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If you have played Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) you know powerful the game’s console can be. From checking your framerate to speeding up loading times, there is a lot you can do with the game’s console menu. Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) is also getting the same powerful console features but you have to manually enable it. If you are new to console commands, here is a quick guide to help you open Counter-Strike 2’s console.
How to enable the Counter-Strike 2 console
In case you have the Counter-Strike 2 console enabled, you need to press the Tilde (~) key on your keyboard which is typically located on the top-left below the Escape key.
If your console is not enabled:
Launch Counter-Strike 2
Head to the Settings Menu
Turn on the “Enable Developer Console” feature
Head to your Control settings
Make sure there is a key bind set for the console (The default key bind is ‘~’)
You will now be able to turn on the console in-game.
Best Counter-Strike 2 console commands
Here are just a few Counter-Strike 2 console commands that you can use to improve your gameplay experience.
cl_showfps 0-5
This console command helps a user access information about FPS and other technical information, which is constantly displayed during a match.
0 - Hides this information, 1 - Shows FPS information, 2 to 5 - Displays additional information metrics.
fps_max 60
This console command will adjust the FPS based on your system’s optimal state.
0 - Removes maximum FPS limit, 1 - Reverts to previously set FPS limit.
net_graph 1
This command reveals information like FPS, ping, and tick rate.
r_drawparticles 0
This command disables the generation of small particles during a game, directly shedding the load from the system for a smooth gameplay experience.
mat_disable_bloom 1
This command disables the bloom effect, reducing further system load and improving gameplay.
For a full list of console commands, check out our Most Useful CS:GO Console Commands in 2023 guide. All of these commands can also be used in Counter-Strike 2 but the game is still in beta so you may experience some issues with them.
