A standard, competitive game of Counter-Strike is typically played over two halves of 15 rounds each with each round having a time limit of 1 minute and 55 seconds. After 15 rounds of play, the two teams swap sides for up to 15 further rounds.

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive\n\n A classic CSGO professional match comprises two teams playing to win 16 rounds first. If they both reach 15, an overtime process takes place. This eliminates ties as a game-end condition and ensures a winner for every match.