How to set up Command Line Arguments on Counter-Strike

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Set Up Additional Command Line Arguments in Counter-Strike: GO / CS2. Want to boost CS:GO or CS2 performance or enable special settings? Learn how to set up additional command line arguments in just a few steps using Steam’s Launch Options.


🎯 What Are Launch Options in CS:GO / CS2?

Launch Options (or command line arguments) are parameters you can pass to CS:GO or CS2 via Steam before the game launches. These allow you to tweak how the game runs for example, optimizing performance, skipping intro videos, setting your tick rate, or even debugging.


🛠️ How to Set Up Launch Options in CS:GO / Counter-Strike 2

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Open Steam
    Launch the Steam client and go to your Library.
  2. Right-Click on Counter-Strike: Global Offensive or Counter-Strike 2
    Select either game depending on which one you use.
  3. Click on ‘Properties’
  4. Go to the “General” Tab
  5. Find the “Launch Options” Field
    You’ll see a text box under Launch Options. This is where you input your arguments.
  6. Enter Your Preferred Commands
    Add your desired launch options separated by a space.
    Example: -novid -tickrate 128 -high -fullscreen -nojoy -threads 4
  7. Close the Window
    Your changes are saved automatically. Just launch the game normally and the options will apply.

Set up Command Line Arguments on Counter-Strike

⚙️ Recommended Launch Options (Explained)

OptionFunction
-novidSkips intro video when launching the game
-highSets the game to high priority in Windows task manager
-tickrate 128Sets tickrate for offline servers to 128 (good for training & practice)
-fullscreenLaunches the game in fullscreen mode
-nojoyDisables joystick support to save resources
-threads 4Sets number of processor threads to use (replace with your CPU threads)
+exec autoexecExecutes custom config file at startup (autoexec.cfg)

💡 Pro Tips

  • Avoid unnecessary commands too many can cause crashes or slow loading times.
  • Always test a few at a time to find the best setup for your system.
  • Use +fps_max 0 to unlock FPS, or set it to a number like +fps_max 240 to cap it.

🧪 Example Setup for Competitive Players

-novid -tickrate 128 -high -nojoy -fullscreen +fps_max 240 +cl_interp_ratio 1

This setup removes distractions, boosts FPS, and optimizes input settings.


🎯 Advanced Tip: Using autoexec.cfg

If you have specific configurations, you can save them in a file named autoexec.cfg and place it in:

Steam\steamapps\common\Counter-Strike Global Offensive\game\csgo\cfg

Then use +exec autoexec in launch options to apply it every time.


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🏷️ Tags: CS2, Counter-Strike GO, launch options, command line, Steam, FPS boost, CS2 tips, gaming optimization, PC settings, Valve games

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