Vertigo received a big facelift in the most recent CS2 patch that was released on May 23rd, 2024. Player complaints centered around the very A site-centric gameplay, and Valve heard these concerns, adding completely new passageways into the site and closing others off. In this blog post, we’ll show you the biggest changes to de_vertigo in the most recent Counter-Strike 2 patch.

Additional entrance to A bomb-site from Elevator

This is the most glaring change that was done to the map. An additional passageway onto the A bomb-site gives many more angles of defense from the CTs.

Additional catwalk added on the opposite side of Headshot

CTs receive another pathway into the A bomb-site in the form of a catwalk on the edge of the site, much like the one on the B bomb-site.

Removal of connector behind Elevator into CT and Heaven

This hallway connecting the 3 areas had its Elevator entrance closed off, where there now resides a door. The door is not able to be wall-banged.

Size of A bomb-site was reduced

The overall size of the A bomb-site was reduced slightly. Many of the angles feel tighter and smokes will cover more area.

Spawn timings tweaked

The T side benefit the most from these tweaks, allowing them to reach all areas of the map slightly quicker than before.

Refrag training modes are available on the NEW Vertigo!

Refrag is available now on the updated version of de_vertigo! Your favorite training tools are available to help you get a feel for the changes. Stay ahead of the curve and train with Refrag today.