These are the best community maps to play in CS2
Although Valve has provided Counter-Strike with a host of incredible maps like Mirage, Nuke, and Ancient, one of the best things about CS2 is the ability to download custom maps - maybe to play casually with your mates.
These custom maps, or CS2 community maps, are downloadable from the Steam Workshop.
On the CS2 workshop maps, you'll be able to do a host of things like change your config, run 1v1 tournaments, and try out new maps that may one day be added to the game by Valve.
In this CS2 community map guide, we will provide you with a list of the best CS2 custom maps and tell you how to use them, as well as explain how actually to implement them into your game.
What is a CS2 community map?
A CS2 community map is a custom map designed by a member of the Counter-Strike community and uploaded to the Steam Workshop for other players to enjoy.
These custom maps cover a variety of different purposes. Some help you configure your settings or crosshair settings, while others are used for training your spray in CS2 or fun activities like 1v1s.
There was also a host of community maps in CS:GO that were for things like surfing or KZ.
Workshop maps have also been officially added to Counter-Strike by Valve in the past.
Elite community creators sometimes sell their creations to Valve so that Valve may one day put them in the Competitive Map Pool or introduce them to the game as part of operations, this is what happened with Santorini in CS:GO.
How to install CS2 workshop maps
Downloading and installing CS2 community maps from the Steam Workshop is incredibly simple. Just follow these steps:
- Open Steam and go to Counter-Strike 2 in your Steam Library.
- Under the play button, there will be a host of different tabs, select the one that says 'Workshop'.
- Now that you have accessed the Steam Workshop, either search for the CS2 custom map you require or browse for ones you find appealing.
- Once you find the map you're looking for, click on its Workshop page.
- On the Workshop page you will see a green button that says 'Subscribe', click on that button.
How to play CS2 community maps
Now that you know how to download and install custom CS2 maps, allow us to tell you how to actually play community maps in CS2.
Just like the previous steps, this is a simple process:
- Load Counter-Strike 2.
- Click on the 'Play' tab and navigate to 'Workshop Maps'.
- Click the map you want to play and select 'Go'. Sometimes this will provide you with a separate window that asks which mode you would like to play the map on, this mode will almost always be 'Custom'.
The best CS2 community maps
Now that you know how to load a CS2 Workshop map let's tell you which ones you should be looking to install.
Aim Botz
Aim Botz is arguably the most important community map you will ever download in CS2.
A classic map, Aim Botz is the best tool for warming up in Counter-Strike. The map places you in an arena with a number of bots where you can choose any weapon and warm up your skills before you get into a game.
Recoil Master - Spray Training
Created by the same person as Aim Botz, Ulletical, Recoil Master is another CS2 custom map ideal for players looking to improve their mechanical skill.
On Recoil Master you will be able to select any gun and keep firing until you have learned its spray pattern.
Crashz' Crosshair Generator v4
Although Crashz' Crosshair Generator is no longer as relevant thanks to updates to crosshair settings and the introduction of crosshair codes it remains a very effective tool for players.
The map allows you to see a host of professional players' crosshairs that you can quickly make your own and edit in any way you see fit.
KZ Hub
Movement is one of the most important skills in any CS2 player's arsenal. If it's something you feel like you can improve, then KZ Hub is the CS2 community map for you.
Brewery
For fans of Wingman who are looking to have some fun against their friends, look no further than Brewery.
Unlike many of the Wingman maps in CS2, Brewery is designed purely for Wingman and therefore plays exceptionally well in the game mode. One of the best custom CS2 Wingman maps out there, don't overlook Brewery.
Thera
Thera is the latest Workshop Map created by legendary map maker FMPONE, who previously created Cache.
A reimagining of his popular map Santorini from CS:GO, we recommend downloading this map and learning it before Valve add it to the game.
Only Up!
Only Up! is another map where players can practice their movement in CS2.
Only Up! features a host of articles for players to try to overcome as they attempt to reach the top of a vertical structure.
Surf_Rebel_Resistance
Although surfing isn't a movement technique that you will ever really be able to translate into your competitive games, surfing is an incredibly fun way to relax in Counter-Strike 2.
Surf_Rebel_Resistance is one of the best available community maps for surfing in CS2, so check it out if you want to get into the activity.
AWP Lego 2
There are multiple ways to 1v1 in CS2, whether that's with a rifle or with an AWP.
If you're looking for the latter option, then the best available community map in CS2 is AWP Lego 2.
1v1 - Remastered
The final map in our CS2 community map guide is 1v1 - Remastered. A map that will allow players to 1v1 with whatever gun they choose, it is a great option for players who are looking to test their skills against their friends.
