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Counter-Strike

The original competitive FPS and grandfather of esports. Counter-Strike 2 (2023) replaced CS:GO with updated visuals on the Source 2 engine. Teams of terrorists and counter-terrorists compete in bomb defusal and hostage rescue scenarios.

Developer: Valve
Publisher: Valve
Latest Release: Counter-Strike 2

Why It Matters

Counter-Strike is the oldest active major esport and remains hugely popular. The CS Major is one of esports' most prestigious events.

Notable Titles

▸CS:GO (2012–2023)
▸Counter-Strike 2 (2023–present)