Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) boasts one of the largest active player bases in competitive gaming. As of 2024, CS:GO consistently maintains over 1 million concurrent players daily, with peak numbers often exceeding 1.5 million players.

According to Steam's official statistics, the game reached its all-time peak of 1,802,853 concurrent players in April 2023, showcasing its continued growth even a decade after its initial release. On average, CS:GO sees approximately 25-30 million unique players monthly.

When Counter-Strike 2 was released in September 2023, it became the official successor to CS:GO. Since CS2's launch, the player base has remained strong, with many players transitioning to the new version while others continue playing CS:GO. The combined player count across both versions maintains similar numbers to CS:GO's peak popularity.

Here's a breakdown of CS:GO's player statistics:

Daily active players: 1+ million
Monthly active players: 25-30 million
All-time peak concurrent players: 1,802,853
Average play time per player: 12.7 hours monthly

The game's popularity varies by region, with the highest concentration of players in:

Europe (particularly Eastern Europe)
North America
Brazil
Russia
China (on Perfect World servers)

CS:GO's free-to-play model, introduced in December 2018, significantly contributed to its player count growth. The competitive nature, regular updates, and strong esports scene have helped maintain its massive player base over the years.

These numbers make CS:GO consistently one of the most-played games on Steam, often competing with DOTA 2 for the top position in concurrent player counts on the platform.

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