Counter-Strike 2<\/em>‘s first major update since the PGL Copenhagen Major wrapped a month ago has arrived chock-full of huge changes to the game, including the first Active Duty map pool adjustment since CS2<\/em> landed and the return of the Overwatch system.<\/p>
Iconic map Dust 2 will make its return to the Active Duty pool<\/a> for the first time since the new version of the map was floated during the game’s elongated beta, with Overpass the unfortunate victim. Ongoing tournaments ESL Pro League Season 19<\/a> and ESL Challenger Melbourne<\/a> will remain on the previous map pool and patch but expect to see plenty more Dust 2 in Premier and in professional play.<\/p>
Overwatch, the player-controlled policing system used throughout CS:GO<\/em>, has returned, allowing players a chance to judge their peers in cases regarding cheating and griefing. While it’s no substitute for an anti-cheat like VAC (which has received a few upgrades) it’s a welcome addition as Valve struggles to deal with a cheating epidemic infecting CS2<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>
Below you’ll find all changes<\/a> as part of the April 25 “On The Other Hand” update for CS2<\/em>.<\/p>
