Despite the backlash against verbal abuse in online gaming, CS:GO fans are clamoring for the return of a beloved feature in the upcoming Counter-Strike 2. The absence or presence of half-time voice chat will determine the success of the game for many players. A Reddit user named MikeMikeGaming made a passionate plea to Valve, accompanied by a video showcasing the intense and toxic interactions that were once a staple of the game.
Valve removed half-time and end-game voice chat from CS:GO in 2015, leaving players with only text chat to communicate with the enemy team. While the official reason for this decision was never disclosed, it was widely believed to be an attempt to combat the rampant toxicity in the game. However, a significant portion of the player base still longs for the return of this feature.
In March 2023, Valve definitively stated that half-time and end-game chat would not be making a comeback in CS2, responding to a player’s request with a resounding “No.” This means that players will have no choice but to express their frustrations through text chat during half-time or after the match.
The table below provides additional information about the removal of half-time voice chat in CS:GO:
| Date | Event |
|————|——————————–|
| 2015 | Valve removes half-time voice chat from CS:GO |
| March 2023 | Valve confirms no return of half-time voice chat in CS2 |
While some players may appreciate the absence of ear-splitting rage, there is a strong sentiment within the community that the game has lost a crucial element of its identity. Whether Valve will reconsider their decision remains to be seen, but for now, players will have to adapt to the limitations of text chat for their in-game communication.
Source: DOTESPORTS
