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Economy Guide CS2

By XMasi

The economy in Counter-Strike 2 is a crucial element for success in matches. Managing it correctly will allow you to maintain a competitive pace and adapt your strategies to each situation in the game. In this guide, you'll find everything from the fundamentals of the economy to advanced strategies, including a specific approach for AWPers.

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Guide Index

Overview

Introduction

Rewards for Kills

Round Results and Economic Effects

Buying Strategies

Economy and Role of AWPer

Advanced Economy Strategies

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Conclusion

Comments

Introduction

The economy in CS2 determines your team’s ability to purchase weapons and utilities each round. Money is earned in various ways, such as:

Kills.
Round outcomes.
Actions related to the C4 (planting, defusing).

The key to mastering the economy is understanding when to buy, when to save, and how to maximize rewards.

Rewards for Kills

The money earned per kill depends on the weapon used:

WEAPONS

KILL REWARD

Pistols

$300

SMGs

$600

P90

$300

Shotguns

$900

XM1014

$600

Rifles

$300

AWP

$100

Grenades

$300

Knife

$1500

Zeus

$100

Tip:

SMGs These are excellent for anti-eco rounds as they allow you to accumulate money quickly.
Shotguns Ideal for tight spaces, they provide substantial economic rewards per kill.

Round Results and Economic Effects

EVENT

CONDITION

REWARD

Victory

Win the round

$3250 per player

Defeat (First)

Lose the round

$1400

Defeat (Consecutive)

For Each Consecutive Defeat (máx. 5 rounds)

+$500 per defeat, Up to $3400

Successful Planting

Exploding the Bomb

$3500 per Terrorist

Successful Defusal

Bomb Defused

$3500 per CounterTerrorist

Failed Planting (defeat)

The Terrorist Team Loses but Plants the Bomb

+$800 The Terrorist team

Death After Time (Terrorist)

Death After Time Expiry Without Planting the Bomb

Terrorist kill

For each Terrorist killed by CTs

+$50 to CT team

Tip:

In Tight Rounds, It Can Be More Strategic to Die Before Time Runs Out to Secure Income for the Next Round

Buying Strategies

STRATEGY

DESCRIPTION

WHEN TO USE IT

COST PER PLAYER

Full Buy

Buy rifle, full armor, and utilities.

When you have enough funds ($5000+).

$5000+

Eco

Buy little or nothing, usually cheap pistols.

To save money for future rounds.

$0–$1000

Half-Buy

Buy cheap weapons and gear.

To compete minimally while saving.

$1000–$3000

Force Buy

Spend all available money.

When you need to win the round.

Variable

Anti-Eco

Buy SMGs or shotguns to take advantage of the economy.

When the enemy is likely in an eco round.

$2000–$3000

Hero Buy

One player buys a rifle while others save.

When one player can "carry" the round.

$3000–$4000(Hero)

Details of each strategy

Full Buy:
Ideal purchase for coordinated teams.
Terrorists: rifles (AK-47), armor, and grenades.
Counter-Terrorists: rifles (M4A1-S/M4A4), defuse kit, and utilities.
Eco Round:
Completely saving prepares you for future rounds.
Useful in economic recovery rounds.
Pistols like the P250 are a good option.
Half-Buy:
Partial investment to fight the round and secure a full buy in the next one.
Example: buy Deagle + vest.
Force Buy:
A risky but necessary round when the team cannot afford to lose.
Usually includes SMGs, shotguns, and a vest.
Anti-Eco:
Ideal to maximize income when you know the enemy has no weapons.
Example: MP9, MAC-10, or shotguns.
Hero Buy:
One player buys full gear to try to "carry" the round.

Economy and Role of AWPer

EQUIPMENT

COST

AWP

$4750

Vest and Helmet

$1000

Grenades

$300 – $1200

Approximate Total Cost

$6000

Considerations for AWPers:

Prioritize Saving
An AWP costs $4750. Always make sure to have enough money to buy it.
Buy in Force Rounds
If you can’t buy an AWP, opt for the SSG 08 (Scout - $1700).
Saving After Lost Rounds
If necessary, saving the AWP for the next round can be more valuable than trying to win a 1vX situation.
Utility
Save smoke grenades and flashes to secure key positions and/or escape.

Advanced Economy Strategies

Double Eco Plan
If your team has very little money, save for two consecutive rounds to ensure a full buy in the third.
Stacking Sites
In eco rounds, group the entire team at a single site to increase the chances of success.
Fake Buys
Make the enemy believe you’ve bought rifles when you're actually on eco. This can confuse them and cause them to make bad decisions.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Buying Too Much
Spending in a lost round can ruin your team's economy.
Not Saving Weapons in Lost Rounds
It's better to save a rifle or AWP than to lose it while trying to win a 1vX.
Poor Utility Management
Using all the grenades early can leave your team exposed.

Conclusion

Managing the economy in CS2 is key to achieving success in each match. It is essential to coordinate purchases, manage resources, and adjust strategies based on the game's situations. By perfecting these skills, you can positively influence your matches and help your team maintain a competitive edge.

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XMasi [author] 15 Jul @ 8:10pm

🚨 UPDATED GUIDE WITH THE LATEST CS2 UPDATE! 🚨
💰 TEAM REWARDS FOR CTS 💰
Counter-Terrorists now get +$50 for every Terrorist killed! The bonus is split among all living CT teammates at the end of the round.

XMasi [author] 8 Dec, 2024 @ 1:01pm

true

TrashPandaGW 8 Dec, 2024 @ 12:56pm

yea but you mostly use it as a troll anyways

XMasi [author] 8 Dec, 2024 @ 12:44pm

I think it's going well, before the Zeus gave $0 and since it costs $200 it's fine that for a kill of $100

TrashPandaGW 8 Dec, 2024 @ 12:39pm

The zeus needs a buff or give it better money per kill

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