Counter-Strike vs Guns of Icarus Online
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Guns of Icarus Online wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Guns of Icarus Online is $9.54 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Counter-Strike | Guns of Icarus Online |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 63 | 66 |
| Quality | 95 | 80 |
| Value | 39 | 76 |
| Popularity | 45 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $9.99 | $0.45 |
| Steam Review Score | 97% positive | 91.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 8.8K | 3 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Counter-StrikeGuns of Icarus Online
Details and requirements
| Item | Counter-Strike | Guns of Icarus Online |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 1, 2000 | October 29, 2012 |
| Developers | Valve | Muse Games |
| Publishers | Valve | Muse Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Counter-Strike or Guns of Icarus Online?
Guns of Icarus Online won the comparison against Counter-Strike based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Counter-Strike worth buying over Guns of Icarus Online?
Based on the metrics, Guns of Icarus Online won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Guns of Icarus Online currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:38 PM UTC