Official: Train Replaces Vertigo on BLAST Bounty

BLAST has confirmed that the updated version of Train will be included in the map pool for the first season of BLAST Bounty. This decision coincides with Valve's recent announcement, making Train a part of the map pool for the upcoming major in Austin .

The return of Train could significantly change strategies on the competitive scene. The map has long been considered one of the most tactical in Counter-Strike, and its remake has sparked interest among players and fans alike.

Vertigo Gives Way
Train will replace Vertigo, which has been in the active pool since 2019. Despite Valve's numerous attempts to improve the map, it remained the least popular on the professional scene. Most teams preferred to permanently ban it. Now Vertigo gives way to the updated Train, likely pleasing fans of classic maps.

BLAST Bounty Details
The tournament kicks off on January 14 and will gather 32 teams to compete for a prize pool of $500,000. The first two rounds will be held online, after which the top eight teams will head to the BLAST studio in Copenhagen for the decisive matches.

The return of Train not only revitalizes the competitive scene but also draws attention to BLAST Bounty, which will become the first major arena for the new version of the map. This event promises to be an important moment in the history of CS2 , opening a new chapter for strategic diversity.