Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Valve’s Disregard for the Community
I believe that Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is a skill-based game. However, Valve, the creators of CS:GO, often disregard the community’s opinion, hindering its full potential in the esports ecosystem. In this series called “Beating CS:GO’s Dead Horses,” I aim to shed light on the glaring issues consistently voiced by the Counter-Strike community on reddit.com/r/globaloffensive.
The Love-Hate Relationship with Valve
Valve can be compared to a significant other who only shows love when they want something. They put effort into the relationship only when it’s convenient for them. But when the community rebels, Valve showers them with “love” and compassion, enticing them to fall back in love. The community’s relationship with Valve seems abusive. Still, their offerings, such as major tournaments, new cases, and operations, keep us captivated. However, what we crave is consistent attention and care.
The Issue with Pistols and Rifles
One major concern in CS:GO is the imbalanced damage between pistols and rifles. The popular AK-47 can kill an enemy with one headshot from any range. On the other hand, some rifles like the M4A4/M4A1-S and FAMAS deal insufficient damage with a headshot. This discrepancy forces Counter-Terrorists to utilize more expensive and less effective rifles. It’s baffling that these rifles cannot match the AK-47’s capabilities. This imbalance snowballs into larger issues that cost teams rounds and matches.
The Problematic Pistol Meta
Another issue lies in the pistol meta. Several pistols, like the P250, CZ75-Auto, Five-seven, and Tec-9, have the ability to one-tap enemies from close range. This creates a rewarding low-risk, high-reward dynamic for teams on economy rounds, undermining the value of buy rounds. Aggressive strategies prevail over tactical ones, as pistols outperform rifles in some situations. The Desert Eagle and R8 Revolver, however, remain unaffected due to their inaccuracy and high-risk nature.
Overall, the AK-47 remains the most viable weapon in CS:GO. The game would benefit from rifles that are on par with its potential, allowing Counter-Terrorists to better defend against pistol rushes. Until then, we will continue to face the challenge of being eliminated by $500 pistols on buy rounds.
Source: http://www.schuzak.jp/cs-go/dmgchart.html
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