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CS2 - Prime Status and Free to Play

What is included with the free version of Counter-Strike 2?

Free Counter-Strike 2 players receive access to all game modes and matchmaking types with the exception of Premier Mode, which requires Prime Status to participate in.

What are the benefits of Prime Status?

Users with Prime Status are matchmade with and against only other Prime Status users in all game modes.

Prime users also earn XP, Competitive Skill Groups and Counter-Strike Rating, and are eligible for weekly care packages. These benefits apply exclusively to Prime users.

How do I add Prime Status to my account?

Prime Status can be purchased in-game or through the Steam Store.

Can I remove Prime Status from my account?

No. Currently there is no way to remove Prime Status from your account.

Can Prime and non-Prime users matchmake together?

Yes, but only if these users matchmake from a pre-made lobby. When a Prime and non-Prime user matchmake together the lobby is considered non-Prime and the resulting match would be with and against non-Prime users.

It is not possible for a non-Prime user to play in a Prime-only match.

Will I receive XP if I do not have Prime Status?

No. In order to receive XP and earn a Service Medal you must have Prime Status. Without Prime Status you will not receive XP from any game mode on any server.

Will I receive a Competitive Skill Group and Counter-Strike Rating if I do not have Prime Status?

No. Competitive Skill Groups and Counter-Strike Rating are only issued to users with Prime Status.

Will I receive weekly care packages if I do not have Prime Status?

No. In order to receive weekly care packages you must have Prime Status.
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