Counter-Strike Nexon

Counter-Strike Nexon’s service termination became the defining change: the game and official community operations ended after June 24, 2026, while paid-item and DLC sales also stopped. Before the shutdown, Class Awakening System removed class restrictions from traits, and Season 24: Atlantis delivered a major new content cycle.

• Service closure: Counter-Strike Nexon ended service after June 24, 2026, making new purchases unavailable and ending access to the official community operations.
• Major content seasons and modes:
  • Season 24: Atlantis added missions, rewards, Coral Crown, Prometheus, Beam Sword Universe, Soldier Zombie, and new Zombie Hero Classic weapons.
  • Zombie Disaster Zone launched as a repeatable PvE mode focused on resource acquisition and progression, with ongoing refinements planned before service ended.
  • Season 25: Kronos introduced another reward cycle and accompanied the April Awakening of the Ultimate Prototype, Kronos events.
• New progression systems: Class Awakening System let players convert class traits into unrestricted equipable items, supported up to 20 traits and five pairing-weapon traits, and arrived alongside a higher Zombie Scenario stat cap and stat rerolls. Fusion System, Giga Shop, Giga Vision Glasses, Epic Fortune Ticket, and Giga Break LE added material-based crafting and Giga Core spending, while Weapon Modification consolidated six tiers into T1 Unique, T2 Transcendent, and T3 Legend.
• Maps and arsenal: Aksha, Airport, Oasis, Laboratory 2, and Stage expanded the playable map pool. New weapons included Dual UZI Blank, M249 Phoenix, M4A1 Dark Knight, AK-47 Paladin, Magnum Drill, and Warhammer Storm Giant.
• Zombie Hero and balance: Skill Perk System effects became permanent in Zombie Hero, while Zombie Skill Changes, stronger base zombies, revised Morale Boost, dynamic Zombie Z Mode balancing, and the Random Weapon Zombie Hero Event reshaped match flow.

Versus Zombies: Weapon Drop DLC launched as a free zombie-mode addition, giving Counter-Strike Nexon a new headline activity. Zombie Hero Classic returned with its classic ruleset, while Season 23: Ink-and-Wash added a fresh mission-and-reward track.

• Major modes and maps:

  • Zombie Hero Classic launched with returning Change Shot mechanics, powerful zombies, new usable weapons, and later support for Studio-created maps.
  • Exodus added a Zombie Escape route through a shelter and into a car escape.
  • Bunker introduced a trench-and-bunker setting for multiple modes.
  • Dam added a mountain facility map for several modes.
  • Pursuit: Hidden Truth expanded Zombie Scenario with its 9-3 map and Dominus boss encounter.

• New progression systems: Weapon Modification System let players trade lower-grade modification weapons and materials for higher-grade weapons. Zombie Hero Skill Perks added three color-matched perk slots, while the Mission Chain System was revamped with new rewards and daily stage-completion limits. Request Mission System also launched, and Mileage Shop gave players another route to item purchases.

• Weapons and classes: The Z-VIRUS Update restored weapons including Ripper, BALROG, Dragon Sword, Thunderbolt, Venom Sting, and Venom Guard. Other additions included M134 Minigun Blank, Gilboa Viper Blank, and Ascalon, while class promotions featured Isabelle, Ling Ling, Xiaoming, and Gladius.

• Balance and rules: The September Overall Balance Adjustments added Morale Boost group bonuses, selectable permanent-death grace periods, and zombie restriction features. Zombie Z Balance Update retuned mutations and gun levels, while Zombie Z Extend Mode adjusted special mutations and related mechanics.

• Seasonal content: Season 23: Ink-and-Wash supplied missions, rewards, weapons, and costumes. The Vestige of Wolf Spirits Collection Event, 11th Anniversary Daily Rally, and Zombie Scenario Raid Mission added limited-time collection, login, and boss-focused activities.

Season 19: Viking launched in May 2024 with a new season track, Viking-themed rewards, and events running through September. Zombie Scenario Season 9-1 also arrived with the Pursuit - The Trap of Arrogance map, while Naberius and several new Transcendence Classes expanded the combat roster.

• Season 19: Viking: The season added Hammer Valhalla, SKULL-2 Valhalla, MG3 Valhalla, and USAS-12 Conqueror as reward weapons, alongside the Golden Zombie Kill Event and Season Badge Giveaway.
• Zombie Scenario and map expansion:
  • Zombie Scenario Season 9-1 added Pursuit - The Trap of Arrogance.
  • Defense: Cordon expanded Zombie Scenario Season 8 with a map set at the Aegis Institute’s secret communications center.
  • Antarctic Base joined Team Deathmatch and Zombie modes.
  • Pipeline joined the map rotation, and Fairy Tale Land expanded Hide and Seek.
• New weapons and classes:
  • Naberius introduced a soul-gauge mechanic that harvested souls for special rounds.
  • Xiaoming and Gladius joined the Transcendence Classes.
  • Evita and Angelina, followed by Skadi, Nyx, Special Agent Mei, and Pyromaniac Yuri, expanded the class roster.
  • AK-47 60R Classic and the Crossbow Classic event added further weapon options.
• Mode and system changes: Zombie Z Event Mode ran on Dust, Assault, and Estate with unique mechanics; the Zombie Skill Revamp, Karma System Changes, and new Rage Bomb and Danger Sprint mutations reshaped zombie gameplay. Training Ground (Hideout) also received new features and quality-of-life improvements.
• Balance and progression: Zombie Hero and Zombie Z received gun- and zombie-level adjustments, Elite Monster Balance Improvements tuned Zombie Scenario encounters, and the Achievement Shop and League Season 15 added new rewards. The Dragon Scale Collection Event and 2024 Character Collection Event provided additional paths to Epic weapons and items.

Season 17: Egypt launched with an Egyptian theme, new rewards, the Extension Building Site map, Anubis-themed weapons, costumes, and Season Pass items. The game also added Zombie Scenario 8-4, Survival - Isolation, and Super Soldier Mode, while earlier seasons introduced substantial new rewards and progression.

• Season content: The seasonal structure received several major refreshes.
  • Season 14: The Jungle introduced jungle-themed content, including Ancient Keeper, Ancient Berserker, and Ancient Bringer.
  • Season 15: Cyborgs added futuristic rewards such as Dart Pistol TECH and Crowbar Maverick TECH.
  • Season 16: Alice in Wonderland added new seasonal nameplates, medals, and rewards before Season 17: Egypt arrived.
• Zombie Scenario and maps: Story-driven Zombie content expanded with Zombie Scenario 8-3, which followed Ritsuka’s story, Zombie Scenario 8-4, which introduced the Nexus Space Rift, and Survival - Isolation, set around the Aegis Institute. Other map additions included Sky Garden, Breezeway, Woods Near the Wind Farm, and Extension Building Site.
• Modes and creation tools: Super Soldier Mode added human-versus-human Team Deathmatch with enhanced abilities, while Zombie Z Laboratory provided a testing-focused mode with an Italy map. Yuri’s Secret Aquarium and Yuri’s New Secret Place expanded Studio’s user-created content, and Zombie Classic Studio Mode increased its capacity to 32 players.
• Weapons and classes: The arsenal gained Arbalest, Hauteclere, Tyrant’s Mace, Gravity Repulsor, Demolition Hammer, Drakar, and Death Eater. New Transcendence classes included Skadi, Nyx, Agent Ritsuka, Pop Star Alin, Special Agent May, Pyromaniac Yuri, Blue Rabbit Mirage, and Alpaca Anemone.
• Combat and progression changes: Zombie Conquest received beta improvements to zombie types, base timers, respawns, and the Awakening Gauge. Fire Bomb damage, projectile behavior, and room-setting controls were repeatedly retuned, while Zombie Hero, Zombie Z, and Zombie Scenario received balance changes. The game also added Indonesian language support and a Lobby BGM playlist.

Zombie Conquest (beta) was the year's biggest addition, bringing team-based competition to a new mode alongside the inaugural Zombie Conquest League Season 1. The game also rolled out Season 13: Space, expanded Zombie Scenario, and added a substantial lineup of classes, weapons, and maps.

• Modes and competition:
  • Zombie Conquest (beta) introduced team-based matches, with TEAMWARK TOGETHER and the New Mode Release Celebration Event providing launch rewards.
  • Zombie Conquest League Season 1 established ranked competition with a win-and-loss points system.
  • Competitive Match (beta) added new rules and settings for Zombie modes.
  • Laboratory Mode provided a testing ground for pre-release items and balance changes.
• Seasonal content:
  • Season 11: Mecha Dino added the Mecha Dino theme, Mecha Dino MK-1 to MK-4, and a new competitive Zombie format.
  • Season 12: Amusement Park introduced Pierrot Magic Bow, Pierrot Blessing Sword, and Pierrot Chameleon Gun.
  • Season 13: Space brought the space-themed arena, Star Tail, Starlight Sword, Luna Cannon, and the Laser Ripper Fragment Collection Event.
• Zombie Scenario expansion:
  • Zombie Scenario 8-1: Pursuit – An Approaching Threat added a new map focused on finding allies while facing hunters.
  • Zombie Scenario 8-2: Queen’s Story of the Past continued the Super Soldier Project of Kronos storyline.
  • Zombie Ability Scenario introduced special abilities and damage types against monsters, alongside Blotter Zombie and Aksha Zombie.
• Classes and arsenal:
  • Kai and Lynn, Agent Ritsuka and Popstar Alin, and Ismael and Ethan expanded the Transcendence class roster.
  • Sandalphon added an Epic throwable weapon with threat detection, ranged light attacks, and a powerful close-range strike.
  • Failnaught, Death Eater, Whip Sword, and the Mecha Dino weapons broadened the available arsenal.
• Gameplay systems: Safe Zone Mechanics created damage-free areas that still allowed attacks outward, while the Class Auction House and Mileage Auction expanded item trading. Zombie Escape Improvements reworked weapon restrictions, balance, and zombie gameplay, and Inventory Lock prevented valuable items from being accidentally disassembled or traded.

Season 10: Steampunk launched with a new seasonal track, Gear-Bird Cannon rewards, Black Market early access for Rank 100 players, and themed cosmetics. Zombie Z Season 2 expanded the mode with new mutations, levels, challenges, and rewards, while Ismael, Ethan, and Failnaught arrived as a new Transcendence character-and-weapon package.

• Season progression: Season 9: Fantasy World and Season 8: Ice Kingdom also launched with new season-pass rewards, weapons, costumes, sprays, and medals.
• New weapons and maps:
  • Ismael and Ethan added new Transcendence abilities, while Failnaught fired holy arrows and introduced unique weapon effects.
  • Twin Shadow Axes added the Shadow Slam and Shadow Vortex skills, plus a combo attack that connected the two axes.
  • Devastator introduced a .50-caliber incendiary heavy machine gun, and Magnum Shooter became a permanent weapon through the Special Ammo Collection Event.
  • Medieval Fort, CSN:S Land, Pursuit: Missed Connections, and Pursuit: Evelyn’s Test A expanded Studio and Zombie Scenario content.
• New systems: Scenario TX added boss missions, official lore, and player-created hunting maps. The Weapon Enhancement System let players use spare weapons as materials, while the League System Revamp moved competition into seasons through Zombie League Seasons 1–5.
• Zombie gameplay changes: Abyss and Inferno increased the difficulty ceiling in Zombie Scenario, while Elite Monsters, the Add-On System, and new Scenario missions added more build and challenge options. Mutation Balance Updates and the Zombie Evolution & Zombie Z Rebalance then retuned human skills, zombie abilities, and mutation performance.
• Notable events: JANUS IS BACK temporarily strengthened JANUS weapons in Zombie modes, while Halloween Celebration Events added the Pumpkin Grenade, Random Rules Zombie Hero, Candy rewards, and event-ticket collections.

Season 6: The Wizard of Oz launched with a 100-level progression track and the Quest Zombie feature, while Zombie Evolution introduced virus injections, infinite zombie respawns, and the Zombie Junk House map. Season 5: Kingdom also brought a major collaboration with Joseon-themed content, new classes, and Zombie Mode changes.

• Season launches: Season 5: Kingdom added collaboration content and improved Season Pass rewards; Season 6: The Wizard of Oz expanded progression and introduced Quest Zombie; Season 7 Update launched on October 5.
• Zombie Evolution: The mode debuted on Zombie Junk House, where humans and zombies used Virus Injection abilities. Zombies also gained infinite respawns, with longer timers after Deadly Shot eliminations.
• New modes and systems: Manhunt made one player a zombie hunting humans repairing generators, while Zombie Shelter added survival gameplay. The Exploration System let classes retrieve items while logged out, and Studio gained All-Star, All-Star+, Gun Deathmatch, map tags, and creator-event tools.
• Weapons, classes, and maps: Void Avenger became the first Epic secondary weapon, while Heaven Splitter, Hellhound, Lightning Fury, Psychic Harmonium, and Starlight Rolling Shooter expanded the arsenal. Lee-Chang, Yeong-Shin, Queen, and Cyborg joined the Transcendence roster, alongside maps including Joseon Marketplace, Researcher’s Log Supplement #Joseon, Joseon Village, Alcatraz-Z, and Industrial Warehouse.
• Combat and progression changes: Zombie Hero received 12 new rules and 19 existing-rule adjustments; Voodoo Zombie, Banshee Zombie, Heavy Zombie, Venom Guard, SCAR OZ-C, and SCAR OZ-D were retuned. The Enhancement System Revamp raised the maximum enhancement to +9 and allowed unused weapons to serve as materials, while the Duplicate Enhancement Material Bug was closed and improperly gained materials were removed.

Season 2 reshaped Counter-Strike Nexon with a new reward track, exclusive weapons and costumes, zombie skins, classes, and the Stinger. Last Stand introduced a new cooperative survival mode, while Partner Mode added AI allies with unique abilities.

• Season progression: The Season System cycled every three months, tied rewards to seasonal ranks, and granted additional rewards through the Season Pass. Season 2 and Season 3 both launched, with Season 2 also adding:
  • Stinger: A vampire-hunting weapon that fired three special stakes.
  • Season 2 Pass: Added exclusive weapons and costumes.
  • Zombie skins and classes: Added two new zombie skins and two new classes.
• Modes and maps: Zombie Z debuted, Last Stand added the Cantera and Desktop maps, and Partner Mode let players cooperate with AI Partners. Alcatraz also joined the original-map lineup, while Hide & Seek received three Studio maps and new transformation options.
• Weapon lineup: The arsenal expanded with several high-profile additions:
  • Gungnir: An Epic Weapon with melee and ranged attack modes.
  • Windrider: An automatic pistol using .44 Magnum special ammunition.
  • Thunder Ghost Walker: A single-shot pistol with optical invisibility and special ammunition.
  • Infinity Laser Fist: A new Transcendence Weapon with a guaranteed-points acquisition path.
  • Dread Nova: A new permanent Epic Weapon.
• Core systems and balance: The Level System Revamp overhauled progression, while the Karma System rewarded zombies for actions against humans. Zombie Z also received changes to weapon levels and zombie HP, movement speed, cooldowns, and skill ranges; Team Deathmatch gained automatic team balancing and improved spawning.
• Regional service: Counter-Strike Nexon: Zombies launched in Southeast Asia, supported by a new dedicated Singapore server.

Studio Mode became a major creative addition on November 29, 2017, letting players build, share, and play custom maps before expanding with more themes and modes. Zombie Shelter – City of the Dead: Hell Gate followed on March 28, 2018, while Ranked Mode and a broad matchmaking overhaul reshaped how competitive games were found and started.

• Studio expansion: Studio Destruction, Studio Bot Zombie, and Studio Team Deathmatch were added, alongside Studio Soccer map creation, new NPCs, and the Space Station developer map. Players also received the Warehouse and Ice World maps through the renewed Gun Deathmatch.
• Zombie content:
  • Zombie Shelter – City of the Dead: Hell Gate added a new survival map, with the associated challenge event rewarding a permanent Battle Python.
  • Zombie Scenario Reboot refreshed the scenario structure and introduced the Rusty Wing zombie.
  • Zombie Scenario: Nightmare Season 5, Chaser, and Blotter expanded the campaign and zombie roster.
• Weapons and characters:
  • Python Desperado, Bunker Buster LTD, Bouncer, and Charger-5 joined the weapon lineup.
  • AUG Guardian and Magnum Drill Gold added new high-end Transcendence and enhanced weapon options.
  • Sonya Lycanthrope, Elizabeth Crimson Hunter, Michaela, Mila, and Lisa expanded the playable class roster.
• Systems and combat: Zombie DNA Renewal, the Parts System, and the Hero Zombie Rework changed progression and zombie play, while Bonus Disassembly added another way to convert weapons and materials. Zombie Hero Mode also received revised rules, increased zombie health, and stronger Zombie Bomb damage.
• Matchmaking and access: Ranked Mode used skill-based matching, while the Reconstructed Matchmaking System unified regular and custom-game searching and added Quick Start. The User Information Migration to Nexon Korea also moved account data from Nexon Europe and offered M4A1 Dark Knight, AK47 Paladin, and decoder rewards for participating accounts.