Counter-Strike 2

M249

Heavy weapon, both sides.

M249
Heavy ยท both sides

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Changed in 1 update

1 balance change across 1 update, condensed below to what still matters.

0 buffs and 1 nerf in total: trending weaker.

Biggest balance changes

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    Price Updated weapons based on performance metrics: - Slightly increased the damage for the fiveseven to keep it on par with other pistols. - Lowered the max width of the recoil patterns for the MG's to make them better for their price point. - Lowered the spread on the Negev to be more in line with the m249.

Most recent change 21 May 2012

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    Price Updated weapons based on performance metrics: - Slightly increased the damage for the fiveseven to keep it on par with other pistols. - Lowered the max width of the recoil patterns for the MG's to make them better for their price point. - Lowered the spread on the Negev to be more in line with the m249.

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Alternatives

Every M249 change, update by update

All 6 lines Valve listed for the M249 since May 2012, newest first, fixes and visual changes included. Last changed 7 February 2024.

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    Replaced the M249 fire sound effect visual

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    M249 now has bullet belt animation visual

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    Various improvements to the look of the M249, MP5-SD, Desert Eagle, Dual Elites, and Taser

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    Automated sentries now fire M249 bullets.

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    Upgraded sound fidelity, reduced distortion for Mag7, M249, Negev. visual

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    Price Updated weapons based on performance metrics: - Slightly increased the damage for the fiveseven to keep it on par with other pistols. - Lowered the max width of the recoil patterns for the MG's to make them better for their price point. - Lowered the spread on the Negev to be more in line with the m249.