Many CS2 players tweak their settings for better gameplay, and one popular adjustment is switching to a 4:3 stretched resolution. This setting makes character models appear wider, helping with visibility. If you’re interested in trying it, here’s a simple guide to set up 4:3 stretched resolution in CS2.
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Playing CS2 in 4:3 Stretched Resolution
To play CS2 in 4:3 stretched resolution, you’ll need to adjust some settings in the game. Start by going to the video settings and setting the Aspect Ratio to 4:3. If you’re unable to select the Aspect Ratio, make sure the Display Mode is set to “Full Screen“. If this is still confusing, follow the steps below to make sure you set up 4:3 stretched resolution correctly:
- Step 1: Click on the gear icon in the upper left corner of the CS2 home screen to open the Settings menu.
- Step 2: In the Settings menu, select the “Video” tab.
- Step 3: Find the “Display Mode” setting and set it to “Full Screen“. Without this, the Aspect Ratio option won’t be available.
- Step 4: Click the arrow next to the “Aspect Ratio” setting to open the list of options.
- Step 5: Choose “4:3” from the list.
- Step 6: Click on “Apply Changes” at the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Step 7: After applying the changes, CS2 will now run in 4:3 stretched resolution.
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Conclusion
Switching to a 4:3 stretched resolution offers benefits like a smoother framerate and larger, easier-to-hit targets. Now that you know how to set it up, try it out in CS2 and see if it improves your gameplay experience.
