Will Counter-Strike 2 be a free game?

❘ Published: 2023-03-23T14:46:06

❘ Updated: 2023-03-23T14:46:10

Players who want to jump into Counter-Strike 2 when it’s available are wondering if the game will be free.

Valve’s announcement of the long-awaited sequel to the classic shooter has thrilled fans, who are already in awe of all the new and modern features coming to Counter-Strike.

From completely revamped maps to volumetric smoke grenades and the removal of tick rate impact, Valve has given players a worthy new entry into the competitive shooter genre.

However, for gamers who are used to the free-to-play model of games like Valorant, there are concerns about whether or not Counter-Strike 2 will be as cheap.

Will Counter-Strike 2 be free when it launches?

Counter-Strike 2 is a free update to the existing game Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. All CS:GO owners will be able to play Counter-Strike 2 for free at launch.

If you’re not a CS:GO player, but interested in getting into the game with a sequel to come, don’t worry. CS:GO is also a free game that can be downloaded on Steam.

In short, there is no upfront cost for those who want to tackle Counter-Strike 2 at launch, but there will be the opportunity to make in-game purchases.

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Weapon skins will carry over from CS:GO to CS2

For example, players can purchase weapon skins in CS:GO, and can even trade or resell them!

And if you’re one of those who’s already spent your hard-earned money on a look you love in CS:GO, you don’t have to worry. Valve has confirmed that all existing skins and cosmetics that players have purchased in CS:GO will carry over to Counter-Strike 2, with some minor visual improvements!