Counter-Strike 2 is a shooter, tactical game developed by Valve, released in 2023. Available on PC. On this page you'll find the latest news, patch notes, seasons and in-game events for Counter-Strike 2, tracked and summarized by GameSight so you never miss what matters.
Bomb health is now visible before detonation, and explosions now interact with smoke and molotov fire — adjust your site defense and post-plant tactics around these new mechanics.
C4 explosions now deal reduced minimum damage and push dropped weapons further. Your post-plant and defense strategies may shift — test the new mechanics in your next game.
Season 5 is live with major changes: Cache replaces Overpass in the competitive map pool, and bomb damage is completely redesigned. The explosion now creates an expanding shockwave from the center instead of instant damage, fundamentally changing how close you can survive near the detonation.
New Champions Autograph stickers and Highlight Souvenir Charms from IEM Cologne 2026 are now available in the Major Shop. These limited cosmetics let you support your favorite teams and commemorate the tournament.