Counter-Strike 2: How to Watch Your Demos

The Demo feature in Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) serves as a powerful tool for players who want to improve their gaming skills. Whether it’s dissecting your game, fine-tuning strategy or gathering insights from other players, the Demo feature provides plenty of opportunities for improvement. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to get the most out of this feature:

How Demos Work in CS2: Recording and Viewing

1. Recording a Demo:
   • Open the developer console in CS2.
   • Type “record” followed by the name of the desired demo file.
   • Start playing the game as usual.
   • To stop recording, type “stop” in the console.
2. Accessing the Demo:
   • After recording, the demo can be downloaded or viewed directly.

Analyzing Games with Demos: A Step-by-Step Guide

Via Steam:

1. Log in to Steam via a web browser.
2. Navigate to your profile and select “Games.”
3. Find Counter-Strike 2 and click on it.
4. Under “Personal Game Data”, select “Premier Matches.”
5. Find the desired match and click “Download GOTV Replay.”

In the game:

1. Open CS2 and type “playdemo” followed by the name of the demo file in the console.
2. If the demo is not in the CS2 folder, specify the path to the file.
3. The demo will load and you can use the demoui command to access the new demo UI.

Mastering Demo Controls in CS2

1. Playback Controls:
   • Use the controls at the bottom of the screen for playback (pause, play, rewind, fast forward, skip to lap).
2. Free Camera Mode:
   • Fly around the map and see the action from different angles.
3. Main Command:
   • Use “playdemo” followed by the name of the demo file to play the demo.
   • Adjust the playback speed with the “speed” command.
   • Open the demo UI with the “demoui” command.
   • Watch specific players using the “follow” command.
   • Freeze the action at a certain point with “freezecam”.
   • Show only death notices in the demo with “cl_draw_only_deathnotices 1.”

Maximize Your Learning Experience

• Strategic Review:
  • Focus on critical moments, strategic decisions and engagement.
  • Pay attention to positioning, cross placement and utility usage.
• Use Slow Motion:
  • Adjust playback speed using the “speed” command to analyze intricate details.
• Learn from Others:
  • Download and learn the expert player demo to gain insight.
• Experiment with Free Camera:
  • Explore the map from different perspectives to reveal tactical nuances.

By mastering the Demo feature, players can unlock a wealth of knowledge, refine their skills and stay ahead in the competitive world of Counter-Strike 2.

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