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[Complete] Temporary Maintenance: November 23rd



2022-11-23 4:15 A.M. CET Update:
  • The temporary maintenance for November 23rd has been completed. Thank you for your patience throughout.
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Attention Survivors,

We're going to perform a temporary maintenance tomorrow, Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022, at 3:00 A.M. CET. All servers during this period will be unavailable and we are anticipating the maintenance to conclude at around 5:30 A.M. CET. Please refer below for more details on the maintenance.

Time Frame
  • Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022
  • SEA (UTC+7): 9:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.
  • CET: 3:00 A.M. – 5:30 A.M.
  • ET: 22nd, 10:00 P.M. – 23rd, 12:30 A.M.
  • PT: 22nd, 7:00 P.M. – 9:30 P.M.
  • Note: Please note that the estimated length of time for each maintenance is subject to change without notification.
Maintenance Details
  • To Fix the weapon animation issue

Please stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for your understanding and support in advance.

- The CSN:S Team

[Update] Patch Notes: November 16th



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

    Event: Collect Sky Lanterns to Earn Great Gifts (11/16–11/30)
    Collect Sky Lanterns to claim rewards!

    Event: VIP Free Pass Promotion (11/16–11/30)
    VIP Free Passes are now available as a Black Friday special!

Check out the Details section below for more information.


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[h2]New Events[/h2]
[h3]Collect Sky Lanterns to Earn Great Gifts (11/16–11/30)[/h3]Complete missions during the event to earn rewards.
  • Event Conditions & Rewards

    - Reach 20 minutes of playtime to claim 300 Mileage (once a day).
    - Reach 40 minutes of playtime to claim 500 Mileage (once a day).
    - Receive 1 Sky Lantern for clearing 1 session of Zombie Scenario mode on Hard or higher after scoring 100 Kill Points.
    - Receive 1 Sky Lantern every 8 Kill Points (earned from kills, assists, and human infections in Zombie Mode).

  • How to Earn Kill Points
    - Zombie Kill as a Human: 3 Points
    - Zombie Assist as a Human: 1 Point
    - Human Infection as Zombie: 3 Points (excludes bots)
    - Human Infection Assist as Zombie: 0 Points

  • Bonus Rewards
    - 5 Sky Lanterns: Rare Decoder x3 + Exploration Success Rate-Up 10% x3
    - 10 Sky Lanterns: Zombie Scenario Add-On Rate Box x3 + 100 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x3
    - 15 Sky Lanterns: Unique Decoder x3 + Exploration Success Rate-Up 20% x3
    - 25 Sky Lanterns: Event Decoder x5
    - 35 Sky Lanterns: Wink Emoji Banshee Spray (Permanent) x1
    - 50 Sky Lanterns: Class Decoder x7
    - 60 Sky Lanterns: Transcendence Decoder x5 + Event Decoder x10 + 100 Weapon Enhancement EXP Coupon x10
    - 65 Sky Lanterns: Season Badge x100
    - 70 Sky Lanterns: Season Badge x100

  • Notice
    - You can only earn up to 5 Sky Lanterns per day.
    - Participation will only count in rooms with three or more players (excludes Studio Mode).
    - At least 5 minutes of playtime are required to complete Zombie Scenario mode missions.
    - The event includes Laboratory mode, but excludes auto hunt kills.
    - Relevant Zombie Modes: Zombie Classic / Zombie Mutant / Zombie Hero / Zombie Z / Zombie Evolution / Zombie Darkness
    - Excludes Zombie Scenario: Survival: Double Gate / Survival: Lost City / Survival: Trap / Survival: Groundwater / Pursuit: Chaos
    - All Sky Lanterns will be removed the day the event ends (11/30).



[h2]Shop Update[/h2]
[h3]VIP Free Pass Black Friday Special (11/16–11/30)[/h3]Take advantage of this Black Friday special to experience the various benefits of the VIP Free Pass!
  • Item Info

    - VIP Free Pass (1 Day): Only 5 per account
    - VIP Free Pass (7 Days): Only 3 per account
    - VIP Free Pass (15 Days): Only 1 per account



[h2]Random One-Liners[/h2]
[h3]Cyclops Changes[/h3]
  • Changes to Special Features
    - Previous: Using or spends special rounds. These rounds cannot be saved.
    - New: now uses an exclusive gauge instead of special rounds. still uses the special rounds.
    - The exclusive gauge increases as the weapon is used or fired, and movement speed increases based on the gauge amount. Swapping weapons will not reset the gauge. Using spends the gauge.
    - Special rounds automatically charge over time. Swapping the weapon while special rounds are charged will spend the rounds to trigger the feature.


[h3]Fixed an issue where players could return to the waiting room while the Zombie Scenario Pursuit: Evelyn's Test B was in progress.[/h3]

[h3]Event End Notification[/h3]
  • Zombie Starter Package Event Ending Soon (- 11/30)

[Complete] Regular Maintenance: November 16th



2022-11-16 6:30 A.M. CET Update:
  • The regular maintenance for November 16th has been completed. Thank you for your patience throughout and we hope you enjoy the new Event!
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Attention Survivors,

We're going to perform a regular maintenance this Wednesday, November 16th, 2022, at 3:00 A.M. CET. All servers during this period will be unavailable and we are anticipating the maintenance to conclude at around 7:00 A.M. CET. Please refer below for more details on the maintenance.

Time Frame
  • Wednesday, November 16th, 2022
  • SEA (UTC+7): 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
  • CET: 3:00 A.M. – 7:00 A.M.
  • ET: 15th, 10:00 P.M. – 16th, 2:00 A.M.
  • PT: 15th, 7:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.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

[Update] Patch Notes: November 2nd



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

    Content: Season 14: The Jungle
    Explore the unknown world of the Jungle! Log in now to start your trailblazing expedition today!

    Content: League Season 10(11/02 – 2/8)
    New items have been added to the Achievement Shop, so check them out now!

    Event: Autumn Leaves Event (11/2 – 11/16)
    Collect Autumn Leaves Boxes and claim rewards!

    Event: Transcendence Weapon Cyclops Guaranteed Giveaway Event (11/2 – 11/30)
    Depending on the number of Transcendence Premium Decoders and Transcendence Decoders used during the event, you could receive a Cyclops (Permanent)!

Check out the Details section below for more information.


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[h2]New Content[/h2]
[h3]Season 14: The Jungle[/h3]For details, please refer to the Season 14 Pass Preview.
  • Black Market Opens Early
    - The Black Market will open early for players who reach Rank 100.
    - Upon reaching Rank 100 on the current Season Pass, Season Missions will end while missions that offer Black Market Badges will refresh.

    - New Item Added: CSO Spray

  • Repurchasing Past Season Passes
    - A page where past season items can be purchased will become available to those who reach Rank 100 on the Season Pass!
    - The page begins with the player's progress from the past season, and they can purchase Season Pass Ranks from the page to obtain items.
    - Available Previous Season Passes: Seasons 9, 10, 11, 12
    - The Black Market can be accessed via the [Missions] menu after reaching Rank 100.
    - All Black Market Badges you've obtained will disappear once a new season begins.

  • Season Reward Weapons
    • Ancient Keeper

      - A machine gun equipped with a mystical gem from an ancient civilization discovered deep within the jungle. Aside from the gem, this powerful weapon also holds 200 7.62mm rounds. It can transform into True Keeper mode, allowing its user to deal devastating damage upon landing a set amount of successful hits.

    • Ancient Berserker

      - A single-bladed sword that was likely a favorite of the warrior class of the ancient civilization discovered deep within the jungle. The sword is engraved with mystic patterns. Its long length allows its user to deliver powerful strikes against enemies.

    • Ancient Bringer

      - A pistol that applies the mystical powers of the ancient civilization discovered deep within the jungle in the form of 50 rounds of 5.7mm explosive ammo. When a certain number of rounds is fired, a special feature becomes available.

    • Weapon Paints

      - Lizard Weapon Paint
      - Eligible Weapons: AWP, Rock Breaker, SKULL-1, Hunter-Killer X-12, Warhammer Storm Giant

    • Costume
      - Explorer Hat (Head)


      - Explorer Backpack (Back)


      - Explorer Canteen (Waist)


    • Spray
      - SD Immortal Eric


      - SD Smile Mary


      - Rainforest Falls Spray


    • Nameplate
      - Season Pass Nameplate (14)


    • Damage Font
      - Season Pass Font (14)


    • Medal
      - Season 14 Pioneer Medal (Pass)


      - Season 14 Conqueror Medal (Highest Rank Reached)


[h3]League Season 10 (11/02 – 2/8)[/h3]
  • Notice
    - Items have been added to the Achievement Shop.
    - New Nameplate Items Added: Wink Emoji Spray, Flustered Emoji Spray (Light Zombie), Bleh Emoji Spray (Light Zombie), Grin Emoji Spray (Light Zombie), Sad Emoji Spray (Light Zombie), Heart Emoji Spray (Light Zombie), Laugh Emoji Spray (Light Zombie), Angry Emoji Spray (Light Zombie), Wink Emoji Spray (Light Zombie), Pink Slash Nameplate, Zombie Mark Nameplate, (Animated) Subtle Ember Nameplate


[h3]Studio Mode Update[/h3]Studio Sample New Map Release! A new map showcasing the new decorations and devices in all their glory, "Yuri's New Secret Place," is getting released.
  • Studio New Block Update
    - A variety of new devices, characters, and decoration blocks have been updated. (24 devices, 2 characters, 22 decorations)
    - You can view the new blocks via Creation Mode without adding a separate theme pack.

  • Changes for previous devices
    - Transport Block and Spike Wall Trap Block: You can now change the speed setting in Creation Mode.
    - Ranking Board: Lap Time category added.


[h3]Celebratory Studio Contest Info[/h3]We're celebrating the new theme and blocks by holding a Studio Creation Mode map creation contest!
  • Studio contest schedule
    - Application Period: 11/2 – 11/30
    - Finalists Announced: 12/28
    - Player Vote: 12/28 – 1/11
    - Winner Announcement & Awards: 1/25

  • How to Participate
    - Step 1: Create a Studio Creation Mode map
    - Step 2: Register a thumbnail image and map description
    - Step 3: Add "#partygame" to the map's title

  • Criteria
    - 10 finalists will be selected based on creativity, number of recommendations, number of cubes earned, use of new blocks and script diversity, utilization of content, and relevance to the subject.
    - There is no limit on how many times you can enter, and a single player can win multiple/duplicate prizes.

  • Prizes (evaluated based on creativity and popularity)
    - 1st (2 people): Transcendence Decoder x300 + Trophy Theme Pack + Excellent Creator Medal
    - 2nd (2 people): Transcendence Decoder x200 + Trophy Theme Pack + Excellent Creator Medal
    - 3rd (2 people): Transcendence Decoder x100 + Trophy Theme Pack + Excellent Creator Medal
    - 4th - 10th: Transcendence Decoder x50 + Trophy Theme Pack + Excellent Creator Medal
    - All participants (with +10 map play counts and +3 recommendations): 5,000 Mileage + Contest Participation Medal

  • Notice
    - If you have already obtained the Excellent Creator Medal, another one will not be given.
    - Using new blocks (device, character, and device block) will award extra point, but they are not necessary to win prizes.
    - You can only enter each prize category once, and you cannot win the same prize more than once.
    - Your award may be revoked if you're not the owner of the account.
    - Your award may be revoked if the entry has nothing to do with the subject.
    - The entries must be original creations, and your award will be revoked if the entry contains content in violation of the game's Terms and Conditions, contains plagiarized content, or violates the rights of 3rd parties in any way.
    - Entries containing sexually suggestive or violent images exceeding the standards of the game may be deleted immediately.
    - If there are no entries fitting the selection criteria after evaluation, there may be no winning entry, or the award may be changed.
    - All legal responsibilities fall to whoever submitted the entry, should there be a dispute regarding the entry.
    - The award may be revoked from contestants who have violated the Terms and Conditions or operational rules of CSNS during the contest or award periods.
    - Please submit your entries only if you agree to all of the above.



[h2]New Events[/h2]
[h3]Autumn Leaves Event (11/2 – 11/16)[/h3]Enjoy the autumn leaves and the cool breeze of fall!
  • How to Participate / Reward
    - Get 1 Autumn Leaves Box for reaching 15 / 30 / 40 minutes of playtime. (Up to 3 a day)
    - Get 1 Autumn Leaves Box by reaching 8 kill points from kill/assist/infection at Zombie modes (Up to 2 a day)

  • How to Earn Kill Points
    - Zombie Kill as a Human: 3 Points
    - Zombie Assist as a Human: 1 Point
    - Human Infection as Zombie: 3 Points (Excluding bots)
    - Human Infection Assist as Zombie: 0 Points

  • Notice
    - You can earn up to 5 Autumn Leaves Boxes a day.
    - All unused Autumn Leaves Boxes will be removed during maintenance on 11/16 (Wed).
    - Participation will only count in rooms with three or more players (excludes Studio Mode).


[h3]Autumn Leaves Event (2) (11/2 – 11/16)[/h3]Gather the Autumn Leaves Boxes and claim even bigger rewards!
  • Total Count: Rewards
    - 5 Autumn Leaves Boxes: Unique Decoder x1 + Squirrel Ears (Permanent)
    - 15 Autumn Leaves Boxes: Unique Premium Decoder x1 + Acorn Bag (Permanent)
    - 30 Autumn Leaves Boxes: Event Decoder x2 + Squirrel Tail (Permanent)
    - 35 Autumn Leaves Boxes: Class Decoder x2
    - 45 Autumn Leaves Boxes: Event Decoder x3 + Autumn Leaves Nameplate (300 Days)
    - 50 Autumn Leaves Boxes: Class Decoder x3
    - 55 Autumn Leaves Boxes: Transcendence Decoder x5
    - 60 Autumn Leaves Boxes: Transcendence Decoder x5
  • Notice
    - Cumulative rewards can only be obtained once per account.
    - All unused Autumn Leaves Boxes will be removed during maintenance on 11/16 (Wed).
    - The Event Decoder can be used until midnight on the day it is obtained.


[h3]Login Supplies Event Guide (11/2 – 11/30)[/h3]
  • Login Reward
    - Daily Weapons Supply
    - Both Dual Sword Phantom Slayer (1 Day) and M3 Black Dragon (1 Day) provided + one of the Transcendence Enhancement or Part equipped Unique weapon (1 Day) randomly provided + all contents of Daily Attendance Reward Box provided
    - Daily Attendance Reward Box: Damage Display (1 Day), Killer Display (1 Day), Penalty and Loss Invalidation x1, Rare Decoder x3
  • Cumulative Rewards
    - 5 Days: X-TRACKER (20 Days) + Cumulative Attendance Reward Box
    - 10 Days: Negev NG7 Ajax (20 Days) + Cumulative Attendance Reward Box
    - 15 Days: Lightning Fury (20 Days) + Cumulative Attendance Reward Box
    - 20 Days: Trinity Grenade (20 Days) + Cumulative Attendance Reward Box
    - 25 Days: Dread Nova (10 Days) + Cumulative Attendance Reward Box
    - Cumulative 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)
  • Notice
    - Attendance rewards will be provided directly as rewards instead of the Daily/Cumulative Attendance Reward Box items.
    - Rewards can be claimed immediately after logging in and are available until midnight every day.



[h2]Shop Update[/h2]
[h3]New Transcendence Weapon Cyclops Promotion (11/2 – 11/30)[/h3]The Cyclops can drop from Transcendence Premium Decoders and Transcendence Decoders during the event.
  • Cyclops (Secondary Weapon)

    - The main features of this weapon are its two-dot aiming sight and its ability to slow down enemies when swapping weapons. Holding the weapon or firing basic rounds for a set amount of time will charge special rounds. These special rounds can be spent to use 2 types of in strategic ways.
    • : Aim assist is applied to the enemy closest to the crosshair. Accurately aligning that enemy with the center of the aiming sight will deal additional damage.
    • : Hold down right-click to spend the special rounds to attack all enemies within the crosshair and increase movement speed.
    • : Swapping the weapon will spend all the special rounds in your possession to slow enemies in front of you. Stages will increase from Yellow > Blue > Pink, with each stage corresponding to an increase in range, slow duration, and slow amount. Successfully hitting an enemy in the final stage will cause them to fall and deal continuous damage.


[h3]New Transcendence Weapon Cyclops Guaranteed Giveaway (11/2 – 11/30)[/h3]Depending on the number of Transcendence Premium Decoders and Transcendence Decoders used during the event, you could receive a Cyclops (Permanent)!
  • Reward Thresholds
    - Upon Reaching 300 Guaranteed Points

  • Notice
    - 6 Guaranteed Points each time you use 1 Transcendence Premium Decoder.
    - 1 Guaranteed Point each time you use 1 Transcendence Decoder.

  • Cyclops Drop Rate
    - Transcendence Premium Decoder: 3%
    - Transcendence Decoder: 0.45%

[Update] Season 14: Jungle