Essential CS:GO Strategies
Mastering CS:GO requires more than good aim. These advanced strategies will transform your gameplay and help you climb the ranks.
Utility Usage Guide
Proper grenade usage separates good players from great ones. Essential lineups:
Mirage A Execute
- Smoke CT spawn
- Molotov under balcony
- Flash through smoke
- Smoke jungle
Inferno B Retake
- Smoke banana
- Flash over construction
- Molotov new box
- HE grenade coffin
Economy Management
Smart money decisions win matches. Follow these rules:
- Pistol Round: Armor + utility > upgraded pistols
- Eco Round: Save completely or force Deagle+armor
- Buy Round: Full rifles + utility + kits
- After Win: Keep 1-2 players with AWPs
Team Play Fundamentals
Effective team coordination requires:
- Clear Communication: Concise, relevant callouts
- Role Assignment: Entry fragger, support, lurker
- Default Setup: Map control before executes
- Adaptation: Adjust strategies mid-game
Map-Specific Tactics
Dust II
- A Long control with double flashes
- Mid to B split with smoke
- Catwalk push with molotov
Overpass
- Monster control with HE grenades
- Bathroom to site execute
- Fake A with B rush
Professional Player Insights
Learn from the best players' habits:
- s1mple: Aggressive peeking with perfect timing
- ZywOo: Positional mastery and patience
- NiKo: Insane first bullet accuracy
Watch our pro match analysis for more insights.