The R8 Revolver was released in CS:GO on December 8, 2015, as part of the Winter Update. This controversial weapon was added to the game alongside significant changes to other weapons and immediately sparked intense debate within the CS:GO community.

When first introduced, the R8 Revolver was priced at $850 and served as an alternative to the Desert Eagle in the pistol category. The weapon gained instant notoriety for being extremely overpowered, capable of one-shot kills to the body at nearly any range, which was unprecedented for a pistol in CS:GO.

The initial release stats of the R8 were so broken that Valve had to issue an emergency update just three days later, on December 11, 2015. This quick response came after massive community backlash and the weapon being dubbed the "wild west hand cannon" due to its excessive damage output.

Key features of the R8 at release: - One-shot kill potential to the body - Perfect accuracy while moving - $850 price tag - Secondary fire mode for faster shooting - 8-round cylinder capacity

After the emergency nerf, the weapon's damage was significantly reduced, and its accuracy while moving was decreased. Today, the R8 Revolver remains in the game but sees limited use in competitive play, mostly serving as a novelty weapon rather than a serious competitive choice.

The R8's release is often remembered as one of the most controversial updates in CS:GO history, serving as a reminder of the importance of proper weapon balance in competitive gaming.

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