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Counter-Strike 2: 5 questions with answers about Valve’s surprise announcement
Valve’s big announcement for Counter-Strike 2 has fans from all over the world wondering what’s new and interesting about this peculiar and unexpected sequel.
This Wednesday, Valve dropped a bombshell with the announcement of Counter-Strike 2, and and despite the fact that it had been rumored in recent weeks, it was still a complete surprise. Thus, one of the most popular shooters in history will have a new phase starting this summer, although some players can already play it in advance.
As is to be expected, an announcement of this magnitude leaves us with a large number of questions, of which we are going to answer 5 that are already total certainties.
How long will I be able to play Counter Strike 2?
As we said before, the launch of Counter Strike 2 is scheduled for this summer, although a limited number of players are already having access to the new version. They are not chosen randomly, but instead based on criteria ranging from their recent playing time to a trust factor. In fact, any of us could be one of those players, and have an invite in the main player menu. Little by little more players will be added to this preview.
How much does it change from CS: GO?
Counter Strike 2 has improved visually, sure, but there are also multiple playable mechanics that have been equally improved or changed. There are several changes in smoke grenades, for example, in addition to movement, water, and physics... Meanwhile, there are maps like Overpass that have been redone from scratch, and in the case of others, they have experienced "only ” a visual enhancement.
If it's a new game... will I have to buy it?
Not at all. Valve has announced that Counter-Strike 2 will be a free update for those who already own Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, which is also free to play. However, there is a "premium" version with exclusive objects, and that can be purchased on Steam for about $14.99.
Will I be able to keep my skins?
Yes, all the skins that we have in CS: GO will remain in Counter-Strike 2, and not only that, but they will experience a visual improvement.
If I got banned from CS:GO... will I be able to play Counter Strike 2?
No. At least not on official servers. All bans from Counter-Strike: Global Offensive will continue to be banned in Counter-Strike 2.