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Retake Grenade Lineups by Map (Mirage, Inferno, Ancient)

TL;DR * A retake in CS2 is a crucial moment in a round, almost always decided with grenades. * The main grenades: Smoke, Flash, Molotov / Incendiary, HE. * Throw types: Standthrow, Jumpthrow, Runthrow — each for different situations. * On Mirage, Inferno, and Ancient, correct trajectories for smokes, flashes, and molotovs for each plant

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Private CS2 Lobbies with Wallhack (WH): Practice with Friends Safely (No Ban)

TL;DR * WH in xplay.gg’s personal matches runs entirely server-side and doesn’t modify the CS2 client. * It doesn’t violate Valve’s rules and cannot trigger a VAC ban. * The feature works only in private games and is manually enabled by the match creator. * WH is a

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Low-End PC? Here’s How to Train Efficiently in CS2

TL;DR * You can run CS2 even on a low-end PC, but FPS and stability will depend on your hardware. * Minimum requirements: Intel Core i5‑2400 / AMD FX‑6300, 8 GB RAM, GTX 660 / Radeon HD 7850. * Recommended (according to experts): Intel Core i7‑4790 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 16

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HSDM vs Classic DM vs Pistol/AWP DM: Which Improves Faster?

TL;DR * Classic DM is the best starting point for beginners: it builds reaction time, pacing, and basic confidence in duels. * HSDM is the fastest way to level up your headshot aim, first-bullet accuracy, and crosshair discipline. * Pistol DM is perfect for improving shot timing, peeks, and pistol/eco round

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Christmas Giveaway on xplay.gg — join in and win awesome skins!

This holiday season, the xplay.gg team is launching a special Christmas Giveaway — a brand-new feature on the site with its own dedicated page and festive design. It’s a great chance to grab some valuable skins just by playing and completing tasks! How does it work? On the giveaway

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Starladder Major Pick’em with Stake — Let’s Get Started!

We’re excited to announce that the Starladder Major pick’em is going live on xplay.gg — and this time it’s even better thanks to our partnership with Stake. Very soon you’ll be able to submit your predictions, follow the action throughout the event, and compete for awesome

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xplay.gg Partners with StarLadder Budapest Major 2025

Great news — xplay.gg is officially joining forces with the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025! For the xplay.gg team, this is a huge step. Working with one of the biggest CS2 tournaments of the year is both exciting and meaningful. We’re looking forward to an action-packed Major, full of

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Duels Drills Used by Pros: Micro-Scenarios to Sharpen Aim

TL;DR Duels drills are short 1v1 micro-scenarios designed to train your aim, timing, and movement under conditions that closely mimic real matches. * Jiggle peek: a quick pixel-level peek to gather info or take a bite of damage, especially effective against AWP. * Shoulder peek: a minimal shoulder peek for a

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Best CS2 Deathmatch Servers in 2025: Features Compared

In 2025, picking the correct Deathmatch server is really important if you want to improve your aim in CS2. The switch to Source 2 changed recoil, how the first shot behaves, and the overall pace of duels, so just practicing on random public servers doesn’t give steady progress anymore.

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Custom Rules for Private Lobbies: Only HS, WH Rounds & More

TL;DR Personal matches on xplay.gg let you create games with your own custom rules and have full control over the gameplay. With custom rules, you can run popular formats like HS rounds, WH rounds, 1v1s, and more. This is perfect for practice sessions, team mini-tournaments, or just having

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Retake Servers: xplay vs Competition (What’s Faster?)

TL;DR For retake mode in CS2, several factors are crucial: tickrate, ping, and server stability. Tests show that xplay provides lower ping and more consistent performance than most competitors. This makes it the ideal choice for players focused on speed and improving their skills in retake mode. Counter-Strike 2

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Surf/BHOP/KZ: Which Mode Builds Movement Skill Faster?

TL;DR Movement in CS2 effectively controls your character's movement (running, jumping, strafing, surfing). Good movement gives you an advantage: you get into positions faster, it's harder to hit you, and easier to shoot. Differences from CS:GO: Air physics, jump timings, and acceleration have changed;

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CS2 Lag, Packet Loss & Hit-Reg: Practical Fixes

TL;DR: Lags, packet loss, and problems registering hits in CS2 are most often associated with an unstable internet connection, incorrect game settings, or server selection. To quickly improve the situation, restart the router and computer, connect via cable, close the background programs, configure rate, cl_updaterate, cl_cmdrate, and

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CS2 Low-Ping Servers: How to Pick the Nearest Region

TL;DR: To get a low ping in Counter-Strike 2, select the server closest to you, check the delay on the console, turn on the game, and if the route is problematic, use a VPN or optimize the connection. Why is Ping Important for Playing Counter-Strike 2? What is Ping?

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Latest CS2 Update — Only xplay.gg Is Fully Running

The latest CS2 update has stirred the community again: many services have experienced errors and delays. However, xplay.gg is the only platform where all functions work smoothly. While other sites were adapting to the changes, the xplay.gg team restored its servers in the first few hours. We became

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IEM Cologne 2025: Make Predictions and Win with xplay.gg

IEM Cologne 2025 is one of the main CS2 tournaments of this summer, and now you have a chance not just to follow the matches, but to earn prizes by making accurate predictions! A new Pick’Em dedicated to IEM Cologne 2025 has launched on the xplay.gg platform. Do

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How to Play with WH in CS2 with Friends

Do you miss the days when you could turn WH into CS:GO and have fun flexing with your friends with your own rules? There is no such possibility in CS2 anymore — the r_drawothermodels command does not work, and it has become almost impossible to arrange a fun game;

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Exploring Competitive Gaming and Open-World Adventure: A Look at CS2 and GTA 5

The gaming industry continues to evolve, introducing new technologies, gameplay mechanics, and competitive formats that appeal to a wide audience. Among the most notable examples are Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) and Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5), two games that offer vastly different but equally immersive experiences. While CS2 focuses on

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BLAST Austin Major Pick'Em Results

The Blast Austin Major 2025 Pick’em on xplay.gg is over, and it’s time to look at the results. Our users were very active throughout the Pick’Em event, and rewarding them is what we all love. Here are the rewards we gave out for outstanding analytical skills

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CS2 Pick'Em: Make Predictions on BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 and Win

The first Counter-Strike 2 Major 2025 - BLAST.tv Austin Major 2025 kicked off June 3-22 in Austin, Texas. The tournament promises to be one of the most intense and spectacular in CS2's history: 32 teams, three stages of the Swiss system, and the long-awaited playoffs at the

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What is CS2 Arena Servers

We are sure that at least once you found yourself in a situation where you found yourself on a Counter-Strike 2 server with an opponent 1-on-1 and did not understand what to do now. Many players are still not fluent in playing in such circumstances. That's why the

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Predictions Without Risk of Loss in CS2: Pick'em now on xplay.gg

Counter-Strike 2 remains one of the most popular disciplines in esports. Among the adrenaline matches, there is a unique challenge called Pick 'em, thanks to which fans can fully immerse themselves in the event. In this article, the xplay.gg team will tell you all the details about what

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How to Play Community Servers CS2

Many people may not remember how important community servers were in the days of CS 1.6. Many innovations implemented in CS:GO and later in CS2 were created initially on community servers, including custom maps, game modes, and skin models.  The xplay.gg team will tell you what features

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TOP-8 Cheapest Knives in CS2

It's no secret that knives are the most expensive in CS2. The price of different knife skins will always fluctuate depending on appeal, design, and rarity, among other things. Some knives cost five to six figures, while others cost even less than $100, making them cheaper than the

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How to Make Private Match with Friend in CS2

Counter-Strike 2 is a game that is best played with friends. You can play ranked matches together, but you must wait in line on the server to play and have a good time. Also, this is not always possible. There may be someone else on the team besides you. But