The Controversial Map, Nuke, Receives Major Update in Surprise CS:GO Patch
The competitive map pool in CS:GO saw significant changes in last night’s update, especially to the most controversial map, Nuke.
The update brings alterations to both bomb sites and the outside areas of the map. The removal of the protruding catwalk outside the main building is the most significant gameplay-related change. Other changes mainly focus on details, but they still have a noticeable impact on gameplay flow.
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The smaller crates near the Garage have been removed, the large crate has been rotated, and the area known as “old secret” is now blocked off. Another significant tactical change to the outer areas of the map is the opening of the skyline above the A site, featuring vent-shaped openings that allow for easier grenade throws. The spawns for terrorists and counter-terrorists have also been moved up with changes to the outside areas.
On the A site, the hut window is now blocked off, the middle yellow catwalk is inaccessible, and the ladder to the rafters has been removed. The configuration of boxes near the Hut has also been changed, and the static door at the Terrorist entrance to the ramp has been flipped. As for the B site, the railings near the Ramp have been removed, and more cover has been added in the corner under the vent entrance.
Since Nuke’s return to the Active Duty pool in April 2016, both fans and players have gradually developed a slight aversion towards the map. This was particularly evident during the recent ELEAGUE Major: Boston, where Nuke was only played twice throughout the three-week event. This aversion may have stemmed from issues with the previous in-game sound systems, which made it difficult to hear important gun and sound cues across the map.
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