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Counter-Strike 2 Development Halted With CS:GO ‘Legacy Version’ Offered in Exchange

Counter-Strike 2 Development Halted With CS:GO ‘Legacy Version’ Offered in Exchange

Valve ⁢has​ confirmed they are not continuing the development of Counter-Strike 2 and‌ have instead released a “Legacy Version” ​of the ⁤vastly popular ⁤Counter-Strike Global Offensive (CS:GO). The decision follows recent reports that the ⁤team had been‍ working to bring⁤ CS:GO to a‍ World of Warcraft-style monthly subscription model.

The “legacy version” ​serves as⁢ an homage to the original Counter-Strike, complete with classic maps, weapons, and game modes from Valve’s original. It comes with all of the greatness‍ of modern CS:GO in ⁤terms of graphics, balance, matchmaking, ⁣and tournaments‌ – but here, players will join the​ “Legacy Version” servers instead. ​This ⁣allows players to experience the‌ same classic game they ⁤know and love,⁢ all while ‌keeping features ⁤such as leaderboards and tournament support alive and kicking.

Counter-Strike 2 was initially teased as an official entry in the Counter-Strike ⁤series back in 2014,⁢ and Valve has now opted to shelve the project‍ in favor of the Legacy Version. Valve’s Gabe Newell was asked about ⁤the decision‍ in a recent interview, to⁢ which‍ he responded:

“We want to continue ​to provide our⁣ Counter-Strike community with a great place to play and experience the game‌ they know and love. We believe⁢ that⁢ the ‘Legacy Version’ of Counter-Strike Global Offensive is a great way ⁤for ⁣us to offer our existing⁣ and prospective ⁣players a great version of the game, without the additional risks associated with implementing ‍a full​ sequel in a highly competitive‍ environment.”

Valve has had‌ a ‌rich history ‍that has seen the company releasing games and content updates to keep its fan​ base happy. The⁤ “Legacy Version” is just one more example of the⁣ company’s commitment to ​its fans and ⁢its desire to ⁢keep the original Counter-Strike experience alive.⁢ If you’re a fan⁣ of the original, this ⁢is your chance to ⁣join‍ and experience a classic, without‌ fear of “updates” breaking​ your beloved game.

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