Be On The Lookout For: How Counter Strike Global Is Gaining Ground, And What We Can Do About It
Counter Strike Global Offensive 2
Counter strike global offensive 2, a major upgrade of the game currently available, is now available. Valve is bringing the popular FPS to their more modern Source 2 engine.
Touchstone maps will undergo minor changes to readability and lighting, while upgraded maps will receive an overhaul that includes Source 2's physically-based rendering.
Many gameplay improvements are in the works, including sub-tick updates which will reduce the dependence on tick rates to calculate precision actions.
Gameplay
Counter-Strike Global Offensive is the latest installment in the wildly popular Counter-Strike series, and has the same gameplay that has defined the genre. It was created using Valve's Source 2 engine, and has high-resolution textures, real time lighting, and physics. It has been updated with new weapons and gameplay features.
The game features 34 weapons, 19 of which are exclusive to the new version. Many of them are replacements for old weapons while others have been redesigned with unique roles and features.
Some of the most significant changes are centered on the weapons themselves. The SCAR-L was replaced by the new weapon, which has more power and range and the AK-128 received an updated barrel to improve accuracy. Other weapons are being tweaked too including the M4A1 and the sniper rifles.
A number of the maps have been updated to work with CS:GO 2. Overpass has been redesigned to make use of the new Source 2 engine, while other maps such as Dust II have been carefully updated. In addition to the new maps, the game will feature many other new features. For example the game's interface has been upgraded and a brand new Item Workshop will allow players to design their own items.
Another significant modification is the game's Faction system. While the first version of the game offered a choice between two factions, Counter-Strike 2 will offer an array of T and CT models to pick from. The server's design is now based on sub-ticks updates. This means that servers can analyze the world at very small intervals, such as when players move or fire guns.
Since its launch in 2012, CS:GO has become one of the most played games on Steam with an estimated 11 million players playing each month. It also has a thriving Esports scene, with teams competing in various leagues and tournaments. The Valve-sponsored Major Championships are the most important, in which the top teams compete to win large prize pools.
Weapons
Counter-Strike Global Offensive is a game that focuses on armed combat. With over 35 weapons available, players can choose their primary weapon from a wide range of options. The equipment that players use, like armor, a CT defuse kit and grenades, plays a big role in the overall match strategy.
Each weapon has its own strengths and weaknesses. The AWP is an example. It is a superb weapon for snipers that can destroy armored enemies up to the knees, but it can also be expensive and has a slower firing rate. The SCAR-20 is, in contrast, a rifle with high scoped accuracy, but it can take a long time to reload and can dramatically slow down a player's speed of movement.
The new weapons in CS:GO include some modifications to how they appear. For instance, the HE explosive now explodes in a more realistic fashion and molotov cocktails' smoke or incendiary grenades looks more real. This makes it easier for the enemy to locate an individual.
The weapons in CS:GO can be purchased from the buy zone that is located at each team's designated spawn point. Players can buy any weapon in the game including knives and pistols. Players can spend money to upgrade their weapons. The game now offers a new menu for players to shop more conveniently.
A few months after the game's release, Valve released a few updates to improve the gameplay of the game. cs2 cases in the game has been upgraded with new features that block the use of offensive messages and spam. The UI for buying items has also been revamped, and now utilizes grid-based layout.
The game has also been improved with a new anti-cheat system that includes spectating and bans. The team who loses a round will be penalized, however, those who commit an offense will be suspended for a long time. In addition to these changes, Valve has added a few tweaks to the game's gameplay to make the game more enjoyable.
Maps
The Counter-Strike franchise is known for its maps and the skill required to master the game. Each map requires years and sometimes decades of effort to develop into the pinnacle of first-person shooter design for competitive play. The maps in reserve and active pools are the most important part of the game to learn because they help you understand the game's mechanics better and give you more tools to play it.
Mirage was introduced by Valve in 2013 and is a popular CSGO Map that is part of the Active Pool. Mirage is renowned for its balance on both sides of the battle as well as high levels of skill for teams who are looking to improve their coordination. The map is used in all esports and major championships for CSGO.
Nuke is a classic CSGO defusal map, which is popular with both casual and professional players. The map has seen the apprehension of a few revisions over the years, but it remains one of the most strategically complex maps in the game. The map's unique layout requires to be considered from every angle and has more ways to beat your opponent than any other map.
Overpass is a newer CSGO map that was introduced in the Winter Offensive Update in 2013. The popularity of the map has increased since its introduction and it has made several appearances at major championships and Esports competitions. The map is tiny but is full of options. From the long outer of the A site to the narrow corners of B site.
Vertigo has been added to the CSGO Active pool for 2019 and has impressed everyone who have played it. It has replaced one of the most popular maps in CSGO, but it is well-received by the players. The map is a bit CT in its slant, but that doesn't stop it from being among the most popular choices in queues. Canals run through the map, which is an interesting feature. They add a nice element to the map, which makes it stand out from many other CSGO maps that are heavy on long outsides.
Updates
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive has been in existence for 10 years however it was in dire need of an update. Fans had been expecting an Source 2 beta for CS:GO for a while and Valve confirmed that the test is starting today. The studio has promised that it would be the "largest technological leap for the game" with an overhaul to all aspects of the experience.
The most noticeable modification is the switch from Source 2 to a graphics engine which provides an immersive visual experience. New lighting particles, particle systems, and a greater emphasis on making bullets accessible from a distance are all parts of this. The switch to the latest engine has also led to the redesign of several maps which include a revamped version of Italy and Overpass.
But, most importantly, Valve's upgrade is meant to improve the way that the server's architecture and tick rates handle gameplay actions. The switch to 128 tick servers should make a big difference in both the responsiveness of the game and its graphics quality. Valve promises that the change will be an "remarkable improvement" and will make CS:GO feel more responsive than ever before.
Players can anticipate a number of gameplay improvements in addition to the graphical changes. Smoke grenades, for example will now be 3D objects that are volumetric in the game world that can be used to alter the appearance of the viewlines. Valve says that the upgrade to the server architecture of the game will allow for sub tick updates. This should provide a smoother and more precise experience.
Anyone who is interested can test the updated version of the game by logging onto the test version, which will be accessible to a select group of players depending on a variety of factors, including recent playtime and Steam account standing. Valve states that the cosmetics they collect in the current version of CSGO will be transferred to the updated version which is expected to launch this summer. Esports Insider reached out to BLAST - the largest CS:GO Tournament organizer - to inquire whether they'll offer an older version of their leagues until the update is released.