CS2 not switching to fullscreen mode on Mac? Here's the quick fix.

CS2 runs well on both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs, but some users experience fullscreen mode issues. Here's how to resolve them:

Quick Fix for Fullscreen Mode:

1. Open Steam library
2. Right-click Counter-Strike 2
3. Select Properties
4. Click Set Launch Options under GENERAL
5. Enter -fullscreen
6. Click OK

Alternative Solutions:

• Use keyboard shortcut: Command + Control + F
• Check Video Settings: Settings > Video > Display Mode
• Verify display settings in System Preferences

System Requirements:

• OS: MacOS X 10.11 (El Capitan) or later
• Processor: Intel Core Duo (2 GHz+)
• Memory: 2 GB RAM
• Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 2400+ / NVIDIA 8600M+
• Storage: 15 GB free space

Performance Tips:

• Lower resolution if experiencing frame rate issues
• Disable power saving mode
• Set global shadows quality to low
• Adjust graphics settings for optimal performance

To Exit Fullscreen:

• Press Command + Control + F
• Click the green button in the title bar
• Select View > Exit Full Screen

Window Resizing:

• Drag any corner/side to resize
• Hold Option while dragging to maintain window position
• Use Split View for dual-screen setup
• Access System Preferences > Displays > Scale for resolution adjustment

Remember: The Option key on Mac corresponds to the Alt key on PC, located two keys left of the spacebar.

While CS2 is playable on Mac, it's optimized for PC gaming. These solutions should help resolve most fullscreen-related issues and improve your gaming experience.

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