Let me first start by saying I was once quite against first-person-shooters. Games that encouraged you to run mindlessly around, shooting other people, didn't seem to have much value. That was until I played CounterStrike, though.
I've always been a HUGE fan of strategy. Games that encouraged you to think, to plan ahead and to execute the plan as a team, really thrilled me. When I saw my first games of Counterstrike, it was like watching Band of Brothers on HBO. One unit worked together to the left, while another coordinated on the right. Each followed the plan closely to capture the flag. Yes, you knocked out the enemy. But it was in the persuit of a goal, to achieve an objective.
It was AMAZINGLY fun!
Some people might object that it's bloody, that it promotes people killing people. If you're going to worry about games that have winners and losers, then any game of tag, or dodge-ball or 'cowboys and indians' is going to fall victim. Here, people who are shot respawn so they can regroup with their team. The victory goes to the smartest team with the best plan - the team that works well together and defends each other. I don't know of a better objective for a game.
Best of all, being a net game, this can easily be played as a family. Your uncle in Texas, your aunt in Mississippi, and your cousin in California can join into the game, all playing vital roles regardless of their location, age, sex, color, or anything else.
I highly recommend this as a game for anyone over 12, and I'd encourage you to get a few copies to give to other friends and family members. You're going to need them!
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Best multiplayer game in my opinion
This is the original cardboard box. Couldn't hide the excitement when I got it. Best multiplayer game ever made in my opinion. Still lots of fun even versus bots. Best game for home LAN parties.
