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Counter Strike – A Staple of the Esports Scene Counter-Strike is a standard in the world of esports, but its humble beginnings are worth mentioning. It was initially an mod for Half-Life, designed by Minh Le and Jess Cliffe. The game grew in popularity and drew the attention of Valve. The company purchased the intellectual property and made it into a standalone game in 2000. Origins The Counter-Strike (CS) series is one of the most well-known first-person shooter games of all time. It has been a staple in the gaming industry since its release in 1999, and it continues to grow as an esport of major importance and a favorite game among gamers worldwide. The game was initially released as a modification (mod) to the popular Half-Life video game. Two college students, Minh Le and Jess Cliffe created the mod and released it as an alpha version in 1999. The mod added a multiplayer mode to Half-Life where players assumed the roles of terrorists or counter-terrorists, and were able to compete for a variety of objectives, like planting bombs or taking hostages. Le and Cliffe were inspired to develop the mod by the Navy SEALs film, where the protagonists were part of a hostage rescue mission. The mod was well-received and it gained popularity in the modding world. It was highly praised by the modding community for its authenticity and gameplay as well as the ability to load again. In the summer of 2000, the game's popularity had reached a level where Valve Corporation, creators of Half-Life decided to release it independently. The game was changed to Counter-Strike: Source in 2004 and released for Windows, OS X and Linux. It was the first in the series with modern graphics and gameplay mechanics. It also introduced a variety of new games modes. Counter-Strike was a huge success and was instrumental in establishing the multiplayer FPS genre. Its accessibility and simplicity of play made it a favorite with both casual and hardcore gamers, and gamers from all over the world. The CS franchise has spawned multiple spin-offs for the Asian market which includes the free-to-play installment called Counter-Strike Online, which is made possible through microtransactions. The series has also inspired a variety of anime and manga adaptations, such as the Japanese manga series Counter-Strike: The Legend of the Orange Weapon. The game also influenced a number of arcade games from Namco which use anime-inspired characters to draw players from Asian gaming markets. Mechanics While most first-person shooters use the same basic formula, such as kills or capture the flag to determine the winner, Counter-Strike offers unique gameplay mechanics that require a different type of skill. To succeed the game requires teamwork, strategic thinking and strategic planning. Players must be able to read a map and locate their opponents and plan attacks accordingly. Players can pick from Terrorists or Counter-Terrorists. They are two groups that compete in a five-vs-five game. Each round starts with the two teams spawning simultaneously and getting a few seconds known as buy time to purchase weapons or equipment. After that, the round begins and each team has a particular objective to achieve. A team could win by completing their objective or completely eliminating the other. Counter-Strike's mechanics are not easy. Even the most experienced players may be unable to accurately spray. It requires hours of practice. In addition, players need to learn the grenade locations on each map to maximize their effectiveness. Similarly, learning the different techniques for aiming each weapon takes some time too. Since its launch Counter-Strike's popularity has risen. It has garnered an avid fan base, and its players compete in regional, local and international tournaments. These tournaments typically have large prize pools and attract many viewers. It is also a very popular game for streamers and has influenced other multiplayer games like DotA 2. The developer of Counter-Strike, Valve Software, releases regular updates to the game to ensure its appeal and relevancy. These updates could include new maps or game modes. The game is also available on other platforms, such as consoles and PC. At present, a test version of CS:GO is available for PC players and will allow players to play on the Dust II map in Deathmatch and competitive matches without ranking. case opening could be modified in the future as Valve continues to improve the game. A second game, Counter-Strike: Nexon Studio is available for the Asian market. It is an extension of CS:GO with gameplay altered to meet Eastern game design guidelines. Community Counter-Strike is a game that began as a mod but has undergone numerous iterations and developed over time is among the most popular Esports. The community is strong and the players are among the best in the world, and player is growing. The game CS: GO is a game that has been among the top five most watched games for several years and isn't going to fade out of fashion anytime soon. The first Counter-Strike creators, Minh Le, and Jess Cliffe knew that the community was crucial to the success of their game. They developed a platform for the public to connect with each other and share maps, which grew the playerbase organically. This approach is one of the primary reasons that the game remains relevant so many years after its launch. It is also why the community servers are still a major part of CS: GO play. They are a great way for new players to find an organized group of players and to get familiar with the game before playing on official Valve servers. These servers are entirely run by volunteers, and they allow both competitive play and casual fun. In the beginning, when CS: GO was released, Intel Extreme Masters stood out as the top Counter-Strike competition. The prize amounts were in the thousands and attracted the top players from around the world. This resulted in IEM an extremely popular event for media and fans alike and the tournament has grown ever since to become one of the most watched esports in the world. Although IEM hasn't yet released a schedule for its 2019 events but it's likely that the event will return to its traditional mid-to-late summer dates. This will give CS: GO players plenty of time to get prepared for this year's tournament, and will also allow new players to compete in this well-known tournament. The event has been in the news for several weeks, and teaser trailers have been released. Global Offensive Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, the most popular game of the series is a tactical first-person shooting game that pits two opposing teams against each in games that are objective. The game requires extensive teamwork and precise gunplay to achieve kills, relies on recognizing and holding angles, effective use of grenades, and in-game economy management. Its popularity led to a dedicated esports scene, with players competing in professionally-sponsored leagues and tournaments. CS:GO, created by Hidden Path Entertainment, Valve and Sony, came out on PC, OS X and Xbox 360 in August 2012. It continues to evolve and update regularly, with major updates (known as Operations) and smaller balance patches. The game offers online matchmaking and supports both classic Bomb Defusal and Hostage Rescue scenarios as well as brand new modes such as Wingman and Danger Zone. Valve has introduced new weapons, maps and characters to the game. There are nine official game modes in CS:GO, each of which has distinct characteristics. Players can also play games that are competitive and casual on servers hosted by community groups or on dedicated Valve-run ones. The game includes additional game modes such as Arms Race, Flying Scoutsman and a Battle Royale style mode called Danger Zone. In addition to new weapons and maps, CS:GO features an updated user interface, voice acting and other visual changes. The game also reworks the factions, taking away the option to choose one upon spawning and instead giving them the option to randomly assign a team of five to each map. Luminosity Gaming has won four major championships in CS:GO. Counter-Strike is a well-loved first-person shooter and has a large following of players. It is also considered a benchmark in terms of ability. It is a thriving esports scene and professional teams that compete in a myriad of international and local tournaments. It is one of the most played games on Steam and has an estimated 11 million active users a month as of February 2019. The community has also created a huge subreddit r/CounterStrike. It is the largest subreddit of its type.