Improving your utility usage in Counter-Strike 2 is often more effective than standard aim training. By utilizing private servers, you can drill grenade lineups repeatedly without the constraints of a standard match.
Setting Up a Private Practice Server
Valve has simplified the process of launching practice sessions directly through the game menu. This method allows you to test lineups without manually typing console commands:
- Navigate to Play, then select Practice.
- Enable Grenade Camera, Infinite Ammo, and Infinite Warmup.
- Toggle Map Guides if you want on-screen visual aids for lineups.
- Select your map and click Go to launch the server.
Essential Console Commands for Practice
For more granular control, such as instantly restarting rounds or enabling advanced trajectory previews, you can use the developer console. Ensure you have enabled sv_cheats 1 first.
| Command | Effect |
|---|---|
sv_grenade_trajectory_prac_pipreview 1 | Shows a preview window of the landing spot. |
sv_infinite_ammo 1 | Provides unlimited grenades. |
mp_buy_anywhere 1 | Allows purchasing utility from anywhere on the map. |
mp_restartgame 1 | Instantly restarts the session to apply settings. |
bot_kick | Removes all bots from the match. |
sv_regeneration_force_on 1 | Keeps health at maximum during practice. |
Using In-Game Map Guides
Map Guides provide a built-in way to learn lineups during active gameplay. These guides are available during the first five rounds of a half in non-Premier competitive matches. By pressing Escape, you can select official Valve guides or subscribed Workshop content. The game will then display markers on your screen, indicating exactly where to stand and where to aim to land specific utility.