Counter-Strike 2 update from 11/17/2023 (v1.39.7.1)

Gameplay

• Enhanced visual and audio cues for better gameplay feedback.
• Sniper scope bobbing reduced for smoother aiming.
• Corrected slow ducking issue in Toggle Duck Mode.
• Fixed grenade throwing inconsistencies.
• Grenades now behave more realistically around teammates.
• Fall damage can’t be avoided during bomb defusal.
• More predictable weapon dropping, especially when thrown downwards.
• Matches disrupted by network issues will be cancelled automatically.
• New sound effects for running and jumping on metal surfaces.

Animation

• Resolved a bug with the CZ75a deployment and inspection sequence.
• Improved animations for Shadow Daggers and Survival Knife.
• Fixed incorrect AWP and SSG zoomed-in animations.
• Revolver barrel now rotates with each shot.
• Animation bugs in community maps addressed.
• Corrected player shadow poses.

Misc

• Fixed bot behavior with knife-only settings.
• Enhanced visual clarity in demo replays.
• Improved performance of on-screen particle effects.
• Voice and text mute settings now work more reliably.
• Players immune to some damage types during half-time.
• Improved decal management for clearer visuals.
• Dead players’ visibility and smoke interaction adjusted.
• Enemy damage stats corrected for self/team damage.

UI

• Updated common chat phrases for clarity.
• New observer features for easier player tracking.
• Graphics driver update reminders for AMD and Nvidia users.
• Buy Menu and UI elements streamlined for better usability.
• Radar enhancements for clearer player directions.
• Fixed kill feed and round stats display issues.

Workshop

• Fixed sound event issues in workshop maps.
• New material settings for water effects.
• Workshop maps now support Wingman mode.
• Linux users can now enjoy workshop maps more easily.
• Added entities and convars for map creators.
• Fixed health display bugs.

Maps

Overpass, Ancient, Mirage, Office, Anubis, Inferno, Nuke, Vertigo: Various gameplay and visual improvements, bug fixes, and adjustments to enhance player experience and map interaction.