Official updateMay 29, 2026, 12:17 AM UTC

Counter-Strike 2 Update (May 29, 2026)

Added sticker bookmarking, spectator flashbang controls, stability fixes, and map updates.

Quick read

Added ability to bookmark stickers in Cologne 2026 Shop.
Added convar `r_spectator_flashbang_opacity` to control flashbang opacity for remote spectators.
Flashbang effect for remote spectators now renders underneath the HUD.
Stability improvements.
Ancient: Updated clipping to prevent certain boost locations.
Sanctum: Updated to the latest version from Steam Workshop (`https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/changelog/3643331442`).

This update adds sticker bookmarking, new spectator flashbang controls, stability improvements, and map updates.

General

Stickers: Added ability to bookmark stickers in Cologne 2026 Shop.
Stability: Stability improvements.

Spectator

New convar: Added r_spectator_flashbang_opacity to control flashbang opacity for remote spectators.
Rendering: Flashbang effect for remote spectators now renders underneath the HUD.

Maps

Ancient: Updated clipping to prevent certain boost locations.
Sanctum: Updated to the latest version from Steam Workshop (https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/changelog/3643331442).

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