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CS2: Ancient Map Receives Major Rework in Next Update

Valve announces comprehensive redesign of Ancient, addressing community concerns about map balance.

David Park

David Park

CS2 Specialist

November 6, 20254 min read
CS2 Map Design

# Ancient Gets Major Overhaul

Valve has announced a significant rework of the Ancient map, scheduled to arrive in the next major CS2 update.

## Key Changes

**A Site**
- Widened entry points from mid
- Removed problematic headshot angles
- Added new cover positions

**B Site**
- Simplified bomb plant positions
- Improved CT rotations
- Better sightlines for defenders

**Mid**
- New connector routes
- Adjusted elevation differences
- Enhanced visibility

## Community Feedback

These changes directly address feedback from professional players and the ranked community about map balance issues.

## Release Date

The reworked Ancient will be available in competitive matchmaking starting December 2024.

## Pro Scene Impact

Tournament organizers are expected to keep the map in the active pool, with teams already strategizing for the changes.

Tags

#map#rework#ancient#update
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