On February 7, 2024, a major update went live in Counter Strike 2 including sticker updates, the Kukri knife, Zeus skins, and many more cosmetic additions and bug fixes.
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The Custom Sticker Placement Patch Note in Counter Strike 2
Valve, the developer and distributor of Counter Strike 2 has deployed a new patch that allows stickers to be placed almost anywhere on weapons, sparking creativity within the community. The update for custom stickers allows players to personalize their in-game arsenal.
While in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, had this option their freedom of customization was limited to four pre-set spots on weapons.
Now, the custom Stickers are no longer restricted to a few preset positions. You can drag and drop (and even rotate) to get your sticker placement fixed. Also, all the weapons now support up to five stickers in CS2. (See Video below)
Other Updates For CS2: February 8 Patch Notes
Other than the striking stickers update, the patch brings a host of new features and improvements. It introduces the Kukri knife and Zeus skins, along with a new weapon case, marking CS2’s first. Additionally, the update also sees the return of Arms Race and new animations for Agents in the post-game screen.
Besides the cosmetic additions, the patch addresses various gameplay and technical aspects. It includes adjustments to the range of CS Ratings allowed to party together in Premier matchmaking, the “Refund All” button in the buy menu, the addition of NIGHT MODE Music Kit Box, and various adjustments to sub-tick shooting.
Get all the Feb 7 Patch notes of Counter Strike 2 here.
Exploitation Of The Creative Stickers Update: NSFW Images Circulate Online
“It’s been 12 hours since the Arms Race update was released. Let’s see those new sticker crafts,” the CS2 developers posted on X.
It's been 12 hours since the Arms Race update released. Let's see those new sticker crafts. 👇
— CS2 (@CounterStrike) February 7, 2024
This update was intended to foster creativity and allow players to express themselves within the game. But, what came out was a shocker for the CS2 Community.
Instead of showcasing artistic designs or team logos, some players have exploited this feature to inscribe racial and gender slurs on their weapons, tarnishing the gaming experience for many.
CS2 Community Shocked by Negative Creativity in New Sticker Craft Update
Reports from various sources indicate that some members of the Counter-Strike 2 community have taken advantage of this feature to write derogatory words and phrases on their weapons. Especially on X, NSFW designs are suddenly being shared with many players using dirty slang and cuss words on their weapons.
Have a look at how the Counter-Strike 2 players are reacting to these changes. (NOTE: The content in the images contains age-restrictive sensitive images.)
These are something pic.twitter.com/budgO6Fddz
— TradeIt.gg (@tradeit_gg) February 7, 2024
Due to this, players have reported the issue on X (former Twitter), showing concerns about the game’s rep.
“I Hate Everything about this”, wrote a user expressing his discomfort with this problematic update. Another wrote, CS community = little kids.”
Wow couldn't have seen that one coming. I'll say this again and again, this freedom is not something we deserve or need
— RAt (@RAt_everywhere) February 7, 2024
Since CS2 was released last year in 2023, the game has sparked a wave of critical feedback from the gaming community, with concerns centering around gameplay elements and comparisons with the classic Global Offensive. Players have often expressed their frustration with changes in CS2’s gameplay, particularly about map design, game mode innovations, and server performance.
While this is not the first time that some immature and insensitive players have gone low. Games like Call Of Duty have also reported similar instances of misuse.
Final Words On New Stickers Placement Feature in Counter Strike 2
Overall, Counter-Strike 2 has received mixed reactions from the community, with excitement about new features and updates, but also criticism about the misuse of features by some players.
This recent controversy surrounding the custom sticker placement feature highlights the importance of responsible gaming and respectful behavior in the gaming community. While this feature was intended to enhance player creativity, it has unfortunately been exploited by some to spread hate speech and offensive language.
Fans must refrain from participating in such unsavory activities. Perhaps, Valve can take measures such as temporary or permanent bans for those using derogatory remarks and obscene language and spreading negativity in the game.