Counter-Strike 2 has reached a new peak player count on Steam, though the exact reason is unknown. Counter-Strike 2 has received numerous game-changing updates and overhauls since it first rolled out, though news on the game has been noticeably quiet in recent months, making its newest player milestone rather perplexing. While tactical, fast-paced gameplay makes up the core of the Counter-Strike 2 experience, many fans obsess over the game's selection of ultra-rare skins and items, which may be a reason for the increase in players recently.