How to Win in CS:GO / CS2: A Guide for Those Who Want to Dominate

This guide is designed for players who want to elevate their game in CS:GO and CS2. It compiles the best tips on shooting, movement, tactics, economy, and mental resilience. We’ll break down how to train effectively, what tricks to use in matches, and how to coordinate with your team. If you want to dominate and climb the ranks, this guide is for you!

Introduction: Why You're Stuck in CS and How to Break Through to the Next Level

You jump into CS, full of hope, but instead of epic moments, you get:

Teammates who ignore your calls
Opponents who seem to read your mind
A feeling that the game is against you, not with you
You’re not alone. 90% of players are stuck because:

❌ They think 1000 hours in DM = skill (but without tactics, you’re just a moving target)

❌ They believe high-rankers are always right (even Faceit level 10 players have gaps)

❌ They play on emotions (one lost round, and tilt eats your rating)

The truth lies in the details:

🔹 Top players aren’t born with perfect aim — they analyze every miss

🔹 Victory starts not with frags but with the right buy strategy

🔹 Even a 0:5 deficit can be turned around if you seize the initiative

This guide is your cheat code. No fluff — just actionable strategies to make you:

✔ Consciously improve your weaknesses (instead of mindlessly grinding hours)

✔ Predict enemy moves (and trap them in your setups)

✔ Become the teammate everyone wants (the one who gets “+” after the match)

Ready to stop being a pawn and start dictating the rules? Read on — things are about to change.

1️⃣ How to Stop Missing and Start Fragging Like a Pro 🤖

⚙️ 1.1. Perfect Settings — The Foundation of Accuracy
DPI + Sensitivity:

400–800 DPI + 1.0–2.5 in-game sens — the sweet spot for control.
Lower sens = more stable aim, but you’ll need a large mousepad!
Disable mouse acceleration (Windows + in-game) — otherwise, every shot is unpredictable.
Crosshair:

Use crashz’ Crosshair Generator (Workshop) — pick a clear, contrasting, non-distracting crosshair.
Optimal: small, static (e.g., size 2–3, thickness 1, no blur).
Graphics:

Anti-aliasing = OFF, texture filtering = bilinear (maximum clarity).
Resolution:

4:3 (stretched) — enemies appear wider, but you get less FOV.
16:9 (native) — full FOV, but thinner hitboxes.
🎯 1.2. Aim Training: From Bot to Headshot Machine
Basic Drills (10–15 min before playing):

aim_botz (Workshop):
Kill 100 bots in headshot mode (no spraying, only taps).
Add movement (ADAD) + shooting while moving.
training_aim_csgo2:
Train flicks and micro-corrections on small targets.
Recoil Control:

Recoil Master (Workshop) — memorize spray patterns (first 10 bullets are key).
In real matches, use 3–5 bullet bursts (especially with M4/AK).
Deathmatch (30+ min daily):

HS-only DM — improves headshots.
Pistol DM — sharpens first-shot accuracy.
FFA DM (random weapons) — adapts you to various scenarios.
For aim enthusiasts:

Kovaak’s/Aim Lab — for elite aim (use CS-specific scenarios like "Tile Frenzy" or "Microshot").
Retake servers — practice blitz formats (3v3, 4v4) and clutch situations.
❗ Key: Don’t just grind training — set goals (e.g., “70% headshots in aim_botz today”).

👉 Next, we’ll cover how to move so enemies can’t hit you!

2️⃣ Movement: Be as Swift as a Ninja 🏃‍♂️

🏃‍♂️ 2.1. Basics: Be Unpredictable
Movement Control:
Strafe + Counter-Strafe — move side-to-side (A/D), stop → shoot → repeat.
Don’t stand still — even in fights, use micro-movements.
Angle Peeking:
Shoulder peeking — briefly show your shoulder to bait enemy positions.
Jiggle peeking — quick leans from cover to scout.
Wide peeking — aggressive push with your crosshair ready for a fight.
Advanced Techniques:
Bunnyhop — jump + crouch mid-air for speed (great for long distances).
Silent drop — jump while holding Ctrl to mask landing sound.
Counter-strafe jumps — jump with a sharp stop for accurate shots.
🗺️ 2.2. Maps and Positioning: Play Smarter, Not Harder
Timings:
Memorize key timings (e.g., Dust 2: mid push — 5 sec, B-tunnels — 12 sec).
Anticipate enemies by knowing where they might appear.
Off-Angles:
Hold unconventional spots (e.g., not behind a box, but beside it).
Use unexpected pre-fires (positions enemies don’t anticipate).
Sound and Map Awareness:
Turn off music and distractions — footsteps = enemy intel.
Watch the minimap — even if teammates don’t call out, you can spot enemies.
Key Positions:
Boost spots (stack on a teammate for height).
Hiding spots (e.g., under stairs on Mirage).
Quick escape routes — if you’re spotted, don’t linger.
Adaptation:
If enemies predict you, switch tactics (e.g., go passive after two aggressive rounds).
Study their playstyle and exploit their weaknesses.
👉 Next, we’ll dive into teamwork and how to avoid throwing matches because of teammates!

3️⃣ Tactics and Teamplay: How Not to Throw and Become a Meme 🤝

🎙️ 3.1. Teamplay (or How Not to Be a Screaming Solo Hero)
📢 "THEY’RE ON B!... Well, they were on B… a minute ago…"

Give clear, concise info:
Where? ("One palace, two short")
How many? ("Three mid")
What are they doing? ("Planting, might rush B")
Don’t scream into the mic if you’re dead — you’re not a ghost scaring everyone.
🤝 "I’m solo, you’re not teammates, you’re my highlight reel audience"

Playing solo in 5v5 means you’re either the next s1mple or the next drop.
Work with your team:
Double peeks — checking angles with a buddy is safer.
Trading kills — if a teammate dies, avenge them, don’t run.
Baiting — sometimes, play the bait to let teammates frag.
💣 "Threw a smoke… into a wall. Well, I tried"

Grenades are your best friends:
Flashes — throw off walls so enemies can’t turn away.
Smokes — block chokepoints, not the sky.
Molotovs — cut off retreats or flush common angles.
Fake throws — fake a rush to bait enemies into repositioning.
💰 "Bought an AWP… but my team has $200 on eco. Good luck!"

Team economy > your fun:
If the team is on eco, don’t buy a Deagle or heavy.
Sync buys — if everyone’s on SMGs, don’t lone-wolf an AWP.
Drop weapons for low-HP teammates if you have cash.
🎙️ "Mic on? Hello? Anyone hear me?!"

Speak short and clear:
"Quiet, I hear steps" → teammates shut up.
"Repositioning, need cover" → someone backs you up.
"Pushing A, throw smokes" → everyone knows the plan.
Use binds for quick calls ("Hold this position", "Need backup").

🚨 Top 7 Mistakes That Make Your Teammates Hate You

❌ "Warm-up? Never heard of it"
Jumping into MM cold = 5 rounds of misses and cringe.
Fix: 10 min in aim_botz or DM = +30% accuracy.
❌ "Threw a flash… blinded my team. GG"
Blind throws = blind teammates = lost round.
Fix: Learn proper trajectories (flashes off walls, smokes on chokes).
❌ "Bought an AWP… but my team’s on eco. Oops"
Selfish buys = teammates with pistols vs rifles.
Fix: Track team economy. If everyone’s broke, eco together.
❌ "I have a mic, but I don’t use it"
Silence = blind team. You’re not a ninja, you’re a burden.
Fix: Give short, clear info ("One mid, 50 HP").
❌ "I tilt, I yell, I throw"
Flaming = demotivated team = guaranteed loss.
Fix: Criticize constructively ("Next round, let’s use smokes").
❌ "Pushing solo like Terminator"
Reckless aggression = easy death = team down a player.
Fix: Push with support or based on intel.
❌ "Standing still like furniture"
Ignoring positions = dying first every round.
Fix: Learn off-angles and key map spots.
🔥 Pro Tip: Fix these, and you’ll stop being that guy teammates pray to ban. 🚀

🏁 Conclusion: Ready to Stop Being a "Random"?

If, after this guide, you still:

Jump into matches without warming up → you’ll miss like a drunk sniper.
Stay silent on the mic → your teammates are playing guess-the-enemy.
Push solo → you’re donating kills to the enemy team.
Tilt after one lost round → you’re your own worst enemy.
Then congrats! You’re officially the typical "random" everyone hates in matchmaking.

But if you’re serious about leveling up:

✅ Train smart (fix mistakes, don’t just grind hours).

✅ Play with the team (not 1v5 like a wannabe hero).

✅ Control emotions (tilt kills skill).

✅ Analyze your games (record demos, spot your errors).

CS isn’t about luck — it’s about skill. The more you invest with your brain, the less you rely on randomness.

Choose: Either you control the game, or the game plays you. 🎮💥

P.S. Apply just 50% of this guide, and your teammates will start adding you as friends. Tested, until I deleted them! ✌️