How to Remove and Control Bots in CS2: Complete Console Commands Guide [2025]

How to Remove and Control Bots in CS2: Complete Console Commands Guide [2025]

By Marcus Thompson

January 13, 2025 at 08:02 AM

Counter-Strike 2 bots are AI-controlled players that help fill teams and provide practice opportunities. Here's how to manage them effectively:

Opening the Console Press the tilde key (~) located below the "Escape" key to access the console.

CS2 soldier aiming with rifle

CS2 soldier aiming with rifle

Basic Bot Commands

Removing Bots:

  • bot_kick
    : Removes all bots
  • bot_kick ct
    : Removes Counter-Terrorist bots only
  • bot_kick t
    : Removes Terrorist bots only

Adding Bots:

  • bot_add
    : Adds one random bot
  • bot_add_t
    : Adds a Terrorist bot
  • bot_add_ct
    : Adds a Counter-Terrorist bot

CS2 player wearing black gas mask

CS2 player wearing black gas mask

Advanced Bot Management

Difficulty Settings:

  • bot_difficulty [0-3]
    : Sets bot skill level (0 = easiest, 3 = hardest)

Control Commands:

  • bot_quota [number]
    : Sets maximum number of bots
  • bot_stop [0/1]
    : Freezes/unfreezes bots
  • bot_dont_shoot [0/1]
    : Controls bot weapon usage

Person in gas mask with STOP

Person in gas mask with STOP

Training Benefits

  • Practice specific skills without pressure
  • Improve aim and reaction times
  • Learn maps and strategies
  • Experiment with different weapons and tactics

To verify bots are removed, check the scoreboard for bot names or observe the absence of AI-controlled characters in-game.

Use bots strategically for training, but remember they can't fully replicate human player behavior, especially at higher skill levels.

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