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CS2 Console Commands

Q: What is the FPS command in CS2?

The classic FPS command is cl_showfps 1 , which displays a simple frame rate counter on your screen. Another option is cq_netgraph 1 , which shows additional performance and network statistics, though it functions more as a HUD-style stat display rather than a basic FPS counter. For a more detailed dashboard, Valve also provides the Source2 Telemetry HUD, which can be enabled in the Game settings. There, you can choose which performance metrics you want to display on your screen.

Q: 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 “~” (tilde) key to open the console and enter commands.

Danger Zone Commands

cl_compass_enabled

server

0 = Disable Compass at the top screen (for yourself) 1 = Enable Compass at the top screen (for yourself)

cl_dangerzone_approaching_sound_radius

server

Set the radius for the "approaching sound".

cl_dangerzone_moving_sound_volume

server

Set the volume for the "moving sound". This command sets the volume of the "Moving Sound" in the Danger Zone gamemode.

cl_dangerzone_sound_volume

server

Set the volume of default sound effects of the Danger Zone mode.

cl_dz_playagain_auto_spectate

server

0 = Disabled 1 = Enables to automatically switching to spectator mode after clicking play.

cl_quickinventory_deadzone_size

server

Configure the inventory size.

cl_quickinventory_lastinv

server

Use the last inventory item.

cl_rappel_tilt

server

Defines the tilt amount of your character when rappeling from a helicopter (skydiving/parachuting).

contributionscore_crate_break

server

Defines the amount of contribution score in the leaderboard that players receive for breaking an item crate.

dz_clearteams

server

Delete all existing Danger Zone teams.

dz_jointeam

server

Assign any player to a specific team in Danger Zone.

dz_shuffle_teams

server

Shuffle the teams in Danger Zone.

dz_spawnselect_choose_hex

server

Choose the spawn select in Danger Zone.

parachute

server

Equips your parachute in Danger Zone.

snd_dzmusic_volume

server

Adjust the music volume of the Danger Zone win screen.

survival_check_num_possible_final_zone

server

Prints a number of possible final zones in Danger Zone.

sv_air_max_horizontal_parachute_ratio

server

Toggle the horizontal parachute ratio in Danger Zone.

sv_air_max_horizontal_parachute_speed

server

Adjust how quickly you can move horizontally when parachuting in Danger Zone.

sv_airaccelerate_rappel

server

Define how fast a player moves while rappeling in Danger Zone.

sv_cs_player_speed_has_hostage

server

Only works in sv_cheat 1 mode. Define the movement speed of players that carry hostages in Danger Zone.

sv_drowning_damage_initial

server

Define the damage per second as you drown.

sv_drowning_damage_max

server

Set the max amount of damage when the maximum drowning effect hits in like in water.

sv_dz_autojointeam

server

0 = Players must join a team manually in Danger Zone. 1 = Players will be assigned to a team automatically in Danger Zone.

sv_dz_cash_bundle_size

server

Define the amount of money of a cash bundle, the default value is $50.

sv_dz_contractkill_reward

server

Define the number of cash bundles players get for a reached goal.

sv_dz_exploration_payment_amount

server

Define the number of cash bundles for exploring new sectors.

sv_dz_hostage_rescue_reward

server

Define the number of cash bundles for saving a hostage successfully in Danger Zone.

sv_dz_jointeam_allowed

server

1 = Allow players to leave and join teams in Danger Zone. 0 = Disabled

sv_dz_player_max_health

server

Define the amount of the player maximum health, while the default is 120.

sv_dz_player_spawn_armor

server

1 = Players will spawn with Armor 0 = Disabled

sv_dz_player_spawn_health

server

Define the amount of the player health, while the default is 120.

sv_dz_reset_danger_zone

server

Restart the current Danger Zone game.

sv_dz_show_enemy_name_scope_range

server

Define the range in that a player must be to display the name tag for other players in Danger Zone.

sv_dz_team_count

server

Define the maximum number of players that can be in a team.

sv_dz_warmup_tablet

server

1 = Gives players a tablet during the warmup period in Danger Zone 0 = Disabled

sv_dz_warmup_weapon

server

Give players a specific weapon during the warmup period in Danger Zone.

sv_dz_zone_bombdrop_money_reward

server

Define the number of cash bundles players receive at the end of each Danger Zone wave, while the default is 15.

sv_dz_zone_damage

server

Setup the damage ticks per second of the zones in Danger Zone, the default is 1.

Commands List

// Add commands from the list

Why are Console Commands Needed in CS2?

Console commands in CS2 allow players to instantly activate changes or settings in the game. All you need to do is open the console, type the command you need, and press the Enter key. The whole process takes about as long as it takes to read this sentence.

However, despite the presence of 3,057 CS2 commands available through the console, most important settings can already be adjusted through the game’s main menu. All basic aspects needed for comfortable gameplay — Video, Audio, Game, Keyboard/Mouse, Controller — can be configured without touching the console. Still, the console is extremely useful if you want to copy and paste someone else’s entire settings list instead of adjusting every option manually.

There is also a large set of commands that are essential for training. These include commands for adding bots and controlling them, activating infinite armor, adjusting grenade trajectories, and more. Alternatively, you can use them just for fun with friends when you are tired of competitive matches and want to try something chaotic.

Including all CS2 console commands directly in the main settings menu would waste a huge amount of space and make the interface less user-friendly. For this reason, the developers kept these options available but effectively "hid" them inside the console. Advanced players often know around a hundred commands from the full CS2 commands list, but even that only scratches the surface. To make things easier, we’ve grouped the commands into categories so you can quickly find the one you need.

How to Open and Use the CS2 Console

In CS2 all commands are activated through the console. But how do you open it?

When in CS2:

Open the game and click the gear icon in the main menu.
Go to the Game tab.
Find Enable/Allow Developer Console and set it to Yes/Enabled.
In-game, press the ` or the ~ key (usually the tilde key) to open the console.

Boom! You are ready to go.

Now, whenever you open CS2 all console commands can be entered from this window that appears after pressing the tilde key. So go ahead and explore the CS2 console commands list we’ve prepared for you.

What Commands Cannot Be Used in Competitive Modes

With the variety of Counter-Strike 2 console commands, most of them function as pre-game configuration settings. Essentially, all CS2 commands that mirror configuration settings can be used at any time.

However, a large group of commands is available only during training sessions. To activate them, you must type sv_cheats 1 in the console. This unlocks commands that are not allowed in competitive modes. These include features such as flying across the map, god mode, infinite ammo, closest spawn to test timings, grenade trajectory previews, and many more, all of which can be extremely useful for practice.

Another group of commands cannot be used in competitive matches because they modify local server settings. For example, you cannot change freeze time, round time, team sizes, or starting money while playing official matchmaking games.

FAQ

Some CS2 console commands may not work because they were removed, renamed, restricted to specific modes, or require special permissions, such as cheat-enabled servers. In some cases, the issue may simply be a typing mistake or an incorrect parameter.

The classic FPS command is cl_showfps 1, which displays a simple frame rate counter on your screen. Another option is cq_netgraph 1, which shows additional performance and network statistics, though it functions more as a HUD-style stat display rather than a basic FPS counter. For a more detailed dashboard, Valve also provides the Source2 Telemetry HUD, which can be enabled in the Game settings. There, you can choose which performance metrics you want to display on your screen.

To activate the console in CS2, follow this procedure: Launch Game → Settings → Game → Enable Developer Console → Yes. Then, press the “~” (tilde) key to open the console and enter commands.

In most cases, you cancel a command by entering the opposite value. Many commands use ‘1’ for activation and ‘0’ for deactivation. For example, sv_cheats 1 enables 'cheat' commands, while sv_cheats 0 disables them. In other cases, you may need to use an opposite command, such as bot_add/bot_kick.

The most commonly used commands are related to adjusting game volume levels, mouse sensitivity, and key binds. Many players modify these settings frequently, sometimes several times within a single match.

Console commands do not directly improve your skill, but they can definitely make the gameplay experience smoother and more comfortable. Optimizing your settings may help you react faster and perform better during matches.