One of the most popular video games of all time is Counter-Strike.A large portion of its success comes from its pick up and play control scheme where you use a few mouse and keyboard buttons to run and shoot.The game features an innovative currency system that grants you access to a wide variety of weapons over the course of a match.Find your favorite weapons and join a server to shoot them.
Step 1: If you don't already have a Steam account, sign up.
Counter-Strike is only available through the online distribution platform called Steam.The login button is in the upper right corner of the screen.The store is on the website.The steam app can be downloaded if you click the install button next to the login button.You can log into the service without opening your browser after installing Steam on your computer.
Step 2: Purchase and install the game.
To find Counter-Strike, go to the storefront and type into the search box.There are a few options for the game.Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is the most recent version.The full version of the game costs fifteen dollars and can be found at the store.There is a free version of the game.It is a good way to get used to playing the game before making a purchase.
Step 3: Go to the server menu and open the game.
There is a button in the game's menu.There is a huge list of maps.The amount of information may feel a little confusing at first, but each server has a different game set up by other players.If you want to join a map, you need to read the information on the map name, number of players, and password.Maps are recognizable by their name.For instance, maps that start with the letter c are hostage rescue maps.The counter-terrorists can't rescue them because of the terrorist team.Bomb defusal maps are indicated by the DE prefix.The counter-terrorists are protected by the terrorist team.An assassination map is what AS means.A player becomes a celebrity.The rest of the team needs to be protected from the terrorists.Deathmatch is one of the most popular game types.Killing other players gives you better weapons.
Step 4: For the best experience, choose a low latency server.
There is a number on the right side of the list.The lower the number, the more lag-free your experience will be.You have a hard time figuring out what your bullets are hitting when you end up in a match with a lot of lag.As much as possible, reduce your own time.You become a better player when you have a strong Internet connection.
Step 5: After the game loads, choose a side to join.
There is a terrorist and counter-terrorist side to each map.The teams are the same and you can change them throughout the game.The objectives are determined by the team you pick.Terrorists have to plant a bomb on a map.The counter-terrorists defused the bomb.The teams have a slightly different weapon selection.You can switch sides by pressing "M" during the match.When the next round begins, you will be eliminated from the current round and replaced by a new team.
Step 6: If the game has started, use spectate commands.
You are likely to join a game in progress.You have to wait until the round is over.The game allows you to see the action from another player's point of view.To access your options, press the duck button.You can switch between players by Clicking the left mouse button.You can see different camera angles by pressing the spacebar.
Step 7: You can use your keyboard to move and your mouse to aim.
The easiest way to use the mouse is to point and shoot like in many other games.A lot of people get tripped up.The keys that control your movement are W, A, S, and D.You can move forward and backwards with the help of "W" and "D".You can either move from side to side or strafe.You don't need to move forward or backwards in Counter-Strike.If you are standing still, pressing the A and D buttons will get you to the left and right.coordination is required for moving, turning, and shooting.You get used to it as you play.Make sure you test your mouse sensitivity.The settings menu can be accessed to move the sensitivity slider down to 2.0.As you play, start low and increase sensitivity.
Step 8: To avoid enemies, master the jump, duck, and walk controls.
It's a good way to alert enemies to your presence.Hit the "Shift" key to slow your character down, then hit it again to return to running.To jump, press the spacebar to duck.The keys are important for map navigation.To get the drop on enemies and reduce the amount of damage you do, mix some stealthy maneuvers into your playstyle.
Step 9: You can fire your weapons by pressing the mouse buttons.
You can only carry 2 weapons at a time.You can fire whatever weapon you want with the left mouse button.The secondary function of the weapon is activated by the right mouse button.Anyone can figure it out with a few rounds of practice.You can switch between your primary and secondary weapons by pressing Q.You can use the R button to reload your weapon.Before you enter a firefight, do this.You only switch weapons by purchasing them at the start of the round, but the game lets you take weapons you find by pressing "G."
Step 10: When you start playing, press B to bring up the gun menu.
The weapon economy is unique to Counter-Strike.You get $800 when you enter a game.You can buy guns, grenades, and armor from the menu.The menu gives you a lot of toys to play with, so it may feel a little intimidating at first, but don't feel pressured to buy anything.Clicking on the prompt will take you to a menu with keypad numbers.You don't need to spend in-game currency right away if you start with a pistol and knife.Buying weapons and armor is up to you.Some players get armor and grenades immediately, while others save for a sub machine gun.
Step 11: You can communicate with your team by pressing "K" or "U" during the match.
Press "K" when you need to use voice chat in Counter-Strike.If you have a microphone on your computer, this works.Press U to call up the dialogue box, then type your message and hit enter to send it to your team.You can send a message to the entire server by pressing Y.Don't use this command while talking to your team.The game has pre- recorded commands that can be used in the chat box.Few players pay much attention to these commands, so they aren't important to memorize.
Step 12: There are weapons that balance firing speed, accuracy, and power.
There are no hard and fast rules for guns.Everyone has a different style of play.If you want to learn what you like and don't like, practice with as many guns as possible.Pick your guns based on your role in the game and how much money you have.The AK-47 is the most popular gun.It is a powerful rifle.The M4A4 is one of the popular rifles.It is very powerful.There are two powerful pistols that you can try.The P250 is a cheaper alternative.When choosing a submachine gun, players often go with the penetration power of the UMP-45.
Step 13: Buy new weapons if you accumulate money at the end of each round.
Depending on what happened during the previous round, the game gives you a cash bonus.You get more money per kill if you use a knife, shotgun, or sub machine gun.A bonus is given for completing objectives that lead to a win.Save up to buy better guns if you don't spend any money.A bonus is also given to the losing team.Half of what the winning team earns is followed by a bonus for consecutive round losses.Some modes don't have money at all.If you don't want to deal with the money system, play deathmatch maps.
Step 14: Staying near your team will help you avoid enemies.
Some players like camping or waiting in the shadows.It will get you killed very quickly in Counter-Strike, which is a nuisance in most games.More experienced players know the maps.You can not back up your team when you are not pushing towards the goal.A fast-paced game is Counter-Strike.Even while you are shooting, keep moving.If you stay with your team, you will be able to pick off weakened enemies.
Step 15: Shoot in small spurts at the target.
It's a bad idea to hold down the shoot button because all weapons in Counter-Strike have recoil.A burst shot happens when you fire multiple bullets at the same time.spray tends to be very inaccurate if anything more than that is added.You can fire off a few shots with the mouse button.In close-quarter combat or when you're using an inaccurate weapon, spraying bullets everywhere is only useful.Shoot different guns so you know how they react when you fire them.
Step 16: To protect tight spots, throw grenades.
The main grenade players use is the HE grenade.Throw it into corners to get rid of enemies.Other types of grenades can be used in a variety of ways.Whatever grenade you have, act like its real-life counterpart.There are flash grenades that blind enemies.When you need to escape or enter an area, throw them.Smoke grenades emit a cloud of smoke.They can still shoot you even though you can't see them in the cloud.Use them as a distraction.
Step 17: Talk to your team about your weapon purchases.
Ask your team for advice if you are unsure what to do.You can sense the flow of a game with experience.Pick weapons and tactics that benefit your team when you base your playstyle on your role in the match.If someone on your team has an expensive rifle like the AWP, you don't need to get one.You should get something that works at a closer range.A player in afragger is usually aggressive, meeting the enemy head-on.A person in alurker role sneaks around the enemy to get intel.
Step 18: Stay calm while playing the game.
Counter-Strike can get rough, especially with voice chat.Everyone has a bad game.Keeping your emotions in check is one of the biggest keys to success.You play worse if you get irritated or annoyed.Shoot everything that moves as they come.If the voice chat starts to annoy you, you can turn it off by typing "ignoremsg" in the chat box.Some Counter-Strike players go too far on the trash talking.