P90
The P90 is a submachine gun available to both teams in Counter-Strike 2. Known for its enormous 50-round magazine and low recoil, the P90 is the most beginner-friendly weapon in the game, though it comes at a premium price for an SMG.
Overview
At $2,350, the P90 is the most expensive SMG and approaches rifle pricing. Its defining characteristics are a massive 50-round magazine and very low recoil, making it easy to use for players of all skill levels. The P90 is excellent for holding rushes and spraying through smoke, as its large magazine allows sustained fire that other weapons cannot match.
However, the P90 is considered suboptimal at higher levels of play due to its low damage, poor armor penetration, and the fact that a rifle can be purchased for a similar price.
Weapon Statistics
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $2,350 |
| Team | Both |
| Base Damage | 26 |
| Fire Rate | 857 RPM |
| Armor Penetration | 69% |
| Magazine Size | 50 / 100 |
| Reload Time | 3.3 seconds |
| Movement Speed | 230 units/s |
| Kill Reward | $300 |
Usage Tips
- The 50-round magazine allows continuous fire that can hold off entire rushes.
- Low recoil makes the P90 easy to spray, even for beginners.
- The P90 is effective when spraying through smoke due to its large magazine.
- At $2,350, the P90 is expensive for an SMG. Consider whether a FAMAS or Galil AR would be a better use of your money.
- The P90 has only a $300 kill reward (unlike the $600 of other SMGs), making it less economically efficient.
- Running accuracy is good, allowing aggressive play, but at medium-long range you will lose to rifles.
- The P90 is strongest in close-quarters combat and on maps with tight corridors.
Competitive Meta
The P90 is rarely seen in professional play but is popular in lower-ranked matchmaking. At higher levels, players prefer rifles for their superior damage and accuracy. The P90 is sometimes called the "noob weapon" due to its ease of use, but in the right situation (close quarters, smoke spam, anti-eco), it can be effective.