Why a Practice Config is Essential in CS2
CS2’s default server settings are designed for competitive play, not practice. To properly train nades, study map positions, practice spray control with unlimited ammo, or review counter-strafe timing — you need a custom practice configuration. This guide provides a complete, ready-to-use practice.cfg file and explains every command.
How to Set Up a Practice Server in CS2
- Open CS2
- Click Play → Practice → Competitive, select any map, click Go
- Open console with ~ (tilde key)
- Type
sv_cheats 1and press Enter - Now you can use all practice commands
The Complete Practice.cfg File
// CS2 PRACTICE CONFIG — DCPROSENS 2026
// Paste these in console or save as practice.cfg
// ==========================================
// Server Setup
sv_cheats 1
mp_limitteams 0
mp_autoteams 0
mp_roundtime 60
mp_roundtime_defuse 60
mp_buytime 60
mp_freezetime 0
mp_startmoney 65535
mp_restartgame 1
// Infinite Ammo
sv_infinite_ammo 1
ammo_grenade_limit_total 5
// Bot Control
bot_kick
bot_add_ct 5
bot_add_t 5
bot_stop 1
bot_dont_shoot 1
bot_difficulty 0
bot_quota 10
// Grenade Training
sv_grenade_trajectory_prac_pipreview 1
sv_grenade_trajectory_prac_trailtime 10
sv_showimpacts 1
sv_showimpacts_time 10
// Visuals / Debug
cl_showfps 1
net_cl_show_tcp_info 1
sv_showbullethits 1
// Warm-up (disable)
mp_warmup_end
// Fast rounds for spray training
mp_roundtime 60
mp_roundtime_defuse 60
Essential Individual Commands Explained
Spray Training Commands
sv_showimpacts 1 // Shows where bullets actually hit (red/blue squares)
sv_showimpacts_time 10 // Bullet impacts stay visible for 10 seconds
sv_showbullethits 1 // Shows enemy hit reaction
Grenade Commands
sv_grenade_trajectory_prac_trailtime 10 // Trail stays visible 10 seconds
bind “z” “noclip” // Fly around map to study angles
Bot Commands for Pop Flash Practice
bot_place // Teleports bot to where you’re looking
bot_stop 1 // Freeze all bots in place
bot_dont_shoot 1 // Bots won’t shoot back
Noclip and Freeze Controls
god // Invincibility
bind “q” “quit” // Quick quit shortcut
Autoexec.cfg vs Practice.cfg
Your autoexec.cfg runs automatically every time CS2 starts and should contain your permanent settings (crosshair, rates, binds). Your practice.cfg should be separate — execute it only when starting a practice session with: exec practice in console.
File location: C:/Program Files (x86)/Steam/steamapps/common/Counter-Strike Global Offensive/game/csgo/cfg/
Sensitivity Verification in Practice Mode
Practice mode is also the best place to verify your sensitivity settings. With sv_showimpacts 1, you can check first-bullet accuracy after counter-strafing and see whether your strafing movements are causing bullet deviation. Use our eDPI calculator to set your target sensitivity before starting a practice session.
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