9 First-Person Shooters Only Hardcore Gamers Can Play
6. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
Despite beginning its life as a Half-Life mod, Counter-Strike is one of the longest-running and most famous shooter series out there, and the latest of these popular MMOs, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, really raises the bar where difficulty is concerned.
New or casual players may be confused by this, as while the game seems simple enough at the beginning, the deeper nuances of its intricate mechanics only become apparent after many hours of play, and by that point, it'll be obvious just what a learning curve lies ahead of you.
Often described as a game that is easy to pick up and play, but hard to get truly good at, you'll have to unlearn a lot of what you know about modern FPS games in order to hold your own for any length of time in an online match.
From attack strategies to shooting mechanics to even moving around, everything takes a lot more getting used to than what you probably expect. Of course, as is the case for all games with a steep learning curve, finally finding your feet and achieving mastery over Counter-Strike's unique setup is an immensely rewarding feeling for players - so keep at it.