Can You Play CS:GO on Xbox? Everything You Need to Know

Can You Play CS:GO on Xbox? Everything You Need to Know

By Michael Chen

February 13, 2025 at 11:12 AM

No, you cannot play CS:GO (Counter-Strike: Global Offensive) directly on Xbox. CS:GO is only available on PC platforms through Steam, and there has never been an official Xbox release of the game.

While previous Counter-Strike games like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive were available on Xbox 360, Valve (the game's developer) decided not to release CS:GO for modern Xbox consoles like the Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S.

There are a few reasons why CS:GO isn't available on Xbox:

1. The game was specifically designed for keyboard and mouse controls
2. Regular updates and patches are easier to implement on PC
3. The competitive scene is entirely PC-based
4. Steam workshop integration is a core feature that wouldn't work well on console

If you're interested in playing first-person shooters similar to CS:GO on Xbox, here are some alternatives:

• Rainbow Six Siege
• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
• CrossfireX
• Apex Legends
• PUBG: Battlegrounds

The only way to play CS:GO is through a PC or Mac using Steam. If you're specifically interested in CS:GO, I recommend getting a gaming PC rather than hoping for an Xbox version, as there are currently no plans to bring the game to any console platforms.

However, it's worth noting that Counter-Strike 2, the successor to CS:GO, was released in September 2023. Like CS:GO, it's also exclusively available on PC through Steam, with no announced plans for console versions.

For the best CS:GO experience, you'll need:

• A Windows or Mac computer
• A Steam account
• Stable internet connection
• Mouse and keyboard

Remember that CS:GO is now free-to-play on Steam, so you can try it without any upfront cost if you have access to a compatible computer.

Related Articles

Previous Articles