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Counter-Strike 2
ActionFree To PlayFree to Play
Live Statistics
Playing Now
813,751
24h Peak
1,597,285
Hours Played (24h)
23,555K
30-Day Population Trend
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Active
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Monthly Statistics
| Month | Avg Players | Peak | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12 | 991,176 | 1,620,137 | 1.0% |
| 2025-11 | 981,482 | 1,597,285 | 3.5% |
| 2025-10 | 948,244 | 1,588,091 | 2.4% |
| 2025-09 | 925,940 | 1,571,060 | 0.3% |
| 2025-08 | 928,429 | 1,502,245 | 0.9% |
| 2025-07 | 920,069 | 1,427,300 | 8.9% |
| 2025-06 | 1,010,123 | 1,725,815 | 2.7% |
| 2025-05 | 1,038,596 | 1,712,216 | 0.7% |
| 2025-04 | 1,045,701 | 1,811,827 | 0.6% |
| 2025-03 | 1,039,662 | 1,818,368 | 3.6% |
| 2025-02 | 1,003,570 | 1,783,434 | 9.8% |
| 2025-01 | 914,092 | 1,594,016 | - |
Data sourced from Steam. Updated daily.
About Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
A free upgrade to CS:GO, Counter-Strike 2 marks the largest technical leap in Counter-Strike’s history. Built on the Source 2 engine, Counter-Strike 2 is modernized with realistic physically-based rendering, state of the art networking, and upgraded Community Workshop tools.
In addition to the classic objective-focused gameplay that Counter-Strike pioneered in 1999, Counter-Strike 2 features:
A free upgrade to CS:GO, Counter-Strike 2 marks the largest technical leap in Counter-Strike’s history. Built on the Source 2 engine, Counter-Strike 2 is modernized with realistic physically-based rendering, state of the art networking, and upgraded Community Workshop tools.
In addition to the classic objective-focused gameplay that Counter-Strike pioneered in 1999, Counter-Strike 2 features:
- All-new CS Ratings with the updated Premier mode
- Global and Regional leaderboards
- Upgraded and overhauled maps
- Game-changing dynamic smoke grenades
- Tick-rate-independent gameplay
- Redesigned visual effects and audio
- All items from CS:GO moving forward to CS2
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:How many people play Counter-Strike 2 right now?
There are currently 813,751 players playing Counter-Strike 2 right now, with a 24-hour peak of 1,597,285 players.
Q:Is Counter-Strike 2 still popular in 2026?
Yes, Counter-Strike 2 is very popular in 2026 with 813,751 concurrent players and an active community.
Q:Is Counter-Strike 2 dead?
No, Counter-Strike 2 is far from dead! With 813,751 players online right now, the game has a thriving community.
Q:Is Counter-Strike 2 free to play?
Yes! Counter-Strike 2 is completely free to play. You can download it from Steam at no cost.
Q:What platforms is Counter-Strike 2 available on?
Counter-Strike 2 is available on Windows PC, Linux.
Quick Stats
Playing Now813,751
24h Peak1,597,285
30-Day Avg909,265
30-Day Peak1,818,368
Monthly Change1.0%
Game Info
DeveloperValve
PublisherValve
Release Date21 Aug, 2012
Platforms
WindowsLinux
PriceFree to Play
Genres
ActionFree To Play
Features
Multi-playerCross-Platform MultiplayerSteam Trading CardsSteam WorkshopIn-App PurchasesAdjustable Text SizeCamera ComfortColor Alternatives
Steam App ID: 730