Counter-Strike 2 is the largest leap forward for the series in its history, launching as a free upgrade for CS:GO and ensuring commitment to the classic mod-derived franchise for years to come.
Some maps, like Overpass, have been rebuilt from the ground up with Source 2's state-of-the-art tools, whereas others, like Nuke, have received overhauls intended to modernise the map. A select few classics like Dust 2 have been kept largely the same, benefitting from increased lighting and readability but allowing a competent way to test gameplay changes between the titles.