E3 2012: Counter-Strike: Global Offensive gets August release

Valve shooter coming to PSN, XBLA, PC and Mac

Author:: Craig Chapple
Publish date:: Jun 4, 2012
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The latest instalment in Valve’s popular multiplayer shooter has been slated for an August 21st release date.

The title will be released on PSN, XBLA and Steam – for PC and Mac - and will be sold for $15 on all platforms.

CS:GO will feature updated maps such as the classic De_Dust, as well as new locations and weapons.

The game has been co-developed by Seattle-based studio Hidden Path Entertainment.

The latest Counter-strike, currently in beta, will be playable at Sony and Microsoft’s booths during E3.

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Counter-Strike: Global Offensive said to be readying for Q1 2012 release