What changed in Counter-Strike Nexon in 2026
151 updates · 23 main milestones · Jan 7, 2026 to Jul 22, 2026
- 6 eventsChanges to Seasonal Rewardsbalance change
Updated unlock levels, prices, and quantities for various seasonal items.
SteamService Termination AnnouncementsystemMilestoneCSN's game service and official community operations will be completely terminated after June 24, 2026.
SteamGood-Bye Season 25 Eventseasonal eventEarn double the amount of Season Badges from Daily and Weekly Missions during the event.
SteamEnd of Sales for Paid Items and DLCstoreMilestoneSales of all in-game paid items and DLC will end on June 24, 2026.
Steam2nd CP Challenge! Attendance Eventseasonal eventObtain additional CP by trying out the attendance mission from July 1 to July 7.
SteamCounter Exchange CP Event Updatenew contentCounter Exchange items will be updated with new seasonal rewards.
Steam - 3 eventsPlay Collection Rewardsseasonal event
Rewards for reaching 5 minutes of playtime daily from 6/3 to 6/10.
SteamDaily Token Collection Rewardsseasonal eventRewards for collecting Daily Tokens from 6/3 to 6/10.
SteamCoupon Collection Rewardsseasonal eventDaily coupons with different rewards available from 6/3 to 6/10.
Steam - 12 events2nd CP Challenge! Attendance Eventseasonal event
Earn additional CP by completing attendance missions from 6/3 to 6/9.
SteamBrionac Series Special Ops Supply Box PromotionstoreSpecial Ops Supply Box available from 5/27 to 6/10 with Brionac series weapons.
SteamSafe Pileup Eventseasonal eventEarn cumulative rewards based on the number of Time Bomb Safes collected from 5/27 to 6/9.
SteamDaily Chance Box Promotionseasonal event100 KRW Daily Chance Box available for purchase once per day from 5/27 to 6/10.
SteamExpanded Eligible Weapons for Death Rose Weapon Paintnew contentMore weapons can now use the Death Rose Weapon Paint, obtainable from the Weapon Paint Decoder.
SteamTry The Counter Exchange CP Eventseasonal eventEnjoy daily missions and earn CP from 5/27 to 6/10.
SteamFixed Game Ending Issue in Zombie Scenario Pursuitbug fixResolved an issue where the game would not end properly after defeating the boss.
SteamRandom Weapon Zombie Hero EventgameplayMilestoneNew weapons every round from 5/27 to 6/10 with diverse weapon combinations.
SteamReturn of the Time Bomb Safe Collection Eventseasonal eventMilestoneLog in daily from 5/27 to 6/10 to receive a Time Bomb Safe.
SteamFixed Awakening Gear Box Descriptionbug fixCorrected the description of the Awakening Gear Box x10 + Awakening Starter Box x1.
SteamWeapon Paint Decode Data Collection Eventseasonal eventCollect Decode Data points by using Weapon Paint Decoders from 5/27 to 6/24.
SteamZombie Hunt Together Eventseasonal eventMilestoneRewards based on total zombies killed from 5/27 to 6/10.
Steam - 6 eventsImprovements to Legend-Grade Exclusive Effectbalance changeMilestone
The Legend-grade exclusive effect is overhauled to provide up to 3 tiers of effects based on the number of Legend weapons owned.
SteamIncreased Customization with Class TraitsgameplayMilestonePlayers can equip up to 20 traits at a time, including up to 5 different pairing weapon traits.
SteamServer Stabilization and RestartperformanceTemporary maintenance for server stabilization and restart.
SteamRestructuring Weapon Modification SystemsystemMilestoneThe Weapon Modification system will be consolidated from 6 tiers to 3 tiers: T1 (Unique), T2 (Transcendent), T3 (Legend).
SteamIntroduction of the Class Awakening Systemnew contentMilestonePlayers can convert any class's unique traits into items and equip them on any class, removing class restrictions.
SteamRaising Zombie Scenario Stat Capbalance changeMilestoneThe stat cap for Zombie Scenario is being raised, along with the addition of a stat reroll feature.
Steam - 14 eventsSpecial Reward Giveawayseasonal event
Chance to obtain a Zombie Scenario Costume based on Request Mission progress from 4/29 to 7/8.
SteamNightmare Play Eventseasonal eventDefeat the Teddy Terror in the Nightmare map for rewards from 4/29 to 5/13.
SteamFixed Lynn and Kai's Class Effectsbug fixFixed an issue where Lynn and Kai's Paired Class effects were applied the other way around.
SteamAdvanced Decoder Special Price PromotionshopLimited sale of Advanced Decoder packages from 4/29 to 5/13.
SteamFixed Zombie Scenario Class Stats Issuebug fixFixed an issue in Zombie Scenario Mode where max level Class stats were applied 1 lower than intended.
SteamCounter Exchange CP Eventseasonal eventEnjoy fun times with CSN every day, and get CP as a bonus from 4/29 to 5/13.
Steam1,000 Mileage Auction Event!seasonal eventSpecial auction items available at specific times from 5/1 to 5/5.
SteamNightmare Key Giveawayseasonal eventLog in during the event to receive a Nightmare Key (1 Day) from 4/29 to 5/13.
SteamCP Challenge! Attendance Eventseasonal eventObtain additional CP by trying out the attendance mission from 5/6 to 5/12.
SteamFixed Dual UZI Knockback Issuebug fixFixed an issue where the Knockback value of Dual UZI Blank was not applied.
SteamSpecial Cumulative Reward Giveawayseasonal eventChance to obtain a Zombie Scenario Costume (Permanent) based on Request Mission progress from 4/29 to 7/8.
SteamMileage Auction Eventseasonal eventAccess the auction from 5/1 to 5/5 with permanent auction items added.
SteamBlade Hot Time Collection Eventseasonal eventLog in during specified times to obtain a Brionac Blade and rewards from 4/29 to 5/13.
SteamNightmare Pileup Rewards Eventseasonal eventReceive rewards based on the total amount of Teddy Terror Reward Boxes obtained from 4/29 to 5/13.
Steam - 16 eventsCP Challenge! Attendance Eventseasonal event
Log in for 2 days a week to earn CP from 4/22 to 4/28.
SteamNew Map Added: Laboratory 2new contentAn anti-virus research facility in the mountains near a city's outskirts.
SteamZombie Hero Balance Updatebalance changeBot Zombies' HP and Armor reduced for each AI difficulty of the Zombie Modes.
SteamTry The Counter Exchange CP Eventseasonal eventMilestoneEvent running from 4/15 to 5/13 with special rewards.
SteamBrionac Blade Collection Eventseasonal eventCollect Brionac Blades from 4/15 to 4/29 for rewards.
SteamOrange Skill Perk Adjustmentbalance changeReset chance for 'Zombie Skill Cooldown Reset' has been reduced.
SteamStamper Coffin Durability Increasebalance changeCoffin durability increased for Host Zombies and Reinforced Host Zombie stages.
SteamChaser Skill Gauge Speed Increasebalance changeAccelerate skill's gauge charging speed increased.
SteamDeimos Shockwave Effect Changebalance changeShockwave's on-hit effect changed to render Primary Weapon/Melee Weapon unusable for a set duration.
SteamRandom Rules Zombie Hero Eventseasonal eventEvent from 4/15 to 4/29 with changing rules each round.
Steam - 14 eventsProtocol Boost! Overload Detected (4/3 - 4/6)seasonal event
Receive an additional Data Supply Box for reaching playtime goals during the event.
SteamLogin Rewards Event (4/1 - 4/15)seasonal eventReceive various rewards for logging in daily during the event period.
SteamGiga Blitz Knight Package Promotion (4/1 - 4/29)shopShop promotion featuring the Giga Blitz Knight package and its contents.
SteamLifeguard Dominique & Vacation Alin's Special Mission Returns (4/8 - 4/22)seasonal eventComplete missions to obtain special rewards including weapon paints and sprays.
Steam1,000 Mileage Auction Event! (4/1 - 4/7)shopBid on special items for 1,000 Mileage during the event.
SteamAwakening of the Ultimate Prototype, Kronos (4/1 - 4/15)seasonal eventGain additional rewards by obtaining Data Supply Boxes during the event.
SteamClaim Period for Giga Break Rewardquality of lifeWinner must log into the game before the April 29 maintenance to claim the reward.
SteamSystem Overload! Data Hacking Operation (4/1 - 4/15)seasonal eventClaim rewards for obtaining Data Supply Boxes and causing a system overload.
SteamMileage Auction Event (4/1 - 4/7)shopParticipate in the auction for permanent items and special deals.
SteamFinal Signal Event Winners Announcementseasonal eventAnnouncement of the winner for the Giga Break reward from the Obtain Request Ticket event.
SteamData Collection Operation (4/1 - 4/15)seasonal eventCollect Data Fragments by playing daily and completing missions for rewards.
SteamUltimate Prototype, Leaked Additional Rewards! (4/8 - 4/14)seasonal eventReceive additional rewards for playtime during the event period.
SteamPrototype Enhancement Operation (4/1 - 4/15)seasonal eventEnhance prototype weapons using Data Fragments collected during the event.
SteamReward Distribution for Giga Break Winnerquality of lifeThe reward has been distributed during the April 1 maintenance.
Steam - 17 eventsIcarus Level 2 Effect Addedbalance changeSteamRapid Reloader Level 2 Effect Addedbalance changeSteamWindowed Fullscreen Feature Improvedquality of life
Expanded the list of available in-game resolutions for Windowed (Fullscreen) mode.
SteamNew Map Added: Akshanew contentMilestoneLocation: The legendary ruins of the Aksha Temple have been discovered.
SteamProtocol Synchronization Initializationseasonal eventEvent running from 3/18 to 4/1 with rewards for daily play.
SteamMutant Base Effect Changedbalance changeTurns to Reinforced Host Zombie when selected as Host Zombie.
SteamSteel Body Level 2 Effect Removedbalance changeSteamRifle Master Damage Increasedbalance changeSteamSMG Master Damage Increasedbalance changeSteamFetch Level 2 Effect Removedbalance changeSteam - 12 eventsObtain Request Ticket Eventseasonal event
Complete Daily Missions to obtain Operation Keys from 3/11 to 3/25.
SteamSupply Support Protocol Eventseasonal eventSecure additional supplies based on Special Supply Request Tickets from 3/11 to 3/25.
SteamSpecial Ops Supply Box PromotionshopAvailable from 3/4 to 3/18, chance to obtain Epic/Transcendence weapons.
SteamIdol Miho & Idol Shiho's Special Mission Returnsseasonal eventComplete missions to obtain special rewards from 3/4 to 3/18.
SteamFinal Signal Eventseasonal eventParticipate in the raffle based on Special Supply Request Tickets until 4/1.
SteamBlue Rabbit Mirage & Alpaca Anemone's Special Mission Returnsseasonal eventComplete missions to obtain special rewards from 3/11 to 3/25.
SteamAdvanced Decoder Special Price PromotionshopLimited sale on Advanced Decoder packages from 3/4 to 3/18.
SteamRotation Class Guaranteed GiveawaygameplaySelect a guaranteed Class from the Rotation Group based on Class Decoder usage from 3/4 to 4/15.
SteamGood-Bye Season 24 Double Trouble Eventseasonal eventEarn double Season Badges from Daily and Weekly Missions from 3/4 to 3/18.
SteamHero Battle Zombie Hero Eventseasonal eventPlay a Zombie Hero mode where everyone can be a Hero from 3/4 to 3/18.
SteamAim for the Golden Ticket! Discord Raffle Eventseasonal eventParticipate in a raffle event to win prizes by collecting lottery tickets through gameplay and purchases.
Steam - 1 eventFixed Impulse Flail Attribute Issuebug fix
Resolved an issue where certain attributes of the newly equipped weapon were applied unintentionally when switching weapons after using Impulse Buster with the Impulse Flail.
Steam - 13 eventsCharacter Collection Eventseasonal event
Collect specific characters to receive rewards including the Giga Break weapon.
SteamGreen Skill Perk Weapon Boost Changebalance changeGreen Skill Perk Unique Weapon Boost has been changed to increase Unique, Transcendence, and Legendary weapon damage, differing by Rank.
SteamPurple Skill Perk Removalbalance changePurple Skill Perk Transcendence Weapon Boost has been removed and merged with the Weapon Boost perk system.
SteamNew Fusion Item: Giga Vision Glassesnew contentMilestoneA pair of glasses that can be equipped in the Head slot.
SteamNew Fusion Item: Giga Break LEnew contentMilestoneA primary weapon that can be crafted using extra Giga Break weapons.
SteamIntroduction of Fusion Systemnew contentMilestoneA system allowing players to fuse materials to obtain new items.
Steam2026 Happy New Year: Giga Core Collection Eventseasonal eventCollect Giga Cores through missions to exchange for powerful weapons.
SteamOrange Skill Perk Cooldown Reset Adjustmentbalance changeOrange Skill Perk Zombie Skill Cooldown Reset's reset chance has been slightly reduced.
SteamMission Chain System RevampgameplayThe Mission Chain System has been revamped with new rewards and daily limits.
SteamNew Fusion Item: Epic Fortune Ticketnew contentMilestoneA ticket that allows players to choose from several Epic Weapons.
SteamHuman Morale Boost Adjustmentbalance changeHuman Morale Boost now reduces by slightly less per kill.
SteamNew Map: Oasisnew contentMilestoneA new battlefield featuring open combat zones set against desert villages and an oasis.
Steam - 4 eventsNew Mission Chain RewardsgameplayMilestone
Rewards for the Mission Chain include various permanent items and coupons across multiple stages.
SteamRevamped Mission Chain SystemgameplayMilestoneThe Mission Chain System has been revamped with new rewards and completion mechanics.
SteamMission Chain Schedule Changeseasonal eventThe patch originally scheduled for February 18 has been moved up to February 11, changing the deadline for the current Mission Chain.
SteamDaily Mission Chain Stage LimitgameplayPlayers can only clear one stage (5 guides and 5 missions) of the Mission Chain per day.
Steam - 13 eventsAll-in-One Pass Special Promotion (1/28 - 2/11)shop
All-in-One Pass Chain Product available during the promotional period.
SteamAdvanced Decoder Special Price Promotion (1/28 - 2/11)shopAdvanced Decoder Special Promotion packages on limited sale.
SteamWaiting for EPIC! Play Event (1/28 - 4/1)seasonal eventLog in every day and reach 30 minutes of playtime to receive rewards.
SteamAdded 'Stage' Map to Zombie Hero Modenew contentAdded 'Stage' map to the list of available Zombie Hero Mode maps.
SteamFixed Lightning Fury Special Feature Descriptionsbug fixFixed an issue where the Special Feature descriptions of the Lightning Fury Silver Black/Miracle Prism Sword were not visible.
SteamPileup Event (1/28 - 2/11)seasonal eventGet Pileup Rewards based on the total number of Mythical Beast Coins you've collected.
SteamShop Update Promotion (1/28 - 3/4)shopSpecial appearance of Champion Isabelle and Headliner Ling Ling in Class Decoders.
SteamFixed Battle Python Burgundy Enhancement Issuebug fixFixed an issue where the 'Battle Python Burgundy' weapon could not be enhanced.
SteamBoosting Event (2/4 - 2/11)seasonal eventObtain coins by typing out the special spell in the lobby chat.
SteamSpray & Class Decoder Promotion (1/28 - 3/4)shopItems for Sale including SD Champion Isabelle Spray and SD Headliner Ling Ling Spray.
SteamFixed Hero Zombie Lilith Invincibility Issuebug fixFixed an issue in Zombie Hero Mode where Hero Zombie Lilith gains an invincibility effect even when the Teleportation fails.
SteamAcquisition Event (1/28 - 2/11)seasonal eventEarn Mythical Beast Coins during the event by logging in every day and playing.
SteamGuaranteed Giveaway (1/28 - 3/4)shopSelect a guaranteed Class based on Class Decoder usage during the event.
Steam - 3 eventsEvent Decoders Distribution for Family Pride Eventseasonal event
All Family members will receive 10 Event Decoders as part of the event rewards.
Steam2025 Family Pride Nameplate Event Winners Announcementseasonal eventAnnouncement of winners for the Family Pride Nameplate Event, including attendance and raffle winners.
SteamNameplate Creation Request Availabilityseasonal eventNameplate Creation Request is available for winners of the Family Pride Nameplate Event.
Steam - 13 eventsUpdates to New and Welcome Back Supply Boxnew content
New rewards for new and returning players upon first login.
SteamZombie Hero Awakening! Get 4 Permanent Weapons Eventseasonal eventPlay Zombie Hero to earn permanent weapons through weekly missions.
SteamMileage Auction Eventseasonal eventAccess the auction for permanent items and various auction features.
SteamZombie Skill Changesbalance changeMilestoneVarious adjustments to Zombie skills including buffs and cooldown changes.
SteamMorale Boost Balance Changesbalance changeMilestoneMorale Boosts applied individually with new charging format and penalties for kills.
SteamFixed Visibility Issue with Light Zombiebug fixResolved issue where Light Zombie in Conceal state was visible from Skill Perk Zombie Tracking.
SteamCharge to Zombie Hero! Free Use of 4 Weapons Eventseasonal eventLog in for free use of four weapons in Zombie Hero mode.
SteamZombie Buffedbalance changeMilestoneBase Zombie stats increased, including HP/AP and new resistance upon respawn.
SteamIce Box Play & Upgrade Eventseasonal eventUpgrade temporary items to permanent through daily play missions.
Steam - 1 eventDiscord Snowball Present Eventseasonal event
Join our official Discord to participate in the Snowball Present Event with rewards growing daily.
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