Counter-Strike 2 Patch Notes

\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, SetEnabled, and SetIsControllingAngles.Added an 'observable' property to custom_hud_layout that controls whether an observer sees the UI as the spectated player sees it. Defaults to false.Fixed several bugs related to stale custom_hud_layout state when changing spectator targets.Added top-level custom_hud_layout classes driven by client state:HUD_BUYMENU_VISIBLEHUD_SCOREBOARD_VISIBLEcustom_hud_layout now always draws on top of the base HUD.\Chat is now encrypted in demo files using the same rules as CS:GO :Team chat is no longer readable when playing back demo files.Global chat is only readable in demo files when played back via the in-game watch UI.

\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.Can be configured to let the player look around from the scripted position.Added Instance.DelayAdded Instance.OnBombPlantStartAdded Instance.OnBombPlantAbortAdded Instance.OnBombDefuseStartAdded Instance.OnBombDefuseAbortAdded Instance.OnCustomHudClickedAdded Instance.IsDedicatedServerAdded Entity.MoveAdded Entity.GetMoveTypeAdded Entity.SetMoveTypeAdded CSPlayerPawn.GetC4Added CSPlayerPawn.GetDefuseTargetAdded CSPlayerPawn.IsBuyMenuOpenAdded CSPlayerPawn.GetCameraAdded C4.GetPlantStartTimeAdded C4.GetPlantFinishTimeAdded C4.AbortPlantAdded CustomHudLayout.SetHasClassAdded CustomHudLayout.SetHasClassForPlayerAdded CustomHudLayout.SetDialogVariableStringAdded CustomHudLayout.SetDialogVariableStringForPlayerAdded CustomHudLayout.SetInputCaptureEnabledAdded CustomHudLayout.IsInputCaptureEnabledAdded CSPlayerCamera.IsEnabledAdded CSPlayerCamera.SetEnabledAdded CSPlayerCamera.SetIsControllingAnglesAdded enum CSMoveTypeCorrected types for some events where parameters were maybe undefined.Errors encountered during initial script run are now logged to the console.Unhandled promise rejections are now logged to the console.Added the column number to errors caught during the CompileModule step of script loading.Deprecated planter from Instance.OnBombPlant eventDeprecated defuser from Instance.OnBombDefuse event

\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.

\FachwerkUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)ShelterUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)

\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 Notes)\Added Instance.TracePlayerAdded Instance.OnWeaponPickupAdded Instance.OnBombExplodeAdded Instance.SpawnGrenadeProjectileAdded dropper to Instance.OnWeaponDrop eventAdded hitEntity to Instance.OnGrenadeBounce eventAdded normal to Instance.OnGrenadeBounce eventAdded CSGrenadeProjectileBase.GetGrenadeTypeAdded CSGrenadeProjectileBase.GetThrowerAdded CSGrenadeProjectileBase.DetonateAdded CSPlantedC4.IsBombsiteAAdded CSPlantedC4.IsBombsiteBAdded CSPlantedC4.GetPlanterAdded CSPlantedC4.GetDefuserAdded CSPlantedC4.IsActiveAdded CSPlantedC4.IsExplodedAdded CSPlantedC4.IsDefusedAdded CSPlantedC4.GetPlantTimeAdded CSPlantedC4.GetExplodeTimeAdded CSPlantedC4.GetDefuseStartTimeAdded CSPlantedC4.GetDefuseFinishTimeAdded CSPlayerPawn.HasDefuserAdded CSPlayerPawn.SetHasDefuserAdded CSGrenadeType enumFixed a bug where Instance.RegisterCheatCommand would not work on script reload.Deprecated bounces from Instance.OnGrenadeBounce event.

\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 mode until a manual recompile. \BoulderUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)FachwerkUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)ShelterUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)\Fixed a bug which prevented some users from claiming Collection Catalog XP for The Dead Hand Collection.Fixed a bug that allowed malicious players to avoid being processed by VACnet.

\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 version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)DebrisUpdated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)\Added Workshop maps section to Play menu for Counter-Strike in Steam China.Added a shortcut to Community Servers list to Play menu for Counter-Strike in Steam China.

\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 from the Community Workshop (Update Notes).\Various stability and security fixes.

\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.

\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 effects would disappear when you got too close (e.g. the dirt on the barrels in Inferno Banana).Increased sticker rotation precision to allow half-degree increments on application screen.\Added Instance.QueueAfterThinksAdded Instance.OnWeaponDropAdded CSWeaponBase.GetOriginalOwnerFixed a crash when the name passed to Instance.RegisterCheatCommand collided with an existing command.Added file name and line number to errors caught during the CompileModule step of script loading.Removed support for deprecated vts assets.\Updated engine code to the latest version of Source 2\Removed community maps: Warden, Stronghold, Alpine, and Sanctum from all game modesAdded community maps Boulder, Fachwerk, and Shelter to Competitive, Casual, and Deathmatch modesAdded community maps Debris and El Dorado to Wingman modeCacheVarious clipping adjustmentsDust IIFixed pixel gap Outside TunnelClipping adjustment Outside TunnelInfernoClipping fix to prevent pixel boost at Top of Mid

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 the community answered! Head to the Armory, where you'll find two new weapon collections, Arabesque and Spy Tech. https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/caab8a836c22e0fa30b7ecce05d837a7e328682c.png Two new sticker collections, Fruits & Vegetables and Auto Racing, have also been added to the Armory. https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/6afa2c87197b36855fd352530302cfa6f46d2c3d.png Community Maps https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/3381077/68b88089a85428b03204d15de98ee27575f96554.png Speaking of the CS community, there are some new maps to try. Boulder, Fachwerk, and Shelter have been added to Competitive, Casual, and Deathmatch modes, while Debris and El Dorado are now available in Wingman. And More We've fixed some bugs, tweaked some maps, and scoreboard performance has been improved so you can check your stats as often as you like. Check out the release notes for all the details in today's 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' trophy-lifting moment.

\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 deposit/retrieve UI.Added appropriate error message when user's inventory is full and they try to redeem Weekly Care Package rewards, Armory items, or items in the Major Shop cart.Fixed number wrapping rules in some languages.

\Added ability to bookmark stickers in Cologne 2026 Shop.\Added convar r_spectator_flashbang_opacity to control flashbang opacity for remote spectators.Flashbang effect for remote spectators now renders underneath the HUD.Stability improvements\AncientUpdated clipping to prevent certain boost locationsSanctumUpdated to the latest version from Steam Workshop (Update Notes)