How to Play Workshop Maps in Counter-Strike 2 | Best Workshop Maps

In addition to the seven main arenas designed for local competitions and determining the global ranking in Premier mode, Counter-Strike 2 has maps for skill training in various modes.

At the moment, the total number of maps created for training duels in CS2 and available for download in the Steam Workshop is 1840.

How to Open a Workshop in CS2

To access the Steam Workshop in your browser, follow this link. Alternatively, select a game from your library on your PC app and click the “Workshop” tab. To find maps, tap “Browse”.

How to Launch a Map from the Workshop in CS2

Steam Workshop does not allow you to run maps but provides the ability to download them. To do so:

• select the location you want to play in and click on it;
• click the “Subscribe” button on the map page, log in to your Steam account or create one;

• after that, you will be able to download the configuration file of the selected arena.

Here’s how to launch and access the maps from the workshop to make them available for play:

1. Unpack the archive and transfer the resolution file (.vpk) to the directory with the maps, which can be reached by opening the directories sequentially:

• this computer;
• c drive;
• Program Files(x86);
• Steam;
• steamapps;
• common;
• Counter-Strike Global Offensive;
• game;
• csgo;
• maps.

Perform the following steps:

• right-click on the CS2 shortcut and select “Properties” from the pop-up menu;
• open the “Basic” tab and enter “-insecure” in the specified line.

These manipulations allow you to run custom maps, but disable the standard game modes, which can be restored by deleting “-insecure“.

To launch the installed map:

1. Activate the developer console to do this:

• go to the game settings by pressing the icons (1), (2) and (3) in sequence;
• select “Yes” (4) next to “Activate Developer Console”.

2. Open the Developer Console by pressing the “~” key (default value), in which enter:

• “sv_cheats 1” – to activate cheats (if not entered, the cheats will not work);
• “map_[location name]” – to go to the downloaded map (when typing the command in the drop-down menu, you will be offered possible options).

Similarly, you can download, install and run any map from the Steam Workshop and/or from a third-party resource.

Is it Possible to Run a Map from CS:GO in Counter-Strike 2

Running map files from CS:GO in CS2 is not possible, but there are a lot of adapted to the new engine location configuration files that fully replicate them.

The Best Maps from CS2 Workshop

Not all new maps for training in Counter-Strike 2 are equally popular among players, and some locations have been in demand for the second decade.

Let’s take a look at the best maps according to players.

CSGO HUB

Map link

Warm-up mode:

• remote shooting at bots, three different distances are provided;
• a massive undercover enemy attack that ends if the bots reach the player’s platform;
• bots simulate chaotic movement and use cover

Aiming Mode:

• For time: it is determined how many bots, appearing quickly in front of the player, he can shoot out of a possible 45. There are three difficulties: open, advanced, and professional.
• For speed, the time and accuracy with which the player can neutralize 50 opponents are determined.

Pre-shooting mode – takes the player to accurate maps, where it is necessary to destroy bots, while the time of passing and the number of attempts are recorded.

Movement mode – in three variations: practicing moving, jumping, and surfing.

Spray Mode.

Crosshair test mode – allowing you to try out different variations.

AIM MAP

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It’s probably the best map for friendly group dueling for years now. The location is ported from CS:GO, carefully reproduced and improved over the base version.

AWP Lego

Link to maps

Legendary dueling location from CS:GO with a long history, has found its embodiment in CS2, where it is presented in several variants:

Warmup Refrag

A platform for practicing game skills, including crossfire and killing bots (100 units) for time. There is an achievement table.
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Training Hub

A training arena that allows you to customize the basic parameters:

• computer opponent’s behavior (movements, shooting accuracy, etc.);
• bot ammunition (body armor, helmet, etc.);
• the amount of ammo, up to infinity;
• what weapon to play with.

Map link

Aim_botz

A warm-up location for practicing the skill of aiming, providing:

• placement of opponents and customization of their characteristics;
• weapon selection and other parameters.

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Aim Map 1v1 – Ancient Egypt (GWR)

A duel location stylized as Ancient Egypt, fully symmetrical when playing for either side. The color scheme of the environment does not interfere with aiming and does not mask the enemy.
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Training Muscle Memory

To improve your marksmanship skill, the Training Muscle Memory location has a simulator that works as follows:

• aiming from red marks to green or blue marks and back again;
• the target is rotated 360 degrees;
• you can learn to aim by looking out from behind a wall.

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Inferno Mid Cross Trainer

The Inferno Mid Cross Trainer Arena is designed for practicing skills in realistic conditions and allows you to:

• improve the player’s muscle memory by repeatedly aiming at the enemy;
• reduce reaction time by forming a reflex to the appearance of the opponent;
• increase overall efficiency by practicing shooting skills in a combined manner.

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Crashz’ Crosshair Generator v4 – map for sight customization

The right crosshair plays a significant role in a real fight, and this location allows you to:

• choose the shape, color, and size of the crosshair;
• evaluate the visibility of the crosshairs in different game arenas;
• to try and assess the sights of famous players.

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Crashz Viewmodel Generator

A customizable parameter in CS2 is the position of the arms with weapons, which can protrude forward or be almost invisible. This map allows you to customize your individual style.

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de_aztec

Arena stylized under the surroundings of the Aztec temple familiar to CS:GO players, who can appreciate its new edition in CS2.

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de_dust_classic

This classic location with underground tunnels, arches, and terraces against a desert landscape can be found and downloaded in the Steam Workshop. The map allows you to play in all modes, including setting a bomb.

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The Maze

This popular location for team battles is a confusing maze with secret passages to shorten the path and dead ends to ambush the enemy.

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Dolls

Imagine yourself as a warrior toy soldier, which allows you to see this map, which presents the children’s room in detail, which became the arena of battles.

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Only Up! (CS2)

Test your vestibular apparatus, sense of balance, and ability to climb to the top, allowing you to reach this location. Players will have to overcome a strip of obstacles in the form of objects, the distance between which you need to jump. An excellent trainer of jumping skills before real battles.

Map link

Surf_Ski_2

To practice the basic skill of surfing, you can download the corresponding map, which allows you to do it without much effort.

Link to the map

Mansion

The atmosphere of a luxurious two-story mansion with the surrounding area, which is reproduced by this arena, allows you to hold a duel against the background of a demonstration of a lavish lifestyle.

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Fy_pool_day

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The arena allows you to practice your skills in the pool facilities where:

• you can bounce on a springboard;
• dive underwater and get out of the bottom of the pool using a ladder;
• the physics of inflatable toys is reproduced;
• grenades thrown into the vent land in a different place;
• hidden switch that changes the graphics to the CS 1.6 version.

How to Clear the Map?

To remove bullet marks, blood, and other contaminants from all surfaces of the arena, you need to do the following:

1. Open the developer console by pressing the assigned hotkey.
2. Enter the commands in sequence:

• “sv_cheats 1” – activates cheating;
• “r_cleardecals” – restore the original state of the map.