Players can now explore Edinburgh in Counter-Strike 2 as a new map based on the city has been added to the game.
Developed by Valve, Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) is the most recent entry in the free-to-play tactical shooter series, having replaced 2012 title Counter-Strike: Global Offensive last September.
In a major patch, which was released on November 13, developers announced the return of the fan-favourite Train map as well as adding five new community maps – one of which is modelled after the Scottish capital.
Created by Steam users Slimek, Peake and KlixX, the map is described as a “5v5 competitive defusal map set in a historic Scottish city”.
While their description may be vague the map’s creators have been able to accurately capture Edinburgh’s unique architecture, recreating locations around the city including Cockburn Street, the Grassmarket and, of course, Edinburgh Castle.
Other locations are less specific or include elements from other areas around the city, but landmarks such as Scott Monument and St Giles Cathedral can be spotted in the distance.
9. The Edin map creator's haven't forgotten Edinburgh's haunted history
Another shopfront is titled "Spooky Manor" | The Scotsman
10. CS2's Edin map accurately recreates the feel of areas such as Fleamarket Close
Taking players away from Rooster Street is Plumtree Close, which resembles a number of the city's many stairways | The Scotsman
11. Halfway up Plumtree Close
Plumtree Close in CS2 takes players toward Edinburgh Castle | The Scotsman
12. Players can even cut through a tenement
Inside one of the buildings included in the Edin CS2 map | The Scotsman