Valve has released a major Counter-Strike 2 update, bringing the launch of Premier Season 5, the return of Cache, new Armory collections, community maps, gameplay changes, and more.
We've rounded up all the biggest changes below. You can also browse the new weapon skins on SkinSearch, compare prices across marketplaces, and find the best deals.
Season 5 Begins
Premier Season 5 is now live, giving players a fresh competitive season to climb the ranks. Alongside the new season comes one of the biggest gameplay changes in recent months: a complete rework of C4 explosion damage.
Instead of dealing damage in a simple radius, the bomb explosion now creates a shockwave that travels through the map. Walls and solid objects can block the blast, allowing players to survive in situations that previously would've been impossible. Your health bar will also preview whether you'll survive the explosion, making post-plant situations easier to read.
Cache Returns to the Active Duty Map Pool
One of Counter-Strike's most iconic maps is back.
Cache officially joins the Active Duty map pool, replacing Overpass in the Active Duty map pool for Premier play. Whether you're learning new lineups or revisiting old strategies, players will have plenty of fresh tactics to explore.
New Armory Collections
The Armory has received four brand-new collections, including two weapon collections and two sticker collections.
Arabesque Collection
The Arabesque Collection introduces a range of detailed weapon finishes inspired by intricate patterns and decorative artwork.
