Counter-Strike 2 is one of the most exciting Counter-Strike 2 with regular updates and additions, testing how different game modes and maps work within the most recent build. The developers added some popular reworked maps like Over and Vertigo recently, but it looks like the time to test other features has come. CS2 has now removed such maps as well as the 2v2 Wingman game mode, implementing other overhauled areas instead.
With the Counter-Strike 2 release date approaching, it's no wonder that Valve has regularly been rolling updates out for the limited test. The most recent one came yesterday, bringing with it a couple of new iconic maps to replace Over and Vertigo. Players with access to the closed test can now explore both Ancient and Anubis in various game modes. Unfortunately, you can also no longer play the 2v2 Wingman mode if you are one of the limited testers, as it was removed with the patch. The release notes detail some other changes, too, like animation improvements.
Counter-Strike 2 patch notes – Wednesday, 2 August 2023
Gameplay
- Disabled Wingman
Maps
- Added Anubis to Deathmatch, Casual, and Competitive game modes
- Added Ancient to Deathmatch and Casual game modes
- Removed Over and Vertigo
Miscellaneous
- Taught chickens how to swim
- Weapons splash when dropped in the water
- Adjusted grenade/water interaction sounds
Animation
- Improved head animation when crouching while running
- Improved foot animation when quickly alternating between standing still and moving
You can view the full Counter-Strike 2 patch notes for a more in-depth look at the limited test changes here directly from Valve on Steam. Hopefully, more players gain access to the beta and we see other positive adjustments made.
While you wait to gain access yourself to the highly anticipated FPS, you can read up on all the multiplayer games to check out with some of your friends.