With Valve recently disabling the Premier mode queues for Counter-Strike 2, fans of the competitive shooter are eager to find out when the next season will start.
CS2 Premier Season 3 has come to an end on January 19, and players are no longer able to queue in the Premier mode till the new season hits the server. While the various other game modes in CS2 remain accessible, they do not affect global leaderboard standings or contribute to overall MMR.
If you’re looking to continue your Premier climb in CS2, you’ll have to wait for the highly anticipated Season 4 update. Like every other seasonal update, CS2 Premier Season 4 is expected to introduce a wave of new content to the shooter, including an updated map pool, gameplay improvements, and more.
But when exactly does CS2 Premier Season 4 start? Let’s find out.
CS2 Premier Season 4 Release Date
While Valve hasn’t officially disclosed the release date of CS2 Premier Season 4, players can expect the new update to land on January 20, 2026, at around 4 pm PT.
The devs have confirmed that the new CS2 Premier Season will bid farewell to Train from the competitive map rotation, while Anubis will make its return.
Players who had a minimum of 25 wins in the Premier mode during Season 3 will receive an exclusive Premier Season Three medal showcasing their peak MMR attained over the last season.
That’s everything you need to know about the CS2 Premier Season 4 launch. Be sure to keep following TalkEsport for the first details on when the official Season 4 patch notes drop.