Counter-Strike 2
About Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2, or CS2 for short, is a tactical first-person shooter game developed by Valve. It is the 5th game in the Counter-Strike series. Using the Source 2 game engine, the game was released on Steam on Windows and Linux platforms as a free upgrade for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive on September 27, 2023. It is the newest game in the Counter-Strike series in 10 years. Counter-Strike 2, Global Offensive's especially outdated graphics, which players constantly complain about; Server Developed to revamp and improve Tickrate, Anti-Cheat system, and outdated mechanics and physics, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is a new game added with an update on top of the game.
Counter-Strike 2 System Requirements
Minimum System Requirements
Recommended System Requirements
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| Graphics Card (GPU) | Estimated FPS |
|---|---|
| RTX 4090 | 609 |
| RTX 4070 SUPER | 485 |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 397 |
| RTX 3060 | 358 |
| GTX 1660 SUPER | 290 |
Calculated at 1080p · High settings, with Ryzen 7 7700X held constant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Counter-Strike 2 system requirements?
Minimum System Requirements: 1 GB VRAM, Intel Core i5-750 / AMD Phenom II X4, 8 GB. Recommended System Requirements: NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580, Intel Core i5-7500 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 12 GB.
How many FPS will Counter-Strike 2 run at, and can my PC handle it?
The fastest way to find out for sure is the free FPS Driver calculator above — pick your hardware and see an estimated FPS for Counter-Strike 2 in seconds.
What's the difference between minimum and recommended requirements?
Minimum requirements are the least hardware needed to run the game at its lowest settings, usually around 30 FPS. Recommended requirements are the hardware suggested for a smoother experience at medium-high settings, typically around 60 FPS.
How can I get more FPS in Counter-Strike 2?
Keep your graphics card drivers up to date, lower a few graphics settings (shadows, reflections, draw distance), close unnecessary background apps, and try disabling V-Sync. If you're considering a hardware upgrade: Hardware By Game