Valve has released an updated version of classic Counter-Strike map de_nuke. The redesigned map was added to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive as part of the Operation Wildfire event. Take a look at screenshots of the new Nuke below.
"Nuke is one of Counter-Strike's most iconic and enduring
maps. First released in November 1999, the map has undergone numerous
aesthetic and functional changes over the years, yet always retained its
elegant simplicity. We're excited to announce the latest evolution of
Nuke in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive," it said on the official Counter-Strike website.
The
main goals of the redesign were to create more tactical options for the
Terrorist side. Traditionally, it has been considered that
Counter-Terrorists had an advantage on the map. Along with gameplay
tweaks, the visual aesthetic has also been updated to be "high-quality"
and "more readable."
Valve continued: "We set out to
adjust rotation times between the stacked bombsites, Counter-Terrorist
strategic control of the rafters, and added a new outdoor attack route."
Nuke
has also been added to Competitive Matchmaking playlists and "other
game modes as part of the Operation Wildfire map group." More specific
changes to the map, including changes to Bombsite A and B, vents outside
areas, and more, can be found here.
Operation
Wildfire also features unlimited free access to seven community maps.
Those that purchase a pass for the event will get an Operation Journal
that tracks states in competitive matches and an Operation Wildfire
Coin. This coin is displayable "wherever your avatar is shown and
upgradable by completing campaign Challenge Missions."
Operation Wildfire also features the following campaigns:
- The Gemini Campaign: Grab a friend and fight your way through the cooperative Gemini Campaign! Gemini Campaign missions each feature a friends leaderboard and can be replayed as often as you like. Work as a team and go for a high score!
- The Wildfire Campaign: Looking for a mixture of Casual, Arms Race, Deathmatch, and Demolition missions? The Wildfire Campaign features 30 missions that will grant you XP as you work toward upgrading your Operation Wildfire Coin.
- Blitz Missions: Throughout Operation Wildfire, you’ll have opportunities to take part in Blitz Missions, global events where you can earn bonus XP for performing a specific action. You must be Private Rank 3 or above to participate in Competitive Blitz Missions.