Pro Players’ Settings
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CS2 Console Commands
🎮Controller Commands
joy_accelmax
Client
Defines the maximum acceleration of your joystick.
joy_accelscale
Client
Default: 3.5
joy_accelscalepoly
Client
Extra CS:GO controller commands to get even more control about the axis layout.
joy_advanced
Client
Extra CS:GO controller commands to get even more control about the axis layout.
joy_advaxisr
Client
Extra CS:GO controller commands to get even more control about the axis layout.
joy_advaxisu
Client
Extra CS:GO controller commands to get even more control about the axis layout.
joy_advaxisv
Client
Extra CS:GO controller commands to get even more control about the axis layout.
joy_advaxisx
Client
Extra CS:GO controller commands to get even more control about the axis layout.
joy_advaxisy
Client
Extra CS:GO controller commands to get even more control about the axis layout.
joy_advaxisz
Client
Extra CS:GO controller commands to get even more control about the axis layout.
joy_autoaimdampen
Client
Defines how much input is required when the crosshair is on a target.
joy_autoAimDampenMethod
Client
Defines the sensitivity of your joystick input.
joy_autoaimdampenrange
Client
Defines the stick range for when aim dampening kicks in.
joy_axis_deadzone
Default
Defines the dead zone of a controller, so that it does not impact the movement on the game.
joy_axisbutton_threshold
Server
Defines the axis range of the joystick's analog stick.
joy_cfg_preset
Client
Extra CS:GO controller commands to get even more control about the axis layout.
joy_circle_correct
Client
CS:GO command for the joystick circle corecction.
joy_curvepoint_1
Server
Console command for the client. Works for1-4 and for "_end".
joy_curvepoint_2
Client
Console command for the client. Works for1-4 and for "_end".
joy_curvepoint_3
Client
Console command for the client. Works for1-4 and for "_end".
joy_curvepoint_4
Client
Console command for the client. Works for1-4 and for "_end".
joy_curvepoint_end
Client
Console command for the client. Works for1-4 and for "_end".
joy_diagonalpov
Client
This CS:GO command causes the POV (point of view) manipulator when using a joystick diagonal.
joy_display_input
Client
Allows displaying the input.
joy_forwardsensitivity
Client
Control the forward sensitivity of the joystick.
joy_forwardthreshold
Client
Control the forward threshold.
joy_gamma
Client
Define the gamma.
joy_inverty
Client
With this CS:GO console command you can invert the Y-axis for looking around with a joystick: Moving the joystick up or forward will make the character look down.0 = Off1 = On
joy_lowend
Client
Client-only command for low-end of the joystick.
joy_lowend_linear
Client
Client-only command for the linear low-end of the joystick.
joy_lowmap
Client
Client-only command for the low map of the joystick.
joy_movement_stick
Client
Define the stick location for the movement in CS:GO. 0/1/2
joy_name
Client
Client-only command for the name of the joystick.
joy_no_accel_jump
Client
Client-only command for the jump acceleration of the joystick.
joy_pitchsensitivity
Client
Client-only command for the sensitivity of the joystick.
joy_pitchthreshold
Client
Adjusts the pitch threshold.
joy_response_look
Client
Adjusts the look stick response.
joy_response_look_pitch
Client
Adjusts the look stick response pitch.
joy_response_move
Client
Define the movement stick response for your joystick. 0/1/2/3/4/5
joy_sensitive_step0
Client
Client-only command for the sensitivity of the joystick.
Command List
// Add commands from the list
Why are Console Commands Needed in CS2?
Console commands for CS2 allow players to activate changes or settings in the game instantly. All you need to do is to open the console (click ‘~’), type the one you need, and press the ‘Enter’ key. The whole process takes as long as you need to read this sentence.
Despite the presence of 3,057 CS2 commands available via the console, the most important settings are available in the main menu of the game. All basic aspects needed for comfortable playing — Video, Audio, Game, Keyboard/Mouse, Controller — all can be adjusted without touching a keyboard. But you still can use your console to copy-paste someone's entire settings list rather than adjusting various options one by one.
There is also a huge list of commands, like adding bots and their control, activating infinite armor, or grenade trajectories, that are vital for training. Or, you can use them for fun with friends when you are tired of competitive mode and just want something wild.
Including all CS2 console commands into a basic display menu would be a huge waste of space and not at all user-friendly, so developers left these options for configuration but "hid" them into the console. Advanced players usually know about a hundred from the whole CS2 commands list, but they only scratch the surface. To easily find the needed one, we’ve added all and grouped them, so you can quickly find the required by choosing the category.
What Commands Cannot be Used in Competitive Modes?
With the variety of Counter-Strike 2 console commands, the majority of them are used like pre-game settings. In other words, they are set at once and rarely need changes, especially during the match.
However, a huge cluster can be used only during training sessions. Their activation starts by typing ‘sv_cheats 1’ in the console, opening the road for things forbidden in the competitive modes. An easy character’s flying across the map, god mode, infinite weapon, closest spawn to test timings, grenade trajectories, and many more can help while training.
Another cluster of commands that are not for competitive modes usage is related to adjusting a local server with the game. Thus, you cannot change the freeze-time, round time, team sizes, or money amount when playing official Matchmaking.
Still, all CS2 commands mirrored in the game default menu (screen above) are available anytime. Thus, you can easily change crosshair details, viewmodel, radar orientation, voice and HUD settings, bind new messages, and many more.
FAQ
How do I activate console commands in CS2?
To activate the console in CS2, follow this procedure: Launch Game → Settings → Game → Enable Developer Console → Yes. Then, press the “~” button to activate it.
How do I cancel commands?
Basically, you need to type the opposite command. For some, it means adding the opposite value, which is usually ‘1’ for activation and ‘0’ for deactivation (e.g., sv_cheats 1 enables 'cheat' commands, and sv_cheats 0 disables them). For others, you need to find an opposite command (e.g., bot_add/bot_kick)
What are the most used commands for Counter-Strike 2?
The most often used commands are related to adjusting game volume rates, mouse sensitivity, and binds, which can be changed up to several times per single map.
Can I upgrade my skill using CS2 commands?
Console commands have almost no impact on the skill itself but can definitely make the gaming process smoother and more pleasant, so you can easily kill more enemies.
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