The release of CS2 has brought many changes to the game, including a revamp of the weapon textures and sounds. However, the new buy system has left many players scratching their heads as certain weapons, such as the MAG-7, Bizon and Negev, have seemingly vanished from the buy menu, leading to speculation about whether these weapons have been removed from the game. But is there any truth to these speculations? Let’s find out!
Have Some Weapons Been Removed In CS2?
Although you might not find some weapons in the buy menu, it’s important to note that they haven’t been removed from CS2. Instead, the game has introduced a new “loadout” system, in which players must select their preferred weapons before the match starts.
The introduction of this new loadout system marks a significant shift from CS:GO’s weapon wheel system, as players are now required to select a specific set of weapons – 4 pistols, 5 mid-tier guns, and 5 rifles – that they’ll have access to during the match.
This new interface in CS2 might strike a chord of familiarity with players who have played Valorant, as the game indeed has drawn inspiration from Valorant’s grid-based system for weapon selection. However, CS2 features a much wider array of weapons, leaving many players puzzled on how to include their favorite weapons in the loadout.
How To Change Loadout In CS2?
The process of setting up your loadout is quite straightforward, and you can change yours for the Terrorist and Counter-Terrorist sides by following the below steps:
- In CS2, open the Loadout tab on top of the home screen.
- You should now see a player model for CT and T-sides. Click on the one you want to equip.
- Now, click on the weapon you want to replace to view the alternative options in the section below.
- Search for your preferred weapon by clicking on the toggle displaying your current weapon’s name.
- Once found, click on it and then drag and drop the weapon to your preferred spot in the loadout.
You can follow the same steps for the opposing side’s loadout. The entire process has been visually demonstrated in the following clip:
Is The New CS2 Loadout System Good?
The new loadout system has been welcomed by many in the CS community, who see it as a refreshing change to the old weapons wheel system that we’re all familiar with. Here are some enhancements that have been brought to the game thanks to this new feature:
- The loadout system adds an extra layer of strategy to the game, as players are now required to have good foresight for which weapons will serve them the best in the match ahead.
- Players now have access to weapon combinations that weren’t possible before. And yes, this means that now we can finally use both the M4A1-S and M4A4 at the same time.
- Misclicks during the buy phase are no longer punishing, as you can now sell weapons that you accidently bought and buy the correct ones during the buy time.
- The new system gives players a high degree of personalization, as each player can now create unique loadouts customized to suit their playstyle.
Is The New CS2 Loadout System Bad?
Despite the addition of the new features, many CS2 players are not happy with the introduction of this new loadout system, with many deeming it as restricting. Here’s what they have to say:
- The new system makes it a lot harder for new players to get the hang of the game, as the limitations on weapon selection will hinder them from experimenting with a wide range of weapons.
- The inability to change your weapon choices on-the-fly is another concern expressed by players who prefer to have a variety of weapons in their arsenal that they can switch between mid-game.
Conclusion
While it’s easy to press the panic button after failing to find your favorite weapon in the buy menu, CS2 has just introduced a new loadout system that has received a mixed reception from the CS community. Do you think the new loadout system is a valuable addition to the game? We’re eager to hear your thoughts and insights in the comments below!