Although Counter-Strike 2 is now available, the game obviously continues to improve over time and receive new updates. However, less good news has just been revealed.
FPS fans know that Counter Strike 2, like its predecessor, is expected to have a very long lifespan. This unfortunately does not prevent the game from experiencing some disappointments, in particular a cruel lack of accessibility. Explanations.
Counter Strike 2 makes a bad announcement
Thus, Valve recently communicated essential information regarding the compatibility of its popular game, Counter Strike 2. Unfortunately for some gamers, the title will not offer support for macOS operating systems and 32-bit Windows versions. This decision stems from the use of more modern technologies in the game, which cannot be compatible with these older operating versions.
In an effort to alleviate disappointment for players impacted by this announcement, Valve also said it would offer refunds for players who chose to purchase the Prime Status upgrade, provided they are macOS users or that they can only play on a system supporting DirectX 9 or a 32-bit version of Windows.
These measures appear to show that Valve is aware of the impact this could have on part of its community and is seeking to alleviate frustrations as much as possible. It remains to be seen how these developments will influence adoption and feedback on Counter Strike 2 in the coming months.
What is certain is that the future of Counter Strike 2 is moving firmly towards leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver an innovative gaming experience, even if that means, unfortunately, leaving some operating systems behind .
32 or 64 bits? What is the difference ?
The 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows differ mainly in their management of RAM memory and computer processes. The 32-bit version is limited to supporting 4 GB of RAM. While the 64-bit version is capable of handling much more, providing the ability to run more resource-intensive applications and better performance for tasks like JV.
Additionally, while 32-bit systems can only run applications designed for that architecture, 64-bit systems can run both 32-bit and 64-bit applications, making them more flexible in terms of software compatibility. Advances in security are also worth noting in the 64-bit versions. In short, 32-bit Windows is too old for Counter Strike 2. On the other hand, it is less clear for the abandonment of MacOS… It is possible that technical considerations are at play. Sometimes, games use technologies or APIs (application programming interfaces) that are specific to Windows or Linux and are not available or not fully compatible with macOS.