So getting the scrapmas thing out of the way:
LinkNow here's the good stuff. CSGO is now free, and has a battle royale in it. Now if you don't like csgo or already know everything about this update, then move along. This is just my take on it.
Pros: Small map and small player count. The map is easy to learn, and the small player count result in shorter matches.
The money system. This is really useful. Buying weapons, ammo, and stuff to block other people's signal is a good way to help your survival. Every upgrade on there serves a purpose, and depending where you are, they'll help.
The fact it's free. I just played a game solo and with a friend. Got 1st both times. This might be because everyone else is new, or they don't know the map, or because I'm actually not too bad at csgo, it could be anything. The fact it's free leaves no excuse for you to not at least try it.
Cons: The fact it's free. I haven't done so yet, but I'm sure I'll see a cheater. It's just even easier for cheaters now.
Mechanics. This is actually both a pro and a con. Unlike in some games where you'd maybe open a case with F or E or whatever, you need to either punch the small ones open, or shoot or blow up the longer large ones. This is an interesting mechanic, but because I didn't know about the long one, I was pressing every button on my keyboard wondering wtf to do.
Overly aggressive optimisation. Not too bad of a thing, but sometimes while going through "area portals" as they're known, the game wouldn't update itself fast enough and it'd flash while real quick. Again, not too bad of a thing, but enough to mention.
Anyway that's all I can say. You can say more in the comments if you want. See ya!