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Counter-Strike 2
Counter-Strike 2 Update
Apr 28, 2026 · Steam update tracked by Buffs & Bugs
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PATCH AT A GLANCE
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Cache
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Main focusMAPS · ANIMGRAPH 2 · SOUND
- 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.
What officially changed
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 Workshop (Update Notes)
ANIMGRAPH 2
Minor adjustments to viewmodel animations.
Talon and Karambit knives are now held correctly while defusing.
SOUND
Minor mix changes and adjustments.
Fixed issue where C4 equip sound was not getting interrupted by other equip sounds.
Removed first-person death sound effect that played in the case of music kit death cue being inaudible.
MISC
Shader fix for AO while using alpha test causing overly dark and chunky silhouettes, as seen on railings in Mirage.
Fixed a case where it was possible to hold no weapon by requesting a hand switch after throwing a grenade.
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