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Jul 16, 2025 · 11mo ago

Counter-Strike 2 Update

+2 buff −2 nerf 2 other

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Premier Season Three launch featuring map pool rotations, MP9 nerfs, and CT economy buffs.

▲Buffs2

Incendiary GrenadeFire now spreads more rapidly, increasing the area denial effectiveness of the grenade.→Increased
Counter-TerroristsCTs now receive a $50 team award for every Terrorist eliminated, boosting the overall team economy.0→50 gold

▼Nerfs2

MP9
- Increased recoil magnitude makes the weapon harder to control during sustained fire.→Increased
- jumping:Substantially reduced accuracy while jumping, discouraging 'run-and-gun' playstyles.→Reduced

◆Other changes2

OverpassOverpass has been added back to the Active Duty Map Pool for competitive play.→Added
AnubisAnubis has been removed from the Active Duty Map Pool.Active→Removed

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