How to Download and Play CS:GO on Steam in 2024
It's still playable, but you have to follow these steps first.
If you want to play the classic Counter-Strike: Global Offensive instead of CS2, then you're in the right place. Here, you'll learn the simple trick that lets you download and play CS:GO on Steam in 2024.
How to Play CS:GO in 2024
First, you'll need to have Counter-Strike 2 in your Steam Library. Then, follow these steps:
- Right click on Counter-Strike 2 in the Games List
- Select Properties
- Go to the Betas tab
- Next to Beta Participation, select csgo_legacy - Legacy Version of CS:GO
CS:GO is now ready to be downloaded, but it might take a while as the file size is around 13GB.
Ignore the Popup
When you first start CS:GO and after each match, you might get a pop-up prompting you to update to CS2. This can safely be ignored.
How to Play CS:GO Online in 2024
Unfortunately, the official Community Servers are no longer available, but you can still join other private servers and participate via CS:GO tournament platforms.
Enjoy your nostalgia trip back to the good old CS:GO times!
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