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Counter-Strike vs Counter-Strike: Source
Side by side on what we actually measure: scores and review counts from Steam, price against the lowest we've ever recorded, and peak concurrent players from our own hourly sampling.
Counter-StrikePlay the world's number 1 online action game. Engage in an incredibly realistic brand of terrorist warfare in this wildly popular team-based game. Ally with teammates to complete strategic missions. Take out enemy sites. Rescue hostages. Your role affects your team's success. Your team's success affects your role.
Counter-Strike: SourceCounter-Strike: Source blends Counter-Strike's award-winning teamplay action with the advanced technology of Source™ technology.
| Counter-Strike | Counter-Strike: Source | |
|---|---|---|
| Metacritic | 88/100 | 88/100 |
| Steam reviews | 169,687 | 135,375 |
| Price now | $1.99 (−80%) | $1.99 (−80%) |
| Historic low | $1.99 — that's now | $1.99 — that's now |
| Peak players | 12,328 | 4,079 |
| Playing now | 10,969 | 3,253 |
| Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Platforms | PC | PC |
| Genres | Tactical shooter, First-person shooter | Action |
| Developer | Valve Corporation | Valve |
| Publisher | Nexon | Valve |
| Languages | 7 | 12 |
| Steam Deck | Playable | Playable |
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Steam price for the United States, in dollars, tax excluded.