How to Play CS:GO
Install CS:GO from the Steam Store in minutes.
Steps
2
Minutes
~3
Free download
CS:GO is available as a free, separate game on the Steam Store.
Separate from CS2
The CS:GO listing does not affect your CS2 installation.
Quick setup
Install from Steam and play—no beta branches are required.
Install CS:GO
Important
The old CS2 beta branch method (csgo_legacy) no longer works with our servers. You must install CS:GO as a separate game from the Steam Store using the link below.
CS:GO is now available as a separate, free game on the Steam Store. This is a hidden listing that can only be accessed via direct link. Click the button below to open the store page and install it.
1
Click the button above to open the CS:GO Steam Store page. Log in to Steam if prompted.
2
Click "Install Game" on the store page. Steam will download and install CS:GO as a separate game in your library.
Note
CS:GO will appear as its own entry in your Steam Library, separate from Counter-Strike 2. This is a hidden Steam listing—it can only be found via direct link.
Done
You now have CS:GO installed and ready to play.
Create Your Account
Sign up for a CSGOPremier account to access premium features, join tournaments, and play with friends. Use a referral code to get bonus days.
New Steam links require at least 300 hours of CS:GO/CS2 play time and Public Steam Game details.