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Counter-Strike 2 Sets New Record with 1.82 Million Concurrent Players on Steam

Valve's flagship FPS surpasses its predecessor and continues to dominate Steam and Twitch charts.

  • Counter-Strike 2 broke its own record by reaching 1.82 million concurrent players on Steam, surpassing CS:GO's previous peak of 1.81 million.
  • The game remains Steam's most popular title, significantly outpacing competitors like PUBG, which had 659,000 players at the same time.
  • Valve acknowledged the milestone, highlighting the game's enduring appeal despite competition and initial challenges after its release.
  • Counter-Strike 2's popularity is bolstered by its thriving esports scene, with major tournaments like the ESL Pro League driving both player engagement and Twitch viewership.
  • The game also leads Twitch with 381,000 concurrent viewers, further cementing its position as a dominant force in gaming and esports.
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