How to remove bots from the map in CS 2
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In the world of Counter-Strike 2 (CS 2), bots can become not only an annoying element but also a hindrance to the gaming experience. However, thanks to console commands, you can effectively manage the presence of bots on the map to enjoy gameplay.
How to kick bots in CS 2
CS 2 automatically adds bots when you start a match in training mode. Information about the players on the server can also be found with the status command, which displays a list of all players. However, the server host can remove them using the following console commands:
bot_kick: Removes all bots from the map. Works with or without cheat mode.
bot_kill: Kills all bots for one round, but they will return in the next round. To activate this command you must enable cheat mode with sv_cheats 1, and to disable cheat mode use sv_cheats 0.
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How to add bots in CS 2
Often when setting up your own server in Counter-Strike 2 there is a need to add bots. With them you can effectively train aim, shoot through textures or just have fun. If you want to add bots back to CS 2, you can use the following commands:
bot_add - Adds one bot to the team with the least number of players. If the number of players in the teams is equal, the bot will be added to the opposite team.
bot_add_ct - Adds one bot to the CT team.
bot_add_t - Adds one bot to team T.
Disabling balance and limit
When adding bots, the game may automatically move them to the opposite team to maintain balance. You can disable this feature using the following commands:
mp_autoteambalance 0 - Disables autobalance on the map, allowing you to add bots to one side only.
mp_limitteams 0. - Disables the limit of players on a team. You can set a specific maximum number of players by specifying a number. For example, mp_limitteams 4 will limit the number of players (including bots) on a team to four.
Other useful commands for controlling bots in CS2
bot_knives_only - bots use only knives.
bot_pistols_only - bots use only pistols.
bot_snipers_only - bots use only sniper rifles.
bot_all_weapons - bots can use all weapons.
bot_allow_grenades 0 - bots cannot use grenades.
bot_allow_machine_guns 0 - bots cannot use machine guns.
bot_allow_pistols 0 - bots cannot use pistols.
bot_allow_sub_machine_guns 0 - bots cannot use submachine guns.
bot_allow_rifles 0 - bots cannot use assault rifles.
bot_allow_rogues 0 - bots always obey radio commands.
bot_allow_shotguns 0 - bots cannot use shotguns.
bot_allow_snipers 0 - bots cannot use sniper rifles.
Conclusion
With the console commands described in this guide, you can give your CS 2 gaming sessions a new level of control. Removing or adding bots, adjusting their difficulty, and balancing commands is easier than ever. Now your gaming experience can be exactly as you want it to be. Keep in mind that using console commands may require server admin rights, and this may be limited in competitive mode or on official servers. However, in matches and practice sessions you create your own, the world of CS 2 is subject to your rules.
