Dual Berettas: The Twin Pistols of Counter-Strike Franchise
The Dual Berettas are paired semi-automatic pistols available in the Counter-Strike series. Originally exclusive to Terrorists, they became available to both teams in Global Offensive.
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
- High rate of fire and large ammo reserve
- Effective at close range
- Based on Beretta M9A1 pistols in inox steel
Advantages:
- High rate of fire
- Large magazine size
- Good mobility
- Effective for spraying and moving
- Strong choice during pistol rounds
Disadvantages:
- Limited accuracy at range
- High damage dropoff
- Long reload time
- Cannot be used with Tactical Shield
- Less effective against armored opponents
Tactical Tips:
- Best used at close range
- Aim for the chest/head in close combat
- Avoid long-range engagements
- Reload in safe positions due to long reload time
- Effective as a backup weapon for snipers
- Strong choice during pistol rounds due to high mobility
Historical Notes:
- Based on the Beretta 92 series of pistols
- Inspired by Hong Kong action films featuring dual-wielded Berettas
- Available to both teams since CS:GO
- Features unique "PIETA BARDOTTA" and "GORDON F" markings as Half-Life references
The Dual Berettas excel in close-quarter combat and pistol rounds, offering good mobility and high damage potential when used correctly. Their limitations at range and against armored opponents make them situational but effective weapons in the right hands.
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