There’s more than one CS2 aim training map that will help you practice your shots. If you’re a little rusty with game or just want to fine-tune your shots, you can setup several aim practice maps that various users and companies have made. Some of these maps will come with various weapons you can test and several challenges that you can tackle. We have a list of three map recommendations below, as well as instructions on how to install them since the process is a bit complicated for those who haven’t used them before. Here are some of the best aim training maps you can find for Counter-Strike 2 before the community servers and workshop are updated.
List of best CS2 aim training map options
Below are three aim training maps with different practice options and modes:
- Refrag.gg Map – For a limited time, you can join the Refrag.gg Discord and download a warmup map called “cs2armup_refrag.vpk” in the cs2warmup_map channel. This map has a circular arena with several bot movement options, like Stationary, Shuffle, and Rush.
- Alternative CS2 Aim Botz Map – This simple map has four walls with training dummy bots. You can change their movement by shooting at the various options on the selection board. The same goes for selecting different guns and knives.
- GGPredict Training Hub – Using the Valorant training map as inspiration, this arena features a square warehouse where you can fire at bots from behind a wall. This warmup map has similar options to the Refrag map if you’re looing for an alternative.
How to setup CS2 aim training map
Here’s how to install and setup an aim training map for Counter-Strike 2:
- Download a map ,vpk file from the various sites mentioned above and rename them to something like “cs2aimtraining.vpk”.
- Copy and paste the map in the correct folder. This is usually the Steam folder for CSGO > game > csgo > maps.
- Go to Counter-Strike 2 in your Steam library, right-click on it and select Properties, and then enter “-insecure” as a launch option. (Remove this if you want to enter regular matchmaking.)
- Play CS2, head to Settings, and toggle on Enable Developer Console.
- Hit the “~” key to bring up console commands and type “map cs2aimtraining” or whatever you named the file. Then hit Enter, and that should get you into the aim training map.
Counter-Strike 2 aim training map FAQ
A: Yes, you can download multiple CS2 aim training maps created by different users and communities to help enhance shooting skills, each with unique weapons and challenges.
A: Recommended maps include the Refrag.gg Map with a circular arena and diverse bot movements, the Alternative CS2 Aim Botz Map with training dummy bots and weapon selection options, and the GGPredict Training Hub, which is similar to a Valorant training map where players shoot from behind a wall.
A: Download your desired map’s .vpk file, rename it (e.g., “cs2aimtraining.vpk”), and place it in the Steam folder for CSGO > game > csgo > maps. In Steam, right-click Counter-Strike 2, select Properties, and add “-insecure” to launch options. In CS2, activate the Developer Console in Settings, use the “~” key for console commands, type “map (filename),” and press Enter.
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