Counter-Strike 2 is official, and fans of Valve’s tactical team-based shooter won’t have long to wait to get their hands on the evolution of CS:GO. A major revamp that combines familiar gameplay with slick new technologies, Counter-Strike 2 is still in its early phase of testing before a wider release rolls out. Even at this phase, Valve has shared plenty of details on the game and what’s changing on the battlefield, all of which we’ve gathered below for a quick rundown on what to expect when Counter-Strike 2 launches.
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Counter-Strike 2 release date
For now, Valve is aiming to have the sequel out in Summer 2023, but no firm date has been set. A handful of players are helping to fine-tune the experience before launch through a closed beta, which favors players who have logged a significant amount of playtime into CS:GO before Counter-Strike 2 was announced.
Counter-Strike 2 beta access
As mentioned above, Valve is prioritizing veteran players who have sunk plenty of time into CS:GO over the years, have a high trust factor, and are in good standing with their Steam accounts. If you meet those criteria, there’s a good chance that an invite will pop into your inbox eventually as Valve is rolling out beta access over the next few months.