Metascore
88 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. This is the "Rosemary's Baby" of video games, a video-offspring of demonic potential...the best multi-player game of 2000, bar none.
  2. A tense, violent, hyper-realistic, team-oriented online gaming experience like no other. Viva la Half-Life!
  3. 90
    It combines the best of team based gaming with an authentic and therefore exciting approach to tactical ops.
  4. Exciting, fun, addictive - Counter-Strike is an awesome game, but I'd recommend buying Half-Life Game of the Year Edition then simply downloading CS rather than purchasing this more limited release.
  5. A revolutionary modification.
  6. A heart-pounding, visceral experience that gets under your skin. The "just one more round" addiction factor is very high. When you play it properly, with team work that clicks like a well-oiled machine, the game offers a sense of accomplishment and comradery that is simply amazing.
  7. 89
    CS is fast paced, intense, and satisfying--this game will not disappoint. This is truly one of the best mods for one of the all time greatest first person shooters ever.
  8. Buy it, download it, whatever; just get on board and enjoy. Sure-fire fun for the online enthusiast.
  9. Utterly exciting and addictive. Counter-Strike is a model of its kind and a thrilling action game.
  10. One of the most evilly entertaining time-wasters since the original "Quake."
  11. The core of the game is remarkable.
User Score

Universal acclaim- based on 5862 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 17 out of 478
  1. 10
    Counter-strike(1.0 - 1.6 not source) is one of the greatest esport fps games(if not the greatest) in the gaming history and is still worth buying today. Graphics doesnt matter for a good gamer, gameplay does... Full Review »
  2. 10
    This is a game you will never ever forget, even your dad's grandfather's sister's uncle will enjoy this charm! Buy, download, install, play!
  3. HenningMeyer
    10
    Counter Strike 1.6 is the best game i have ever played. I play my first time on a Atari and my opinion is there no beter then Counter Strike. The Gameplay makes realy fun but the only tho thinks i ever find not so good on this game is the graphic and the many cheaters in the game!!! thx to Siera !!! Full Review »