[ MAPS ] Boulder · Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop ( Update Notes ) Poseidon · Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop ( Update Notes ) [ GAMEPLAY ] · Fixed a case where player speed was too high when moving against walls.
[ GAMEPLAY ] · Fixed a case where grenades could be thrown through level geometry [ MAPS ] Cache · Fixed various gaps in map · Fixed collision in various spots across map · Fixed flickering on some assets · Removed boost spot in Outside A Shelter · Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop ( Update Notes ) [ MAP SCRIPTING ] · Added Instance.TracePlayer · Added Instance.OnWeaponP…
[ COLOGNE 2026 MAJOR ] · The Ranked Series stickers are now available for purchase. 50% of royalties are shared with players, teams, and the tournament organizer. · Items in the the Cologne 2026 Shop will be available for purchase until September 29th. [ MAP SCRIPTING ] · Fixed a bug where scripts would fail to load in tools mode until a manual recompile. [ MAPS ] Boulder · Updated to the lates…
[ 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 ver…
[ 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 ). Shelter · Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop ( Update Notes ). El Dorado · Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop ( Update Notes ). [ MISC ] · Various stability and security…
[ GAMEPLAY ] · Removed map-wide minimum one point of damage from new C4 explosions. · Fixed a case where new C4 damage was calculated incorrectly near boundaries to other map areas. · New C4 explosions now apply more force to dropped weapons. [ ARMORY ] · Adjusted the "Sniper Ahead" sticker visibility when scraped. [ MISC ] · Fixed a case where season medals were missing their gold tint on one…
[ PREMIER ] · Premier Season Five has begun · Added Cache to the Active Duty Map Pool · Removed Overpass from the Active Duty Map Pool [ GAMEPLAY ] · Re-designed effective range and extent of C4 explosion damage on all official defusal-mode maps. · Damage is now applied according to precomputed simulation values, baked into the compiled map. · Explosion shockwave damage now rapidly expands from…
[ COLOGNE 2026 MAJOR ] · Champions Autograph Stickers are now available for purchase in the Major Shop, congratulations to the Falcons! · Highlight Souvenir Charms are now available for purchase in the Major Shop, featuring 10 highlights for each of the six stages of the Cologne 2026 Major, and the Falcons' trophy-lifting moment.
[ COLOGNE 2026 ] · Added display of lowest and highest sticker price in the last 7 days in the Cologne 2026 Major Shop. · Added stickers showcase to the Cologne 2026 Major Hub tile on the main menu. [ MISC ] · Added multi-select functionality in Storage Units deposit/retrieve UI. · Added appropriate error message when user's inventory is full and they try to redeem Weekly Care Package rewards,…
[ COLOGNE 2026 ] · Added ability to bookmark stickers in Cologne 2026 Shop. [ MISC ] · Added convar r_spectator_flashbang_opacity to control flashbang opacity for remote spectators. · Flashbang effect for remote spectators now renders underneath the HUD. · Stability improvements [ MAPS ] Ancient · Updated clipping to prevent certain boost locations Sanctum · Updated to the latest version from S…
[ MAJOR ] · The IEM Cologne 2026 Major Hub is now available. Visit the hub to purchase tournament items, play the Pick'Em Challenge and more. · Purchase a Cologne 2026 Viewer Pass to receive an upgradable Cologne 2026 Coin. With an active pass, you can upgrade your coin and earn rewards by playing the Pick'Em Challenge. Additionally, you will show up on the Active Pass Leaderboard where you can…
[ MAPS ] Cache · Adjusted player and grenade collision. · Adjusted material blending to improve accuracy of footstep sounds. · Fixed several gaps reported by players. Ancient · Fixed a gap in the wall.
[ SPECTATING ] · Fixed a case of post-processing glitch when switching spectator targets on maps with different post-processing volumes. · Fixed a case of stuck x-ray silhouettes when switching spectator targets. · Fixed spectator damage overlay effect. [ MISC ] · Added weapon_accuracy_stack_boost_limit (default value "2") to apply ladder inaccuracy to players boosted by a stack of this many or…
[ MAPS ] Cache · Fixed various holes in map · Fixed surfacetypes for various materials. · Added grating to some windows to make them block bullets. · Tweaks to player and grenade clipping. [ MISC ] · Fixed a case where it was possible to cancel a grenade throw after the throw was started near the end of the pin pull animation. · Miscellaneous stability improvements. [ TOOLS ] · Fixed bug that p…
[ MAPS ] Cache · Fixed various holes in map. · Simplified grenade clipping in various areas. · Fixed sounds and surfacetypes for various materials. · Orange wire spool at Sandbags has been exchanged for white wire. [ MUSIC KITS ] · NIGHTMODE II Music Kits are now available for purchase in standard and StatTrak versions through the STORE tab. [ WORKSHOP ] · Fixed progressive refinement rendering…
[ MAPS ] Cache · Map-wide clipping fixes and geometry polish. · Fixed some spots where bomb would be unreachable when dropped. · Fixed dynamic shadows breaking in some spots. · Fixed some surface sound types. [ ANIMGRAPH 2 ] · Fixed hand popping when counter-strafing with a grenade equipped. [ MISC ] · Limit aim punch to 90 degrees. · Added secondary intersection trace for partially-occluded th…
[ MAPS ] Cache · Bomb explosion radius increased. · Lighting Adjustments around Vent. · Disabled player collision on sign and removed lamp by squeaky. · Reworked e-box on A-site for better visibility. · Lowered Checkers entrance frame height at B Main. · Removed AC unit above Sandbags and moved pipes. · Fixed lack of footstep sounds on top of crates at A-site. · Fixed hole in world on door in S…
[ MAPS ] Cache · Added Cache to Competitive, Casual, Deathmatch, and Retakes modes. Dust II · Uncovered Mid Box (Xbox) to reveal a previously hidden jump spot. On purpose this time. Office · Enabled collision on tarp on boxes used around CT spawn. Stronghold · Updated to the latest version from the Community Workshop ( Update Notes ) Poseidon · Updated to the latest version from the Community W…
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