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How to Play and Improve at Counter-Strike 1.6

The aim (get it?) of this informative blog is to provide resources on how to play competitive Counter-Strike 1.6 as well as teach you how to improve at the game.

Counter-Strike 1.6, now over 10 years old is one of the most popular online competitive games of all time. Currently, tens of thousands of dollars are awarded all over the world to the top competitive teams from various countries by leagues such as WCG and ESEA.

Few other online multi-player PC games have achieved the longevity, notoriety, and popularity of Counter-Strike 1.6.

Ways to Play Counter-Strike

There are many different varieties and ways to play Counter-Strike 1.6. After acquiring the game, you'll have the option to:

Pub - play in public servers with other anonymous CS fans for fun

Customs - play in custom (public or private) servers which have special add-ons or extras that developers have implemented that enhance the game

Organized - play in special organized "pick-up-games" in a five-versus-five format

Each type has it's advantages and disadvantages. Typical public games are easier to play and can be found anytime using the game's in-game server browser. Custom games are a little more challenging, as you'll have to sift through the list of public servers to find a game with a custom mod on it. Organized games are the most challenging to find, as you'll need to find nine other players in order to organize a pick-up-game. However, this type of game-play is also the most rewarding.

Tips for Improvement

If you're looking for quick ways to improve at the game, here are some tips for players of all skill levels:

Play aim_map at least 1 hour per day - If you're looking to improve, you'll need to start with your aim. For beginners, paying aim_map for at least 1 hour per day provides a great way to get kick-started on improvement. Although frustrating at first, playing in an environment in which you aren't worried about the strategy of a structured game will be help you vastly.

Watch demos - Demos are match replays and come in two flavors, HLTV and POV. POV demos are games recorded from an individually player's point of view. These are a great, free resource for improving your game. Take notes on how players handle certain situations, and pay close attention to the way they scan the field for enemies as these are valuable bits that you can incorporate into your own game. HLTV demos are also useful as you can switch between all the POVs of players in a given match as well as float as a 3rd person camera, although HLTV demos are not as accurate as POV demos and do not provide the same watching experience.

Buy a Lesson - If you're truly serious about improving your game, buying a lesson from a top competitive player can give you the individual attention you need to fix holes in your game-play. Counter-Strike lessons can be purchased from a variety of sources, including ESEA.

PLAY, PLAY, PLAY - There is no substitute for gameplay. One of the reasons Counter-Strike is so prolific is that the game is very difficult to master. In order to improve, you'll need to put in the hours and be dedicated to getting better.

Where to Play Counter-Strike

The quickest way to get into a game of Counter-Strike is by using the in-game server browser. You'll want to find a server with the lowest ping (latency) possible in order to ensure that your movements and shots will be registered by the server correctly.

However, the quickest way to get into a competitive pick-up-game is at E-Sports Entertainment's website or 'ESEA'. ESEA is a website that allows you to play in a cheat-free environment with tens of thousands of other Counter-Strike fans. ESEA's proprietary software automates the pick-up-game process, ensuring that you'll always be able to find a game... 24/7.

The Benefits of ESEA