MAP UPDATES

Map Rotation

• The map ABYSS returns to Competitive and Deathmatch queues.
• The map BREEZE is removed from Competitive and Deathmatch queues.

BUG FIXES

• Agents

1. Fixed an issue where Cypher’s "Spycam" icon on the minimap was rotated incorrectly.
2. Fixed an issue where the equip animation for Viper’s "Snake Bite" displayed incorrectly to enemies.
3. Fixed an issue where the visual effects for Deadlock’s "GravNet" could disappear if a player disconnected and reconnected to the match.

• Game Stability

1. Fixed an issue where rapidly switching between Clove’s "Ruse" and "Pick-me-up" caused the game to freeze and disconnect.

PC ONLY

PREMIER CHANGES

Stage V26A5 is here! Matches begin on August 18.

1. Stage V26A5 will run for five weeks instead of the usual seven.
2. Teams that earn at least 450 Premier Score points will qualify for the playoffs, taking place on September 20.

Qualification for the Competitive and Contender divisions remains based on placement—see the standings page for details.

Competitive and Contender Divisions:

• The playoffs will take place over two days! The first round of the playoffs is scheduled for September 19. Teams that advance from the first round will compete in the finals on September 20.

BUG FIXES

Cosmetics

• Fixed an issue where the animation for transforming melee weapons—such as those from the Kuronami 2.0 or Nocturnum collections—would not play during the inspect animation.