CS2 Console Commands 2026: Best Practice, Gameplay & FPS Settings

Ready-to-Use CS2 Practice Configs and Gameplay Configs

This section is dedicated to convenience, specifically configuration files. Instead of typing the same console commands every time, configuration files allow you to group related commands and load them instantly. In CS2, practice configs are especially useful because they let you switch between different training scenarios without restarting the game or rebuilding the setup from scratch.

How to Create and Load a Personal Config

A personal config is a simple text file that contains console commands executed together. Configs give you full control over when and how specific settings are applied. You can create multiple configs for different purposes - gameplay, practice, testing, or experimentation - and load them on demand.

CS2 configuration files are stored in the following folder:

..\steamapps\common\Counter-Strike Global Offensive\game\csgo\cfg\

To create a new config:

1. Create a new text file in the cfg folder (for example, config.txt)
2. Add your commands, binds, or scripts
3. Rename the file extension from .txt to .cfg (for example, config.cfg)

Once saved, the config is ready to be used in-game.

Configs can be loaded manually or automatically. You can execute them through the console, run them via Steam launch options, or include them in autoexec.cfg. Each method behaves slightly differently, depending on when the commands are executed during game startup.

Load Config Using the Console

Before loading any config, make sure the developer console is enabled.

1. Launch the game and go to Settings -> Game
2. Set Enable Developer Console to Yes
3. Press the ~ key (default) to open the console

Type: exec config.cfg. Press Enter and close the console.

This method is ideal for quick testing or switching between configs during a session. Any .cfg file located in the cfg folder can be loaded this way.

Load Config Using the Launch Options

Steam launch options allow some console commands to be executed automatically when the game starts. Any command added here must begin with a + symbol.

To add a configuration to the launch options:

1. Open Steam and go to your Library
2. Right-click on Counter-Strike 2 and select Properties
3. On the General tab, find Launch Options
4. Add the following command (to the end of the line if there are already other launch options): +exec config.cfg

This will execute the config every time the game starts.

Launch options are processed after autoexec.cfg. If the same command exists in both files, the launch option value will override the autoexec value.

Load Config Using autoexec.cfg

autoexec.cfg is a regular configuration file that CS2 automatically executes on startup. Unlike other configs, it does not require manual execution or launch parameters.

By default, autoexec.cfg does not exist and must be created manually. It is commonly used to store persistent commands, key binds, and scripts or to load other configuration files.

To create autoexec.cfg:

1. Navigate to the CS2 config folder:

   ..\steamapps\common\Counter-Strike Global Offensive\game\csgo\cfg\

2. Create a new file named autoexec.txt
3. Add your commands, binds, scripts, or configuration file, like: exec config.cfg
4. Rename the file to autoexec.cfg (make sure it is not autoexec.cfg.txt)

Once created, autoexec.cfg will run automatically every time CS2 launches. No additional setup is required.

One reason to include cl_showfps 1 in autoexec.cfg is quick verification. Since the FPS counter appears directly in the main menu, you don’t need to load a map to confirm that the file was executed. If the FPS counter is visible, autoexec.cfg loaded correctly.

Gameplay Config for Clean HUD & Stable FPS

This is a stable FPS / low-stutter gameplay config (not a miracle boost). The config is focused on performance stability and reduced visual overhead, not artificial "FPS boost" claims. It disables a number of non-essential HUD elements, visual effects, and background features that add load to the engine without affecting core gameplay.

Several commands in this config are specifically aimed at reducing GPU and CPU overhead in common combat scenarios. For example, disabling first-person bullet tracers and limiting breakable object debris helps lower rendering and physics load during firefights and explosions. On some systems, this does not significantly increase average FPS - but it often reduces frame-time spikes and raises the minimum FPS, which is far more important for perceived smoothness.

As a result, the game may feel more consistent and responsive, especially in situations where micro-stutters previously occurred: intense gunfights, grenade explosions, or crowded areas. This is not a "+50 FPS" config, but a stability-oriented performance setup designed to smooth out frame delivery rather than inflate numbers.

Radar, crosshair, and HUD settings are configured in a balanced, competitive-friendly way, prioritizing clarity and fast situational awareness without unnecessary on-screen noise.

If you want to free up additional screen space and slightly reduce UI overhead, you can replace player avatars with numeric indicators. To enable this, remove the comment markers (//) from the following command inside the config:

cl_teamcounter_playercount_instead_of_avatars 1

This removes avatar icons and replaces them with simple player counts, which can help keep the HUD cleaner and easier to read, especially on smaller displays.

Commands and Values

//init
developer 0
mm_dedicated_search_maxping 75
sv_party_mode 0
volume 0.6
sensitivity 1.9
cl_sniper_auto_rezoom 0

//FPS
// Sets the maximum in-game FPS cap, where 0 removes the limit. Values [0-N], default 400.
fps_max 0

// Sets the maximum FPS cap for tools and menus. Values [0-N], default 120.
fps_max_tools 200

// Limits how many fragments breakable objects can create. Values [0-15], default 15.
func_break_max_pieces 0

// Enables first-person bullet tracers. Values [0/1], default 1.
r_drawtracers_firstperson 0

// Hides player avatar images to reduce UI overhead. Values [0-2], default 0.
cl_hide_avatar_images 1

// Animated avatars in the UI. Values [0/1], default 1.
cl_allow_animated_avatars 0

// Replaces team avatars with player counts on the scoreboard. Values [0/1], default 0.
//cl_teamcounter_playercount_instead_of_avatars 1

// Enables automatic hint messages in-game. Values [0/1], default 1.
cl_autohelp 0

// Disables player ragdoll physics after death. Values [0/1], default 0.
cl_disable_ragdolls 1

// Limits how many ragdolls can remain active at once. Values [-1-20], default 20.
cl_ragdoll_limit 5

// Controls teammate indicators shown through walls. Values [0-3], default 3.
cl_teamid_overhead_mode 1


// Shows or hides target name information. Values [0/1], default 1.
hud_showtargetid 0

// Shows build information in a corner of the screen. Values [0/1], default 1.
r_show_build_info 0

//Network
rate 1000000
cl_interp_ratio 1

//Telemetry
cl_hud_telemetry_frametime_show 1
cl_hud_telemetry_frametime_poor 100.0
cl_hud_telemetry_net_detailed 0
cl_hud_telemetry_net_misdelivery_poor 5.0
cl_hud_telemjetry_net_misdelivery_show 0
cl_hud_telemetry_net_quality_graph_show 0
cl_hud_telemetry_ping_poor 100.0
cl_hud_telemetry_ping_show 0
cl_hud_telemetry_serverrecvmargin_graph_show 0

//HUD and radar
cl_radar_scale 0.50
cl_hud_radar_scale 1.1
cl_radar_scale_dynamic 0
cl_radar_always_centered 0
cl_radar_rotate 1
cl_radar_icon_scale_min 0.7
cl_radar_square_with_scoreboard 0
cl_radar_square_always 0
cl_radar_square_with_scoreboard 0
cl_hud_radar_blur_background 1
cl_hud_radar_map_additive 1
cl_hud_color 0
cl_hud_radar_background_alpha 0.627000
cl_weapon_selection_rarity_color 1

//Sight
crosshair 1
cl_crosshair_drawoutline 1
cl_crosshair_outlinethickness 1.037287
cl_crosshair_recoil 0
cl_crosshair_sniper_width 2
cl_crosshair_t 0
cl_crosshairalpha 200
cl_crosshaircolor 5
cl_crosshaircolor_b 0
cl_crosshaircolor_g 255
cl_crosshaircolor_r 0
cl_crosshairdot 1
cl_crosshairgap -1.790851
cl_crosshairgap_useweaponvalue 0
cl_crosshairsize 0.300000
cl_crosshairstyle 4
cl_crosshairthickness 0.835233
cl_crosshairusealpha 1

echo The config.cfg file has been executed!

Download config.cfg Config file

Practice config (e.g., bots.cfg)

This config is designed for general offline practice with high-difficulty bots. It groups together commands used to control round flow, time limits, buy rules, bot behavior, and basic training utilities. The goal is to create a repeatable and controlled practice environment without having to manually reconfigure the server every time.

Due to CS2 limitations, it is not possible to spawn expert or elite-level bots directly through map loading options. For this reason, this config must be executed after the map is loaded, using the in-game console. The setup assumes the player is on the Terrorist side: 6 easy-level Terrorist bots plus the player versus 13 expert-level Counter-Terrorist bots. You can adjust this balance or create a mirrored version for the Counter-Terrorist side if needed.

Elite-level bots can only be spawned by adding them explicitly by name, which requires additional setup. For a detailed explanation of bot difficulty levels, bot naming, templates, and weapon behavior in CS2, see the following guides:

• Bots in Counter-Strike 2
• How to Change Bot Difficulty in Counter-Strike 2

This config also includes several training key binds to speed up practice and testing. Cheats mode is disabled by default, but individual cheat-dependent commands are embedded directly into specific binds. For demonstration purposes, multiple commands are bound to the same key, which is technically valid - however, only the last bind for a key will take effect.

You should reassign these binds to keys that are comfortable for you. If a bind is not needed, you can disable it by commenting it out (//) or removing it entirely.

Commands and values

//Server
sv_showimpacts 2
sv_showimpacts_time 5
sv_showbullethits 1
sv_maxspeed 320
mp_warmuptime 5
mp_freezetime 3
mp_limitteams 0
mp_autoteambalance 0
mp_buytime 120
mp_buy_anywhere 1
mp_maxmoney 16000
mp_startmoney 5000
mp_roundtime 2.5
mp_maxrounds 24
mp_timelimit 20
mp_c4timer 40
mp_friendlyfire	1

// Binds
// !Do not forget to reassign the "C" key to a key that is comfortable for you
// !Remove the comment prefix (//) to activate a bind
//bind "c" "sv_cheats 1"                                        // Cheats mode ON
//bind "c" "sv_cheats 0"                                        // Cheats mode OFF
//bind "c" "toggle sv_cheats"                                   // Cheats mode ON / OFF
//bind "c" "sv_cheats 1; noclip"                                // Fly mode ON
//bind "c" "toggle sv_cheats; noclip"                           // Fly mode ON / OFF
//bind "c" "toggle sv_cheats; toggle sv_regeneration_force_on"  // Regeneration
//bind "c" "toggle sv_cheats; toggle cl_showpos"                // Show current position (coordinates)
//bind "c" "toggle sv_cheats; toggle cl_player_proximity_debug" // Numbers on player feet (debug)
//bind "c" "toggle cl_draw_only_deathnotices"                   // Hide HUD except crosshair and death notices
//bind "c" "toggle sv_cheats; toggle cl_drawhud"                // Completely disable HUD


//Restart bots
bot_kick
bot_autodifficulty_threshold_low -99
bot_autodifficulty_threshold_high 99
bot_difficulty 3

//6-T 13-CT
bot_add_t easy
bot_add_t easy
bot_add_t easy
bot_add_t easy
bot_add_t easy
bot_add_t easy
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert
bot_add_ct expert

echo The bots.cfg has been executed!

Download bots.cfg Config file

Jump Throw and Regular Nades Practice Config (e.g., nades.cfg)

This config is designed specifically for grenade practice. It combines commands that help analyze grenade trajectories, timing, and positioning in a controlled environment. The goal is to make grenade training repeatable and efficient, without manual setup between attempts.

When loaded, this configuration enables a focused practice setup with several useful key binds: free movement for positioning checks, on-screen position data for precise lineup alignment, and the ability to instantly rethrow the last grenade. This allows you to test the same throw multiple times, compare results, and fine-tune lineups until they become consistent.

The config is suitable for practicing both regular throws and jump throws, making it useful for learning new lineups as well as refining existing ones.

Commands and Values

//Server
sv_maxspeed 320
mp_warmuptime 3600
mp_buytime 3600
mp_buy_anywhere 1
mp_maxmoney 16000
mp_startmoney 16000

//Nades
sv_cheats 1
sv_infinite_ammo 1
sv_grenade_trajectory_prac_pipreview 1
sv_grenade_trajectory_prac_trailtime 8
sv_showimpacts 1
ammo_grenade_limit_total 5

// !Do not forget to reassign the "C" key to a key that is comfortable for you
bind "c" "toggle sv_cheats; noclip"             // Fly mode ON
bind "c" "toggle sv_cheats; toggle cl_showpos"  // Show current position (coordinates)
bind "c" "sv_cheats 1; sv_rethrow_last_grenade" // Rethrow last grenade

echo The nades.cfg has been executed!

Download nades.cfg Config file

Bunnyhop practice config (e.g., bunny.cfg)

This config is intended only for movement practice, specifically for learning and testing bunnyhopping mechanics in CS2. It removes stamina penalties, increases air acceleration, and enables automatic bunnyhopping to create a controlled environment where movement behavior is easy to observe and repeat.

This setup is not representative of matchmaking or Premier servers. Its purpose is training and experimentation: understanding timing, air control, and how CS2 movement physics behave under relaxed constraints.

Commands and Values

sv_maxspeed 1000
sv_enablebunnyhopping 1
sv_autobunnyhopping 1
sv_staminajumpcost 0
sv_staminalandcost 0
sv_airaccelerate 100
mp_warmuptime 3600
mp_buytime 3600
mp_buy_anywhere 1
mp_maxmoney 16000
mp_startmoney 16000

Download bunny.cfg Config file