Counter-Strike 2 July 17 Update Patch Notes Adds Map, Modes and more
by Abinaya | Updated Jul 18, 2023
Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) is an first-person shooter video game developed by Valve Corporation, serving as the latest installment in the highly popular Counter-Strike series. The game was officially announced on March 22, 2023, with a planned full release scheduled for Summer 2023 and a limited test phase commencing on the same day.
Distinguished as the first game in the series to utilize Valve's advanced Source 2 game engine, Counter-Strike 2 introduces significant technological advancements compared to its predecessor, Global Offensive.
Notable features include the implementation of "sub-tick" net-code technology, enhancing the precision and responsiveness of online gameplay, as well as the introduction of new voxel-based volumetric smokes, creating a more immersive and visually stunning environment. Additionally, Counter-Strike 2 offers an enhanced toolset for map development, providing players with the means to create intricate and engaging levels.
Counter-Strike 2 July 17 Update Patch Notes
[ GAMEPLAY ]
Added Wingman game mode
[ MAPS ]
Added Overpass to Deathmatch, Casual, Wingman, and Competitive game modes
Added Vertigo to Deathmatch and Casual game modes
Removed Nuke and Office
[ WORKSHOP TOOLS ]
Enabled undo/redo buttons
Various bug fixes
[ MISC ]
Added the "Secondary Fire Hold" option to the input settings menu
The halftime countdown timer is now visible
Fixed a case where the camera would not interpolate correctly when switching between chase and roaming spectator modes.
Fixed a case where the viewmodel weapon would disappear for one frame when switching in-eye spectator targets.
Added leading zeroes on StatTrak module
Glove patterns and wear now more closely align with CS:GO versions
Various improvements to foil stickers
Various adjustments to the size of stickers applied to weapons
Counter-Strike 2 Gameplay
Counter-Strike 2 Map
Counter-Strike 2 features a diverse range of maps, each falling into one of three distinct categories. These maps are designed to offer players a combination of familiar environments and new experiences, showcasing the evolution of gameplay in Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 features a variety of map types, with some maps already available in the limited test phase and others confirmed for future release. Maps that have been identified in the game files and are likely to be available in the future are also listed. Maps that have undergone a complete overhaul are indicated in italics, showcasing the extensive improvements made to these particular environments.
Counter-Strike 2 July 17 Update Patch Notes - FAQ
The Wingman game mode was added.
Overpass was added to Deathmatch, Casual, Wingman, and Competitive game modes.
Vertigo was added to Deathmatch and Casual game modes.
Nuke and Office were removed.
- Undo/redo buttons were enabled.
- Various bug fixes were implemented.
Counter-Strike 2 is the latest installment in the popular first-person shooter series developed by Valve Corporation. It features the advanced Source 2 game engine and introduces significant technological advancements compared to its predecessor, Global Offensive.
The "Secondary Fire Hold" option was added.