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<big>''''CS2 - Counterstrike 2 Gameserver - WIKI'''</big> - - Here you will find the most important commands  & guides and help to administrate your CS2 [[Gameserver]] @ [[CKRAS]] → CounterStrike 2 (CS2) :


''READ THIS'': [[CKRAS BOT]], [[MatchZy]], [[Workshop]], [[CSTV]][[SSH-Protect|,]] [[GSLT|GSLT-Key]], CKRAS Performance Boost, Quality+<br><br><br>{{info|We recommend to use [[CKRAS BOT]] & [[MatchZy]]}}<br>
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== HOW TO INSTALL CS2 ON YOUR GAMESERVER ==
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[[File:Dowload.png|left|20x20px|INSTALL|link=https://wiki-en.ckras.com/wiki/index.php?title=CS2-Installation-Guide]]
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[[CS2-Installation-Guide|Install CS2 to your Gameserver - Guide]] - In this article we describe the step-by-step how to install CS2 on your [[CKRAS - About|CKRAS]] [[Gameserver]].
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<div class="ck-hero-logo">[[File:Cs2-icon.jpg|110px|alt=CS2 Gameserver|link=CS2]]</div>
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<h1 class="ck-hero-title">CounterStrike 2 (CS2)</h1>
<div class="ck-hero-sub">The central guide for managing your CS2 gameserver at CKRAS.</div>
<div class="ck-hero-meta"><b>Start here:</b> Use [[CKRAS BOT]] and [[MatchZy]] for the easiest server management.</div>
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[https://iface.ckras.com <span class="ck-btn ck-btn-primary">▶ Open Webpanel</span>]
[https://www.ckras.com/en/ <span class="ck-btn ck-btn-ghost">CKRAS Website</span>]
[https://play.ckras.com <span class="ck-btn ck-btn-ghost">Play</span>]
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== CKRAS BOT ==
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This page gives you the most important guides, commands and setup steps for your '''[[CS2]] [[Gameserver]]''' at '''[[CKRAS]]'''. 
Use it as your main entry point for scrims, practice, workshop maps, demos, [[CSTV]], [[GSLT]], plugins and more.
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The [[CKRAS BOT]] + [[MatchZy]] helps you to manage your gameserver with simple commands like !map de_dust2 (!help), see [[CKRAS BOT|here to learn more]].
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<b>Jump to:</b> [[CS2#Quick_Start|Quick Start]] • [[CS2#Core_Tools|Core Tools]] • [[CS2#Installation|Installation]] • [[CS2#RCON_Commands|RCON Commands]] • [[CS2#Configs|Configs]] • [[CS2#Plugins|Plugins]] • [[CS2#Gameserver|Gameserver]]
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== Quick Start ==
 
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<b>Recommended setup for most users:</b> Use [[CKRAS BOT]] + [[MatchZy]].
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==RCON Commands CS2 ==
# Open your server
'''For easy administration of your CS2 server we recommend: [[CKRAS BOT]] (pre-installed)''' or '''[[MatchZy]]'''
# Activate the recommended tools
   
# Join in-game
Find all availible [[CS2 CVARs]] in this Guide:  
# Type <code>!help</code>
# Start your prac, scrim or match
 
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<b>Read first:</b> [[CKRAS BOT]] • [[MatchZy]] • [[Workshop]] • [[Demos]] • [[CSTV]] • [[GSLT]]
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== Installation ==
 
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Install CS2 on your gameserver with this full step-by-step guide:
<br>[[CS2-Installation-Guide|Install CS2 to your Gameserver - Guide]]
</div>
 
== Core Tools ==
 
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<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[CKRAS BOT]]</span>
<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[MatchZy]]</span>
<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[Workshop]]</span>
<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[GSLT]]</span>
<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[Demos]]</span>
<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[CSTV]]</span>
<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[Coach]]</span>
<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[Webinterface]]</span>
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=== CKRAS BOT ===
 
'''[[CKRAS BOT]]''' helps you manage your server with simple in-game commands such as <code>!help</code>, <code>!map</code>, <code>!prac</code> and more.
 
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<b>Recommended:</b> Combine [[CKRAS BOT]] with [[MatchZy]] for the best scrim and practice workflow.
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=== MatchZy ===
 
'''[[MatchZy]]''' is the main plugin for managing practice sessions, pugs, scrims, matches and coaches on your CS2 server.
 
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CKRAS includes a customized MatchZy setup designed to work smoothly with your webpanel and CKRAS BOT.
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=== Coach ===
 
[[Coach]] is available for CS2 servers together with [[MatchZy]].  
Use:
 
<code>!coach &lt;ct|t&gt;</code>
 
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<b>Note:</b> Coach requires [[MatchZy]] or another compatible scrim plugin.
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=== Workshop ===
 
[[Workshop]] support allows you to install and use custom maps on your CS2 server.
 
[[File:WORSKHOP CS2.png|alt=WORKSHOP CS2|500x500px|link=]]
 
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Use the full [[Workshop|Workshop Guide]] to install and manage workshop maps.
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=== GSLT ===
 
A [[GSLT]] is required for your CS2 server.
 
[[File:Steam gslt.png|link=]]
 
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<b>Important:</b> You must add a [[GSLT]] key to your CS2 server.
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See the full [[GSLT|GSLT guide]] for setup instructions.
 
=== Demos ===
 
You can manage your [[Demos]] directly in the webpanel.
 
=== CSTV ===
 
Activate [[CSTV]] for your CS2 gameserver and manage your TV server through the CKRAS platform.
 
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Read the [[CSTV|CSTV guide]] to learn how to configure and use it.
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== RCON Commands ==
 
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<b>Recommendation:</b> For easier administration, use [[CKRAS BOT]] or [[MatchZy]] instead of raw RCON whenever possible.
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Use RCON in chat with:
 
<code>!rcon &lt;cmd&gt;</code> or <code>.rcon &lt;cmd&gt;</code>


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!Command!!Description
! style="width:260px;" | Command
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! style="width:540px;" | Description
|rcon_password YOURRCONPASSWORD||Admin auth
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|exec nameCONFIG.cfg||Runs the configuration file and loads the settings and scripts it contains
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|map de_inferno
|With map "name map" you change to the desired map.
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|mp_c4timer 40||how long from when the C4 is armed until it blows
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|mp_restartgame 5
|If non-zero, game will restart in the specified number of seconds
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|mp_warmup_time "100"
| With this command you set the warm-up time, the time stands for seconds 120 would be e.g. 2 minutes.
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|bot_add
| Add Bots ([https://wiki-en.ckras.com/wiki/index.php?title=Bots Bot Commands])
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| mp_chattime||This sets the time for how long chat messages are displayed. Example: mp_chattime "5″.
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|mp_fadetoblack ||This sets whether the screen goes black after death or not. Example: 0=off; 1=on
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|mp_decals|| Anzahl der Details (z.B. Einsch
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|-
|mp_freezetime|| Sets the time in seconds when the players are allowed to start running when the round is restarted. Example: mp_freezetime "6″ = 6 seconds
| <code>rcon_password YOURRCONPASSWORD</code> || Admin authentication
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|-
|mp_friendlyfire|| Team players take damage when you shoot them. Note: 0=off; 1=on
| <code>exec nameCONFIG.cfg</code> || Runs a config file and loads its settings
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|-
|mp_hostagepenalty||Indicates how many hostage killings are allowed on the server. Note: 0=off; 1=1 hostage murder; 2=2 hostage murders
| <code>map de_inferno</code> || Changes to the selected map
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|sv_cheats||Allows the user to use some HL² cheat mods such as "GodMod" Note: 0=off, 1=on
| <code>mp_c4timer 40</code> || Sets the bomb timer
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|noclip|| You are invulnerable and can fly through anything. Note: Only possible with "sv_cheats 1″!
| <code>mp_restartgame 5</code> || Restarts the game after the given number of seconds
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|mp_allowspectators||Determines whether you can enter spectator mode. Note: 0=off; 1=on
| <code>mp_warmup_time 100</code> || Sets warmup time in seconds
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|sv_pausable||Determines whether everyone can pause the game. Note: 0=off; 1=on
| <code>bot_add</code> || Adds bots
|-
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|changelevel MAPNAME||Changes the map. Example: changelevel de_dust
| <code>mp_chattime</code> || Sets how long chat messages remain visible
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|rcon say||Write text messages via the Console.
| <code>mp_fadetoblack</code> || Toggles black screen after death
|-
|-
|mp_footsteps||Step sounds. Note: 0=off; 1=on
| <code>mp_freezetime</code> || Sets freeze time after round start
|-
|-
| mp_winlimit||Legt fest wieviele Runden ein Team Gewinnen muss bis die Map gewechselt wird. Bemerkung: 0=aus
| <code>mp_friendlyfire</code> || Toggles team damage
|-
|-
|sv_rcon_maxfailures||Legt fest nach wieviel falschen rcon Befehlseingaben jemand gebannt wird, z.B. wenn man das Passwort vorher nicht eingegben hat. Bemerkung: min=1; Standart=10; max=20
| <code>sv_cheats</code> || Enables or disables cheat commands
|-
|-
|sv_rcon_minfailuretime||Zeiteinstellung für sv_rcon_maxfailures.
| <code>noclip</code> || Fly mode, requires <code>sv_cheats 1</code>
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|sv_rcon_minfailures||Wenn vor sv_rcon_minfailuretime so viele falsche Rcon Anfragen kommen, wird gebannt. Bemerkung: min=1; Standart=5; max=20
| <code>mp_allowspectators</code> || Allows spectator mode
|-
|-
|sv_rcon_banpenalty||Legt fest wie lange jemand gebannt wird bei falschen rcon Befehlseingaben. Bemerkung: 0=Permanent
| <code>sv_pausable</code> || Allows game pausing
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|users ||Zeigt die User ID und Namen aller Spieler an.
| <code>changelevel MAPNAME</code> || Changes the map
|-
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|kick ||Kickt ein Spieler vom Server. Beispiel: kick Spielername; kick #id
| <code>rcon say</code> || Sends text into chat
|-
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|banid||Bans a player from the server for x minutes according to his ID. Example: banid id x; x=0>permanent
| <code>status</code> || Shows connected players and Steam IDs
|-
|-
|banip||Bans a player from the server after his IP for x minutes. Example: banip x; x=0>permanent
| <code>users</code> || Lists users and IDs
|-
|-
|quit|| Startet den Server neu - Diesen BEFEHL BEI CKRAS NICHT NUTZEN, für Restart bitte das [[Webinterface]] nutzen.
| <code>kick</code> || Kicks a player
|-
|-
|reload||not active yet
| <code>banid</code> || Bans a player by ID
|-
|-
|status||Lists all users on the server, with Steam ID details.
| <code>banip</code> || Bans a player by IP
|-
|-
|sv_maxspeed ||Sets the speed of the players.
| <code>sv_maxspeed</code> || Sets player movement speed
|}
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'''For easy administration of your CS2 server we recommend: [[CKRAS BOT]] (pre-installed)
Find all availible [[CS2 CVARs]] in this Guide:'''


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For additional settings, see the full [[CS2 CVARs]] guide.
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Get your CS2 Gameserver here- [https://www.ckras.com www.ckras.com]
== Configs ==


==Configs / Use own configs==
All common prac and scrim configs are already available by default. 
You can also upload and run your own configs.


Here we would like to briefly explain how you can install configurations yourself via FTP or, in the near future, via the webinterface.
=== Webinterface ===


=== [[Webinterface]]===
With the [[Webinterface]], you can manage your server, install addons, update tools and adjust settings with a few clicks.


With our [[webinterface]], developed by CKRAS, you can manage all your products with just a few clicks. Whether you want to install addons like [[MatchZy]] for your CS2 server or assign a TSDNS subdomain for your [[Teamspeak]], it's all possible.
=== FTP Usage ===


===FTP Usage===
Every customer has full FTP access.
 
Every customer has full FTP access to his server, please click on "edit" in the [[webinterface]] (see picture) and on the following page you will find the field "FTP accounts" in the upper tab, just click here and take the FTP data (We recommend to use a FTP Program like Filezilla). Please always use the default port 21 for the FTP, then simply enter your configurations in the folder:


[[File:FTP-Settings.png|750x750px]]
[[File:FTP-Settings.png|750x750px]]


'''<big>/cs2/game/csgo/cfg</big>'''
Upload your configs to:


Afterwards you can call up your configs with the command exec "NAME.cfg" - Example: exec practice.cfg
<div class="ck-pathbox"><code>/cs2/game/csgo/cfg</code></div>


[[CKRAS BOT]] (!exec name or !config name)
Then execute them with:


[[File:Gameserver-edit.png|alt=Gameserver edit on startpage|750x750px]]
<code>exec NAME.cfg</code>


== COACH ==
Example:
[[File:Whistle.png|alt=Coach for CS2|left|20x20px|Coach|link=https://wiki-en.ckras.com/wiki/index.php?title=Coach]]
[[Coach]] is now available for all CS2 Gameserver at CKRAS with [[MatchZy]], see how you can Control the [[CKRAS BOT|Coach Mode]] with our [[CKRAS BOT]] !coach <ct|t>


To use Coach you need [[MatchZy|<big>MatchZy</big>]] '''(Recommended)''' or [[CS2 Scrim]]
<code>exec practice.cfg</code>


You can also load configs with:


== MatchZy ==
<code>!exec name</code> or <code>!config name</code>
[[File:Matchzygaming.png|left|20x20px|MatchZy for CS2 Gameserver - start your Prac/Scrim with easy commands!|link=https://wiki-en.ckras.com/wiki/index.php?title=MatchZy]]
Easy Administration for your Gameserver with [[MatchZy]]


[[MatchZy]] is a plugin for CS2 (Counterstrike 2) to run and manage Practice/Pugs/Scrims/Matches/Coach with easy configuration.
[[File:Gameserver-edit.png|alt=Gameserver edit on startpage|750x750px]]


We changed the Settings und Menus to work perfekt with your [[CKRAS BOT]] and you can install the Plugin with 1-Click in the Webpanel.
== Server Port ==


[[File:MATCHZY - CS2 Plugin.png|175x175px|link=https://wiki-en.ckras.com/wiki/index.php?title=MatchZy]]
All CS2 servers at CKRAS run on their own ports.
You can find your assigned port in the [https://iface.ckras.com webinterface].


==Server-Port==
== Tickrate ==


All CS2 servers are operated with different ports at CKRAS, you can find your port in the [https://iface.ckras.com webinterface].
CKRAS launched servers with 128 tickrate in the past, but after Valve changed CS2 networking behavior, the focus shifted more toward stronger CPU and RAM allocations for better performance.


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<b>Performance focus:</b> CKRAS optimizes hardware resources to deliver better real-world server performance.
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==Tickrate ==
== Plugins ==


We start the servers with -128 tickrate, but after Valve limited these values with CS2, we rely more on higher CPU and RAM allocations, so that our customers get an advantage over the Official Gameserver.  
Here is a selection of useful plugins for your CS2 server.


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==[[Workshop]] ==
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<div class="ck-mini-title">[[CKRAS BOT]]</div>
Default management addon with easy in-game commands.
</div>


[[Workshop]] is available since the Update from the 03. November, in [[Workshop|this Guide]] you will learn how to use [[Workshop]] on your CS2 Server.  
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<div class="ck-mini-title">[[MatchZy]]</div>
Practice, pugs, scrims, matches and coaches.
</div>


[[File:WORSKHOP CS2.png|alt=WORSKHOP CS2|500x500px|link=]]<br>
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++ You can ease install maps via  [[Workshop]] ++<br>
<div class="ck-mini-title">[[Deathmatch]]</div>
With this simple "[[Workshop]]" Guide, we explain to you how to install new custom maps on your [[gameserver]] with simple commands.
Deathmatch plugin for CS2 servers.
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<div class="ck-mini-title">[[FAKE RCON]]</div>
Alternative access to RCON-style commands.
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<div class="ck-mini-title">[[Metamod]]</div>
Base plugin layer with simple installation via webpanel.
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==[[GSLT]]==
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Update 27. October 2023, you now need to add the [[GSLT]] Key for your CS2 Server, please follow [[GSLT|this guide]].  
<div class="ck-mini-title">[[Retakes|Retake]]</div>
Retake training for your CS2 server.
</div>


[[File:Steam gslt.png|link=]]<br><br>
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++ Valve Steam ID [[GSLT]] for your [[Gameserver]], this key is obligatory to start your  [[CS2]] Gameserver. ++<br>
<div class="ck-mini-title">[[PreFire]]</div>
GameServer Login Tokens ([[GSLT]]s) - Please go through our [[GSLT]] guide step by step to successfully register your game server.
Prefire route training on competitive maps.
 
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{{infored|Important: You must add a [[GSLT]] key to your CS2 server}}<br>


==Plugins==
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[[File:Extension.png|left|20x20px|ADDON|link=]]
<div class="ck-mini-title">[[InfiniteSpawns]]</div>
Here is a small selection of important [[metamod]] plugins for your CS2 [[gameserver]], more will follow soon, e.g. [[PreFire]], GunGame, Retake etc.
Additional spawn functionality for training servers.
 
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! style="width: 250px; height: 250px; text-align: center; background-color: #F2F2F2;" | [[CKRAS BOT]] <br> <small>Our Default Addon which !help you to manage your Gameserver</small>
| style="width: 20px; height: 20px;" |
! style="width: 250px; height: 250px; text-align: center; background-color: #F2F2F2;" | [[MatchZy]] <br> <small>MatchZy for running and managing practice/pugs/scrims/coach matches</small>
| style="width: 20px; height: 20px;" |
! style="width: 250px; height: 250px; text-align: center; background-color: #F2F2F2;" | [[CS2 Scrim]] <br> <small>SOON - we are working on our new webpanel atm</small>
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{| style="max-width: 750px; padding: 20px;"
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! style="width: 250px; height: 250px; text-align: center; background-color: #F2F2F2;" | [[FAKE RCON]] <br> <small>Plugin to use RCON Commands, we recommend to use [[CKRAS BOT]], [[MatchZy]] to use  !rcon <cmds></small>
| style="width: 20px; height: 20px;" |
! style="width: 250px; height: 250px; text-align: center; background-color: #F2F2F2;" | [[Metamod]] <br> <small>MetaMod Plugin - easy installation via Webpanel</small>
| style="width: 20px; height: 20px;" |
! style="width: 250px; height: 250px; text-align: center; background-color: #F2F2F2;" | [[EBOT]]  <br> <small>Tool zum einfachen verwalten deines Gameserver (Wir empfehlen [[CKRAS BOT]] oder [[MatchZy]] als Alternative)</small>
|-
|}
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==[[Gameserver]]==
== Gameserver ==


[[Testserver]] - You want to [[Testserver|test]] our servers, please contact us via support@ckras.com - thank you.
[[Testserver]] - If you want to [[Testserver|test]] our servers, please contact support.


[[File:Gsserver.png|left|20x20px|GAMESERVER|link=]]
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We divide our [[Gameserver|gameservers]] into three different performance categories, which we call Entry, Extreme and Extreme Plus. As one of the best and most established [[gameserver]] providers in Europe, we guarantee perfect quality at every performance level. The Extreme Plus is the premium product and is designed for the most ambitious teams.
CKRAS offers multiple performance classes for CS2 servers.
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| style="width: 225px; height: 85px; text-align: center; background-color: #F2F2F2;" | [[Smartline - Entry Server|Entry]]
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| style="width: 225px; height: 85px; text-align: center; background-color: #F2F2F2;" | [[EPS Server|Extreme]]
| style="width: 20px; height: 20px;" |
| style="width: 225px; height: 85px; text-align: center; background-color: #F2F2F2;" | [[EPS PLUS Server|Extreme Plus]]
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==[[CSTV]]==
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<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[Smartline - Entry Server|Entry]]</span>
<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[EPS Server|Extreme]]</span>
<span class="ck-feature-pill">[[EPS PLUS Server|Extreme Plus]]</span>
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Activate [[CSTV]] (TVserver) for your CS2 Gameserver from CKRAS.
Extreme Plus is designed for the highest competitive requirements.


Learn everything about to manage your CSTV Server in [[CSTV|this Guide]], CMDS...
== Game Information ==


[[File:Cs2.png|thumb|link=]]


'''Developer:''' Valve Software 
'''Release Date:''' 27 September 2023 


''>You have a [[GOTV]] - CSGO, or another [[TV-Server]], then [[TV-Server|check here]].''
'''Description:''' Counter-Strike 2 is the latest chapter of Counter-Strike and continues the competitive gameplay legacy built over more than 20 years.


== Trailer ==


== Game Informationen ==
https://youtu.be/nSE38xjMLqE?si=tQdtO8ftfOfLsUmo
[[File:Cs2.png|thumb|link=]]
'''Editor:''' Valve Software<br>
'''Releasedate:''' 27. September 2023<br>
'''Description:''' Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) Since its release over 20 years ago, Counter-Strike has provided an unparalleled competitive experience that has been shaped by millions of players worldwide. Now the next chapter in the glorious CS story begins: Welcome to Counter-Strike 2. <br><br>


→ ''Main article: [[Gameserver]]''


==TRAILER CS2==
[[Category:CS2]]


https://youtu.be/nSE38xjMLqE?si=tQdtO8ftfOfLsUmo
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→ ''Mainarticle: [[Gameserver]]''<br>
[[Category:CS2]]

Latest revision as of 22:07, 23 March 2026


CounterStrike 2 (CS2)

The central guide for managing your CS2 gameserver at CKRAS.
Start here: Use CKRAS BOT and MatchZy for the easiest server management.

▶ Open Webpanel CKRAS Website Play

This page gives you the most important guides, commands and setup steps for your CS2 Gameserver at CKRAS. Use it as your main entry point for scrims, practice, workshop maps, demos, CSTV, GSLT, plugins and more.

Jump to: Quick Start • Core Tools • Installation • RCON Commands • Configs • Plugins • Gameserver

Quick Start

Recommended setup for most users: Use CKRAS BOT + MatchZy.

  1. Open your server
  2. Activate the recommended tools
  3. Join in-game
  4. Type !help
  5. Start your prac, scrim or match

Read first: CKRAS BOT • MatchZy • Workshop • Demos • CSTV • GSLT

Installation

Install CS2 on your gameserver with this full step-by-step guide:
Install CS2 to your Gameserver - Guide

Core Tools

CKRAS BOT MatchZy Workshop GSLT Demos CSTV Coach Webinterface

CKRAS BOT

CKRAS BOT helps you manage your server with simple in-game commands such as !help, !map, !prac and more.

Recommended: Combine CKRAS BOT with MatchZy for the best scrim and practice workflow.

MatchZy

MatchZy is the main plugin for managing practice sessions, pugs, scrims, matches and coaches on your CS2 server.

CKRAS includes a customized MatchZy setup designed to work smoothly with your webpanel and CKRAS BOT.

Coach

Coach is available for CS2 servers together with MatchZy. Use:

!coach <ct|t>

Note: Coach requires MatchZy or another compatible scrim plugin.

Workshop

Workshop support allows you to install and use custom maps on your CS2 server.

WORKSHOP CS2

Use the full Workshop Guide to install and manage workshop maps.

GSLT

A GSLT is required for your CS2 server.

Important: You must add a GSLT key to your CS2 server.

See the full GSLT guide for setup instructions.

Demos

You can manage your Demos directly in the webpanel.

CSTV

Activate CSTV for your CS2 gameserver and manage your TV server through the CKRAS platform.

Read the CSTV guide to learn how to configure and use it.

RCON Commands

Recommendation: For easier administration, use CKRAS BOT or MatchZy instead of raw RCON whenever possible.

Use RCON in chat with:

!rcon <cmd> or .rcon <cmd>

Command Description
rcon_password YOURRCONPASSWORD Admin authentication
exec nameCONFIG.cfg Runs a config file and loads its settings
map de_inferno Changes to the selected map
mp_c4timer 40 Sets the bomb timer
mp_restartgame 5 Restarts the game after the given number of seconds
mp_warmup_time 100 Sets warmup time in seconds
bot_add Adds bots
mp_chattime Sets how long chat messages remain visible
mp_fadetoblack Toggles black screen after death
mp_freezetime Sets freeze time after round start
mp_friendlyfire Toggles team damage
sv_cheats Enables or disables cheat commands
noclip Fly mode, requires sv_cheats 1
mp_allowspectators Allows spectator mode
sv_pausable Allows game pausing
changelevel MAPNAME Changes the map
rcon say Sends text into chat
status Shows connected players and Steam IDs
users Lists users and IDs
kick Kicks a player
banid Bans a player by ID
banip Bans a player by IP
sv_maxspeed Sets player movement speed

For additional settings, see the full CS2 CVARs guide.

Configs

All common prac and scrim configs are already available by default. You can also upload and run your own configs.

Webinterface

With the Webinterface, you can manage your server, install addons, update tools and adjust settings with a few clicks.

FTP Usage

Every customer has full FTP access.

Upload your configs to:

/cs2/game/csgo/cfg

Then execute them with:

exec NAME.cfg

Example:

exec practice.cfg

You can also load configs with:

!exec name or !config name

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Server Port

All CS2 servers at CKRAS run on their own ports. You can find your assigned port in the webinterface.

Tickrate

CKRAS launched servers with 128 tickrate in the past, but after Valve changed CS2 networking behavior, the focus shifted more toward stronger CPU and RAM allocations for better performance.

Performance focus: CKRAS optimizes hardware resources to deliver better real-world server performance.

Plugins

Here is a selection of useful plugins for your CS2 server.

CKRAS BOT

Default management addon with easy in-game commands.

MatchZy

Practice, pugs, scrims, matches and coaches.

Deathmatch

Deathmatch plugin for CS2 servers.

FAKE RCON

Alternative access to RCON-style commands.

Metamod

Base plugin layer with simple installation via webpanel.

Retake

Retake training for your CS2 server.

PreFire

Prefire route training on competitive maps.

InfiniteSpawns

Additional spawn functionality for training servers.

Gameserver

Testserver - If you want to test our servers, please contact support.

CKRAS offers multiple performance classes for CS2 servers.

Entry Extreme Extreme Plus

Extreme Plus is designed for the highest competitive requirements.

Game Information

Developer: Valve Software Release Date: 27 September 2023

Description: Counter-Strike 2 is the latest chapter of Counter-Strike and continues the competitive gameplay legacy built over more than 20 years.

Trailer

https://youtu.be/nSE38xjMLqE?si=tQdtO8ftfOfLsUmo

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