counter-strike-2

Run a game with one map

$ [path/to]/cs2 -dedicated +map [de_dust2]

$ [path/to]/cs2 -dedicated +map [de_dust2] -maxplayers [64]

$ [path/to]/cs2 -dedicated +map [de_dust2] -ip [1.2.3.4] -port [27015]

$ quit

cs2 [options] [+commands]

Counter-Strike 2 dedicated server hosts headless game servers for multiplayer matches. It runs without a graphical interface and can be managed via console commands or RCON (Remote Console) for remote administration.
The server can be configured through command-line parameters, console commands, and configuration files. It supports custom game modes, maps, plugins, and administrative controls. Dedicated servers are essential for hosting competitive matches, community servers, and private games with specific rule sets.
Server performance depends on player count, tick rate, and available system resources. The dedicated server is distributed via SteamCMD and requires Steam authentication to run.

-dedicated

Run as dedicated server

Specify the map to load

Maximum number of players

Server IP address to bind

Server port (default: 27015)

game/csgo/cfg/server.cfg

Server configuration including hostname, passwords, game rules, and administrative settings.

quit

Shut down the server

Change to a different map

Show server status

Requires Steam and valid game files. Server hardware requirements depend on player count. Network configuration (port forwarding, firewall) needed for public servers.

steamcmd(1)