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A Festive Collection of New Year’s Maps in CS2
December 22, 2024
Counter Strike
The Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) players are all set to enjoy the festive season as the map makers are decorating the maps with Christmas spirit. These seasonal changes are now available on the Steam Workshop and add snow, garlands, and festive decorations to the beloved maps.
These New Year maps are not just cosmetic changes from the previous ones—they are maps that reflect the holiday season, bringing people together. They show how games such as CS2 can become not only a place to compete, but also a part of culture and art. These maps are a combination of old and new creative ideas that make people remember that gaming is not only about the victory but also about the fun and happy moments with friends.
This reimagined version of the iconic map, absent from CS2’s current roster, takes players back to snow-blanketed castles, evoking fond memories of its CS:GO days. The application of snowy textures turns Cobblestone into a warm holiday destination with a hint of the past.
From JoshMakesGames we have Dust 2 Christmas, where the famous map is covered in snow. Snow-covered alleys, Christmas lights, and scattered presents add the Christmas atmosphere to the recognizable background. It’s a delightful take that brings the familiar gameplay with a fresh coat of holiday paint.
A step up from this is Snowy Nuke by Lillykyu which adds the feature of falling snow to the scene. This small but significant change enhances the experience and makes the map more realistic while keeping the original design.
Last but not the least, de_mirage_winter created by Daniel029 is a perfect map for those who want to feel winter. One of the most beloved maps in CS2, Mirage, is now covered with snow on rooftops, garlands, and presents. It is the best of both worlds, the past and the party.
These maps are ideal for getting into the holiday mood, be it when playing team matches or just having a casual game with friends. These projects’ popularity proves that the community values the change of aesthetics and the creativity of the seasons. Who knows? Maybe one day Valve will look at this excitement and bring official winter map versions in the future.
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