Counter-Strike 2 Pre-Release Update

✦AI summary2w

Pre-release update focusing on engine optimization, C4 defuse mechanics, UI refinements, and extensive map scripting enhancements.

▲Buffs6

UI
- Major Highlight clips can now be accessed directly from the Spectator Loadout.→Added
- Improved visibility of the selected player in the Team Counter.
- The Inventory context menu now opens relative to the cursor position for better usability.
Map Scripting
- Updated cs_script enums to be importable and behave like TypeScript enums, improving developer workflow.→TypeScript compatible
- Added several new enums including CSRoundEndReason and CSHitGroup to expand map scripting capabilities.→Added
- Enhanced OnBeforePlayerDamage to allow scripts to receive and modify damage types and flags.→Modified

▼Nerfs1

C4Defusing the C4 now lowers the viewmodel, prevents scoping, and introduces a 150ms firing delay after exiting the defuse, making it riskier to defuse under fire.→Added restrictions

◆Other changes3

Engine
- Reworked bullet penetration simulation to optimize CPU performance.
- Improved core utilization for particle and sound effects, reducing CPU spikes during combat.
UIThe HUD weapon mode indicator has been moved to the ammo count for a cleaner interface.Separate→Ammo count

subjects affected (4)

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C41 Engine2 UI4 Map Scripting3

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Counter-Strike 2 · Oct 13, 2025

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