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Counter-Strike 1.6

CS 1.6 – the legendary tactical FPS. Powered by NextClient with multilingual support, Steam integration, and CS2-style crosshair customization.

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Valve Corporation | 2003

About Counter-Strike 1.6

Counter-Strike 1.6 is a classic first-person shooter video game released in 2003 as a standalone version of a Half-Life mod. Developed by Valve, it pits two teams—Terrorists and Counter-Terrorists—against each other in objective-based matches, such as bomb defusal or hostage rescue. Known for its competitive gameplay, simple mechanics, and extensive modding community, it remains a beloved title in esports history.

Key Features:

  • Free CS 1.6 download with NextClient
  • Multilingual support (system language chat)
  • Steam avatar integration
  • CS2-style crosshair customization
  • Iconic maps: de_dust2, cs_office, de_inferno
  • Low system requirements

System Requirements:

Minimum:

  • OS: Windows XP SP3
  • CPU: 500 MHz processor
  • RAM: 96 MB
  • GPU: 16 MB Direct3D compatible
  • Storage: 500 MB available space

Recommended:

  • OS: Windows 11
  • CPU: 800 MHz processor
  • RAM: 128 MB
  • GPU: 32 MB Direct3D compatible
  • Storage: 1 GB available space

Quick Facts

Genre

Tactical FPS

Release Date

November 1, 2003

Last Updated

April 2, 2025

Developer

Valve Corporation

Base

NextClient (Non-Steam)

File Size

~300 MB

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Installation Guide

  1. Download the installer using one of the methods above
  2. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions
  3. Launch Counter-Strike 1.6 from the desktop shortcut
  4. Enjoy! Compatible with Windows XP SP3 to Windows 11

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