Imagine the frustration when your much-awaited game of Counter-Strike gets stuck during the download. A user ‘lsdgod420’ seemed to be in exactly this predicament when their Counter-Strike Cs2 would pause at the 27.55GB mark each time. They’d tried the usual list of tricks: reinstalling, verifying, and even rebooting, but it appeared the download gremlin was too stubborn.
Summary
- Many users suggest waiting patiently or trying different troubleshooting methods.
- Computer specs and operating system could be a hidden variable at play.
- Alternatives mentioned include clearer download cache, changing the download server, and installing on a separate drive.
Community Input
ExpensiveData suggests a grab-bag of possible solutions, including the universally hated solution of ‘patiently waiting’. They also suggested clearing the download cache, changing the download server, or installing on a separate drive. Direct quote here.
Note on System Configuration
UnKn0wN31337, rightfully so, pointed out that PC specs and the operating system could play a large role in this issue. A simple yet crucial fact that is often overlooked due to being too obvious. See comment here.
All About Directories
G_Matt1337 proposed a novel idea – to change the default directory of the game. By simply uninstalling the game and changing the directory before reinstalling, this might just shake the download gremlin off the track. Post can be found here
So, the next time you find yourself or a friend stuck at the 27.55GB mark, remember the Counter-Strike community has a cornucopia of reinforcements at hand. Whether it’s patience, playing with the download cache or server, querying system specs, or a directory diversion, help is just a subreddit away.