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[Update] Patch Notes: April 17th



Here's a rundown of some of the major updates in today's patch!

Check out the following sections for more information.

    Hidden Panda Points Event (4/17 - 4/30)
    That adorable panda is bound to show up...so don't miss out! Collect points to receive items for him and his friends!

    Classic Weapon Giveaway (4/17 - 4/30)
    Reach 30 minutes of playtime every day during the event period to receive new Zombie Classic weapons and other fabulous rewards!

    Zombie Hero: Random Rules Event (4/17 - 4/30)
    Zombie Hero mode is about to get even wilder! Rules will now change every round during the event!

    Bonus Disassembly Event (4/17 - 4/29 11:59 PM)
    Participate in the Bonus Disassembly Event by clicking "Bonus Disassembly" at the bottom of the Lobby. During the event, 10 players can select the weapons they want to disassemble, with one lucky player receiving extra mileage. Participants can get 500 mileage for each weapon they disassemble.

    Transcendence Weapon Promotion: Cousteau (4/17 - 4/30)
    Cousteau will now drop from normal and Premium Transcendence Decoders!


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[h2]Update Information[/h2]

[h3] Graphical Update[/h3]
The title, logo (BI), loading screen, background wallpaper and library icon have been updated.

[h3]Zombie Z mode and Zombie Hero mode have been updated.[/h3]
  • Zombie Z Mode
    • The HP for Minor Zombies has been increased from 15,000 to 18,000.


  • Zombie Hero Mode
    • The Max HP for Minor Zombies has been increased from 15,000 to 18,000.
    • The amount of Host Zombies at the beginning of each round has been increased.


[h3]The Bonus Disassembly system has been improved.[/h3]
A random waiting system has been added.

[h3]Other Improvements[/h3]
  • Improved Entry Screen
    • The Lobby and Studio selection screens have been removed, instead reconnecting back to the lobby.


  • Updated Lobby Navigation Menu
    • Zombie Mode will stay the same for 30 days for players starting or returning to the game.
    • Recommended Mode has been changed to Zombie Hero Mode for existing players.


  • Reduced New & Returning Player Pop-Ups
    • The number of log-in pop-ups have been reduced to allow faster entry into the game. (First log-in only)


  • Added Pop-up Options on Log-in
    • Pop-ups shown after logging in will now have an option to not be displayed without new information.


  • Season Pass Pop-Up Display
    • Checking the 'Do Not Show Until Next Season' box will prevent the pop-up from displaying until the next season begins.
    • Click on the Season Pass icon at the bottom right side of the screen to view information about season rewards.


  • Mission Chain Pop-up Display
    • Checking the "Do Not Show Until Next Mission Chain" box will prevent the pop-up from displaying until the next mission chain begins.
    • View Mission Chain information from [Missions] > [Go to Mission Chain] at the top of the screen.



[h2]Event Information[/h2]

[h3]Hidden Panda Points Event (4/17 - 4/30)[/h3]
That adorable panda is bound to show up...so don't miss out! Collect points to receive items for him and his friends!

  • Conditions / Rewards
    • Daily Log-in: 2 points (once daily)
    • Every 5 minutes of playtime: 1 point (up to 10 points a day)
    • Score either a zombie kill or a human infection a total of 2 times, or score 6 assists (excluding bots): 2 points (up to 40 per day)
    • Clear a session after scoring 100 Kill Points in Zombie Scenario mode on Hard difficulty or higher: 5 points (up to 40 per day)
    • Maximum Daily Mission Points possible per day: 50 points


  • Daily Rewards
    • Each time you collect 50 Points in a day: Event Decoder x1


  • Point Rewards
    • 50 Points: Rare Decoder x5 + 100 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x10
    • 150 Points: Unique Decoder x5 + 200 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x10
    • 250 Points: Bamboo Spray (Permanent) + Event Decoder x5
    • 350 Points: Panda Nameplate (300 Days) + Random -1 Dehancement Material x10
    • 450 Points: Bamboo Font (300 Days) + Class Decoder x3
    • 500 Points: Transcendence Decoder x2 + Event Decoder x8
    • 550 Points: Transcendence Decoder x5 + Class Decoder x7
    • 600 Points: Season Badge x100
    • 650 Points: Season Badge x100


  • Details
    • Pileup rewards can be obtained only once per account.
    • You can earn up to 50 points a day.
    • You can earn playtime on all modes, including Studio Mode.
    • Other than playtime, in-game missions do not count towards participation in Studio Mode.
    • Only rooms with 3 or more players count toward these goals.
    • Autohunt kills are excluded regardless of mode.
    • Relevant Zombie Modes: Zombie Classic / Zombie Mutant / Zombie Hero / Zombie Z / Zombie Evolution
    • Excluded Zombie Scenario Maps: Double Gate / Lost City / Survival: Trap / Survival: Groundwater / Pursuit: Chaos
    • At least 5 minutes of playtime are required to complete Zombie Scenario mode missions.
    • Event Decoders can be used until midnight of the day they were obtained and removed afterwards.


[h3]Classic Weapon Giveaway (4/17 - 4/30)[/h3]
Reach 30 minutes of playtime every day during the event period to receive new Zombie Classic weapons and other fabulous rewards!

  • Conditions and Rewards
    • 1x: Rare Decoder x5 + 50 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x1
    • 2x: Rare Decoder x5 + 50 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x2
    • 3x: Rare Decoder x5 + 50 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x3 + Select 3 Advanced Weapon Selection Box x1
    • 4x: Rare Decoder x7 + 100 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x1
    • 5x: Rare Decoder x7 + 100 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x2
    • 6x: Rare Decoder x7 + 100 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x3 + Select 3 Advanced Weapon Selection Box x1
    • 7x: Rare Decoder x10 + 200 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x1
    • 8x: Rare Decoder x20 + 200 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x2 + Select 3 Advanced Weapon Selection Box x1


  • Select 3 Advanced Weapon Selection Box contents (Choose 1 of 3)
    • Hunting Dagger (Refined) (Permanent)
    • PP-19 Bizon (Refined) (Permanent)
    • Hecate II (Refined) (Permanent)


  • Details
    • Rewards can only be claimed once per day per account.
    • Only rooms with 3 or more players count toward these goals.
    • All unused Select 3 Advanced Weapon Selection Boxes will be removed during maintenance on 4/30.


[h3]Zombie Hero: Random Rules Event (4/17 - 4/30)[/h3]
Zombie Hero mode is about to get even wilder! Rules will now change every round during the event!

  • Random Rules Zombie Hero Maps
    • Assault / Italy / Vertigo


  • Random Rules
    I Am Legend
    Good Old Days
    Reliable Weapons
    Burning Time
    Furiously Fast

    Skill Master
    Biochemical Attack
    Social Behavior
    Too Close for Comfort
    Bad Touch

    Revenant
    Change of Heart
    Moon Bounce
    Bandwagon
    Precision Shooting

    Bloody Bullets
    Last Shot
    Packing Heat
    Special Delivery
    Bunny Hop

    Marksman
    Rule of Threes
    Critical Strike
    Explosive Results
    Shockwave

    Backstabbers
    Applied Engineering
    Chaotic
    Zombie's Delight
    Head Hunter

    Tunnel Vision
    Zombie Fireball
    Long-Distance Relationship
    In This Together
    Standard Issue

    Aerial Bombardment
    Rifleman
    Out With a Bang
    Turrets Syndrome
    Steel Rain

    United We Stand
    Run For Your Life
    Bang for the Buck
    Structural Decay
    Low Profile

    I'm a Surgeon
    Counter Strike War Z
    Random Weapon
    Bullet Storm
    Hardcore

    Last Stand
    Creepy Crawlies
    Girls' Generation
    Spectral Assault
    Flying Corpses


  • Details
    • The rules are announced three seconds before the start of each round.
    • Find information about the current rules by pressing the L key.


[h3]Bonus Disassembly Event (4/17 - 4/29 11:59 PM)[/h3]
Participate in the Bonus Disassembly Event by clicking "Bonus Disassembly" at the bottom of the Lobby. During the event, 10 players can select the weapons they want to disassemble, with one lucky player receiving extra mileage. Participants can get 500 mileage for each weapon they disassemble.

  • Details
    • Weekdays and Weekends - 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM CEST
    • Minimum Participation Mileage: 5,000
    • Some items will be adjusted based on the weapon's rarity.
    • Table ranks are in the order of highest value first.
    • Weapon criteria are determined the day the Bonus Disassembly Event starts. If the weapon's rank changes, its value in the Bonus Disassembly Event will be updated.
    • New items for disassembly: Naberius, M134 Minigun Umbra, Crossbow Classic, Sylphid, Hunting Dagger (Refined), PP-19 Bizon (Refined), Hecate II (Refined), Drakar I, Drakar II, Drakar III


[h3]Login Supplies Event (4/17 - 5/15 11:59 PM)[/h3]
Logging in during the event will give you daily and cumulative rewards!

  • Daily Login Rewards: Daily Weapons Supply
    • Daily Supply Contents
    • Receive all four of the following items: Dual Sword Phantom Slayer (1 Day), M3 Black Dragon (1 Day), Barrett M95 White Tiger (1 Day), and M249 Phoenix (1 Day).
    • Two Rare, Unique, or Transcendence weapons (1 Day) have a chance of appearing in the Daily Supply.
    • One Transcendence Class (1 Day) has a chance to be included.
    • You will receive all the contents of the Daily Attendance Reward Box.


  • Details
    • Transcendence Classes (1 Day): Dorothy Dark Knight, Flora Paladin, Transcendence Ji Yoon Choi, Transcendence Yuri, Sonya Lycanthrope, Elizabeth Crimson Hunter, Transcendence Michaela, Transcendence Fernando, Transcendence Blair, and Rose Phoenix
    • Daily Attendance Reward Box: Damage Display (1 Day), Killer Display (1 Day), Penalty and Loss Invalidation, and Rare Decoder (x3)
    • All weapons and classes from the Daily Supply are bound and cannot be used for Auction/Disassembly/Family Storage (Extension X).


  • Total Rewards
    • 5 Days: Psychic Harmonium (20 Days) & Cumulative Attendance Reward Box x1
    • 10 Days: NEGEV NG-7 Ajax (20 Days) & Cumulative Attendance Reward Box x1
    • 15 Days: Trinity Grenade (20 Days) & Cumulative Attendance Reward Box x1
    • 20 Days: Lightning Fury (20 Days) & Cumulative Attendance Reward Box x1


  • Details
    • Total Attendance Reward Box contents: C4 Countdown Room Host (5 Days), Shorten Respawn Time (5 Days) Lucky Gunslinger (5 Days), Daily Mission Difficulty Change x15, Exploration Slot Expansion Coupon (7 Days)
    • Attendance rewards will be delivered as rewards instead of Daily/Total Attendance Reward Box items.
    • Rewards can be claimed immediately after logging in, and rewards are available until midnight every day.


[h3]Steam FPS FEST Celebration Event (2) (4/17 - 4/30)[/h3]
Stay logged in for 10 minutes during the event to receive rewards.

  • Rewards
    • Transcendence Weapon Pass (14 Day)



[h2]Shop Update[/h2]

[h3]Transcendence Weapon Promotion: Cousteau (4/17 - 4/30)[/h3]
Cousteau will now drop from normal and Premium Transcendence Decoders!

  • Cousteau Drop Rate
    • Transcendence Premium Decoder: 3%
    • Transcendence Decoder: 0.45%


  • Cousteau
    • Description: A futuristic sentry gun that lands in a stealth state once thrown and automatically attacks any enemies it detects with its sensors.
    • Switch Attack Mode: Right-click
    • Attack Mode: Exploshow - Self-destructs after detecting the enemy, inflicting explosion damage as well as damage over time. Lente - Slows the targeted enemy and attacks them for a certain amount of time before self-destructing.


[h3]Cousteau Guaranteed Giveaway (4/17 - 4/30)[/h3]
Depending on the number of normal and Premium Transcendence Decoders used, you may be able to receive the Cousteau permanently!

  • Reward Threshold
    • Upon Reaching 300 Guaranteed Points


  • Details
    • Earn 6 Guaranteed Points each time you use a Transcendence Premium Decoder.
    • Receive a Guaranteed Point each time you use a Class Decoder.
    • All unused Premium Transcendence Decoders will be removed and replaced with 500 mileage each during maintenance on 4/30.



[h2]Other Fixes[/h2]
  • The products in [Shop] - [Recommended] have now been updated.
  • Fixed an issue in Random Rules Zombie Hero mode that allowed Fire Bombs to be used when they shouldn't be available.
  • Changed the Studio browser information in Studio Creation Mode to show a conflict even with small blocks.
  • Fixed an issue where killing a Bomber Zombie in Studio Mode had a small chance of sending you back to the lobby.
  • Fixed an issue with the changing font color when unchecking a check box in the UI.
  • Fixed an issue where receiving gifts from friends was not possible when the Allow Friends/Family Only setting was enabled.
  • Fixed an issue with a hole appearing in Transcendence Class Xiaoming's skirt.
  • Fixed an issue with weight enhancement not being immediately applied in Hideout mode.
  • Fixed an issue where effects would stack when equipping Health Up parts in Hideout mode.
  • Fixed an issue where the Parts Test Window drop down menu would close automatically when a Special Ammo was charged in Hideout mode.



[Complete] Regular Maintenance: April 17th



2024-4-17 10:30 A.M. CEST Update:
The maintenance for April 17th has been completed. Thank you for your patience throughout.
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We apologize for any confusion caused by our recent maintenance announcement. We have since corrected the timing. Thank you for your understanding as we strive to provide accurate information.
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Attention Survivors,

We're going to perform a regular maintenance this Wednesday, April 17th 2024, at 4:00 A.M. CEST. All servers during this period will be unavailable and we are anticipating the maintenance to conclude at around 10:00 A.M. CEST. Please refer below for more details on the maintenance.

Time Frame
  • Wednesday, April 17th, 2024
  • SEA (UTC+7): 9:00 A.M. – 03:00 P.M.
  • CEST: 4:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.
  • ET: 16th, 10:00 P.M. – 17th, 04:00 A.M.
  • PT: 16th, 7:00 P.M. – 17th, 01:00 A.M.
  • Note: Please note that the estimated length of time for each maintenance is subject to change without notification.


Maintenance Details
  • New Content & Events.

Thank you for your understanding and support in advance.

- The CSN:S Team

[Notice] Server Stability Update: Event Extension and Compensation



Attention Survivors,

We regret to inform you that recent server instability has caused concern.
In order to provide you with a better gaming experience, we have decided to extend the duration of the Springtime Costume Event by 7 days.

You can participate in the Springtime Costume Event until 4/24.

Additionally, as a token of gratitude for your patience and understanding,
we will be giving out 10 Transcendence Decoders and 10 Class Decoders.


Thank you always for being part of our community.

-CSN:S Team-

[Complete] Temporary Maintenance: April 11th



2024-4-11 4:30 P.M. CEST Update:
The maintenance for April 3rd has been completed. Thank you for your patience throughout.
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Attention Survivors,

We're going to perform a regular maintenance this April 11th 2024, at 1:40 P.M. CEST. All servers during this period will be unavailable and we are anticipating the maintenance to conclude at around 03:40 P.M. CEST. Please refer below for more details on the maintenance.

Time Frame
  • April 11th, 2024
  • CEST: 1:40 P.M. – 3:40 P.M.
  • Note: Please note that the estimated length of time for each maintenance is subject to change without notification.


Maintenance Details
  • Server stabilization

Thank you for your understanding and support in advance.

- The CSN:S Team

[Event] CSN:S Discord Event!



Greetings from the CSN:S team!
We're announcing two new events that will take place on the Official CSN:S Discord server. Get terrific gifts just by joining the server and writing how-to guides for the game!

[h2] Join the Official CSN:S Discord Event[/h2] [h3]How to Participate[/h3]
  • Join the Official Discord server to receive a Join Coupon in the Join Gift channel.
  • Official Discord [Link]


[h3]Event Duration[/h3]
  • 4/11 (Thu) - 12/31 (Tue)


[h3]Event Reward[/h3]
  • Counter-Strike Nexon: Studio Joining the Official Discord Gift (Zombie Beginner Weapon Set (7 Days) + Event decoder x3)


[h3]Details[/h3]
  • Players who have already joined the Discord server can still receive this reward.
  • The coupon code can only be used once per account.
  • Please use the coupon before it expires on 12/31/2024.
  • Unredeemed coupons may become unusable after the event ends.



[h2]CSN:S Guide Writing Event[/h2] [h3]How to Participate[/h3]
  • 1) Write a how-to guide and post it in the Official Discord's #csns_walkthrough channel.
    Official Discord #csns_walkthrough Channel [Link]

  • [Required] Make sure posts on the #csns_walkthrough channel pertain to a how-to guide.
  • When writing a how-to guide, you'll have a higher chance to win if you upload a video you created yourself to YouTube with the hashtags #CSN:S and #Counter Strike. Don't forget to share the URL!

    If you're having trouble deciding what topic you should write about, consider one of the following:

    Short Ideas
    ① Things you didn't know when you first started the game.
    ② Information that is difficult to know because it isn't explained in-game or is otherwise hard to find.
    ③ Any other useful information that you want to highlight.

    Detailed Ideas
    ① Strategy as Human on certain maps. (Detailed map guide + your strategy)
    ② Strategy as Zombie on certain maps. (Detailed map guide + your strategy)
    ③ Recommended modes and tips on playing them.
    ④ Recommended classes (Human or Zombie) and tips on how to use them to win.
    ⑤ Guides on recommended weapons and how best to use them.

  • 2) Root for the best and most useful guides by reacting to them with a 👍emoji! (You can vote for multiple guides)


[h3]Event Duration[/h3]
  • 4/11 (Thu) - 4/23 (Tue)


[h3]Event Rewards[/h3]
  • Guide Writing Rewards (24 winners)



  • Cheering Participation Reward (10 winners): Event Decoder x1
  • 10 people who have cheered by leaving a 👍 emoji on a useful guide will be selected from a raffle and awarded an Even Decoder.


[h3]Winner Announcement Schedule[/h3]
  • Winners will be announced in #notices channel of the Official Discord server on 5/10 (Fri).


[h3]Details[/h3]
  • It is recommended to write your guides in English to reach the most players. However, there are no penalties against writing your guide in other languages!
  • Any guides you write may be used in the creation of future official CSNS content. By participating in this event, you agree to these terms.
  • There is no limit to the number of guides you can write. You are allowed to contribute multiple times.
  • Posts in channels other than the one designated for the event will not count toward participation.
  • If you plagiarize or write a guide unrelated to CSNS, you may be removed from the event without warning.
  • You will not receive any participation rewards if your content does not relate to the event.
  • You may be excluded from the winner's raffle if the guide you've posted is removed after participating.
  • Stealing or copying other people's video guides or creating controversial content may result in your disqualification from the event and the cancellation of prizes without warning.
  • If a guide that includes a video becomes a winner, additional verificiation may be necessary to determine that it is original content.
  • Video guides set to Private will not be eligible for the raffle.
  • You'll have one chance to win per Discord account when rooting for guides. The number of emojis you leave doesn't affect your chances.