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Gameplay and Map Updates for Counter-Strike

Official: Counter-Strike 2 Update

Update July 20, 2026 View original on Steam
Market impact analysis

This update focuses exclusively on gameplay mechanics and community map adjustments. No changes to item economy, marketability, or trade-up mechanics were introduced.

GAMEPLAY

  • 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.


[ MAPS ]

Fachwerk

  • Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)

Boulder

  • Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)

Debris

  • Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop (Update Notes)

MISC

  • 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.