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Counter-Strike 2

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Game details

  • Description Coordinated squads complete bomb/hostage objectives while managing in-round economy and relying on precise aim, movement, and skillful coordination; Source 2 tech adds sub-tick networking and dynamic volumetric smoke for responsive, modernized play.
  • Genre FPS, Shooter, Multiplayer, Competitive, Action, Team-Based
  • Developer Valve
  • Publisher Valve
  • Release Date Sep 27, 2023
  • Free to Play Yes

Latest updates

Counter-Strike 2 Update

Map Scripting
  • 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 mode reloads.
  • Added cs_player_camera entity:
  • Gives control of a player's view without moving their pawn. ...

Counter-Strike 2 Update

Maps

Boulder

  • Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop [Update Notes]

Poseidon

  • Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop [Update Notes]
Gameplay
  • Fixed a case where player speed was too high when moving against walls.

Counter-Strike 2 Update

Maps

Fachwerk

  • Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop [Update Notes]

Shelter

  • Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop [Update Notes]

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 A

Shelter

  • Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop [Update Notes]
Map Scripting
  • Added Instance.TracePlayer
  • Added Instance.OnWeaponPickup ...

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 purchase until September 29th.
Map Scripting
  • Fixed a bug where scripts would fail to load in tools mode until a manual recompile.
    Maps

    Boulder ...

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 from the Community Workshop [Update Notes]

Boulder ...