Can I Run Counter-Strike 2?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | Video card must be 1 GB or more and should be a DirectX 11-compatible with support for Shader Model 5.0 | — | Detecting... |
| CPU | 4 hardware CPU threads - Intel® Core™ i5 750 or higher | — | Detecting... |
| RAM | 8 GB | — | Detecting... |
| Storage | 85 GB | — | — |
| DirectX | Version 11 | — | — |
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For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Counter-Strike 2 on my PC?
To run Counter-Strike 2 you need at least a DirectX 11 GPU with 1 GB of VRAM, plus 8 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Counter-Strike 2?
Counter-Strike 2 minimum requirements: GPU: Video card must be 1 GB or more and should be a DirectX 11-compatible with support for Shader Model 5.0, CPU: 4 hardware CPU threads - Intel® Core™ i5 750 or higher, RAM: 8 GB, Storage: 85 GB, DirectX: Version 11.
What are the recommended specs for Counter-Strike 2?
Counter-Strike 2 recommended specs: GPU: Not specified, CPU: Not specified, RAM: —, Storage: —.
How many GB is Counter-Strike 2?
Counter-Strike 2 requires at least 85 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Counter-Strike 2?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for Counter-Strike 2. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is Counter-Strike 2 CPU or GPU intensive?
Counter-Strike 2 is relatively CPU intensive compared to its GPU needs. Single-thread CPU performance and clock speed matter more than raw GPU power — make sure your processor meets the recommended spec.
Can Steam Deck run Counter-Strike 2?
Yes, Counter-Strike 2 is marked as Playable on Steam Deck. It runs on the device but may require some manual adjustments, such as configuring the on-screen keyboard or tweaking graphics settings.
How many players can run Counter-Strike 2?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Counter-Strike 2. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
