Best custom maps in CS2: Aim training, crosshair, 1v1, more

Nikhil Bahuguna
Terrorist in CS2 firing AK-47 in Overpass's B Site

Apart from the maps in CS2’s active pool for Premier, Competitive, and other modes, you can install and play custom maps as well. Here are the best custom maps in CS2’s Workshop that you can subscribe to for aim training, finding the best crosshair, 1v1, and more.

CS2, ever since its release, has become Valve’s biggest FPS title, solidifying its place at the top of the Steam Charts. While the Counter-Strike franchise is famous for its defuse game modes and iconic maps like Dust 2, it also allows players to hop into custom maps through Workshop.

Whether you’re looking to practice your aim, find a new crosshair, or master surfing and bunny hopping in CS2, custom maps enable you to experience more than matchmaking. However, it’s essential to install the maps that’ll help you progress in the best way possible.

With that in mind, here are the best custom maps in CS2.

Best custom maps in CS2’s Workshop

The ratings determine the best custom maps in CS2’s Workshop. The maps in the Steam Workshop have different purposes, even allowing players to play inactive maps like Cobblestone and more. Many of these custom maps are also available on the server browser in the game, enabling you to play them with other players online.

Keep in mind that the Workshop maps were introduced on November 3, 2023, in CS2 and while there are several hundred custom maps available, many are still being reworked or ported from the previous title.

Best custom maps in CS2 for aim training

The best custom maps in CS2 for practicing your aim allow you to shoot moving or still targets, spread out across various ranges.

Aim Botz – Aim Training

Using an AK in Aim Botz custom map for CS2
Make sure to select the finite ammo option if you wish to practice spraying in Aim Botz.

Aim Botz was one of the most familiar maps to warm up or practice your aim in CS:GO, and can be launched in CS2 as well. It’s one of the easiest custom maps to train your aim in CS2. You can use any weapon in the game, change the movement of the bots, practice your spray control, and more on Aim Botz. 

CSStats Training Map

CSStats aim training map options
CSStats aim training map has a simple settings panel.

Another popular aim training map in CS2, CSStats allows players to practice shooting in three different modes. While the Range mode in CSStats is similar to Aim Botz, the Rush and Shuffle modes provide a much more realistic practice, that can help you in your matches.

Best custom map in CS2 for crosshair

crashz’ Crosshair Generator v4

Professional player crosshairs panel in crashz' Crosshair Generator v4 for CS2
You can shoot at the player crosshairs to instantly get it for yourself in crashz’ Crosshair Generator v4.

crashz’ Crosshair Generator v4 has been one of the most popular custom maps in the community for years now, similar to Aim Botz. Using this map, you can find the perfect settings for your CS2 crosshair.

To save you some trouble, the map also showcases crosshairs used by professional players on one of the walls and allows you to shoot bots to ensure your new crosshair is the right fit for you.

Best custom maps in CS2 for 1v1

If you’re looking to challenge your friends to a 1v1 in CS2, you can do so on maps built for this purpose. Here are the best custom maps in CS2 for 1v1:

aim_redline_fp

aim_redline_fp custom map in Steam Workshop for CS2
aim_redline has a few boxes in front of each spawn, providing cover for the 1v1.

aim_redline has a simple layout, perfect for players challenging others for a duel. Additionally, you can also invite as many players as you want if you wish to do 1v2, 2v2, or more.

1v1 – Remastered

1v1 - Remastered custom map in CS2
You can 1v1 and even play Casual and Competitive modes on this map.

1v1 – Remastered is a small map with an easy-to-understand design, allowing CS2 players to play 1v1 against others in the lobby. The map has a few walls for cover near each spawn but the mid area is entirely open, with just an elevated platform.

Best custom maps in CS2 for bhop, KZ & Surf

Bhop and KZ maps allow you to practice your movement, especially strafing, in CS2 and surfing can be a fun and relaxing thing to do in between the ranked matches. Here are the best custom maps for bunny hopping, KZ, and surfing in CS2:

bhop_emevaelx3

bhop_emevaelx3 custom map in CS2
You can subscribe to higher-difficulty bhop maps once you’ve mastered the basic ones.

This is a great map for beginners to start bhop or bunny hopping in CS2 and if you find it difficult to time your hops, you can just hold down space to automatically jump as soon as you land.

KZ_HUB

KZ HUB map in CS2
The yellow arrow on top of a platform indicates where you need to jump next.

KZ_HUB allows players to practice jumping and strafing onto different platforms and displays their movement speed and number of attempts on the screen. Training your movement in CS2 will come in handy for jumps like the window to cat (mid-area) in Mirage.

surf_utopia_njv

surf custom map in CS2
Surfing not only improves your strafing but also helps you have better control over your mouse.

surf_utopia_njv is an easy map to surf in CS2 and will allow you to get the basics right before moving on to more challenging maps.

So there you have it! That covers all the best custom maps to play in CS2. For more content on CS2, make sure to check out the following:

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