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With the release of the new version of the legendary Counter-Strike game series, online gaming has increased dramatically. Many new players in the game are just getting acquainted with the game. If you are new to CS 2, then this article is just for you. In it, we will go through the basics of the game and share exciting features with you.
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How to Play CS2: Basics
Counter-Strike is a reasonably easy game to learn, with pretty simple controls and mechanics. The most challenging aspect of the game is shooting. If you know how to shoot in CS 2, you will be no match for any other shooter. And with regards to shooting, CS 2 provides a fairly wide choice.
Weapons
Let’s start with the basic types of weapons: a knife and a pistol. These two weapons differ depending on the side you are playing for. If you play for defense, you can choose one of the basic pistols, P2000 or USP-S. The base pistol on the attack side is the Glock-18. This weapon is given to you at the start of every round for free.
Other types of pistols you must purchase. The cheapest pistol to buy is the P250, and the most expensive pistol in the game is the Desert Eagle. Each side also has its pistol for $500. Five-seveN for special forces and Tec-9 for terrorists, and the CZ75-Auto is also available to both.
The next type of weapon presented in the game is SMG. For example, MP-9, MAC-10, MP-7 etc. Their distinctive feature is a high rate of fire, low damage, and weak recoil. They are quite easy for beginners to shoot since their accuracy in motion is quite high.
There are also shotguns in the game. One feature distinguishes them from each other. The XM1014 has a semi-automatic fire type, and all others are pump-action shotguns with a low rate of fire. Like other realistic shooters, shotguns have high damage at short distances and maser damage at long ranges.
The primary type of weapons in the game are rifles. For the attack side, this is the legendary AK-47. For the defense side, M4A1-S or M4A4 to choose from. This is the weapon all players play with, and mastering rifle shooting is integral for beginners. This type of weapon has the highest recoil and damage among automatic guns.
In addition to these rifles, the game also has FAMAS and Galil AR. These are weaker rifles than those mentioned above in terms of performance characteristics. Nevertheless, players also actively use them. They cost less but, correspondingly, less damage.
The most accurate type of weapon presented in the game is a sniper rifle. There are two of them: SSG 08 and AWP. Their main difference is lethality. AWP kills the enemy with one shot to any part of the body except the legs. On the other hand, SSG removes health points from 40 to 90 when hit but also costs $4050 less.
Also, in CS 2, there are machine guns, but they are practically not used in the game. But if you want to have some fun, all you need to know about machine guns is to release the fire button when the cartridges run out.
Try to play with all types of weapons and choose the one that suits you. You can immediately start with guns that are difficult to master or with simpler ones here the choice is yours. The main thing is not to shoot at your allies!
Maps/Game Modes
The game has many game modes. Among them, Deathmatch is a one-against-all mode. The one who scores the most points for kills will win it. Ten cards are available to play in this mode. Here, players often warm up before entering ranked games.
Casual mode is non-ranked matchmaking in which players are divided into two teams and play against each other. It is difficult for beginners to play here since the teams have many players, and there is total madness on the map. But it’s an excellent way to study some maps.
Now, let’s move on to the rating mode. It is divided into three types of Wingman or two-on-two mode, Competitive and Premier. Each of them has its rating system. All modes are played on eight maps. The only difference in Wingman mode is that the maps are shortened since so much space is unnecessary for the four players on the server.
The five-on-five match is the primary type of game mode in CS 2. Increase your game level to increase your rating. Each victory leads to an increase in rating, and each loss leads to a decrease. You can see how your rating has changed at the end of the match.
Rounds
Matches in CS 2 are divided into rounds. Each round lasts 115 seconds and ends if one of the teams has lost all its fighters, after a bomb explodes/disarms, or when time runs out.
Each round begins with a fifteen-second period during which you must purchase the necessary equipment and weapons.
The match lasts 26 rounds or until one of the teams reaches 13 round wins. You receive money to buy items in the next round for both victory and defeat. In rating modes, there is the possibility of draws or overtime (if the teams have an equal number of rounds at the end of the match, the game continues).
Now that we’ve figured out how the game works, let’s move on to valuable features for beginners.
CS2 Beginner Tips
The first thing you need to do is configure the game to ensure maximum performance. We already have an article on this topic, so we recommend you use it to set up CS 2. This is necessary for a more convenient game and a pleasant experience.
The second helpful feature for beginners is shelter. Please don’t stand in open areas because it will be very easy to kill you. Try to occupy such places that you can safely reload your weapon or retreat in case of a trap.
Third, use headphones and a microphone. Learn to hear the sounds of footsteps and determine the direction from which they are coming. This valuable skill will help you always prepare for a skirmish with your opponent. Also, communicate with the team, and if you need help understanding something, feel free to ask other players.
Learn the mechanics of shooting and movement. These are the two most important aspects of this shooter. This is best learned through practice, so feel free to start looking for a match. If you encounter inappropriate teammates, you can mute them and continue to play calmly.
To Sum Up
CS 2 is not the most challenging game in terms of gameplay, but it will take hundreds of hours to learn how to play well. It’s all about practice and honing your skills. The more you play, the better you get at it. To make it easier for you to adapt to CS 2, follow the news on our blog. Here, we constantly post helpful information and guides for CS players.
FAQ
Regarding initial learning, CS 2 is a reasonably simple game anyone can play.
To learn how to play CS 2 well, you must practice a lot: train shooting, jumping, learning positions on different maps, and other aspects of the game.
There is no specific amount of time, it depends on the player himself. Some only need 100 hours, while others need 800 or more. It all depends on how often you play and with what breaks.
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