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- AnnouncementMapsMap ScriptingMisc
Counter-Strike 2 Update
Cache Fixed various gaps in map. Fixed a wallbang spot on B site. Added a missing competitive CT spawn point. Added additional T spawn points. Renamed it to CustomPlayerCamera. Added GetPlayer, GetMode, SetMode, and SetFollowConfig…
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- AnnouncementMap Scripting
Counter-Strike 2 Update
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…
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- AnnouncementMapsGameplay
Counter-Strike 2 Update
Boulder Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes) Poseidon Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes) Fixed a case where player speed was too high when moving against walls.
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- AnnouncementMaps
Counter-Strike 2 Update
Fachwerk Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes) Shelter Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)
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- AnnouncementGameplayMapsMap Scripting
Counter-Strike 2 Update
Fixed a case where grenades could be thrown through level geometry Cache Fixed various gaps in map Fixed collision in various spots across map Fixed flickering on some assets Removed boost spot in Outside A Shelter Updated to the latest…
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- AnnouncementCologne 2026 MajorMap ScriptingMapsMisc
Counter-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…
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- AnnouncementStickersMajor
Cologne 2026: Ranked Series
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% of the royalties support the teams, players and…
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- AnnouncementGameplayMapsMisc
Counter-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. Fachwerk Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop…
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- AnnouncementStickersSkins
Call 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…
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- AnnouncementMapsMisc
Counter-Strike 2 Update
Fachwerk Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes). Boulder Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes). Shelter Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update…
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- AnnouncementGameplayArmoryMiscStickers
Counter-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…
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- AnnouncementPremierGameplayArmoryWorkshop
Counter-Strike 2 Update
Premier Season Five has begun Added Cache to the Active Duty Map Pool Removed Overpass from the Active Duty Map Pool Damage is now applied according to precomputed simulation values, baked into the compiled map. Explosion shockwave damage…
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- AnnouncementStickersArmorySkinsMaps
Season 5, Armory, and More
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 CS2's newest battlefield. Season 5 has arrived with some explosive changes to…
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- AnnouncementStickers
The Jackass Sticker Capsule
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 the release of jackass: best and last, the Jackass…
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- AnnouncementStickersCharmsMajor
Team Falcons' Finale
Taking 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, Falcons defeated Vitality 2-1, with each map taking…
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- AnnouncementCologne 2026 MajorStickersCharmsMajor
Counter-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…
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- AnnouncementStickersMajor
The IEM Cologne 2026 Grand Finals
Following one of the most unforgettable days in Major playoff history, Saturday's Semifinals left two teams standing in pursuit of a Major Championship. After losing the opening map of their Playoffs, FURIA have been unbeaten, rallying…
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- AnnouncementStickersMajor
Playoffs at the "Cathedral of Counter-Strike"
Playoffs at the IEM Cologne 2026 Major begin tomorrow and the "Cathedral of Counter-Strike" awaits. For the second consecutive Major, FURIA and Team Spirit finished Stage III with perfect 3-0 records. Aurora, Falcons, and Vitality finished…
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- AnnouncementCologne 2026MiscStickersMajor
Counter-Strike 2 Update
Added display of lowest and highest sticker price in the last 7 days in the Cologne 2026 Major Shop. Added stickers showcase to the Cologne 2026 Major Hub tile on the main menu. Added multi-select functionality in Storage Units…
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