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CS2 Update, September 9, 2026: Cache fixes and map scripting changes

Valve’s September 9, 2026 CS2 update fixes several issues on Cache, updates map scripting camera and HUD behavior, and changes chat handling in demo files.

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CS2 Update, August 24, 2026: Map Scripting Additions

This CS2 update adds new map scripting entities, APIs, and logging improvements, including custom HUD layouts and player camera control.

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CS2 Update, August 19, 2026: Boulder and Poseidon Workshop Updates

Valve shipped a small CS2 update on August 19, 2026 with Workshop map updates for Boulder and Poseidon, plus a gameplay movement fix.

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CS2 Update, August 12, 2026: Fachwerk and Shelter workshop updates

This CS2 update refreshes Fachwerk and Shelter to their latest Community Workshop versions, with linked changelogs for both maps.

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CS2 Update, August 3, 2026: grenade geometry fix and map scripting additions

This CS2 update fixes a grenade geometry issue, includes changes for Cache and Shelter, and adds a long list of map scripting functions and events.

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Cologne 2026 Ranked Series Stickers Now Available

Valve has added Cologne 2026 Ranked Series stickers, with lower prices than before and shop availability through September 29.

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