Controlling bots in CS2 is handy when training or if you want to have fun. You should take over a bot after dying or regulate their behavior, and here is a pretty easy guide for help.
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Taking Control of a Bot
When you die in a match, you can spectate bots on your team. While spectating a bot, press the E key to control it. This allows you to play as the bot for the rest of the round. If this doesn’t work, ensure your game is updated, as some players have reported issues with this feature in earlier versions of CS2.
Controlling Bots Through Console Commands
Another way to control bots is through the console commands. Start by enabling the developer console from the in-game settings menu and then enter a private match. After that, enter this command “sv_cheats 1” to unlock all other CS2 commands and then start entering the bot commands based on how you want to control the bots. If things sound confusing, there’s no need to worry. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to control bots in CS2.
Step 1: Launch CS2 and enable the developer console from the settings menu.
Step 2: Enter a private match.
Step 3: Open the console and enter this command: sv_cheats 1.
Step 4: Open the console again and enter one of the following commands based on what you want the bots to do.
bot_add_t (adds a bot to the Terrorist team)
bot_add_ct (adds a bot to the Counter-Terrorist team)
bot_kick (removes all bots)
bot_kick [name] (removes a specific bot by name)
bot_mimic 1 (makes bots mimic your actions; set to 0 to disable)
bot_dont_shoot 1 (prevents bots from firing)
bot_place (places a bot in the position you’re aiming at)
bot_knives_only 1 (forces bots to use only knives; set to 0 for default behavior)
bot_stop 1 (freezes all bots; set to 0 to unfreeze)
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Conclusion
Mastering bot control in CS2 can significantly enhance your training sessions and make casual games more enjoyable. Try these commands and features to tailor your experience!
