For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
- Release date
- Aug 21, 2012
- Developer
- Valve
- Publisher
- Valve
- Genres
- Action, Free To Play
Counter-Strike 2
Cloud Gaming
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For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
- Release date
- Aug 21, 2012
- Developer
- Valve
- Publisher
- Valve
- Genres
- Action, Free To Play
MEDIA
Game Access
Do you need to own Counter-Strike 2 to play it via cloud gaming?
No. Counter-Strike 2 is free to play. You only need access to GeForce NOW and Boosteroid to start streaming.
Is Counter-Strike 2 included with cloud gaming subscriptions?
Counter-Strike 2 itself is free to play, so it is not bundled through a cloud subscription. Service access can still vary by platform.
Which cloud gaming services support Counter-Strike 2?
Counter-Strike 2 is currently available on: GeForce NOW (via Steam); Boosteroid (via Steam).
Browser & Installation
Can you play Counter-Strike 2 in a web browser?
Yes. Counter-Strike 2 can be played in a web browser via GeForce NOW and Boosteroid. No software installation is required.
Do you need to download Counter-Strike 2 to play it via cloud gaming?
No. When streaming via GeForce NOW and Boosteroid, Counter-Strike 2 runs entirely on remote servers. Nothing is downloaded or installed on your device.
Can you play Counter-Strike 2 without installing any app?
Yes. Browser play is supported. Native apps are also available for better performance: GeForce NOW: Windows & Android app, iOS via browser; Boosteroid: Windows app, mobile via browser.
Compatible Devices
On which devices can you play Counter-Strike 2 via cloud gaming?
Via GeForce NOW and Boosteroid, Counter-Strike 2 can be streamed on Windows PC, Mac, Chromebook, Android, and iPhone/iPad via browser. GeForce NOW and Boosteroid also work on many Linux setups and handheld browsers.
Can you play Counter-Strike 2 on mobile devices?
Yes. Counter-Strike 2 is playable on mobile via GeForce NOW and Boosteroid. GeForce NOW: Windows & Android app, iOS via browser Boosteroid: Windows app, mobile via browser
Price & Subscription
Can you play Counter-Strike 2 for free on cloud gaming?
Counter-Strike 2 is free to play, but cloud access still depends on the service. GeForce NOW lets you start on its free tier. Boosteroid still requires a paid subscription.
Do you need a subscription to play Counter-Strike 2 on cloud gaming?
It depends on the service. GeForce NOW has a free tier, with paid plans optional. Boosteroid requires a paid subscription.
