Download CS 1.3

Counter-Strike 1.3 is a custom build inspired by the early days of the shooter. It is based on the stable CS 1.6 engine and brings back the retro look and sound while keeping the gameplay intact.

5 key enhancements

• Weapon models from CS 1.3 - classic shapes and textures from the early version.
• Main menu background from CS Beta 5 - a retro-style menu screen.
• Updated sounds - gunfire, reloading and footsteps from legacy CS builds.
• Old map textures - the atmosphere of early LAN-era gameplay.
• Custom launcher icon - a desktop icon styled after CS 1.3.

Compatibility and features

• Compatible with all Windows versions, from XP to Windows 11.
• Online multiplayer on 250+ active servers.
• Offline with bots, controlled via the H key or console.
• Full mod support - install your own maps, skins, HUDs and sounds.
• Built-in protection from malicious server commands.
• The interface and chat are in English, including nickname input.

Default elements

How is this different from clean CS 1.6?

Unlike a clean Counter-Strike 1.6, this build comes with pre-installed modifications - sounds, models, textures and other visual tweaks - ready to play out of the box. You can also find the next version, CS 1.4, here. If you prefer to customize manually, download a clean CS 1.6 client and install the mods yourself; this build just saves you the time.