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Counter-Strike 2 Update
GAMEPLAY Fixed a case where grenades could be thrown through level geometry MAPS Cache Fixed various gaps in map Fixed collision in various spots across map Fixed flickering on some assets Removed boost spot in Outside…
Patch notes32 changesFixGameplay - Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 Update
COLOGNE 2026 MAJOR 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 purch…
Store8 changesFixWorkshop - Counter-Strike 2
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…
Store3 changesBalance - Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 Update
GAMEPLAY 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. MAPS Fachwerk Updated to the latest version…
Patch notes7 changesBalanceGameplay - Counter-Strike 2
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 f…
Announcement4 changesGameplayWorkshop - Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 Update
MAPS 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 Co…
Security5 changesWorkshop - Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 Update
GAMEPLAY 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 dro…
Event7 changesFixMaps - Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 Update
PREMIER Premier Season Five has begun Added Cache to the Active Duty Map Pool Removed Overpass from the Active Duty Map Pool GAMEPLAY Re-designed effective range and extent of C4 explosion damage on all official defusal…
Event24 changesFixMaps - Counter-Strike 2
Season 5, Armory, and More
Reporting for Active Duty 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. Get out…
Patch notes7 changesFixMaps - Counter-Strike 2
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 l…
Announcement - Counter-Strike 2
Team Falcons' Finale
Steam post imageTaking 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…
Announcement1 changeMaps - Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 Update
COLOGNE 2026 MAJOR 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…
Store2 changes - Counter-Strike 2
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 un…
Announcement2 changesMaps - Counter-Strike 2
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, a…
Event2 changesMaps - Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 Update
COLOGNE 2026 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. MISC Added multi-select func…
Store5 changesFixBalance - Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 Update
COLOGNE 2026 Added ability to bookmark stickers in Cologne 2026 Shop. MISC Added convar r_spectator_flashbang_opacity to control flashbang opacity for remote spectators. Flashbang effect for remote spectators now render…
Store5 changesFixBalance
