CS2 Competitive Maps

Master all 7 competitive maps in Counter-Strike 2. Learn betting strategies, understand CT/T side dynamics, and discover which teams excel on each map.

11Maps
30Rounds Per Map
Dust 2

Dust 2

Side BalanceBalanced (50-50)
Difficulty
Beginner
AWP-heavy
Open sightlines
Classic
Mirage

Mirage

Side BalanceBalanced (50-50)
Difficulty
Beginner
Mid control
Default-heavy
Popular
Inferno

Inferno

Side BalanceCT-sided (55-45)
Difficulty
Intermediate
Utility-intensive
Banana control
Tight corridors
Nuke

Nuke

Side BalanceCT-sided (60-40)
Difficulty
Advanced
Vertical gameplay
Rotation-heavy
Complex
Overpass

Overpass

Side BalanceBalanced (50-50)
Difficulty
Intermediate
Connector battles
Water mechanic
Strategic
Vertigo

Vertigo

Side BalanceSlightly CT (52-48)
Difficulty
Advanced
Multi-level
Timing-based
Unique
Ancient

Ancient

Side BalanceT-sided (48-52)
Difficulty
Intermediate
Open sites
Cave control
Mayan theme
Anubis

Anubis

Side BalanceBalanced (50-50)
Difficulty
Intermediate
Egyptian theme
Wide angles
Tactical
Train

Train

Side BalanceCT-sided (55-45)
Difficulty
Advanced
Train cars
Open areas
Strategic
Office

Office

Side BalanceCT-sided (60-40)
Difficulty
Beginner
Hostage
Indoor
Close quarters
Italy

Italy

Side BalanceCT-sided (55-45)
Difficulty
Beginner
Hostage
Classic
Narrow streets

Understanding CS2 Map Pool

The CS2 competitive map pool consists of 7 maps, each with unique layouts, strategies, and betting considerations. Understanding map-specific statistics is crucial for profitable betting.

CT vs T Side Balance

Maps are classified by which side (Counter-Terrorist or Terrorist) has a statistical advantage. This affects:

  • Knife Round Importance: Winning knife round lets teams choose advantageous side first
  • Half-Time Scores: Expected score splits (e.g., 9-6 on CT-sided maps)
  • Comeback Potential: T-sided maps allow easier comebacks after losing first half

Map Veto Strategy

In Best of 3 (BO3) matches, teams ban and pick maps strategically:

  1. Team A bans 1 map
  2. Team B bans 1 map
  3. Team A picks 1 map (Map 1)
  4. Team B picks 1 map (Map 2)
  5. Team A bans 1 map
  6. Team B bans 1 map
  7. Remaining map is played (Map 3 decider)

Betting Tip: Check team map pools before matches. Some teams have 70%+ win rates on specific maps but avoid others entirely through bans.

Pro Betting Tips

  • •Check team's last 10 matches on specific map before betting
  • •AWPers dominate Dust2 - check player stats
  • •CT-sided maps favor teams with stronger defensive setups
  • •New roster changes hurt complex maps (Nuke, Vertigo) more

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