{"id":33020,"date":"2026-01-22T12:05:34","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:05:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/?p=33020"},"modified":"2026-01-22T12:05:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:05:36","slug":"cs2-update-brings-anubis-changes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/news\/cs-2\/cs2-update-brings-anubis-changes\/","title":{"rendered":"CS2 Update Brings Anubis Changes and SMG Buffs to MP7 and MP5-SD"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Valve <\/strong>has released a major <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.counter-strike.net\/cs2?l=english\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.counter-strike.net\/cs2?l=english\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Counter-Strike 2<\/a> <\/strong>update with the start of <strong>Premier Season Four<\/strong>. The patch brings map reworks, weapon balance changes, technical tweaks, and new content. Here\u2019s what players should know, especially about <strong>Anubis<\/strong>, <strong>MP7<\/strong>, and <strong>MP5-SD<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The Fourth Season: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/IsTnd9btyH\">https:\/\/t.co\/IsTnd9btyH<\/a><\/p>&mdash; CS2 (@CounterStrike) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CounterStrike\/status\/2014111090909597858?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">January 21, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anubis Returns With Gameplay-Altering Changes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/annnubis-1-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/annnubis-1-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/annnubis-1-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/annnubis-1-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/annnubis-1-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/annnubis-1-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/annnubis-1-450x253.webp 450w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/annnubis-1-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/annnubis-1.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CS2 Map Anubis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A key feature of the Season Four update is <strong>Anubis <\/strong>returning to the <strong>Active Duty map pool<\/strong>, taking <strong>Train\u2019s <\/strong>place in Premier matches. Although <strong>Anubis <\/strong>isn\u2019t new, this patch brings major layout changes that affect how both teams play key areas. Notable map changes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Bridge drop <\/strong>in the<strong> Middle<\/strong> has been moved toward the <strong>Mid Doors<\/strong>, affecting mid-control paths and engagement timings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>hole atop E-box on B<\/strong> has been added, opening up new utility and peek options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On <strong>A Site<\/strong>, crates have been moved up the steps to give CTs improved cover in key retake and hold scenarios.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The orientation of the <strong>Mid Doors<\/strong> has been flipped, which alters rotation paths between sites.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Players are already debating these changes. Some think the updates help CTs, while others believe the tweaks might give Ts an advantage in certain spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SMG Rebalance: MP7 and MP5-SD Buffs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cs2mp7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cs2mp7-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cs2mp7-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cs2mp7-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cs2mp7-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cs2mp7-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cs2mp7-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cs2mp7-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cs2mp7.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CS2 Weapon &#8211; MP7 <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In a surprising move, Valve has buffed two <strong>SMGs <\/strong>that were weaker than popular choices like the <strong>MAC-10<\/strong> or <strong>MP9<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s a breakdown of the MP7 and MP5-SD changes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Increased base damage:<\/strong> Both guns now deal a bit more damage per shot, making them stronger in mid-range fights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reduced damage fall-off:<\/strong> They keep more of their damage at longer ranges, so they feel more reliable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Price reduction:<\/strong> Both the <strong>MP7<\/strong> and <strong>MP5-SD<\/strong> now cost $1,400 instead of $1,500, making them a bit better for eco or force-buy rounds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s not all. The <strong>PP-Bizon<\/strong> also got a <strong>$100 price drop, but its damage stayed the same<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These buffs aim to make SMG buys more appealing, especially in early rounds. Still, players are already debating if the stronger<strong> MP7 and MP5-SD<\/strong> will change force buys or just help SMG spammers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jumping &amp; Movement Tweaks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/csc2c2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/csc2c2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/csc2c2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/csc2c2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/csc2c2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/csc2c2-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/csc2c2-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/csc2c2-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/csc2c2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CS2 Jumping &amp; Movement<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The update also brings technical changes to movement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Landing time and bunny-hop behavior<\/strong> now use <strong>subtick precision<\/strong>, refining how jump landings are calculated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jumping and landing no longer consume stamina; instead, landing penalties now scale with the time spent in the air.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Presses within an <strong>sv_bhop_time_window<\/strong> around landing (without penalty) count toward a successful bunnyhop, potentially smoothing out advanced movement techniques.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These changes could have a big impact on movement, especially for players who focus on advanced techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Notable Additions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/videoframe_2384-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33025\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/videoframe_2384-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/videoframe_2384-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/videoframe_2384-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/videoframe_2384-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/videoframe_2384-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/videoframe_2384-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/videoframe_2384.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CS2 Weapon &#8211; AK-47 | Aphrodite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The patch adds more than just map and weapon updates. It also includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>New community maps<\/strong> and updated map pool rotations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New skin collections<\/strong> and an <strong>AK-47 | Aphrodite<\/strong> limited edition item.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Audio <\/strong>improvements that lower output latency and make sounds, including weapon and utility draws, clearer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Armory updates<\/strong>, with seasons and reward changes tied to Premier Season Four.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find the official patch notes list\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.counter-strike.net\/news\/updates\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.counter-strike.net\/news\/updates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Meta Shift in the Making<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong>CS2 <\/strong>update is one of Valve\u2019s biggest in months, bringing new maps, weapon tweaks, movement changes, and fresh cosmetics as Premier Seasons restart. It\u2019s too soon to tell how much these changes will affect competitive play, but there\u2019s a lot for all players to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Valve has released a major Counter-Strike 2 update with the start of Premier Season Four. The patch brings map reworks, weapon balance changes, technical tweaks, and new content. Here\u2019s what players should know, especially about Anubis, MP7, and MP5-SD. Anubis Returns With Gameplay-Altering Changes A key feature of the Season Four update is Anubis returning<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":75,"featured_media":33021,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[5,11,106],"class_list":{"0":"post-33020","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-cs-2","8":"tag-cs2","9":"tag-cs2-news","10":"tag-cs2-updates"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33020","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/75"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=33020"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33020\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":33028,"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33020\/revisions\/33028"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/33021"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=33020"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=33020"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blix.gg\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=33020"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}