Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
by Valve • Released 2012
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is a tactical first-person shooter that pits two teams against each other: the Terrorists and the Counter-Terrorists. Each round is won by completing the mission objective or eliminating the opposing team. Known for its high skill ceiling, strategic depth, and competitive integrity, CS:GO has become one of the most popular esports titles in the world.
Monthly Players
25M
Peak Viewership
1.2M peak
2023 Prize Pool
$20,000,000
Tournaments
180+
Competitive Format
team Size
5
round Time
1:55
match Format
Best of 30 rounds (First to 16)
overtime Format
Best of 6 rounds (First to 4)
major Prize Pool
$2,000,000
Active Duty Map Pool
Dust II
The iconic CS:GO map, known for its perfect balance and mid-focused gameplay.
Mirage
A classic three-lane map with numerous strategic possibilities.
Inferno
Tight corridors and crucial chokepoints define this tactical battleground.
Overpass
A unique map with vertical gameplay elements and dynamic bomb sites.
Nuke
Vertical-focused map with a unique two-level bomb site setup.
Ancient
The newest addition to the competitive pool, featuring temple-themed aesthetics.
Anubis
An Egyptian-themed map with multiple pathways and strategic depth.
Top Teams
NAVI
Ukraine
Recent Achievement
ESL Pro League Season 18 Champions
FaZe Clan
International
Recent Achievement
IEM Katowice 2024 Winners
Team Liquid
United States
Recent Achievement
BLAST Premier Spring Finals 2023
Vitality
France
Recent Achievement
ESL Pro League Season 17 Champions
G2 Esports
International
Recent Achievement
IEM Rio 2023 Winners
Major Tournaments
ESL Pro League
BLAST Premier
IEM Tournaments
PGL Major
Weapon Arsenal
Rifles
AK-47
Side: T
M4A4
Side: CT
AWP
Side: Both
SMGs
MP9
Side: CT
MAC-10
Side: T
MP7
Side: Both
Pistols
Desert Eagle
Side: Both
USP-S
Side: CT
Glock-18
Side: T
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