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Steam · updatedCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Bomb defusal in Retakes mode will now instantly finish when there is sufficient time remaining in the round and no active utility remains to prevent the defuse.Reduced freeze time and round restart delay in Retakes mode.Pinging pet chickens during freeze time will request a tric
Read on Steam28/10/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Added an option to switch Silent Reload Mode between Hold and Toggle. With toggle enabled, once the silent reload starts you can let go of the reload button. To cancel a silent reload and go back to a fast reload, you can tap the reload button again.Fixed various cases where the
Read on Steam22/10/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Added Instance.PrecacheReturns a CSPrecache objectAdded CSPrecache.IsServerLoadingAdded CSPrecache.IsServerLoadedAdded CSPrecache.IsClientLoadingAdded CSPrecache.IsClientLoadedAdded CSPrecache.IsLoadedForAllAdded CSPrecache.ReleaseAdded CSHostageAdded CSHostage.IsBeingPickedUpAd
Read on Steam14/10/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Demo/Replay viewer improvements:Added a progress bar for demo/replay downloadsCamera controls now use click-and-drag schemeFree and chase camera are usable during a paused demoFixed some minor issues when seeking to a different position in the demo file\Round backup files now re
Read on Steam08/10/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Added a ping icon for dropped defuse kitsReduced the time for AUG reload by half secondFixed the sound event during silent reload for Desert EagleFixed a case of buzzing soundscape sounds during demo playbackClipping fixes for Rush mapsLocalization updatesStability updates
Read on Steam05/10/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Pet photobook pages now have localized text art.Added play menu buttons to manage downloaded Workshop maps.Adjusted VK shader cache extension flags.
Read on Steam02/10/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Agents now wear their equipped gloves during the photobooth photography sessions and in buy menuFixed grenade crosshair rendering when crosshair thickness is set to 3 pixelsFixed formatting of titles in commend and report dialogsImproved lighting in the Warehouse mapUpdated work
Read on Steam30/09/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Various clipping fixes in Rush maps\Fixed visualization of weapon inaccuracy + spreadAdded crosshair outline color optionAdded a new style "Static Quadrant"Enabled grenade crosshairs in freeze time for insta-smokes (just hold any grenade attack button)Allowed negative gaps for c
Read on Steam28/09/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Fixed pixel-gaps in various Rush rooms.Clipping adjustments in T/CT Castle rooms.
Read on Steam25/09/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Various gap fixes and clipping adjustments.\Fixed some cases where loud reloads would persist while trying to stealth reload.\Added sv_clantags_enabled option so custom servers can disable clan tags.The eggs of background players in main menu lobbies now rest in nests.
Read on Steam24/09/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Added a better description of the rules to the loading screen.Adjusted rules for determining when to kick players due to team damage.Various clipping adjustments.\Fixed a case where it was possible to get a slightly faster silent reload by tapping the reload button before holdin
Read on Steam23/09/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Increased the maximum countdown-after-elimination time from 7 seconds to 14 seconds on end rooms and Convoy.The countdown-after-elimination time does not activate in cases where an entire team dies to suicides, team kills, and/or disconnects.Warmup time once all players have con
Read on Steam22/09/2026 · Community AnnouncementsRush Hour
Put your foot on the gas and floor it. Welcome to Rush, a new fast-paced 3v3 queued mode for CS2. Experience the push and pull as you advance through a gauntlet of randomly-selected battle arenas, and dominate your opponent to win the match! Make the most of your limited budget a
Read on Steam22/09/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Updated the map selection process to give players more opportunities to play maps they've been learning.Map selection process:Team 1 picks one mapTeam 2 picks two mapsTeam 1 picks a final map. One of the four maps will be randomly selected and the match will begin.\Rush is a fas
Read on Steam09/09/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\CacheFixed various gaps in map.Fixed a wallbang spot on B site.Added a missing competitive CT spawn point.Added additional T spawn points.\Reworked CSPlayerCamera:Renamed it to CustomPlayerCamera.Added GetPlayer, GetMode, SetMode, and SetFollowConfig.Deprecated IsEnabled, SetEna
Read on Steam24/08/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Added custom_hud_layout entity:custom_hud_layouts are the entry point for scripted maps to provide custom UI.Panel, Label, Image, and Button panel types are supported.Styling with css is supported.Events and client side scripting are not supported.Maintains state during tools mo
Read on Steam19/08/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\BoulderUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)PoseidonUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)\Fixed a case where player speed was too high when moving against walls.
Read on Steam12/08/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\FachwerkUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)ShelterUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)
Read on Steam03/08/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Fixed a case where grenades could be thrown through level geometry\CacheFixed various gaps in mapFixed collision in various spots across mapFixed flickering on some assetsRemoved boost spot in Outside AShelterUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Note
Read on Steam29/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\The Ranked Series stickers are now available for purchase. 50% of royalties are shared with players, teams, and the tournament organizer.Items in the the Cologne 2026 Shop will be available for purchase until September 29th.\Fixed a bug where scripts would fail to load in tools
Read on Steam29/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCologne 2026: Ranked Series
https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/81b4cf3f2d2130bd4aed48bad3d2d5e5ee061756.png Today we're shipping the Ranked Series of Cologne 2026 Major stickers--new stickers that indicate a team's final standing in the design. As with all items in the Cologne 2026 Shop, 50%
Read on Steam20/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\The bomb damage health preview is now revealed when the bomb becomes audible.The bomb explosion now interacts with smoke grenade clouds and molotov/incendiary fire. \FachwerkUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)BoulderUpdated to the latest vers
Read on Steam16/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCall II Arms-ory
Last week we released new weapon and sticker collections from our previous Call to Arms-ory. Congratulations to the artists who had their items included! Now that these items are available, we're looking for new items for one new weapon collection: - Fairy Tales And two new stick
Read on Steam15/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\FachwerkUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes).BoulderUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes).ShelterUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes).El DoradoUpdated to the latest version
Read on Steam09/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Removed map-wide minimum one point of damage from new C4 explosions.Fixed a case where new C4 damage was calculated incorrectly near boundaries to other map areas.New C4 explosions now apply more force to dropped weapons.\Adjusted the "Sniper Ahead" sticker visibility when scrap
Read on Steam08/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Premier Season Five has begunAdded Cache to the Active Duty Map PoolRemoved Overpass from the Active Duty Map Pool\Re-designed effective range and extent of C4 explosion damage on all official defusal-mode maps.Damage is now applied according to precomputed simulation values, ba
Read on Steam08/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsSeason 5, Armory, and More
Reporting for Active Duty https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/bace68e72c87d8b04e5b28953e2de63dda54d9c8.png Cache has officially arrived, and replaces Overpass in the active duty map pool. Put your hard-earned strats to the test and rise through the Premier ranks in
Read on Steam03/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsThe Jackass Sticker Capsule
https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/cc6a469cea898157d07b667ed256a3801cd737e2.png Today we’re excited to release the Jackass Sticker Capsule in association with Paramount Games Studio, Jackass graphic artist Andy Jenkins, and community artist TheDanidem. Celebrating
Read on Steam01/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsTeam Falcons' Finale
https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/97e2906ad1381f57c881ca5049649e1d38001ac3.jpgTaking on the toughest Playoff bracket in Major history, the Falcons made a triumphant statement at the IEM Cologne 2026 Major. Facing the defending Major Champions in the Quarterfinals
Read on Steam01/07/2026 · Community AnnouncementsCounter-Strike 2 Update
\Champions Autograph Stickers are now available for purchase in the Major Shop, congratulations to the Falcons!Highlight Souvenir Charms are now available for purchase in the Major Shop, featuring 10 highlights for each of the six stages of the Cologne 2026 Major, and the Falcons
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