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{{Cs2|4}} (also colloquially referred to as '''Counter-Strike Source 2''' or '''CS:GO Source 2''') is an upcoming video game being developed by [[Valve]]. <span class="plainlinks">[https://steamcommunity.com/games/CSGO/announcements/detail/3716071937633222893 Announced]</span> on March 22, it is planned for a Summer 2023 release. The game is a remaster of {{csgo|4|nt=1}} with new graphics, new contents and technical improvements. It is being developed in Valve’s own {{Source2|3.1}} engine, the successor to {{Source|3.1}}. Prior to its release, Valve has been, and currently adding users via {{csgo|4}}'s Gamemenu to the playtest. | {{Cs2|4}} (also colloquially referred to as '''Counter-Strike Source 2''' or '''CS:GO Source 2''') is an upcoming video game being developed by [[Valve]]. <span class="plainlinks">[https://steamcommunity.com/games/CSGO/announcements/detail/3716071937633222893 Announced]</span> on March 22, it is planned for a Summer 2023 release. The game is a remaster of {{csgo|4|nt=1}} with new graphics, new contents and technical improvements. It is being developed in Valve’s own {{Source2|3.1}} engine, the successor to {{Source|3.1}}. Prior to its release, Valve has been, and currently adding users via {{csgo|4}}'s Gamemenu to the playtest. | ||
{{Warning|Recently there have been phishing attempts in the form of live streams or tweets (X/Twitter posts) linking to a website impersonating Valve's official page https://counter-strike.net/cs2/ and claiming to offer free CS2 beta testing, abusing the hype. Read URLs carefully, make sure it is Secure (HTTPS), check the fake Windows titlebar showing a window asking you to login to your Steam account, do not log in any website with your Steam account carelessly and report the source (or the user who post phishing CS2 link) if possible.<br><br> If you want to get Counter-Strike 2, make sure you have | {{Warning|Recently there have been phishing attempts in the form of live streams or tweets (X/Twitter posts) linking to a website impersonating Valve's official page https://counter-strike.net/cs2/ and claiming to offer free CS2 beta testing, abusing the hype. Read URLs carefully, make sure it is Secure (HTTPS), check the fake Windows titlebar showing a window asking you to login to your Steam account, do not log in any website with your Steam account carelessly and report the source (or the user who post phishing CS2 link) if possible.<br><br> If you want to get Counter-Strike 2, make sure you have CS:GO Prime Status, active Competitive Skill Group, play the majority of official matchmaking games, along with all previous requirements, then wait. Valve will eventually give you access to Counter-Strike 2.}} | ||
== Restricted playtest == | == Restricted playtest == | ||
Previously, Valve only accepts players based off their recent playtime on Valve official servers, trust factor, and Steam account standing. | |||
This was later expanded to all players, as long they have CS:GO Prime Status, an active Competitive Skill Group, and play the majority of their official matchmaking games in one of the regions where the Limited Test is available. | |||
The available maps and game modes have changed over the past months. All of these can or could be played online as well as offline with bots. Maps that are no longer available may still be in the game files and can be played offline. Future versions of limited test releases will offer other game modes, maps, and features. | The available maps and game modes have changed over the past months. All of these can or could be played online as well as offline with bots. Maps that are no longer available may still be in the game files and can be played offline. Future versions of limited test releases will offer other game modes, maps, and features. | ||
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| Deathmatch, Unranked Competitive<sup>(Anubis only, soon Ancient only)</sup>, Casual | | Deathmatch, Unranked Competitive<sup>(Anubis only, soon Ancient only)</sup>, Casual | ||
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| August 15 | | August 15 | ||
| {{CsgoMap|cs_italy|Italy}} ({{mono|cs_italy}}) | | {{CsgoMap|cs_italy|Italy}} ({{mono|cs_italy}}) | ||
| Casual | | Casual | ||
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| August 31 '''''(current)''''' | |||
| {{CsgoMap|de_inferno|Inferno}} ({{mono|de_inferno}}) | |||
| All {{confirm}} | |||
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Revision as of 07:21, 1 September 2023
Counter-Strike 2 (also colloquially referred to as Counter-Strike Source 2 or CS:GO Source 2) is an upcoming video game being developed by Valve. Announced on March 22, it is planned for a Summer 2023 release. The game is a remaster of 
CS:GO with new graphics, new contents and technical improvements. It is being developed in Valve’s own Source 2 engine, the successor to Source. Prior to its release, Valve has been, and currently adding users via Counter-Strike: Global Offensive's Gamemenu to the playtest.
Warning:Recently there have been phishing attempts in the form of live streams or tweets (X/Twitter posts) linking to a website impersonating Valve's official page https://counter-strike.net/cs2/ and claiming to offer free CS2 beta testing, abusing the hype. Read URLs carefully, make sure it is Secure (HTTPS), check the fake Windows titlebar showing a window asking you to login to your Steam account, do not log in any website with your Steam account carelessly and report the source (or the user who post phishing CS2 link) if possible.If you want to get Counter-Strike 2, make sure you have CS:GO Prime Status, active Competitive Skill Group, play the majority of official matchmaking games, along with all previous requirements, then wait. Valve will eventually give you access to Counter-Strike 2.
Restricted playtest
Previously, Valve only accepts players based off their recent playtime on Valve official servers, trust factor, and Steam account standing.
This was later expanded to all players, as long they have CS:GO Prime Status, an active Competitive Skill Group, and play the majority of their official matchmaking games in one of the regions where the Limited Test is available.
The available maps and game modes have changed over the past months. All of these can or could be played online as well as offline with bots. Maps that are no longer available may still be in the game files and can be played offline. Future versions of limited test releases will offer other game modes, maps, and features.
| Date in 2023 | Available Maps | Game Modes |
|---|---|---|
| March 23th |  Dust 2 (de_dust2)
|
Deathmatch, Unranked Competitive |
| June 6th |  Mirage (de_mirage)
|
Deathmatch, Unranked Competitive |
| June 29th |  Nuke (de_nuke) and  Office (cs_office)
|
Deathmatch, Unranked Competitive, Casual |
| July 17th |  Overpass (de_overpass) and  Vertigo (de_vertigo)
|
Deathmatch, Unranked Competitive, Casual, Wingman(Overpass only) |
| August 2nd |  Anubis (de_anubis) and  Ancient (de_ancient)
|
Deathmatch, Unranked Competitive(Anubis only, soon Ancient only), Casual |
| August 15 |  Italy (cs_italy)
|
Casual |
| August 31 (current) |  Inferno (de_inferno)
|
All [confirm] |
The Workshop Tools are now available for all users who have access to the Limited Test build.
Bug reports
Please send bug report at cs2team@valvesoftware.com and title your email: "CS2LT Bug - " followed by a brief description of the bug.
For example; "CS2LT Bug - Stuck in ground on Dust2". This will help Valve triage, evaluate, and solve bugs quicker.
For more information, see this Tweet.
Gallery
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See Also
External links
- Website
- Updates & Patch Notes (may contain both CS:GO and CS2)
- About playtest. https://steamcommunity.com/faqs/steam-help/view/5ED2-ED8E-81F4-0C18