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Counter-Strike 2 — Complete Dedicated Server Guide

Startup Parameters

Default command line

cs2 -dedicated +map de_dust2 +maxplayers 10 +sv_setsteamaccount YOUR_GSLT +game_type 0 +game_mode 1

Parameters (exhaustive, server-relevant only)

  • -dedicated — Run as dedicated server.
  • +map <mapname> — Starting map. Required.
  • +maxplayers <num> — Maximum players (2-64).
  • +sv_setsteamaccount <token> — Game Server Login Token. Required for public servers.
  • +game_type <num> — Game type (0=Classic Casual, 1=Classic Competitive).
  • +game_mode <num> — Game mode (0=Casual, 1=Competitive, 2=Wingman, 3=Arms Race, 4=Demolition).
  • +hostname <name> — Server name in browser.
  • +sv_password <pass> — Server password.
  • +rcon_password <pass> — RCON password.
  • -port <port> — Server port. Default: 27015.
  • -ip <address> — Bind IP address.
  • +sv_lan <0|1> — LAN mode.
  • +exec <file> — Execute config file.
  • -usercon — Enable user console.
  • -console — Enable console output.
  • +sv_region <num> — Server region.
  • +sv_cheats <0|1> — Enable cheats (for practice).
  • +mp_autokick <0|1> — Auto-kick idle players.
  • +mp_autoteambalance <0|1> — Auto team balance.
  • +sv_logfile <0|1> — Enable logging.
  • -tickrate <rate> — Server tickrate (64 or 128).

Ports

  • Game: UDP 27015 (primary)
  • RCON: TCP 27015 (same as game port)
  • Steam Query: UDP 27016 (game port + 1)
  • GOTV: UDP 27020 (game port + 5)

Config Files & Locations

Windows:

  • steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/cfg/server.cfg — Main server configuration
  • steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/cfg/autoexec.cfg — Auto-executed commands
  • steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/mapcycle.txt — Map rotation list
  • steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/motd.txt — Message of the day
  • steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/banned_user.cfg — Banned users
  • steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/banned_ip.cfg — Banned IP addresses
  • steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/logs/ — Server logs directory

Linux:

  • ~/.steam/steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/cfg/server.cfg — Main server configuration
  • ~/.steam/steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/cfg/autoexec.cfg — Auto-executed commands
  • ~/.steam/steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/mapcycle.txt — Map rotation list
  • ~/.steam/steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/motd.txt — Message of the day
  • ~/.steam/steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/banned_user.cfg — Banned users
  • ~/.steam/steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/banned_ip.cfg — Banned IP addresses
  • ~/.steam/steamapps/common/Counter-Strike 2/logs/ — Server logs directory

Key Configuration Files:

  • server.cfg: Core server settings (rates, game rules, admin settings)
  • autoexec.cfg: Commands executed on server start
  • mapcycle.txt: Map rotation configuration
  • motd.txt: Welcome message displayed to connecting players

Steam Workshop

Collection Mounting:

  1. Create Steam Workshop collection with desired maps/content
  2. Add collection ID to server startup: +host_workshop_collection <collection_id>
  3. Add Steam Web API key: +sv_setsteamaccount <game_server_token>

Map Starting:

  • Use workshop map IDs: +map workshop/<map_id>
  • Example: +map workshop/125438255

Cache Location:

  • Windows: steamapps/workshop/content/<app_id>/
  • Linux: ~/.steam/steamapps/workshop/content/<app_id>/

API Key Setup:

  1. Get Game Server Login Token from: https://steamcommunity.com/dev/managegameservers
  2. Add to startup parameters: +sv_setsteamaccount <token>

Workshop Content Updates:

  • Content updates automatically when server restarts
  • Force update with workshop_download_item <app_id> <item_id> console command

Common Mods (curated)

  • SourceMod (CS:GO Legacy)

    • Purpose: Admin framework for CS:GO servers.
    • Install: Download SourceMod for CS:GO, requires MetaMod:Source.
    • Configure: Admin configuration in addons/sourcemod/configs/.

  • CS2 Server Manager (CS2)

    • Purpose: Modern admin framework for Counter-Strike 2.
    • Install: Follow CS2-specific installation guides.
    • Configure: Configuration varies by chosen admin system.

  • Practice Mode Plugins

    • Purpose: Enable practice configurations for competitive training.
    • Install: Various practice plugins available for both CS:GO and CS2.
    • Configure: Practice commands and features configuration.

Database

Not applicable - this game does not use a database for core functionality.

Administration & Scripting

Remote Administration:

  • RCON (Remote Console) access for server management
  • Web-based admin panels (game-specific or third-party)
  • In-game admin commands and permissions

Backup Strategy:

  • Automated daily backups of save files and configuration
  • Rotate backups (keep 7 daily, 4 weekly, 12 monthly)
  • Test backup restoration procedures regularly
  • Store backups in separate location/drive

Auto-Update:

  • Use SteamCMD for automatic server updates (Steam games)
  • Schedule updates during low-traffic periods
  • Backup before applying updates
  • Monitor for update announcements and patch notes

Monitoring:

  • Server performance monitoring (CPU, memory, network)
  • Player connection logs and statistics
  • Error log monitoring and alerting
  • Uptime tracking and availability reporting

Troubleshooting (game-specific)

"Server not appearing in browser"

  • Cause: Missing Game Server Login Token or firewall blocking ports
  • Fix: Add +sv_setsteamaccount <token> to startup, verify ports 27015 UDP/TCP are open

"VAC Unable to verify"

  • Cause: Modified game files or outdated server binaries
  • Fix: Verify server files integrity via SteamCMD, remove custom plugins temporarily

"Map change crashes server"

  • Cause: Invalid map file or insufficient memory
  • Fix: Verify map file integrity, increase server memory allocation, check map compatibility

"High CPU usage/lag"

  • Cause: Incorrect tickrate settings or too many plugins
  • Fix: Adjust -tickrate parameter, disable unnecessary plugins, optimize server.cfg rates

"RCON not working"

  • Cause: Incorrect password or blocked TCP port
  • Fix: Verify rcon_password setting, ensure TCP port (same as game port) is accessible

"Players getting kicked for 'Authentication timeout'"

  • Cause: Steam authentication issues or network problems
  • Fix: Check internet connectivity, verify Steam services status, adjust timeout settings