Simple explanation for it's widespread use.
Old game, cheap, low system requirements, and easily spread (like a virus), sure eventually everyone has it and plays it, but it's nothing to be proud of, kinda like Herpes. Does it mean it's better than UT2K4, D3, etc. no, it's just means it's a plague.
I've played it, and the only people with the power to play other games who still play it are those who can't let go and move on, and those who love to cheat. The rest of us have moved on, and hopefully these clones will to once HL2 comes out, but probably not, because the majority of CSers don't have a system good enough to make the most of it.
It's like a religion, CS players the Heaven's Gate cult of the gaming world. Be sure to leave your ballz at the door! :tongue:
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