CS2 Update September 16, 2025
Counter-Strike 2 Update · 8 changes
Genesis Collection: 2Map Scripting: 2Ui: 2Sound: 1Misc: 1
GENESIS COLLECTION
The Genesis Collection is now available, featuring 17 finishes from community contributors.
Access items in the Genesis Collection via the Genesis Uplink Terminal, available as a weekly drop.
MAP SCRIPTING
Added cs_script, a JavaScript based scripting system for Counter-Strike maps.
Added script_zoo.vmap to demonstrate cs_script usage and functionality.
UI
Added ability to inspect another player's loadout when spectating.
Added zoom (mousewheel) and pan (shift+drag) to all inspect panels.
SOUND
Each grenade now has unique higher-fidelity sounds for draw, inspect, pin-pull, and throw.
MISC
Various improvements to subtick shooting consistency.
Valve's own notes, from the Counter-Strike 2 news on Steam. See Valve's post for images and videos.