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{{cleanup|Slim down the essentials section to the very least, double check the other fixes}}
 
 
{{State|state=postdev}}
 
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{{Infobox game
 
{{Infobox game
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|license      = free-to-play
 
|license      = free-to-play
 
}}
 
}}
 
'''Key points'''
 
{{++}} Steam Workshop integration.
 
  
 
'''General information'''
 
'''General information'''
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===Microtransactions===
 
===Microtransactions===
 
{{Microtransactions
 
{{Microtransactions
|boost              = '''Operations''' are occasionally released. These add new content that are playable by all, but an Operation Pass must be bought to unlock [[cosmetic]]s and special [[loot box]]es.
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|boost              = '''Operations''' are occasionally released. These add new content that are playable by all, but an Operation Pass must be bought to unlock cosmetics and special loot boxes.
|cosmetic            = Gun skins, player models can be obtained in game, purchased or traded from other players, and by opening [[loot box]]es.
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|cosmetic            = Gun skins, player models can be obtained in game, purchased or traded from other players, and by opening loot boxes.
 
|currency            =  
 
|currency            =  
 
|finite spend        =
 
|finite spend        =
 
|infinite spend      =  
 
|infinite spend      =  
 
|free-to-grind      =  
 
|free-to-grind      =  
|loot box            = Loot boxes are earned during game play, but Keys must be bought with '''real money''' in order to open them. All rewards are [[cosmetic]].
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|loot box            = Loot boxes are earned during game play, but keys must be bought with '''real money''' in order to open them. All rewards are cosmetic.
 
|none                =
 
|none                =
 
|player trading      = Trading can be done via Steam.
 
|player trading      = Trading can be done via Steam.
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{{ii}} <code>-no-browser</code> disables server video ads.
 
{{ii}} <code>-no-browser</code> disables server video ads.
  
===Increase performance===
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===Configure memory usage on 32-bit versions of Windows===
====Windows====
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{{ii}} The game can crash when loading the next map if on a 32-bit operating system.
{{ii}} The game has some compatibility issues with older operating systems such as Windows 7 due to the outdated graphics stack (WDDM).[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsETZfEpDPA&t=2474]
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{{ii}} This is caused by going over 4 GB of total memory usage, which is impossible for a 32-bit OS.
{{ii}} You can disable fullscreen optimizations to reduce FPS drops and improve response time through the properties of the launch file in the compatibility section (in Windows 10 in some cases it may cause performance drop)<ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-11-30|comment=It caused performance drop for me}}</ref>
 
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Enable DirectX 9Ex mode|ref=|fix=
 
# Open Steam.
 
# Go to launch options CSGO.
 
# Enter <code>-d3d9ex</code> and save.
 
# You can also uncap your FPS <code>+fps_max 0</code>.
 
{{ii}} Since March 2019, the DirectX 9Ex functionality has been returned to the version of this CSGO engine.<ref>https://blog.counter-strike.net/index.php/2019/03/23362</ref>
 
{{ii}} Support for this renderer is available starting only from Windows Vista and newer for Windows 7/8/8.1/10.
 
{{--}} Perhaps a negative effect for users of video adapters from AMD (but not in all cases)<ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-11-30|comment=-d3d9ex worked great on AMD too}}</ref>}}
 
 
 
{{ii}} You can also disable the function of HPET which is a technology of high-precision timer in the motherboard.
 
{{--}} This can sometimes cause performance problems.
 
{{ii}} You can keep [[Microsoft Windows#Changing default timer resolution|timer resolution]] manually.
 
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Disable HPET|ref=<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/8p9h2j/making_csgo_feel_smooth_again_disabling_hpet/]</ref>|fix=
 
Method 1:
 
# Tap on the Windows-key, enter cmd, right-click cmd.exe in the results listing and select to run the command prompt with administrative privileges.
 
# To enable HPET as the only timer run the command bcdedit /set useplatformclock true
 
# To disable HPET in Windows run the command bcdedit /deletevalue useplatformclock
 
# Restart your computer.
 
Method 2:
 
# Search "Device Manager" on your PC.
 
# Scroll down to "System Devices" and open the sub-menu.
 
# Scroll to "High Precision Event Timer" and click it.
 
# Click "Actions" at the top of the window, and from that pop-up menu, click "Disable".
 
# Restart your computer.
 
}}
 
{{ii}} For further solutions check out also this section [[#FPS drops and/or stuttering|below]].
 
 
 
===Increased Stability (32-bit version of Windows)===
 
{{ii}} CS:GO can crash when loading the next map if you're on a 32-bit operating system. To address this, you'll need to edit a txt file.
 
{{ii}} The crash is caused by going over 4 GB total memory usage, which isn't possible for a 32-bit OS.
 
  
 
{{Fixbox|description=setting.mem_level|ref={{cn|date=January 2019}}|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=setting.mem_level|ref={{cn|date=January 2019}}|fix=
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'''Notes'''
 
'''Notes'''
{{ii}} Turning down settings such as shadow or model resolution can also help to prevent CTD's.
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{{ii}} Turning down settings such as shadow or model resolution can also help to prevent crashes.
 
}}
 
}}
 
====Linux====
 
{{Fixbox|description=Enable OpenGL Multithreading|fix=
 
In Steam's Launch Options... add the following environment variable depending on the GPU you are using:
 
* <code>__GL_THREADED_OPTIMIZATIONS=1</code> if using NVIDIA
 
* <code>mesa_glthread=true</code> if using AMD/Intel GPU with Mesa driver library (Not needed if on Mesa 20.2 or higher)
 
}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Enable Vulkan|fix=
 
Use <code>-vulkan</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments#Steam|launch option]]
 
}}
 
 
===Make current custom community server joinable===
 
CS:GO won't broadcast the server you're connected to if you're playing on a community server.
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Use the <code>cl_join_advertise 2</code> command|ref=<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/40d8r9/cl_join_advertise_2_lets_your_friends_join_the/ "cl_join_advertise 2" lets your friends join the community server you are playing on without an invitation.: GlobalOffensive]</ref>}}
 
 
===Host 128 tickrate servers===
 
By default self-hosting a server will always launch in 64 tickrate.
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Use the <code>-tickrate 128</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]|ref=<ref name="arguments" />}}
 
  
 
===[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1325659427 Config Generator]===
 
===[https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1325659427 Config Generator]===
Special singleplayer map that allows you to configure settings that aren't normally accessible via in-game UI.
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{{ii}} Special singleplayer map that allows players to configure settings that are not normally accessible via in-game UI.
  
 
==Game data==
 
==Game data==
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==Network==
 
==Network==
 
{{ii}} For more information, see the [[Engine:Source#Source Dedicated Server|"Source Dedicated Server" section of the Source engine article]].
 
{{ii}} For more information, see the [[Engine:Source#Source Dedicated Server|"Source Dedicated Server" section of the Source engine article]].
 
 
{{Network/Multiplayer
 
{{Network/Multiplayer
 
|local play          = hackable
 
|local play          = hackable
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|upnp = false
 
|upnp = false
 
}}
 
}}
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===Custom community server joining===
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{{ii}} The game will not publicly broadcast the server a player is connected to if playing on a community server.
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{{Fixbox|description=Use the <code>cl_join_advertise 2</code> command|ref=<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/40d8r9/cl_join_advertise_2_lets_your_friends_join_the/ "cl_join_advertise 2" lets your friends join the community server you are playing on without an invitation.: GlobalOffensive]</ref>}}
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===Host 128 tickrate servers===
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{{ii}} By default, hosting a custom server will always launch in 64 tickrate.
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{{Fixbox|description=Use the <code>-tickrate 128</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]]|ref=<ref name="arguments" />}}
  
 
==VR support==
 
==VR support==
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===FPS drops and/or stuttering===
 
===FPS drops and/or stuttering===
{{Fixbox|description=Exclude CS:GO folder from your anti-virus|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}}}
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Update Realtek audio drivers|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/2e6xsr/potential_fix_for_those_experiencing_fps_lag_and/ Potential fix for those experiencing FPS lag and stuttering: Updating your RealTek drivers: GlobalOffensive]</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Update Realtek audio drivers|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/2e6xsr/potential_fix_for_those_experiencing_fps_lag_and/ Potential fix for those experiencing FPS lag and stuttering: Updating your RealTek drivers: GlobalOffensive]</ref>}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable Advanced 3D audio processing in the audio menu<ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-11-30|comment=Eventually you can use HeSuVi instead or DSOAL (see Audio>Middleware)}}</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Disable Advanced 3D audio processing in the audio menu<ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-11-30|comment=Eventually you can use HeSuVi instead or DSOAL (see Audio>Middleware)}}</ref>}}
{{Fixbox|description=Install the game on SSD|ref=<ref>https://www.purepc.pl/rozrywka/wkrotce_beta_gears_of_war_5_znamy_wymagania_sprzetowe_na_pc#comment-586000</ref>}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable fullscreen optimizations in the executable's [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility settings]]|<ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-11-30|comment=It caused performance drop for me}}</ref>|fix=
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}}
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{{Fixbox|description=(AMD) Turn on Radeon Anti-Lag in Radeon Settings (generally not recommended on 97% of GPU usage and lower).<ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-11-30}}</ref> }}
 
{{Fixbox|description=(AMD) Turn on Radeon Anti-Lag in Radeon Settings (generally not recommended on 97% of GPU usage and lower).<ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-11-30}}</ref> }}
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{{Fixbox|description=(AMD) Turn on Enhanced Sync in Radeon Overlay ({{Key|Alt|R}}) or Radeon Settings (especially if you suffer FPS drops below 60, but technically it prevents tearing).<ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-11-30|comment=It won't increase FPS, but it can make it smoother. May cause negative effect on high and stable FPS.}}</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=(AMD) Turn on Enhanced Sync in Radeon Overlay ({{Key|Alt|R}}) or Radeon Settings (especially if you suffer FPS drops below 60, but technically it prevents tearing).<ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-11-30|comment=It won't increase FPS, but it can make it smoother. May cause negative effect on high and stable FPS.}}</ref>}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable Profanity filter in Settings>Social<ref>https://www.dailyesports.gg/new-csgo-framerate-bug-has-players-wary-of-the-latest-patch/</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Disable Profanity filter in Settings>Social<ref>https://www.dailyesports.gg/new-csgo-framerate-bug-has-players-wary-of-the-latest-patch/</ref>}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable Boost Player Contrast in Settings>Video}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Disable Boost Player Contrast in Settings>Video}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Enable OpenGL Multithreading (Linux)|fix=
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In Steam's Launch Options... add the following environment variable depending on the GPU you are using:
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* <code>__GL_THREADED_OPTIMIZATIONS=1</code> if using NVIDIA
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* <code>mesa_glthread=true</code> if using AMD/Intel GPU with Mesa driver library (Not needed if on Mesa 20.2 or higher)
 +
}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Enable Vulkan (Linux)|fix=
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Use <code>-vulkan</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments#Steam|launch option]]
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}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Disable HPET|ref=<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/8p9h2j/making_csgo_feel_smooth_again_disabling_hpet/]</ref>|fix=
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Method 1:
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# Open the Windows Command Prompt or [[Windows#PowerShell|PowerShell]] as administrator.
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# To enable HPET as the only timer, run the command <code>bcdedit /set useplatformclock true</code>
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# To disable HPET in Windows, run the command <code>bcdedit /deletevalue useplatformclock</code>
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# Restart the computer.
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Method 2:
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# Open the Windows Device Manager.
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# Scroll down to "System Devices" and open the sub-menu.
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# Scroll to "High Precision Event Timer" and click it.
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# Click "Actions" at the top of the window, and from that pop-up menu, click "Disable".
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# Restart the computer.
 +
 +
{{--}} May cause performance issues on some systems.
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{{ii}} The [[Microsoft Windows#Changing default timer resolution|timer resolution]] can be changed manually.
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}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Use launch parameters:  
 
{{Fixbox|description=Use launch parameters:  
 
<code>-d3d9ex -novid -no-browser -nojoy -high +r_dynamic 0 +cl_freezecameffects_showholiday 0 +r_drawtracers_firstperson 0 +fps_max 0</code><ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-12-06|comment=Tested thoroughly performance related commands presented in: a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fl0HdpU1Eug video] along with commands from FPS benchmark, and listed worked the best.}}</ref>
 
<code>-d3d9ex -novid -no-browser -nojoy -high +r_dynamic 0 +cl_freezecameffects_showholiday 0 +r_drawtracers_firstperson 0 +fps_max 0</code><ref>{{Refcheck|user=deton24|date=2019-12-06|comment=Tested thoroughly performance related commands presented in: a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fl0HdpU1Eug video] along with commands from FPS benchmark, and listed worked the best.}}</ref>
 
{{ii}} You can also use <code>+cl_draw_only_deathnotices 1</code> to disable HUD which slightly increases FPS<ref>https://youtube.com/watch?v=ujyFRCXbKFI&time=240</ref>
 
{{ii}} You can also use <code>+cl_draw_only_deathnotices 1</code> to disable HUD which slightly increases FPS<ref>https://youtube.com/watch?v=ujyFRCXbKFI&time=240</ref>
 
{{ii}} Popular <code>net_graph 1</code> /  <code>net_graph_text 1</code> causes slight FPS drop<ref>https://youtube.com/watch?v=ujyFRCXbKFI&time=80</ref>
 
{{ii}} Popular <code>net_graph 1</code> /  <code>net_graph_text 1</code> causes slight FPS drop<ref>https://youtube.com/watch?v=ujyFRCXbKFI&time=80</ref>
{{ii}} <code>+r_drawtracers_firstperson 0</code> disables visibility of fired bullets. Enabling it may be useful with e.g. M249 to correct recoil while shooting full auto. You need to enter it manually in console.
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{{ii}} <code>+r_drawtracers_firstperson 0</code> disables visibility of fired bullets. Enabling it may be useful with e.g. M249 to correct recoil while shooting full auto. It needs to be entered manually in the console.
{{ii}} Bear in mind, that some commands increasing FPS in e.g. Dust 2, can decrease FPS in newer maps like Lunacy. These presented on the top were tested thoroughly on both.
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{{ii}} Some commands which increase FPS in e.g. Dust 2, can decrease FPS in newer maps like Lunacy. These presented on the top were tested thoroughly on both.
{{ii}} Alternatively you can test <code>+mat_queue_mode 2</code> for 4+ core CPUs and <code>-noubershader</code> for at least old Intel iGPUs<ref>https://blog.counter-strike.net/index.php/2020/04/29513/</ref>
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{{ii}} Alternatively, test <code>+mat_queue_mode 2</code> for 4+ core CPUs and <code>-noubershader</code>, at least fpr old Intel integrated GPUs<ref>https://blog.counter-strike.net/index.php/2020/04/29513/</ref>
{{ii}} Disabling default FPS limit is beneficial mainly in scenarios of fluctuating FPS between 60-120.
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{{ii}} Disabling the default FPS limit is beneficial mainly in scenarios of fluctuating FPS between 60 and 120.
 
{{ii}} <code>+cl_forcepreload</code> has been removed with the patch on 24.09.21.
 
{{ii}} <code>+cl_forcepreload</code> has been removed with the patch on 24.09.21.
 
}}
 
}}
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===Game crashes with window "Wait for the program to respond"===
 
===Game crashes with window "Wait for the program to respond"===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Need use 4GB patch|ref=<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBfINI-dyLw The application does not respond - CS: GO freezes here's a fix: GlobalOffensive]</ref>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Need use 4GB patch|ref=<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBfINI-dyLw The application does not respond - CS: GO freezes here's a fix: GlobalOffensive]</ref>|fix=
# Go to NTCore site [https://ntcore.com/?page_id=371].
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# Download the [https://ntcore.com/?page_id=371 NTCore 4GB Patch].
# Download the 4GB Patch.
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# Apply the patch to <code>csgo.exe</code>
# Open archive 4g_patch.zip and run 4g_patch.exe.
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{{ii}} This does not lead to a VAC ban account.{{cn}}
# Select executable file of game csgo.exe for patch.
 
{{ii}} Despite the actions for patching the launch file of the game, this does not lead to a VAC ban account.{{cn}}
 
{{ii}} It is also possible to increase the performance of the game due to the increase in the address space after the patch.
 
{{ii}} If you encounter error that executable cannot be patched, make sure that it's possible to delete it before, and restart computer to fix it if necessary.
 
{{ii}} If patcher didn't change binary checksums, it is already patched.
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
{{Fixbox|description=Delete <code>appcache</code>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Delete <code>appcache</code>|fix=
 
If you get this error message without have used any 3rd party applications, this quick fix should solve your issue.
 
If you get this error message without have used any 3rd party applications, this quick fix should solve your issue.
 
 
# Shut down Steam.
 
# Shut down Steam.
 
# Go to {{p|steam}}.
 
# Go to {{p|steam}}.
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}}
 
}}
  
===Game changes microphone gain at launch===
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===Game crashes without an error message when loading into a server===
{{Fixbox|description=Modify configuration file|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/2vftby/csgo_changing_your_windows_mic_boost_level_heres/ CSGO changing your windows mic boost level? here's a fix: GlobalOffensive]</ref>|fix=
 
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]].
 
# Open <code>config.cfg</code>.
 
# Find the line <code>voice_mixer_volume</code>, it should be near the bottom of the file. If the line doesn't exist you may create it.
 
# Set the value to <code>-1</code>.
 
 
 
'''Notes'''
 
{{ii}} Removing the line does not work.
 
}}
 
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Disable exclusive control of microphone (Windows)|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/3t6gdm/why_does_csgo_automatically_change_my_mic_volume/cx3ix79 kyoukidotexe commented on Why does CS:GO automatically change my mic volume when I start the game?: GlobalOffensive]</ref>|fix=
 
# Right click on the speaker icon located at the tray bar.
 
# Select '''Recording devices'''.
 
# Double click on your microphone in the newly opened window.
 
# Go to '''Advanced''' and untick '''Allow applications to take exclusive control of this device'''.
 
 
 
'''Notes'''
 
{{--}} Most applications ignores this, and many users are reporting that it isn't working.
 
}}
 
 
 
===Game crashes without error message when loading into a server===
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Reduce in-game resolution|ref={{cn|date=March 2016}}|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Reduce in-game resolution|ref={{cn|date=March 2016}}|fix=
# Before joining a server, set your resolution in-game down to the next lowest setting (e.g, if you're running 1920x1080, go down to 1776x768).
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# Before joining a server, set the resolution in-game down to the first lower setting.
# Once you get in, set your game resolution back to whatever you normally use. You don't need to use this workaround again until you restart the game.
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# Once connected, set the game resolution back to the previous one. This does not need to be redone until the game is closed.
}}
 
 
 
===Failed to find and connect to an acceptable dedicated server===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Windows Firewall|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 
# Open the firewall and enable the following:
 
* steaminstall
 
* steam
 
* hl
 
* hl2
 
* steamTmp
 
* csgo
 
}}
 
 
 
{{Fixbox|description=Adjust your maximum acceptable ping to official servers|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 
# Type <code>mm_dedicated_search_maxping "150"</code> in your game console.
 
 
 
'''Notes'''
 
{{ii}} You might want to add the above command to your autoexec.
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
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# Open the <code>Steam</code> menu at the top left in the Steam Client and click on <code>Settings</code>.
 
# Open the <code>Steam</code> menu at the top left in the Steam Client and click on <code>Settings</code>.
 
# Click <code>Account</code> at the left hand of the window.
 
# Click <code>Account</code> at the left hand of the window.
# Go to the 'Beta participation' (It will say 'Steam Beta Update' if you are opted in) and click <code>Change...</code>.
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# Go to the 'Beta participation' (it will say 'Steam Beta Update' if you opted in) and click <code>Change...</code>.
 
# Open the drop-down menu and change it to <code>None - Opt out of all beta programs</code>.
 
# Open the drop-down menu and change it to <code>None - Opt out of all beta programs</code>.
 
# Click <code>OK</code>.
 
# Click <code>OK</code>.
 
}}
 
}}
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{{Fixbox|description=Re-enable the Steam service|ref=<ref>[https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=9851-PFHN-9932 Incomplete Installation (#) Errors - Specific Error Messages - Knowledge Base - Steam Support]</ref>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Re-enable the Steam service|ref=<ref>[https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=9851-PFHN-9932 Incomplete Installation (#) Errors - Specific Error Messages - Knowledge Base - Steam Support]</ref>|fix=
 
# Exit Steam.
 
# Exit Steam.
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}}
 
}}
  
===Purple and black broken textures===
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===Failed to find and connect to an acceptable dedicated server===
{{ii}} A generic fix for this issue can be found [[Engine:Source#Missing models or textures|on our Source engine page]].
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{{Fixbox|description=Add the Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Steam executables to firewall exception lists|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 +
}}
  
===Some maps are way too dark on Intel HD GPUs===
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{{Fixbox|description=Adjust your maximum acceptable ping to official servers|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
Maps using ambient occlusion (e.g. de_lake, de_canals, ar_baggage) can be very dark on Intel HD Graphics.
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# Type <code>mm_dedicated_search_maxping "150"</code> in your game console.
{{ii}} A generic fix for this issue can be found [[Engine:Source#Some maps are way too dark on Intel HD Graphics GPUs|on our Source engine page]].
 
  
===FPS drops and/or stuttering of sound / var value jumps===
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'''Notes'''
{{Fixbox|description=Add launch parameter in Steam <code>+cl_disablehtmlmotd 1</code> and/or alternatively <code>-no-browser</code>|ref=<ref>https://forum.pclab.pl/topic/1253747-csgo-problem-bez-rozwi%C4%85zania/page/2/?tab=comments</ref>}}
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{{ii}} You might want to add the above command to your autoexec.
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}}
  
 
===Game crashes on start===
 
===Game crashes on start===
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{{Fixbox|description=Make sure <code>{{p|game}}\csgo.exe</code> has no [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility modes]] applied}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Make sure <code>{{p|game}}\csgo.exe</code> has no [[Windows Compatibility Mode|compatibility modes]] applied}}
  
===30 FPS cap after Win10 Anniversary Update===
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===Steam constantly asks for admin permissions on start===
Some people report that games run worse (not only CS:GO). It is also known that the AU update broke graphics card drivers.
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{{Fixbox|description=Using the Command Prompt or [[Windows#PowerShell|PowerShell]], execute the <code>reg add HKLM\SOFTWARE\Valve\Steam\Apps\730 /v directx /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f /reg:32</code> command}}
Should be noted that an update for the game was released which added a warning for users who have XboxDVR enabled.
 
  
{{Fixbox|description=Disable Game Bar|fix=
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==="No user logon"===
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{{Fixbox|description=When playing in offline mode, make sure Internet access is disabled in the operating systems.}}
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===Black screen on launch, but audio can still be heard===
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{{Fixbox|description=Launch the game with the <code>-disable_d3d9ex</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/c6l7gc/menu_black_screen_but_sound/ Menu black screen but sound : GlobalOffensive - Reddit]</ref>}}
 +
 
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Launch the game with the <code>-fullscreen</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/dnajzs/notabletoplaycsgo_launch_and_gives_black_screen/ #NotAbleToPlayCSGO Launch and gives black screen but can still hear sound : GlobalOffensive - Reddit]</ref>}}
 +
 
 +
===30 FPS cap after Windows 10 Anniversary Update===
 +
{{ii}} Some people report that games run worse (not only CS:GO). It is also known that the AU update broke graphics card drivers.
 +
{{ii}} An update for the game was released which added a warning for users who have XboxDVR enabled.
 +
 
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Disable Game Bar|ref={{cn|November 2022|reason=See if this is actually necessary}}|fix=
 
# Open the Settings App
 
# Open the Settings App
 
# Select the "Gaming" section
 
# Select the "Gaming" section
 
# Set "Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcast using Game Bar" to off
 
# Set "Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcast using Game Bar" to off
 +
}}
  
 +
===Purple and black broken textures===
 +
{{ii}} A generic fix for this issue can be found [[Engine:Source#Missing models or textures|on our Source engine page]].
 +
 +
===Some maps are way too dark on Intel HD GPUs===
 +
Maps using ambient occlusion (e.g. de_lake, de_canals, ar_baggage) can be very dark on Intel HD Graphics.
 +
{{ii}} A generic fix for this issue can be found [[Engine:Source#Some maps are way too dark on Intel HD Graphics GPUs|on our Source engine page]].
 +
 +
===Game changes microphone gain at launch===
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Modify configuration file|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/2vftby/csgo_changing_your_windows_mic_boost_level_heres/ CSGO changing your windows mic boost level? here's a fix: GlobalOffensive]</ref>|fix=
 +
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]].
 +
# Open <code>config.cfg</code>.
 +
# Find the line <code>voice_mixer_volume</code>, it should be near the bottom of the file. If the line doesn't exist you may create it.
 +
# Set the value to <code>-1</code>.
 +
 +
'''Notes'''
 +
{{ii}} Removing the line does not work.
 
}}
 
}}
  
===Microphone not working===
+
{{Fixbox|description=Disable exclusive control of microphone (Windows)|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/3t6gdm/why_does_csgo_automatically_change_my_mic_volume/cx3ix79 kyoukidotexe commented on Why does CS:GO automatically change my mic volume when I start the game?: GlobalOffensive]</ref>|fix=
{{Fixbox|description=Visit the [https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/PulseAudio/Troubleshooting#Microphone_not_detected_by_PulseAudio archlinux Wiki]|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}}
+
# Right click on the speaker icon located at the tray bar.
 +
# Select '''Recording devices'''.
 +
# Double click on your microphone in the newly opened window.
 +
# Go to '''Advanced''' and untick '''Allow applications to take exclusive control of this device'''.
 +
 
 +
'''Notes'''
 +
{{--}} Most applications ignore this, and many users are reporting that it does not work.
 +
}}
  
===Black screen on launch, but audio can still be heard===
+
===FPS drops and/or stuttering of sound / var value jumps===
{{Fixbox|description=Launch the game with the <code>-disable_d3d9ex</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/c6l7gc/menu_black_screen_but_sound/ Menu black screen but sound : GlobalOffensive - Reddit]</ref>}}
+
{{Fixbox|description=Add launch parameter in Steam <code>+cl_disablehtmlmotd 1</code> and/or alternatively <code>-no-browser</code>|ref=<ref>https://forum.pclab.pl/topic/1253747-csgo-problem-bez-rozwi%C4%85zania/page/2/?tab=comments</ref>}}
{{Fixbox|description=Launch the game with the <code>-fullscreen</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|parameter]]|ref=<ref>[https://old.reddit.com/r/GlobalOffensive/comments/dnajzs/notabletoplaycsgo_launch_and_gives_black_screen/ #NotAbleToPlayCSGO Launch and gives black screen but can still hear sound : GlobalOffensive - Reddit]</ref>}}
 
  
===Rendering issues on AMD/Intel under Linux===
+
===Screen not stretching on AMD graphics card===
{{ii}} Will be fixed in the upcoming Mesa 21.1
+
{{Fixbox|description=Disable Integer Scaling in the AMD control panel|ref=|fix=
{{--}} '''Warning!''' Currently it causes a breakage in a trust factor when using it, you may be thrown into a match with cheaters!<ref>https://github.com/ValveSoftware/csgo-osx-linux/issues/2630</ref>
 
{{Fixbox|description=Run the game with <code>radeonsi_clamp_div_by_zero=true</code> environment variable|fix=
 
 
}}
 
}}
 
==="No user logon"===
 
{{Fixbox|description=When playing in offline mode, make sure you don't have internet access in background, otherwise the game will kick you from the game after some period of time.}}
 
  
 
==="Your graphics hardware does not support all features (CSM) needed"===
 
==="Your graphics hardware does not support all features (CSM) needed"===
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{{Fixbox|description=Launch the game with the <code>-force_device_id 0xffff -force_vendor_id 0x8086</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line arguments]]|ref=<ref>[https://www.unknowncheats.me/forum/pc-software/481655-vmware-vmware.html#post3478701 [Question<nowiki>]</nowiki> vmware or not vmware... UnKnoWnCheaTs]</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Launch the game with the <code>-force_device_id 0xffff -force_vendor_id 0x8086</code> [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line arguments]]|ref=<ref>[https://www.unknowncheats.me/forum/pc-software/481655-vmware-vmware.html#post3478701 [Question<nowiki>]</nowiki> vmware or not vmware... UnKnoWnCheaTs]</ref>}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Try the other fixes in ''[[Engine:Source#"High" shadow detail option is missing|"High" shadow detail option is missing]]''}}
 
{{Fixbox|description=Try the other fixes in ''[[Engine:Source#"High" shadow detail option is missing|"High" shadow detail option is missing]]''}}
 +
 +
===Microphone not working on Arch Linux===
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Visit the [https://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/PulseAudio/Troubleshooting#Microphone_not_detected_by_PulseAudio archlinux Wiki]|ref={{cn|date=October 2016}}}}
 +
 +
===Rendering issues on AMD/Intel under Linux===
 +
{{ii}} Will be fixed in the upcoming Mesa 21.1
 +
{{--}} Currently it causes a breakage in a trust factor when using it, and players may be thrown into a match with cheaters.<ref>https://github.com/ValveSoftware/csgo-osx-linux/issues/2630</ref>
 +
{{Fixbox|description=Run the game with <code>radeonsi_clamp_div_by_zero=true</code> environment variable|fix=
 +
}}
  
 
==="Failed to verify signed files" error when trying the old demo viewer===
 
==="Failed to verify signed files" error when trying the old demo viewer===
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# Run the command <code>verifySignaturesBeforeLaunch 0</code>.
 
# Run the command <code>verifySignaturesBeforeLaunch 0</code>.
 
}}
 
}}
 +
 
{{Fixbox|description=Run <code>{{p|game}}\csgo.exe</code> directly|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Run <code>{{p|game}}\csgo.exe</code> directly|fix=
{{ii}} If the game just closes after launch try to still actually validate the game files once.
+
{{ii}} If the game just closes after launch, try to validate the game files at least once.
}}
 
 
 
===Steam constantly asks for admin permissions on start===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Execute the <code>reg add HKLM\SOFTWARE\Valve\Steam\Apps\730 /v directx /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f /reg:32</code> command}}
 
 
 
===Screen not stretching on AMD graphics card===
 
{{Fixbox|fix=
 
* '''Turn on GPU Scaling''', change '''Scaling Mode to Full Panel''' and most importantly, '''turn off Integer Scaling'''.
 
* These settings can be found in Settings -> Display of Radeon Software.
 
* If you don't want to change the global settings, it can also be changed just for CS:GO in the Gaming tab
 
 
}}
 
}}
  
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'''Notes'''
 
'''Notes'''
{{ii}} Press {{key|~}} to open the console. You might need to rebind your console key if not using a US keyboard.
+
{{ii}} Press {{key|~}} to open the console. It might be necessary to rebind the console key if not using a US keyboard.
{{ii}} Some commands may first require you enabling sv_cheats. You can do so with <code>sv_cheats 1</code>.
+
{{ii}} Some commands may first require enabling <code>sv_cheats 1</code> in the console.
{{ii}} Many servers will not allow you to play with cheats enabled, or will disable them upon entering the server.
+
{{ii}} Many servers disallow the usage of cheats, or disable them upon entering the server.
 
}}
 
}}
  
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{{ii}} View [https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=1040-JWMT-2947 this Steam Support Article regarding launch options] as well as [https://developer.valvesoftware.com/wiki/Launch_options#Source_Games the relevant Valve Developer wiki page] for further information and a list of useful Source engine launch options.
 
{{ii}} View [https://support.steampowered.com/kb_article.php?ref=1040-JWMT-2947 this Steam Support Article regarding launch options] as well as [https://developer.valvesoftware.com/wiki/Launch_options#Source_Games the relevant Valve Developer wiki page] for further information and a list of useful Source engine launch options.
 
{{mm}} [https://gist.github.com/nickbudi/3916475 Example of an advanced autoexec].
 
{{mm}} [https://gist.github.com/nickbudi/3916475 Example of an advanced autoexec].
 
{{Fixbox|description=Enabling a launch parameter|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix=
 
# Find the game in your Steam Library.
 
# Right-click the game name.
 
# Select <code>Properties</code>.
 
# Select <code>Set Launch Options...</code>.
 
# Input your selected launch options and separate each command with a space.
 
# Press <code>OK</code>.
 
# Launch the game.
 
}}
 
  
 
:{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
 
:{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed wikitable"
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| -no-browser || Disables video ads.
 
| -no-browser || Disables video ads.
 
|-
 
|-
| -console || Launch console at start.
+
| -console || Opens the console at startup.
 
|-
 
|-
| -nod3d9ex || Turns off some DX9 extensions for performance boost.
+
| -fullscreen || Forces the game to run in fullscreen mode.
 
|-
 
|-
| -freq x OR -refresh x || Set your refresh/hz.
+
| -d3d9ex || Forces D3D9Ex renderer (default since 2019).
 +
|-
 +
| -nod3d9ex or -disable_d3d9ex || Forces the use of D3D9 renderer for troubleshooting or performance boost on weaker systems.
 +
|-
 +
| -vulkan || Forces Vulkan renderer.
 +
|-
 +
| -freq x OR -refresh x || Sets refresh rate / frequency.
 
|-
 
|-
 
| -nojoy || Disables joystick support.
 
| -nojoy || Disables joystick support.
 +
|-
 +
| -tickrate [number] || Sets tickrate of custom server to a given value.
 
|}
 
|}
  
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|minSM    = 3.0
 
|minSM    = 3.0
 
|minVRAM  = 256 MB
 
|minVRAM  = 256 MB
|notes    = {{ii}} Windows XP and Vista were previously supported, but as future updates for this game and Steam occurred; the support was dropped, even with retail copies.
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|notes    = {{ii}} Windows XP and Vista were previously supported, but as future updates for this game and Steam occurred, the support was dropped.
 
}}
 
}}
  

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Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive cover
Developers
Valve Corporation
Hidden Path Entertainment
Engines
Source
Release dates
Windows August 21, 2012
macOS (OS X) August 21, 2012
Linux September 22, 2014
Reception
Metacritic 83
IGDB 81
Taxonomy
Monetization Free-to-play, Subscription[1]
Microtransactions Boost, Cosmetic, Loot box, Player trading
Modes Multiplayer
Pacing Real-time
Perspectives First-person
Controls Direct control
Genres Tactical shooter, Battle royale
Art styles Realistic
Themes Contemporary
Series Counter-Strike
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive on IGDB
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive on MobyGames
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive on Wikipedia
Counter-Strike
Counter-Strike 2000
Counter-Strike: Condition Zero 2004
Counter-Strike: Source 2004
Counter-Strike NEO -White Memories- 2005
Counter-Strike Online (series)
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive 2012
Counter-Strike 2 2023

General information

Official game blog
Steam Community Discussions

Availability

Source DRM Notes Keys OS
Steam
Icon overlay.png
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Linux
All versions require Steam DRM.

Monetization

Type Notes
DLC Users with Prime Status are matchmade with and against only other Prime Status users in all game modes. Prime users also earn XP, Competitive Skill Groups, and are eligible for weekly item drops. These benefits apply exclusively to Prime users.
Free-to-play Base game is free-to-play as of December 6, 2018, but paid or grindable Prime status is needed for some features.
Subscription CS:GO 360 Stats is an optional monthly subscription which includes access to Competitive match stats from official Competitive, Premier, and Wingman game modes and the Round Win Chance report introduced in Operation Broken Fang.[1]

DLC and expansion packs

Name Notes
Operation Riptide September 21, 2021 - February 21, 2022
Windows
Operation Broken Fang December 3, 2020 - May 3, 2021
Windows
Operation Shattered Web November 18, 2019 - March 31, 2020
Windows
Operation Hydra May 23, 2017 - November 13, 2017
Windows
Operation Wildfire February 17, 2016 - July 15, 2016
Windows
Operation Bloodhound May 26, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Windows
Operation Vanguard November 11, 2014 - March 31, 2015
Windows
Operation Breakout July 1, 2014 - October 2, 2014
Windows
Operation Phoenix February 20, 2014 - June 11, 2014
Windows
Operation Bravo September 18, 2013 - February 5, 2014
Windows
Operation Payback April 25, 2013 - August 31, 2013
Windows

Microtransactions

Type Notes
Boost Operations are occasionally released. These add new content that are playable by all, but an Operation Pass must be bought to unlock cosmetics and special loot boxes.
Cosmetic Gun skins, player models can be obtained in game, purchased or traded from other players, and by opening loot boxes.
Loot box Loot boxes are earned during game play, but keys must be bought with real money in order to open them. All rewards are cosmetic.
Player trading Trading can be done via Steam.

Essential improvements

Skip intro videos

Use the -novid command line argument[2]
-no-browser disables server video ads.

Configure memory usage on 32-bit versions of Windows

The game can crash when loading the next map if on a 32-bit operating system.
This is caused by going over 4 GB of total memory usage, which is impossible for a 32-bit OS.
setting.mem_level[citation needed]
  1. Go to <Steam-folder>\userdata\<user-id>\730\local\cfg
  2. Open video.txt.
  3. Find setting.mem_level and replace "1" with "0"
  4. Launch the game, and load several maps in a row to make sure it worked.

Notes

Turning down settings such as shadow or model resolution can also help to prevent crashes.

Config Generator

Special singleplayer map that allows players to configure settings that are not normally accessible via in-game UI.

Game data

Configuration file(s) location

System Location
Steam <Steam-folder>\userdata\<user-id>\730\local\cfg
It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.

Save game cloud syncing

System Native Notes
Steam Cloud
Approx. 1.5 GB available.

Video

In-game video settings.
In-game video settings.

Graphics feature State WSGF Notes
Widescreen resolution
Multi-monitor
Use Widescreen Fixer to scale HUD.[3] Hit indicators are not properly visible. A triple-monitor UI mode have been added.[4]
Ultra-widescreen
Hor+. HUD scales correctly after the Panorama UI update.[5][6]
4K Ultra HD
Interface scales poorly.
Field of view (FOV)
Default 90°. Hor+.[7] Can be set with the command fov_cs_debug if the server allows cheats.
Windowed
Borderless fullscreen windowed
No resolution scaling support (must use native monitor resolution).
Anisotropic filtering (AF)
Up to 16 samples.
Anti-aliasing (AA)
FXAA and up to 8x MSAA
OGSSAA and SGSSAA can be utilized through anti-aliasing compatibility bits 0x000000C1 under Nvidia Profile Inspector.
Vertical sync (Vsync)
Double Buffering, Triple Buffering, Off.
60 FPS and 120+ FPS
By default, menus are locked to 120 FPS and gameplay is at 400 FPS. With console, can change "fps_max" up to 1000; use 0 for uncapped framerate.
High dynamic range display (HDR)
See the glossary page for potential alternatives.

Input

In-game keyboard/mouse settings.
In-game keyboard/mouse settings.
In-game gamepad settings.
In-game gamepad settings.

Keyboard and mouse State Notes
Remapping
Mouse acceleration
Can be enabled/disabled and customized.
Mouse sensitivity
Mouse input in menus
Mouse Y-axis inversion
Controller
Controller support
Full controller support
Doesn't load controller configurations by default. Every time the game is booted, lines exec controller.cfg and exec controller.360.cfg has to be written on console. This can be automated by creating autoexec.cfg file in <path-to-game>/csgo/cfg and writing those two exec statements, each on their own lines, in that file.
Controller remapping
Controller sensitivity
Controller Y-axis inversion
Controller types
XInput-compatible controllers
PlayStation controllers
Generic/other controllers
Additional information
Button prompts
Controller hotplugging
Haptic feedback
Steam Controller only.
Digital movement supported
Simultaneous controller+KB/M
Steam Input
Steam Input API support
Official controller preset(s)
Steam Controller button prompts

Audio

In-game audio settings.
In-game audio settings.

Audio feature State Notes
Separate volume controls
Overall game volume and separate music slider.
Surround sound
5.1 surround sound, 4 speaker surround.
Subtitles
Closed captions
Mute on focus lost
"Silence the audio while the game window is in the background" check box. Also includes option to only play received mic chat on focus loss.
Royalty free audio

Localizations

Language UI Audio Sub Notes
English
Brazilian Portuguese
Bulgarian
Simplified Chinese
Fully localized audio was added to Perfect World edition on August 2, 2018.[8]
Traditional Chinese
Czech
Danish
Dutch
Finnish
French
German
Greek
Hungarian
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Norwegian
Polish
Portuguese
Brazilian Portuguese
Romanian
Russian
Spanish
Latin American Spanish
Swedish
Thai
Turkish
Ukrainian
Vietnamese

Network

For more information, see the "Source Dedicated Server" section of the Source engine article.

Multiplayer types

Type Native Notes
Local play
Versus
Use Universal Split Screen.
LAN play
Use Offline with bots mode and set sv_lan 1 in the console. [9]
Online play

Connection types

Type Native Notes
Matchmaking
Peer-to-peer
Dedicated
Self-hosting
Direct IP
Open the console (~) and use connect followed by the IP and port.[10]

Ports

Protocol Port(s) and/or port range(s)
TCP 27014-27050
UDP 3478, 4379-4380, 27000-27030
This game does not support Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for automatic port configuration.

Custom community server joining

The game will not publicly broadcast the server a player is connected to if playing on a community server.
Use the cl_join_advertise 2 command[11]

Host 128 tickrate servers

By default, hosting a custom server will always launch in 64 tickrate.
Use the -tickrate 128 command line argument[2]

VR support

3D modes State Notes
vorpX
G3D
Officially supported game, see official vorpx game list.
Devices
Novint Falcon

Issues unresolved

Surround sound

Reportedly other issues with surround sound with the Logitech G35.[12]

Issues fixed

"An issue with your computer is blocking the VAC system. You cannot play on secure servers."

See the official Steam support page here

FPS drops and/or stuttering

Update Realtek audio drivers[13]
Disable Advanced 3D audio processing in the audio menu[14]
Disable fullscreen optimizations in the executable's compatibility settings
(AMD) Turn on Radeon Anti-Lag in Radeon Settings (generally not recommended on 97% of GPU usage and lower).[15]
(AMD) Turn on Enhanced Sync in Radeon Overlay (Alt+R) or Radeon Settings (especially if you suffer FPS drops below 60, but technically it prevents tearing).[16]
Disable Profanity filter in Settings>Social[17]
Disable Boost Player Contrast in Settings>Video
Enable OpenGL Multithreading (Linux)

In Steam's Launch Options... add the following environment variable depending on the GPU you are using:

  • __GL_THREADED_OPTIMIZATIONS=1 if using NVIDIA
  • mesa_glthread=true if using AMD/Intel GPU with Mesa driver library (Not needed if on Mesa 20.2 or higher)
Enable Vulkan (Linux)

Use -vulkan launch option

Disable HPET[18]

Method 1:

  1. Open the Windows Command Prompt or PowerShell as administrator.
  2. To enable HPET as the only timer, run the command bcdedit /set useplatformclock true
  3. To disable HPET in Windows, run the command bcdedit /deletevalue useplatformclock
  4. Restart the computer.

Method 2:

  1. Open the Windows Device Manager.
  2. Scroll down to "System Devices" and open the sub-menu.
  3. Scroll to "High Precision Event Timer" and click it.
  4. Click "Actions" at the top of the window, and from that pop-up menu, click "Disable".
  5. Restart the computer.
May cause performance issues on some systems.
The timer resolution can be changed manually.
Use launch parameters:

-d3d9ex -novid -no-browser -nojoy -high +r_dynamic 0 +cl_freezecameffects_showholiday 0 +r_drawtracers_firstperson 0 +fps_max 0[19]

You can also use +cl_draw_only_deathnotices 1 to disable HUD which slightly increases FPS[20]
Popular net_graph 1 / net_graph_text 1 causes slight FPS drop[21]
+r_drawtracers_firstperson 0 disables visibility of fired bullets. Enabling it may be useful with e.g. M249 to correct recoil while shooting full auto. It needs to be entered manually in the console.
Some commands which increase FPS in e.g. Dust 2, can decrease FPS in newer maps like Lunacy. These presented on the top were tested thoroughly on both.
Alternatively, test +mat_queue_mode 2 for 4+ core CPUs and -noubershader, at least fpr old Intel integrated GPUs[22]
Disabling the default FPS limit is beneficial mainly in scenarios of fluctuating FPS between 60 and 120.
+cl_forcepreload has been removed with the patch on 24.09.21.

Game crashes with window "Wait for the program to respond"

Need use 4GB patch[23]
  1. Download the NTCore 4GB Patch.
  2. Apply the patch to csgo.exe
This does not lead to a VAC ban account.[citation needed]
Delete appcache

If you get this error message without have used any 3rd party applications, this quick fix should solve your issue.

  1. Shut down Steam.
  2. Go to <Steam-folder>.
  3. Delete the folder appcache.

Game crashes without an error message when loading into a server

Reduce in-game resolution[citation needed]
  1. Before joining a server, set the resolution in-game down to the first lower setting.
  2. Once connected, set the game resolution back to the previous one. This does not need to be redone until the game is closed.

Error 55

Opt out of the Steam beta client[24]
  1. Open the Steam menu at the top left in the Steam Client and click on Settings.
  2. Click Account at the left hand of the window.
  3. Go to the 'Beta participation' (it will say 'Steam Beta Update' if you opted in) and click Change....
  4. Open the drop-down menu and change it to None - Opt out of all beta programs.
  5. Click OK.
Re-enable the Steam service[25]
  1. Exit Steam.
  2. Type C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\bin\Steamservice.exe /Install at the Run prompt.
  3. Restart Steam.
Delete ClientRegistry.blob and AppUpdateStats.blob[26]
  1. Go to <Steam-folder>.
  2. Delete ClientRegistry.blob and AppUpdateStats.blob.

Failed to find and connect to an acceptable dedicated server

Add the Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Steam executables to firewall exception lists[citation needed]
Adjust your maximum acceptable ping to official servers[citation needed]
  1. Type mm_dedicated_search_maxping "150" in your game console.

Notes

You might want to add the above command to your autoexec.

Game crashes on start

Delete <path-to-game>\csgo.exe and "verify integrity of game files" in properties of the game on Steam
Make sure <path-to-game>\csgo.exe has no compatibility modes applied

Steam constantly asks for admin permissions on start

Using the Command Prompt or PowerShell, execute the reg add HKLM\SOFTWARE\Valve\Steam\Apps\730 /v directx /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f /reg:32 command

"No user logon"

When playing in offline mode, make sure Internet access is disabled in the operating systems.

Black screen on launch, but audio can still be heard

Launch the game with the -disable_d3d9ex parameter[27]
Launch the game with the -fullscreen parameter[28]

30 FPS cap after Windows 10 Anniversary Update

Some people report that games run worse (not only CS:GO). It is also known that the AU update broke graphics card drivers.
An update for the game was released which added a warning for users who have XboxDVR enabled.
Disable Game Bar[citation needed]
  1. Open the Settings App
  2. Select the "Gaming" section
  3. Set "Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcast using Game Bar" to off

Purple and black broken textures

A generic fix for this issue can be found on our Source engine page.

Some maps are way too dark on Intel HD GPUs

Maps using ambient occlusion (e.g. de_lake, de_canals, ar_baggage) can be very dark on Intel HD Graphics.

A generic fix for this issue can be found on our Source engine page.

Game changes microphone gain at launch

Modify configuration file[29]
  1. Go to the configuration file(s) location.
  2. Open config.cfg.
  3. Find the line voice_mixer_volume, it should be near the bottom of the file. If the line doesn't exist you may create it.
  4. Set the value to -1.

Notes

Removing the line does not work.
Disable exclusive control of microphone (Windows)[30]
  1. Right click on the speaker icon located at the tray bar.
  2. Select Recording devices.
  3. Double click on your microphone in the newly opened window.
  4. Go to Advanced and untick Allow applications to take exclusive control of this device.

Notes

Most applications ignore this, and many users are reporting that it does not work.

FPS drops and/or stuttering of sound / var value jumps

Add launch parameter in Steam +cl_disablehtmlmotd 1 and/or alternatively -no-browser[31]

Screen not stretching on AMD graphics card

Disable Integer Scaling in the AMD control panel

"Your graphics hardware does not support all features (CSM) needed"

The game will fail without Cascaded Shadow Mapping support.[32] Unfortunately the feature is hardcoded to be available only on the three common GPU vendors.[33]
Launch the game with the -force_device_id 0xffff -force_vendor_id 0x8086 command line arguments[34]
Try the other fixes in "High" shadow detail option is missing

Microphone not working on Arch Linux

Visit the archlinux Wiki[citation needed]

Rendering issues on AMD/Intel under Linux

Will be fixed in the upcoming Mesa 21.1
Currently it causes a breakage in a trust factor when using it, and players may be thrown into a match with cheaters.[35]
Run the game with radeonsi_clamp_div_by_zero=true environment variable

"Failed to verify signed files" error when trying the old demo viewer

This happens since Valve added game executable signature validation into the Steam client itself[36]
Disable Steam signature verification
  1. Open the Steam console (steam://open/console).
  2. Run the command verifySignaturesBeforeLaunch 0.
Run <path-to-game>\csgo.exe directly
If the game just closes after launch, try to validate the game files at least once.

Other information

API

Technical specs Supported Notes
Direct3D 9.0c, 9Ex D3D9Ex by default since 4/22/2019 update.[38]
OpenGL 2.1 OS X and Linux only.
Vulkan
Linux only.
Shader Model support 3
Executable 32-bit 64-bit Notes
Windows
macOS (OS X)
[37]
Linux
[37]

Middleware

Middleware Notes
Physics Havok Heavily modified variant.
Audio Miles Sound System, Steam Audio Version 9.3k. Uses Steam Audio for HRTF. Alternatively snd_legacy_surround="1" forces use of DirectSound (which makes posibility of injecting custom dsound.dll of e.g. DSOAL (with its own HRTF or w/o if alsoft.ini unpresent), IndirectSound, Creative Alchemy.[39]
Interface Panorama [40][41]Panorama
4.2.23 Scaleform is no longer used in latest updates
Multiplayer Steamworks
Anti-cheat Valve Anti-Cheat (VAC)

Console commands

Games running on the Source engine can utilize Source Engine Console Commands for various tasks.
Enabling the console in Source games[citation needed]
  1. Launch the game.
  2. From the main menu select Help & Options.
  3. Select the Game Settings menu item.
  4. Click the arrow next to Enable Developer Console (~) so that it says Yes.
  5. Click Back.

Notes

Press ~ to open the console. It might be necessary to rebind the console key if not using a US keyboard.
Some commands may first require enabling sv_cheats 1 in the console.
Many servers disallow the usage of cheats, or disable them upon entering the server.

Command line arguments

View this Steam Support Article regarding launch options as well as the relevant Valve Developer wiki page for further information and a list of useful Source engine launch options.
Example of an advanced autoexec.
Command Output
-novid Skip intro videos.
-no-browser Disables video ads.
-console Opens the console at startup.
-fullscreen Forces the game to run in fullscreen mode.
-d3d9ex Forces D3D9Ex renderer (default since 2019).
-nod3d9ex or -disable_d3d9ex Forces the use of D3D9 renderer for troubleshooting or performance boost on weaker systems.
-vulkan Forces Vulkan renderer.
-freq x OR -refresh x Sets refresh rate / frequency.
-nojoy Disables joystick support.
-tickrate [number] Sets tickrate of custom server to a given value.

System requirements

Windows
Minimum
Operating system (OS) 7, 8.1, 10
Processor (CPU) Intel Core 2 Duo E6600
AMD Phenom X3 8750
System memory (RAM) 2 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 8 GB
Video card (GPU) 256 MB of VRAM
DirectX 9.0c compatible
Shader model 3.0 support
Windows XP and Vista were previously supported, but as future updates for this game and Steam occurred, the support was dropped.
macOS (OS X)
Minimum
Operating system (OS) 10.7 (Lion)
Processor (CPU) Intel Core Duo 2.0 GHz
System memory (RAM) 2 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 8 GB
Video card (GPU) ATI Radeon HD 2400
Nvidia GeForce 8600M
A 64-bit operating system is required.
Linux
Minimum
Operating system (OS) Ubuntu 12.04
Processor (CPU) Intel Dual Core 2.8 GHz
AMD Dual Core 2.8 GHz
System memory (RAM) 4 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 8 GB
Video card (GPU) ATI Radeon HD 2600/3600
Nvidia GeForce 8600M/9600GT
OpenGL 2.1 compatible
Sound (audio device) OpenAL compatible
Other Graphic Drivers: Nvidia 310, AMD 12.11
A 64-bit operating system is required.


References

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  2. 2.0 2.1 Command Line Options - Valve Developer Community
  3. HUD Scaling in Multimonitor Setups - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
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  11. "cl_join_advertise 2" lets your friends join the community server you are playing on without an invitation.: GlobalOffensive
  12. Static Sounds (G35 Surround) - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
  13. Potential fix for those experiencing FPS lag and stuttering: Updating your RealTek drivers: GlobalOffensive
  14. Verified by User:deton24 on 2019-11-30
    Eventually you can use HeSuVi instead or DSOAL (see Audio>Middleware)
  15. Verified by User:deton24 on 2019-11-30
  16. Verified by User:deton24 on 2019-11-30
    It won't increase FPS, but it can make it smoother. May cause negative effect on high and stable FPS.
  17. https://www.dailyesports.gg/new-csgo-framerate-bug-has-players-wary-of-the-latest-patch/
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  19. Verified by User:deton24 on 2019-12-06
    Tested thoroughly performance related commands presented in: a video along with commands from FPS benchmark, and listed worked the best.
  20. https://youtube.com/watch?v=ujyFRCXbKFI&time=240
  21. https://youtube.com/watch?v=ujyFRCXbKFI&time=80
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  25. Incomplete Installation (#) Errors - Specific Error Messages - Knowledge Base - Steam Support
  26. Error 55 yes if have switched beta versions 2 times now. - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
  27. Menu black screen but sound : GlobalOffensive - Reddit
  28. #NotAbleToPlayCSGO Launch and gives black screen but can still hear sound : GlobalOffensive - Reddit
  29. CSGO changing your windows mic boost level? here's a fix: GlobalOffensive
  30. kyoukidotexe commented on Why does CS:GO automatically change my mic volume when I start the game?: GlobalOffensive
  31. https://forum.pclab.pl/topic/1253747-csgo-problem-bez-rozwi%C4%85zania/page/2/?tab=comments
  32. File engine/cdll_engine_int.cpp from the leaked source code mentions CSM is required in CS:GO "for fairness".
  33. See materialsystem/shaderapidx9/shaderdevicedx8.cpp.
  34. [Question] vmware or not vmware... UnKnoWnCheaTs
  35. https://github.com/ValveSoftware/csgo-osx-linux/issues/2630
  36. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive » Release Notes for 5/2/2017
  37. 37.0 37.1 Counter-Strike: Global Offensive » Release Notes for 5/25/2016
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