CS:GO has again broken its record for concurrent PC users, reaching an impressive 1.5 million players earlier today. This achievement has secured CS:GO‘s position as the second-highest game for concurrent players on Steam, with only PUBG Battlegrounds having a higher record of 3.2 million players. Even though the beta tests have started for the sequel, the players don’t even slow down.
CS:GO Breaks Its Current Player Record On Steam Again
Despite its age and the intense competition in the gaming market, CS:GO’s popularity continues to grow. The game has been around for over two decades, but it only recently surpassed its previous record of 1.32 million players last month and 1.4 million players a few weeks ago. It is worth noting that the previous record was set three years ago, during a time when the world was going through a pandemic-induced lockdown.
While fans eagerly anticipated the announcement of Counter-Strike 2, the game’s developer, Valve, surprised players by announcing an upgrade to CS:GO instead. The upgrade, which will launch in the summer of 2023, will be called Counter-Strike 2 and will mark a significant change for the game. The new version will be built on Valve’s Source 2 engine and promises to be the “largest technical leap forward in Counter-Strike’s history.”
With the announcement of Counter-Strike 2, fans eagerly anticipate what the future holds for this popular first-person shooter game. The Source 2 engine promises to improve the game’s visuals and gameplay, giving players a fresh and exciting experience. As the game continues to break its own records for concurrent players, it’s clear that there is still a strong demand for the classic gameplay that CS:GO offers. The launch of Counter-Strike 2 is set to take the game to new heights and ensure its place as a staple in the world of online gaming for years to come.