Can you play Counter-Strike 2 on Linux or macOS?

Valve has finally released Counter-Strike 2, and fans want to know what platforms they can play on. Here is everything you need to know about CS2 for macOS and Linux users.

CS:GO launched in 2012 on MacOS, Playstation 3, Windows, Xbox 360, and Linux two years later. After less than a year, Valve abandoned the console version and completely skipped the next generation of console gaming.

The developers never revealed why they scrapped their console ambitions, and it remains to be seen if Valve ever wants to make a leap back over.

Despite falling short on console, the franchise dominates PC gaming and is accessible to most users. However, Valve narrowed its scope with Counter-Strike 2, cutting down on who can access the game.

Is Counter-Strike 2 on Linux?

After some speculation, it has now been confirmed that Counter-Strike 2 will remain available on Linux going forward, easing the concerns of those on the Linux operating system.

This comes after the decision was made to discontinue support for older hardware, including DirectX 9 and 32-bit operating systems.

Is Counter-Strike 2 on macOS?

No, Counter-Strike 2 is not on macOS, and it seems unlikely that this will ever change. On the Steam Support page for the Legacy CS:GO version, it has been revealed that they will no longer support macOS. Combined, macOS and “older hardware” users made up less than 1% of the Counter-Strike player base.

How to claim Counter-Strike 2 Prime Status Upgrade refund

As the Steam page explains, “macOS users are eligible for a refund if most of their CS:GO playtime was on macOS and they played CS:GO on a Mac between the announcement of the Counter-Strike 2 Limited Test (March 22, 2023) and the launch of Counter-Strike 2 (September 27, 2023), regardless of when they purchased their Prime Status Upgrade.”

Refunds will be offered until December 1, 2023.

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