Browse
Back to updates

Animation System Beta Updates

Official: Counter-Strike 2 Update

Update April 14, 2026 View original on Steam
Market impact analysis

This update focuses exclusively on animation fixes and technical improvements within the beta branch. No changes to item supply, demand, or market mechanics are included.

The following changes are available in the animgraph_2_beta build. To opt into the beta build, follow the instructions here: https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/5A86-0DF4-C59E-8C4A

To report bugs or provide feedback about the beta build, please email csgoteamfeedback@valvesoftware.com with the subject "AG2 Beta".

ANIMGRAPH 2

  • Fixed wrong pose when backing into corners
  • Improved stuttering of 3rd person aim
  • Fixed main menu pistol poses
  • Added missing knife draw animations
  • Fix pop when running and switching weapons
  • Fix pop when switching weapons after throwing a grenade
  • Fixed head wobbling when planting C4
  • Fixed issue when holding inspect and changing weapons

OTHER

  • Fixed a case where it was possible to climb down ladders faster than before.

Please note that the client may produce a fatal error message when attempting to connect to a server running a different build.