Counter-Strike 2 has rolled out a new update designed to significantly enhance user experience and boost security across its network. Key features of this update include several critical system enhancements and bug fixes.
One of the major changes introduced is the enhancement in how the game interfaces with the Counter-Strike and Steam networks. Notably, the game will now continue to connect to the Counter-Strike network even if the Steam servers are offline, ensuring that players can still engage in gameplay without interruption.
A noteworthy security update is the tightening of measures against accounts with violations. Accounts that are locked due to breaches of the Steam Subscriber Agreement are now barred from participating in secure server gameplay. This change aims to maintain a fair playing environment and deter malicious activities. The update message clarifies, “Your account will be locked, and you will be prohibited from playing on secure servers in response to a violation of the Steam Subscriber Agreement or until the account owner contacts Steam Support." This is a likely cause for bans among users who operate multiple accounts, as it's against Steam's user agreement.
Furthermore, the update has fixed a bug that caused the game’s graphics settings to improperly render weapon finishes, turning them black. This fix is expected to improve the visual quality and aesthetics of weapons during gameplay.
In addition to these changes, the update has improved the system's handling of inputs. Joystick inputs are now ignored by default to streamline gameplay, although users wishing to use joysticks can re-enable support through the -joy launch option.
The update also addressed a previous issue where the console command toggle would become unresponsive following a map veto phase in the Premier mode. Now, players can expect a smoother and more responsive experience when using console commands throughout the game phases.
Overall, this update, which is approximately 79.2 MB in size, has been well-received, as it addresses several long-standing issues and enhances both the security and the user experience of CS2 players.
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