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Mar 18, 2026 · 3mo ago

Counter-Strike 2 Update

+4 buff −1 nerf 1 other

✦AI summary2mo

Major overhaul to reloading mechanics and the introduction of limited map guides in Competitive and Retake modes.

▲Buffs4

WeaponryThe fill-level of the current weapon is now displayed below the ammo count for better visibility.→Added
Map Guides
- Limited map guides are now available in Competitive and Retakes for the first 5 rounds of the half.→Competitive/Retakes
- Minimal starter map guides have been added for all Active Duty maps to assist players.→Added
Workshop MapsPlayers can now join friends playing Practice or Workshop maps through the friends menu if Open Party is enabled.→Friends Menu

▼Nerfs1

WeaponryReloading now discards the remaining magazine contents, encouraging players to be more mindful of ammo usage.partial reload→full magazine discard

◆Other changes1

WeaponryReserve ammunition representation has been updated to reflect magazines, shells, or bullets based on the weapon type.total bullets→magazines/shells/bullets

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