Valve, the developer of the popular game Counter-Strike, has been dropping significant hints about the impending release of its sequel, Counter-Strike 2 (CS2). The CS2 social media account has been actively teasing the gaming community with cryptic messages suggesting that the game’s launch is just around the corner.
On September 20, the CS2 social media account posted a question asking followers about their plans for the following Wednesday. This led many to speculate that the much-anticipated sequel to one of Valve’s most successful titles was set to be released in about a week’s time.
Six days later, the account updated its banner to display a black background with white text stating “Dawn of The Final Day”. This has been interpreted by many as an indication that Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is nearing the end of its life cycle and will soon be replaced by CS2.
Concerns from the Community
Despite the excitement surrounding the release, there are concerns within the gaming community and professional circuit about whether they are ready for CS2 to launch this week. Several professional CS:GO players have expressed reservations about the new title based on their experiences playing the beta version. They believe that there are several issues that need to be addressed before it is ready for competitive play.
For instance, Virtus.pro player David ‘n0rb3r7’ Daniyelyan mentioned in a video released by ESL that there are problems with movement and grenade delay, and server issues that need to be fixed.
Timing Issues
The timing of CS2’s release could also pose challenges for esports competitors. There are concerns that the switch to CS2 could occur in the middle of ongoing tournaments and leagues. ESL is reportedly considering switching to CS2 for the EPL playoffs.
While Valve has not yet announced an official release date for CS2, it continues to tease its fan base with hints suggesting that the game’s launch is imminent.
