Valve Pulls Counter-Strike 2’s New “Transit” Map After Offensive Content Found

Just days after its official debut, the new Counter-Strike 2 map “Transit” was abruptly removed from the game following the discovery of an offensive slur hidden in one of its file names. The sequel to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive has faced a turbulent reception since its late 2023 launch, with many fans criticizing the removal of classic modes and features that defined the original game. Now, controversy has struck again—this time centered on fan-created content.

The Launch and Quick Removal of Transit

“Transit,” introduced on October 1 as part of a community map update, was designed for the game’s Wingman mode. Set in the bustling streets of Vietnam, the map featured a moving train that players could use to reposition or ambush opponents. Alongside “Transit,” the update also added the Wingman map “Rooftop” and two new maps—“Palacio” and “Golden”—for Competitive, Casual, and Deathmatch modes.

However, within just 48 hours of going live, “Transit” was pulled from Counter-Strike 2. According to reports, Valve made the decision after players discovered a racially offensive slur embedded in the filename of a poster texture within the map. The image in question featured the cat from Stray, but it was the file’s name—not the visual itself—that sparked outrage. Players also noted references to cryptocurrency companies and possible scam links scattered throughout the map, adding further controversy.

Community Reaction and Creator’s Response

One of the map’s creators, known as Rikuda, spoke out following the map’s removal. While expressing frustration over how quickly the situation escalated, Rikuda agreed that the offensive content should never have been included in the first place. The creator suggested that the issue could have been resolved with better communication rather than a full takedown. Rikuda did not, however, comment on the other questionable references found in the map.

Fan-Made Content Under Scrutiny

This incident arrives as Valve continues to embrace community contributions for Counter-Strike 2. All four maps added in the October update were developed by community creators, and Valve has actively encouraged players to submit their own maps to the Steam Workshop for potential inclusion in the game. The same update also featured community-designed weapon charms, further emphasizing Valve’s push toward fan involvement.

Yet, the “Transit” controversy highlights the challenges of managing user-generated content at such a scale. While Valve’s support for community creativity remains strong, the swift removal of the map shows that the company is equally committed to maintaining appropriate standards within its game.