CS2 Update Tracker
Latest patch notes pulled from the official Steam news feed for Counter-Strike 2.
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 "Sniper Ahead" sticker visibility when scraped.\Fixed a case where season medals were missing their gold tint on one of the bars.Fixed a case where the scoreboard wouldn't update while open.Various stability improvements.
Read full patch notesCounter-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, baked into the compiled map.Explosion shockwave damage now rapidly expands from the center of the explosion instead of being applied instantly.Fixed case where picking up dropped weapons through the Buy Menu would fail to complete.\Added two new weapon collections based on the recent Call to Arms community announcement: Spy Tech + ArabesqueAdded two new sticker collections based on the recent Call to Arms community announcement: Fruits & Vegetables + Auto RacingTrain 2025 and Sport & Field weapon collections are no longer available in the ArmorySugarface 2 and Elemental Craft sticker collections are no longer available in the Armory\Updated "Custom Paint Job Extended" Added option to include a dedicated overlay mask texture Added option to set unique overlay UV randomization separate from albedo UV randomization \Reduced the performance cost of showing the scoreboard.Fixed a case where material blending effec...
Read full patch notesSeason 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 CS2's newest battlefield. Get out of there, it's gonna blow! https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/ace20715ffc694f3f4b2cad5e1f0db5c00340b00.png Season 5 has arrived with some explosive changes to CS2--bomb damage has been completely reworked. Now, when the bomb detonates, an explosive wave of destruction will flow from the bombsite through the map. As before, if you're too close to the bomb when it explodes, you're toast--but the shockwave dissipates around corners and doesn't go through walls, so at a certain distance you can use your wits to survive. Or, if you're not confident your wits are up to the task, check your health bar which will flash a preview of how well you'll fare after the blast. Answering the Call https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/33b94ca261b8ca57c089ed7e139717bb51915bc4.png We sent out a call to arms recently for some new weapon and sticker collections, and...
Read full patch notesThe 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 the release of jackass: best and last, the Jackass Sticker Capsule contains 39 stickers referencing iconic Jackass moments. Whether it’s an airhorn on a golf course or a trip down Electric Avenue, there’s something for every jackass in here; even you!
Read full patch notesTeam 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, Falcons defeated Vitality 2-1, with each map taking 24 rounds to determine a winner. The Semifinals weren't any easier, where the Falcons met Team Spirit in a best of three that saw two maps go to Overtime. In the end, the Falcons outlasted Team Spirit 16:12 on Dust II, taking the series 2-1 and booking their first appearance in the Grand Finals. In the Grand Finals the Falcons left no doubt, defeating FURIA 3-0 to claim the organization's first Major Championship. https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/1a646666feb18ff678ffee27f43faa3c8b0e1560.png To celebrate the closing of the Cologne Major, new items are available in the Major Shop: the IEM Cologne 2026 Champions Autograph stickers (featuring Paper, Holo, Foil, and Gold autographs from Falcons players), and IEM Cologne 2026 Highlight Charms (featuring 10 highlights for each of the six stages of the Cologne 2026 Major, and the Falcons' troph...
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