Playing with bots in CS2 is an excellent way to practice skills, learn maps, and enjoy offline gameplay. Here's how to set it up and make the most of bot matches.

Setting Up a Bot Match:

1. Open CS2 and go to "Play" tab
2. Select "Practice with Bots"
3. Choose your game mode:
   • Competitive
   • Casual
   • Deathmatch
4. Select your preferred map
5. Adjust bot difficulty (Easy, Medium, Hard, or Expert)

Essential Console Commands:

1. Enable console in Game Settings first
2. Add/Remove Bots:
   • bot_add_t: Add Terrorist bot
   • bot_add_ct: Add Counter-Terrorist bot
   • bot_kick: Remove all bots
3. Adjust Difficulty:
   • bot_difficulty [0-3] (0=Easy, 3=Expert)
4. Control Settings:
   • bot_stop 1: Freeze bots
   • bot_quota [number]: Set total bot count
   • bot_knives_only 1: Force knife-only mode

Practice Tips:

• Start with easy bots and gradually increase difficulty
• Use bot matches to practice specific weapons and skills
• Learn grenade lineups and positions without pressure
• Practice callouts even when playing alone
• Explore maps thoroughly using noclip command

Workshop Integration:

• Access specialized training maps
• Use aim training workshops
• Practice grenade lineups on custom maps
• Subscribe to maps through Steam Workshop

Benefits:

• Safe environment for practice
• Flexible difficulty settings
• Available offline
• Perfect for learning new strategies
• No pressure from other players

Remember: Bot matches are ideal for building fundamental skills before heading into competitive play. Use them to develop muscle memory, learn map layouts, and perfect your strategies without the pressure of online matches.

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