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faq
This is CS-Nation's "Frequently Asked Questions" section for CS: Source. We are proud to debunk myths and provide the latest info on this amazing-looking title.

general questions

» What is Counter-Strike: Source? updated 3/3/06
» What is "Source"?
» Is Counter-Strike: Source, Counter-Strike 2?
» What new features will Counter-Strike: Source have?
» Which maps will be ported to Counter-Strike: Source? updated 3/1/06
» What kind of gameplay changes will be in CS: Source? updated 3/3/06
» Will Counter-Strike: Source be compatible with CS 1.6 mutiplayer? updated 3/1/06
» Is Counter-Strike: Source the multiplayer component of Half-Life 2? updated 3/1/06
» Will other mod authors be able to port their Half-Life mods to Source? updated 3/3/06

release info

» When will CS: Source be released? updated 3/3/06
» Will CS: Source be free? What are the purchasing methods? updated 3/3/06
» What other mods besides Counter-Strike will be ported to Source? updated 3/3/06
» Does CS: Source require Half-Life 2?

beta info (from steampowered.com) - no longer applicable

» When will Counter-Strike: Source beta 1 be released?
» How can I get Counter-Strike: Source beta 1?
» I am a member of the Valve Cyber Café Program, or I own Condition Zero. How will I know when Counter-Strike: Source beta 1 is available?
» Can I get access to the beta if I am not part of the Valve Cyber Café Program, and do not own Condition Zero?
» How will Counter-Strike: Source be different from the Half-Life 1 based Counter-Strike?
» What will the system requirements be for Counter-Strike: Source?
» Do I get to keep Counter-Strike: Source after the beta period has ended?

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