CS2 Cheats Guide: Legal Commands vs Bannable Exploits [2025]

CS2 Cheats Guide: Legal Commands vs Bannable Exploits [2025]

By Marcus Thompson

January 14, 2025 at 11:54 PM

Counter-Strike 2 cheats fall into two distinct categories: legitimate console commands and illegal third-party software. Here's what you need to know about each type and their implications.

Legitimate Console Commands These commands are built into CS2 and can only be used in private servers or practice modes:

  • sv_cheats 1 (enables cheat commands)
  • r_drawothermodels 2 (see through walls)
  • god (invulnerability)
  • sv_infinite_ammo 1 (unlimited ammunition)
  • noclip (fly through walls)
  • sv_aim 1 (automatic aiming)
  • mat_wireframe 1 (transparent walls)

Gamer adjusting glasses in darkness

Gamer adjusting glasses in darkness

Illegal Cheats and VAC Bans Using unauthorized third-party cheats can result in permanent VAC bans. Common illegal cheats include:

  • Wallhack (seeing through walls)
  • Aimbot (automatic targeting)
  • Speed hack (increased movement)
  • ESP (enemy information display)

CS player shooting with assault rifle

CS player shooting with assault rifle

Useful Practice Commands These legitimate commands can enhance training:

  • host_timescale (adjust game speed)
  • sv_gravity (modify jump height)
  • weapon_accuracy_nospread 1 (remove weapon spread)
  • sv_airaccelerate (change air movement)

First-person shooter with glowing wireframe enemies

First-person shooter with glowing wireframe enemies

Neon soldiers fighting in 3D scene

Neon soldiers fighting in 3D scene

Neon graffiti AK-47 on wall

Neon graffiti AK-47 on wall

Remember: All cheat commands only work on unofficial servers and custom games. Using them in competitive matches or official servers is strictly prohibited and may result in permanent account bans.

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