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OFFICE
Introduction
Office is definitely one of the more unusual maps in Counter-Strike 2. While most maps are all about defusing bombs, the map flips the script here, the goal is to rescue hostages. So instead of worrying about bomb sites, you’re either trying to save hostages or stop the other team from doing it. And if you ever played CS 1.6, you might remember one of the old tricks terrorists used, just killing off the hostages. It was kind of a cheap move, but it worked. Guarding one hostage in a single spot was a lot easier than trying to defend three spread across the map. In this guide, I’ll break down the layout of Office, look at important spots, and share some tips and tactics to help you play smarter and win more often.
Overview
The map made up of tight hallways, small rooms, and narrow choke points. Because of how close everything is, fights happen quickly and often at close range. This makes weapons like SMGs and shotguns really effective. Players need quick reflexes and accurate aim to survive.
The main goal is to rescue hostages if you’re playing as the Counter-Terrorists, or stop that from happening if you’re on the Terrorist side. Unlike bomb maps, both teams need to plan and position themselves carefully. Terrorists should focus on guarding the hostages, while Counter-Terrorists have to work their way through defenses to get them out safely.
The map’s close quarters can make gunfights feel sudden and intense. Places like the Main Hall, Kitchen, and Side Hall don’t offer much cover, so you’ll need to use grenades smartly and rely on teamwork. Because there aren’t many ways to rotate across the map, both teams have to be thoughtful about how they move. Terrorists need to lock down key areas, and Counter-Terrorists have to look for weak spots in the defense. In general, everything is as always =)
About
- Map Type: Hostage Rescue
- Faction Terrorist: Phoenix Connexion, Eastern Europe
- Faction Counter-Terrorist: SAS (Special Air Service), UK
- Location: USA
- Release Year: 2000
- Map code: cs_office
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Office Map Callouts
T Start – This is where the Terrorists spawn at the beginning of each round
CT Start – Where the Counter-Terrorists begin, near the hostages
Main Hall – A long hallway that connects lots of rooms and leads to where the hostages are
Bathroom – A small room off the Main Hall that can be used for cover or defense
Storage Room – Close to T Start, it’s often a spot for regrouping or hiding with a hostage
Conference Room – Bigger room near T Start with a few ways in, making it useful for attacks
Kitchen – A small area between Storage Room and Main Hall, often used for flanking
Office – A bigger open room with some cover, often the site of heavy firefights
Front Courtyard – An outside space near the Office, sometimes used for moving and fighting
Back Courtyard – Another outdoor path behind the building, useful for approaching from a different direction
Side Yard – A smaller open area that can be used to flank opponents
Side Hall – A tight hallway from T Start to Main Hall
Back Way – A sneaky path that can take you to different parts of the map, great for surprise rotations
Sniper’s Nest – A raised spot near the Front Courtyard with good lines of sight for long-range shots
Stairwell – Connects different levels of the map, handy for changing position
Garage – A larger area near CT Spawn, often a place for ambushes
Tactical Strategies
Terrorist Side
Hold strong positions like the Side Hall and Storage Room to control the map. Smokes and Molotovs are your best tools to slow down the CTs. Use them to block off paths and delay rescues. Keep talking with your team so you’re ready if they breach your setup. Switching up your defense spots now and then can throw the enemy off. When they don’t know what to expect, they’re more likely to make mistakes. Set up crossfires and place grenades smartly to ruin CT rescue attempts.
Counter-Terrorist Side
Your first goal should be to take control of Main Hall and Side Hall. This opens up more options to reach the hostages. Throw flashes and smokes to break through defenses and surprise the enemy. Use weapons that work well up close like SMGs and shotguns. Once you’ve got the hostages, don’t rush set up a safe path and defend it until extraction. Talk with your team and make sure everyone knows which route you’re taking. That way, you avoid getting caught alone.
Tips
Listening is super important. Footsteps and other sounds can tell you exactly where the enemy is. Choosing the right weapons matters too close range guns work best here. Try to take control of the hallways early in the round. That lets you pick when and where fights happen. Work as a team and stick together, especially when rescuing hostages or holding a room. And don’t be afraid to change things up. If the enemy is reading your plays, try something new to stay one step ahead.
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Conclusion
Office is a very different kind of map in Counter-Strike 2. Instead of planting or defusing bombs, it’s all about saving or protecting hostages. That means you have to think differently and play smart. If you learn the map, work with your team, and stay flexible, you’ll start winning more rounds. Whether you’re playing as a T or a CT, the key is staying sharp and sticking to the plan.
Want to sharpen your skills even further? Don’t stop here – check out other classic and competitive maps like Ancient, Anubis, Dust 2, Inferno, Italy, Mirage, Nuke, Overpass, Train and Vertigo. Each has its own twists, tactics, and secrets waiting to be mastered.