On December 18, Valve introduced an update for Counter-Strike 2 that subtly altered numerous weapon animations. However, amidst this overhaul, one particularly cherished animation was eliminated, leaving many players clamoring for its reinstatement.
Since the inception of CS:GO, players have utilized the F key to inspect their weapons and knives, which triggers a brief animation that allows the character model to showcase the player’s weapon skin. Notably, several weapons feature two inspect animations: a common one and a rare variant that activates approximately one in every ten attempts.
The Desert Eagle is a prime example, featuring a rare inspect animation where players effortlessly spin the weapon around their index finger for an indefinite duration, as long as the inspect key is pressed.
The Mystery Behind the Removed Deagle Inspect Animation
With the most recent update, that signature spinning animation for the Desert Eagle has vanished, leaving only the standard inspect animation in effect. This change has perplexed many players who are questioning whether this removal was intentional or simply an oversight.
Desert Eagle rare animation is no longer available. pic.twitter.com/ed7IgjbBtD
— CS2 NEWS (@cs2newsupdate) December 19, 2024
Comments from players range from disappointment, with one noting, “Such an iconic animation,” to humorous takes like “Unplayable,” reflecting the strong cultural impact the rare inspect had accrued since its introduction in 2018, making it a beloved feature for over six years.
Some players remain hopeful that its removal is merely a temporary glitch that Valve will correct in a subsequent update. Considering the various other ‘spin’ animations present in the game, like those for the Talon and Butterfly knives, the reasoning behind this specific alteration remains unclear.
Adding to the dialogue around animations, the update also introduced a new rare inspect for the AK-47, which has sparked a mixed reaction among the community — with one viral post describing it as “goofy.”
wtf is this new goofy ahh ak inspect animation pic.twitter.com/ttv7PjigXQ
— Goldec (@_goldec) December 19, 2024
In a positive twist, Valve also addressed long-standing animation issues, specifically correcting a glitch in the M9 Bayonet inspect animation where the player’s thumb would unnaturally clip through the handle.
⚠️Valve fixed the M9 Bayonet’s inspect animation The thumb no longer clips through the handle’s ring which was a bug present since the knife’s initial release in CS:GO pic.twitter.com/oqzkGU6n00
— JabGG (@JabGG_) December 19, 2024
The future of the Desert Eagle’s iconic inspect animation remains uncertain, leaving fans wondering if this change is permanent or if Valve will bring back the beloved feature. This latest update also encompassed broader gameplay modifications, including adjustments to how explosions affect dropped weapons, fixes for the Train map, and the integration of map guides into the Steam workshop. For a detailed overview of the changes, you can access the full patch notes here.
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