No, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) is not available on PS4. The game has never been released for PlayStation consoles and remains exclusively available on PC (through Steam), Mac, and Linux operating systems.

While many popular first-person shooter games have made their way to PlayStation consoles, Valve Corporation (CS:GO's developer) has maintained CS:GO as a PC-focused title since its initial release in 2012.

For PlayStation users looking for similar tactical shooter experiences, there are several alternatives available:

Rainbow Six Siege
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare series
Apex Legends
Overwatch 2
Valorant (though this is also PC-exclusive)

The reason CS:GO isn't on PS4 largely stems from Valve's business strategy and the game's design, which is specifically optimized for keyboard and mouse controls. The precise aiming and quick movements that CS:GO demands are best suited to PC gaming peripherals.

I should note that even though CS:GO went free-to-play in 2018, this change didn't lead to a console release. If you're specifically interested in playing CS:GO, your best option is to play it on a computer through Steam.

The closest experience PS4 players can get to CS:GO is through other tactical team-based shooters, but none truly replicate the unique gameplay mechanics and competitive nature that have made CS:GO one of the most popular esports titles in the world.

It's worth mentioning that with Counter-Strike 2's release in 2023, which serves as an upgrade to CS:GO, there are still no plans for a PlayStation version, maintaining the game's PC-exclusive status.

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