FAQ
What is CSPromod, anyway?
CSPromod (CSP, for short) is a 100% custom-coded Source engine modification. Its goal is to bring the gameplay, feel, and competitive spirit of the original Counter-Strike to the Source engine, along with improved graphics and new features.
When will CSPromod Beta 1.04 be released?
The release date for the next installment of CSP will be announced as soon as the game’s ready. While this may be frustrating to some of you, we see it as an appropriate release philosophy, especially given the history of our initial release. While we can’t provide a release date right now, we can absolutely promise that as soon as we have one, it’ll be announced immediately on CSPromod.com. In the meantime, we ask that you please do not spam our forums with posts regarding the release date.
What do I need to play CSPromod?
A legitimate, Steam-based copy of Counter-Strike: Source by Valve Software.
Does CSPromod run on Windows Vista?
Yes XP, Vista, and Windows 7, confirmed.
How do I install CSPromod?
If you choose to download our .EXE installer, simply open up the file and follow the on-screen instructions. If you elect to download our .RAR archive, the CSPromod folder must be extracted to:
C:Program FilesSteamSteamAppsSourceMods
PLEASE NOTE: This assumes that you originally installed steam to the default location.
Once you have finished installing (via the .EXE) or extracting (via the .RAR), simply restart steam and CSPromod will appear on your games list.
What sort of development platform does CSPromod use?
CSP has been completely, 100% custom-coded in C++ on Valve Software’s Source engine (Half-Life 2: Episode 1 version) . Our developers utilize Visual Studio 2005 to compile the game’s source code. Our long-term goals include (eventually) porting CSP’s code over to the Half-Life (Episode 2) version of the Source engine.
Does CSPromod feature a built in anti-cheat client?
CSP fully supports Valve’s VAC system, and is committed to working with any leagues, tournament organizers, or event service provides that offer their own anti-cheat clients.
What layouts are you using for the official CSPromod Maps?
CSPromod’s official maps feature near-identical layout recreations of their original CS 1.6 counterparts, with enhanced graphics that do not affect gameplay or FPS in a negative way.
Will CSP feature map X? It’s my favorite!
Mapping is not limited to any one person, as with any other version of CS over the years. The CSPromod development team believes that the competitive community has only begun to explore some of the great possibilities in mapping, and actively encourages independent level designers to contribute their time towards enriching our project. Take a look at our website’s mapping section to see some of the users who have already started creating maps for CSP. We have also already seen custom CSPromod maps begin to appear on FPSBanana.
The CSPromod Beta 1.04 release will include five official maps (dust2, inferno, nuke, season, and train). Additional official maps will be added in the future based on independent submissions and community feedback.
Is every single boost location from the original Counter-Strike 1.6 maps replicated in CSPromod’s official maps?
Due to the nature of CSPromod as a competitive, professional, spectator-friendly version of Counter-Strike, boosts that previously allowed for map exploits have either been fixed, or not included. All boosts that didn’t previously allow for map exploits are possible in CSPromod.
As with all aspects of the game, nothing is set in stone with regards to these boosts. Once the game is fully stable, all aspects will be tweakable depending on community polls. The beauty of CSP is that it can evolve into what the community wants based on collective input.
Does CSP feature wall spamming/banging)?
Yes?
Do grenades also do damage through walls in CSPromod?
Yes.
Do AI-controlled bots currently work in CSPromod?
As of now, it’s possible to add bots to any server, but they don’t have any artificial intelligence (meaning that they spend most of their time running around and shooting randomly). Adding bot AI is in the project’s long-term plans.
Does CSPromod work with SourceTV?
Yes. Basic support for spectating matches is already in place. However, the project’s long-term plans are to greatly expand, polish and customize the spectator aspect of the game.
Does jumping make any type of sound in CSPromod?
No, and it never will.
Does CSPromod feature a jump delay penalty?
Yes, although it’s currently not as extreme as 1.6’s. As with all features of the game, this is tweakable depending on community input.
Is disguising footstep sounds possible in CSPromod?
No. There is no way to disguise or mask footstep sounds in CSPromod (aside from +duck and +walk).
Has the “duckhop” feature (the ability to jump slightly by tapping +duck) been included in CSPromod?
Yes. However, it is not possible to exploit this feature to mask player movement sounds.
Is there any restriction on the number of players who can simultaneously boost in CSPromod?
No. Only a skybox or physical ceiling can limit players from boosting.
Why are there weapons missing in CSP?
Based on knowledge common weapon usage in competitive and professional play, the decision was made to initially only include the following weapons:
USP
Glock
Deagle
MP5
Famas
Galil
M4a1
AK47
AWP
Once these weapons are perfected, others can be implemented according to community input.
I think the next version should feature:
– Rocket Launchers
– Spaceships
– Pink Elephants
– Etc…
As far as feature requests go, we’re already working very hard to replicate and reverse-engineer the “feel” and gameplay mechanics of the original Counter-Strike. Until this process is complete, we most likely won’t focus on any completely new features. We’re not ignoring you – the time for feature requests, changes and polls will come when we’re ready.
How can I help or support CSPromod?
There are many ways by which you can help CSP, even if you aren’t a game developer, including:
- Spread the word
- Make a custom map (or a map layout, if you can’t map)
- Make suggestions and share your ideas in our community forum
- Join our pages/groups on Twitter, Facebook, ModDB, YouTube, and the Steam Community
- Idle our IRC channel: #cspromod on irc.gamesurge.net