Counter-Strike’s classic maps - some of which players have been battling on for 20-plus years. The new Counter-Strike will run on Valve’s Source 2 engine. Valve also published an FAQ about the limited test for CS2, and how to get in. Counter-Strike 2 is coming this summer, Valve announced Wednesday, promising an “overhaul to every system, every piece of content, and every part of the experience.” The announcement comes with three videos of Counter-Strike 2 in action, showing off newly updated maps, dynamic smoke grenades, and “sub-tick updates,” which Valve says offers even more precise server updates.Ī limited test is playable starting today for select Counter-Strike: Global Offensive players.
