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[Notice] Regarding Restrictive Access in Certain Countries



Dear Survivors,

In order to comply with local regulations, CSNS players located in Belgium, Slovakia, and Netherlands will have certain restrictions to purchasable items and access to in-game systems as of June 30th, 2021. Please check below for more details to the countries that follow and its restrictions that will take into effect.

[h3][Countries & Restrictions That Follow][/h3]

Belgium & Slovakia
  • Starting June 30th, 2021, players from Belgium and Slovakia will be unable to purchase Decoders from the Shop. (However, you may use the Decoders you have previously purchased stored in your Inventory.)
    List of Decoders:
    - Transcendence Premium Decoders
    - Transcendence Decoders
    - Premium Class Decoders
    - Class Decoders
    - Unique Premium Decoders
    - Unique Decoders
    - Epic Decoders
  • The Bonus Disassembly System will be terminated for further use.
Netherlands
  • The Mileage Auction System will be terminated for further use.

We apologize for the discontinuation for these 3 countries and hope for your kind understanding regarding the measures above due to compliance of each region’s regulations.

Thank you always for your love and support and please reach out to our CS Team if you have any further questions.

Best Regards,
The CSNS Team

[Event] Studio Middle Ages Concept Contest



Create your own map using the Studio Middle Ages Theme that was updated today! Show off your creative skills through this Studio Contest and win up to 300 Transcendence Decoders, Medals of honor, a Trophy, and lots more! The map doesn't need to be Middle Ages just as long as you use the new Middle Ages-themed blocks so have fun and don't miss this one and only chance!

[h3]Event Schedule[/h3]
  • Application Period: 6/16 - 7/14
  • Finalists Announced: 8/11
  • Player Vote: 8/11 - 9/1 (All voting participants will receive 1,000 Mileage)
  • Winners Announced: 9/8
  • Medal and Trophy Theme Packs Sent Out: 9/8
[h3]How to Participate[/h3]
  • 1. Create a map using the new Middle Ages-themed block and leave a comment on this event's Steam Announcement with the following information to participate. SUBMIT ENTRY HERE!
    - You must add the hashtag '#TheMiddleAges' to the map title to be accepted.
    - You can participate multiple times with multiple maps.

  • 2. You must include this in your Event Entry Comment:
    - Required: In-game Nickname (IGN), Map Name as it appears in the game.
    - Optional: Additional information, such as a brief introduction of the map, etc.
[h3]Evaluation Criteria[/h3]
  • 1. One round of map review after the contest ends.
  • 2. We'll select finalists after an internal evaluation.
  • 3. The winners will be selected on a 50% player vote and 50% Dev Team score.
    - Entries will be rated based on original aspects and setups, as well as creative use of options.
    - Players may make multiple submissions and receive multiple rewards.
[h3]Prizes[/h3]
  • 1st Place: 300 Transcendence Decoders
  • 2nd Place: 200 Transcendence Decoders
  • 3rd Place: 70 Transcendence Decoders
  • 4th - 10th Place: 30 Transcendence Decoders
  • 11th - 20th Place: 20 Transcendence Decoders
[h3]Additional Rewards[/h3]
  • All Prize Winners: Excellent Creator Medal + Trophy Theme Pack
  • All Participants: Contest Participation Medal + 5,000 Mileage
  • Rewards will only be given to maps with a play count of at least 10 and at least 3 recommendations.
  • If you already have the Excellent Creator Medal, another one will not be given.



[Update] Patch Notes: June 16th



Here's a rundown of some of the major updates in today's patch!
    Content: New Studio Map
    We invite you to a battle for survival between zombies and humans in a medieval fortress!

    Content: Studio Block Update
    New Middle Ages-themed decorations and device blocks have been added to Studio and Hide and Seek!

    Content: Zombie Update
    Check out Zombie Mode balance changes and updated Zombie Z Mode weapon unlock levels.

    Promotion: New Transcendence Weapon "Devastator"
    This new Transcendence Weapon is a heavy machine gun that uses .50 incendiary ammo. Its back-mounted magazine allows it to unleash an immense amount of firepower. Get it from the Transcendence Premium Decoder today!
Check out the Details section below for more information.


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[h2][New Contents][/h2]

[h3]New Studio Map Information[/h3] Medieval Fort
  • A battle for survival between zombies and humans begins in this fortress from the Middle Ages. This map is a Studio Zombie Hero mode set in a Medieval Fort.


[h3]Studio Block Update[/h3]New Middle Ages-themed decorations and device blocks have been added.
  • You can find them in Studio and Hide and Seek.


[h3]Zombie Content Update[/h3]1. Zombie Z Mode Unlock Level Adjustment
  • Stun Rifle: 8 -> 10
  • Stamper: 7 -> 8
  • SKULL-5: 5 -> 3
  • Ripper: 9 -> 8
  • Tiamat MK-3: 8 -> 10
  • Magnum Drill: 14 -> 13
  • Poison Launcher: 8 -> 6
  • Bear Fury Mk. 3: 24 -> 26
  • Stinger: 24 -> 18
  • Blistering Bolt Repeater: 26 -> 24
  • M249 Phoenix: 21 -> 20
  • Bouncer: 12 -> 10
  • Blade Runebreaker: 18 -> 20
  • Infinity Laser Fist: 22 -> 24
  • Eternity Laser Fist: 22 -> 24
  • Star Chaser SR: 18 -> 16
  • Shining Heart Rod: 20 -> 18
  • Starlight Rolling Shooter: 22 -> 24
2. Zombie Mode Balance Changes
  • When creating a Zombie Mode room, Remove Zombie Permanent Death is activated by default.
  • Stat bonuses from Zombie limits have been adjusted.
  • Individual Limit
    - 1 limit (HP and Armor: 0 / Damage Taken: 0 / Auto Recovery: 0)
    - 2 limits (HP and Armor: +1000 -> 0 / Damage Taken: 0 / Auto Recovery: +50 -> 0)
    - 3 limits (HP and Armor: +2000 -> +500 / Damage Taken: -3% -> 0 / Auto Recovery: +100 -> +50)
    - 4 limits (HP and Armor: +3000 -> +1,000 / Damage Taken: -10% -> -5% / Auto Recovery: +300 -> +100)
  • Round Limit
    - When only Normal Zombies are available after using all zombies (HP and Armor: +3,000 -> +1,000 / Damage Taken: -10% -> -5% / Auto Recovery: +300 -> +100)
  • In Zombie Z Mode, HP and Armor increases from the Zombie Limit is based on the player's level. (If you limit 4 zombies, it's +900 -> +300 at level 1 in Zombie Z Mode.)




[h2]New Events[/h2]

[h3]Transcendence Chest Giveaway (6/16 - 6/30)[/h3]You can get daily/cumulative rewards for completing the following missions during the event!

Daily Rewards (Can complete each only once a day)
  • Reach 10 minutes of playtime: Transcendence Chest x1
  • Reach 30 minutes of playtime: Transcendence Chest x1
  • Reach 60 minutes of playtime: Transcendence Chest x1 + CSN:S Event Ticket x1 (once a day)
  • (Zombie Z/Zombie Hero/Zombie Evolution Mode) Score 10 zombie kills or 10 human infections (excluding bots): CSN:S Event Ticket x1 (once a day)
  • Complete Zombie Scenario Mode on Normal difficulty or higher: CSN:S Event Ticket x1 (once a day)
  • Transcendence Chest: +0-9 Weapon (durational & permanent) and Devastator / Magnum Launcher / Dual Beretta Gunslinger have been added to this box, each with a difference chance to drop.
Cumulative Rewards
  • Collect 9 CSN:S Event Tickets: Transcendence Chest x10 [based on full participation, 3 days]
  • Collect 18 CSN:S Event Tickets: Transcendence Chest x15 [based on full participation, 6 days]
  • Collect 27 CSN:S Event Tickets: Transcendence Chest x20 [based on full participation, 9 days]
  • Collect 42 CSN:S Event Tickets: Transcendence Chest x30 [based on full participation, 15 days]
Notice
  • Rewards can only be claimed once per account.
  • Participation will only count in rooms with four or more players (includes Studio Mode).
  • All unused CSN:S Event Tickets will be removed during the maintenance on 6/30 (Wed).
  • All Transcendence Chests will be removed during the maintenance on 6/30 (Wed).
  • You can obtain no more than 3 CSN:S Event Tickets per day.



[h3]New Zombie Studio Map Event (6/16 - 6/30)[/h3]Get a Unique Decoder for playing 30 minutes in the new Studio map, Medieval Fort!

Conditions
  • Play a Medieval Fort map for 30 minutes
Rewards
  • Unique Decoder x1
Notice:
  • Each account can receive this reward only once.
  • Counts in rooms with 4 or more players.



[h3]Studio Event Ticket Giveaway (6/16 - 7/14)[/h3] Studio Creators can get event tickets that can be used to apply an event to one of their own map creations.
  • The event runs for 30 days from the day the Creator uses the ticket on their map.
  • Players who play the event map will be entered into a raffle.
  • At the end of the event, 1 player will win the event raffle reward.
Event Ticket Quantity
  • [NEW] Dual Sword Phantom Slayer Event Ticket - 10 tickets
Getting Event Tickets
  • Creators who want event tickets should leave a comment on the Studio Promotion post in Steam Announcements.
  • Comment Guidelines
    - Note your map creation date, map's eligible modes, and a brief introduction of the map in the body of your comment.
  • After a round of review, tickets will be sent based on the maps' quality and number of recommendations.
Notice
  • The CSN:S team will determine eligible entries and give items individually.
  • Distribution Date: Maintenance on Wednesday, July 28th
  • All unused event tickets will be removed during maintenance on Wednesday, September 1st.



[h3]Studio Theme Package Giveaway (6/16 - Permanent)[/h3]You will receive 5 theme packages when you reach 30 minutes of playtime in Studio Creation Mode!
Theme Packaged Given
  • China Theme Package
  • Maple Theme Package
  • Christmas Theme package
  • Space Theme Package
  • Soccer Theme Package
Notice
  • Each account can receive these items only once.
  • You will not receive theme packages that you already own.



[h3]Free Daily Rewards Event (6/16 - 7/14)[/h3]Join the battle every day to get rewards, get rewards for getting rewards, and get even more event rewards on top of that!

Daily Rewards
  • Daily Weapons Supply
    - Contents: 2 Transcendence Weapons (1 Day) and 1 Daily Attendance Reward Box
Cumulative Rewards
  • 5 Days: M3 Black Dragon (5 Days)
  • 10 Days: M3 Black Dragon (10 Days)
  • 15 Days: Magnum Launcher (5 Days)
  • 20 Days: Magnum Launcher (15 Days)
  • 25 Days: Gungnir (5 Days)
Extra Cumulative Rewards Event
  • Each time you get cumulative rewards (at 5/10/15/20/25 days), you'll receive a Cumulative Attendance Reward Box.




[h2]Shop Update[/h2]

[h3]New Transcendence Weapon "Devastator" Promotion (6/16 - 7/14)[/h3]Introducing the new Transcendence Weapon, Devastator! Now available in Transcendence and Transcendence Premium Decoders!

From Transcendence Premium Decoders:
  • Devastator: 3%
From Transcendence Decoders:
  • Devastator: 0.45%
The following items are being sold during the promotion period:
  • Transcendence Premium Decoder x1
    - Transcendence Premium Decoder x5
    - Transcendence Premium Decoder x10
  • Transcendence Premium Decoder x30
  • Transcendence Decoder x100
Notice
  • All Transcendence Premium Decoders will be removed during maintenance on 7/14 (Wed.).
  • 500 mileage will be given for each Transcendence Premium Decoder removed.
  • Transcendence Decoders will not be removed.



[h3]New Transcendence Weapon "Devastator" Guaranteed Giveaway (6/16 - 7/14)[/h3]Get Guaranteed Points when you use decoders during the event!

Event Objectives
  • 6 Guaranteed Points given each time you use 1 Transcendence Premium Decoder.
  • 1 Guaranteed Point given each time you use 1 Transcendence Decoder.
Rewards
  • You will receive a Devastator (Permanent) every time you reach 300 points.
  • For example, you'll get it at 300 points, 600 points, 900 points, and so on.

[Notice] 6/16 Decoder Rates



Greetings from the CSN:S Team.

Decoder rates have been updated.
This will be updated irregularly when the rates and the items are changed.
We hope this allows you to enjoy CSN:S to its fullest, knowing exactly what you can get.


[h2]6/16 Decoder Item Rates[/h2]

Transcendence Premium Decoder




Transcendence Decoder




Class Decoder




Unique Premium Decoder




Unique Decoder

[Complete] Regular Maintenance: June 16th



2021-06-16 7:55 A.M. CEST Update:
  • The regular maintenance for June 16th has been completed! Thank you for your patience throughout and you may now go in to enjoy the new contents and events!
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Attention Survivors,

We're going to perform a regular maintenance this Wednesday at 4:00 A.M. CEST, June 16th, 2021. All servers during this period will be unavailable and we are anticipating the maintenance to conclude at around 9:00 A.M. CEST. Please refer below for more details on the maintenance.


Time Frame
  • Wednesday, June 16th, 2021
  • SEA (UTC+7): 9:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
  • CEST: 4:00 A.M. – 9:00 A.M.
  • ET: 15th, 10:00 P.M. – 16th, 3:00 A.M.
  • PT: 15th, 7:00 P.M. – 16th, 12:00 A.M.
Note: Please note that the estimated length of time for each maintenance is subject to change without notification.


Maintenance Details
  • Server Upkeep
  • New Contents & Events


Thank you for your understanding and support in advance.

The CSN:S Team