Dual Berettas - The Legendary Dual-Wielded Pistols in Counter-Strike

Dual Berettas - The Legendary Dual-Wielded Pistols in Counter-Strike

By Marcus Chen

March 13, 2025 at 09:54 PM

The Dual Berettas are semi-automatic pistols in the Counter-Strike series, featuring two Beretta pistols wielded simultaneously. Originally exclusive to Terrorists, they became available to both teams in Global Offensive.

Dual Berettas from Counter-Strike game

Dual Berettas from Counter-Strike game

Key Features:

  • Cost: $300 in CS:GO (reduced from $800 in previous versions)
  • Damage: 38-43
  • Magazine capacity: 30 rounds (15 per pistol)
  • High rate of fire and large ammo capacity
  • Effective at close range
  • Long reload time

Advantages:

  • High magazine capacity
  • Good mobility while shooting
  • Effective during pistol rounds
  • Strong close-range performance
  • Low recoil in CS:GO

Disadvantages:

  • Poor accuracy at long range
  • Significant damage drop-off
  • Longest reload time among pistols
  • Limited armor penetration
  • Cannot be used with Tactical Shield

Tactical Tips:

  • Best used for close-range combat
  • Aim for the head in close encounters
  • Spray at close range to maximize effectiveness
  • Reload in safe positions due to long reload time
  • Effective as a backup weapon for snipers
  • Strong choice for pistol rounds in CS:GO

Historical Note: The weapons are based on the Beretta 92 series, specifically the M9A1 variant in CS:GO. The dual-wielding concept was inspired by Hong Kong action films, particularly those directed by John Woo.

Game Updates: Recent CS:GO updates have improved the weapon's viability by:

  • Reducing price to $300
  • Increasing armor penetration
  • Improving firing sound fidelity
  • Adding unique reload sounds
  • Enhancing overall balance

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