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Aim Training Guide - Counter Strike 2 Wiki

Counter Strike 2 Guide • Updated Jan 9, 2026

CS2: Complete Aim Training Guide

Aim is the foundation of success in Counter-Strike 2. This guide covers crosshair placement, spray control, training routines, and the best methods to improve your mechanical skill.

Crosshair Placement Fundamentals

Head Level Positioning

  • Always at Head Height: Keep crosshair at enemy head level (varies by map elevation)
  • Pre-aim Common Angles: Anticipate where enemies will peek from
  • Minimize Mouse Movement: Reduce distance needed to hit target
  • Corner Hugging: Keep crosshair close to corners you're checking

Angle Clearing Technique

  1. Slice the Pie: Clear angles one at a time, not all at once
  2. Shoulder Peek: Quick peek to bait shots without committing
  3. Jiggle Peek: Rapid A-D movement to gather info
  4. Wide Peek: Fast strafe out for aggressive engagements

Weapon Spray Patterns

AK-47 Spray Pattern

Most important rifle to master:

  • Bullets 1-3: Straight up (pull down)
  • Bullets 4-8: Up and slight right (pull down-left)
  • Bullets 9-15: Left then right (compensate horizontally)
  • Bullets 16-30: Wide horizontal spread (tap/burst instead)

M4A4/M4A1-S Spray Pattern

  • Bullets 1-5: Straight up (easier than AK)
  • Bullets 6-12: Slight right drift (pull down-left)
  • Bullets 13-20: Left then right (less extreme than AK)
  • M4A1-S: Tighter pattern, easier to control

Spray Control Training

Method Duration Focus
Spray Wall Practice 10 minutes Muscle memory for patterns
Recoil Master Map 15 minutes Accuracy and consistency
Bot Spray Practice 10 minutes Moving targets
Deathmatch 20 minutes Real-game scenarios

Pro Tip: Practice first 10-15 bullets only. Full 30-bullet sprays are rarely used in competitive play.

Aim Training Routine

Daily 60-Minute Routine

⏱️ Warm-Up (15 min)

Aim Botz: 100 kills, focus on one-taps

Prefire Practice: 5 minutes per map

🎯 Precision (15 min)

Aim Lab/Kovaak's: Tracking and flicking

Reflex Training: Fast target acquisition

💥 Spray Control (15 min)

Recoil Master: AK + M4 patterns

Spray Transfer: Multiple targets

⚔️ Combat (15 min)

FFA Deathmatch: Real opponents

Retake Servers: Utility + aim combo

Best Aim Training Maps

Workshop Maps

Map Name Purpose Recommended Time
Aim Botz General aim warmup 10-15 minutes
Recoil Master Spray pattern practice 10-15 minutes
Yprac Prefire Angle pre-aiming 5-10 minutes per map
Fast Aim/Reflex Reaction time 10 minutes
Training Center All-in-one practice 20-30 minutes

Third-Party Aim Trainers

  • Aim Lab: Free, CS2-specific scenarios
  • Kovaak's: Paid, professional training routines
  • 3D Aim Trainer: Browser-based, convenient

Crosshair Settings

Pro Player Crosshair Styles

📍 Static Dot

Small dot, no movement. Best for precise aiming.

cl_crosshairstyle 4; cl_crosshairdot 1

➕ Classic Cross

Traditional crosshair with gap. Most popular.

cl_crosshairstyle 4; cl_crosshairgap -2

⊕ Dynamic

Expands when moving/shooting. Good for beginners.

cl_crosshairstyle 2

Recommended Crosshair Settings

cl_crosshairsize 2
cl_crosshairgap -2
cl_crosshairthickness 0.5
cl_crosshairstyle 4
cl_crosshair_drawoutline 1
cl_crosshaircolor 1 (green)

Mouse Settings & Sensitivity

Optimal Sensitivity Range

DPI In-Game Sens eDPI Playstyle
400 1.5-2.5 600-1000 Low sens (precision)
800 0.75-1.25 600-1000 Medium sens (balanced)
1600 0.4-0.6 640-960 High DPI low sens

Mouse Settings Checklist

  • Disable Acceleration: m_rawinput 1
  • Disable Mouse Smoothing: Windows settings
  • 1000Hz Polling Rate: Mouse driver settings
  • Large Mousepad: 40cm+ for low sensitivity

Important: Most pro players use 600-1000 eDPI. Find your comfortable range and stick with it—don't change sensitivity frequently.

Advanced Aim Techniques

Counter-Strafing

Essential for accurate shooting while moving:

  1. Moving Right (D): Press A to stop instantly
  2. Moving Left (A): Press D to stop instantly
  3. Shoot During Stop: Fire when velocity = 0
  4. Practice: Use cl_showpos 1 to see velocity

Peeking Techniques

  • Ferrari Peek: Fast wide peek with counter-strafe
  • Shoulder Peek: Quick peek to bait AWP shots
  • Crouch Peek: Unexpected head level change
  • Jump Peek: Gather info without commitment

Common Aim Mistakes

Mistake Why It's Bad How to Fix
Aiming at Ground Slow reaction to enemies Always keep crosshair at head level
Over-Spraying Inaccurate after 15 bullets Burst fire or reset spray
Moving While Shooting Massive inaccuracy penalty Practice counter-strafing
Panic Spraying Lose control of recoil Stay calm, commit to spray or tap
Changing Sensitivity No muscle memory development Pick one sens and stick with it for months

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