Loading CS2 Workshop Maps

Loading a Workshop Map

Via RCON or the console:

host_workshop_map <workshop_id>

Example for a popular aim map:

host_workshop_map 3070194623

Loading a Workshop Collection

For a collection of maps:

host_workshop_collection <collection_id>

Map Rotation with Workshop Maps

In gamemodes_server.txt:

{
  "maps": {
    "de_dust2": {},
    "de_mirage": {},
    "workshop/3070194623/aim_botz": {}
  }
}

Popular Workshop Maps

Map Type Description
Aim Botz Training Aim practice with bots
Recoil Master Training Practice spray patterns
Prefire Maps Training Practice prefire spots
Surf Maps Fun Surf gameplay
KZ Maps Fun Climbing/movement
Retake Competitive Retake scenarios

Creating Your Own Maps

  1. Open the Hammer 2 Editor (included in the CS2 SDK)
  2. Create and compile your map
  3. Publish it to the Workshop
  4. Load it on your server

Troubleshooting

  • Map won't load: Check the Workshop ID
  • Players can't join: Map must be downloaded via Workshop
  • Change map: changelevel <mapname> or map <mapname>