Communication in CS2 can significantly impact your gameplay. Here's how to set up and use voice commands effectively.

Setting Up Voice in CS2

1. Enable Your Mic:

• Open Settings (gear icon)
• Go to Audio tab
• Select "Press to Use Mic" for push-to-talk

2. Set Push-to-Talk Key:

• Navigate to Keyboard/Mouse tab
• Find Communication Options
• Assign preferred key (commonly "K" or "V")

Essential Voice Commands

voice_modenable 0/1

• 1 enables mic, 0 disables
• Default: 1

voice_scale 0-1

• Adjusts teammate voice volume
• Recommended: 0.7

voice_mute <Player #>

• Mutes specific player
• Use player number to target

voice_unmute <Player #>

• Unmutes specific player

cl_mute_enemy_team 0/1

• 1 mutes all enemy players
• Useful for competitive focus

cl_mute_all_but_friends_and_party 0/1

• Mutes everyone except friends/party

Advanced Voice Commands

voice_system_enable 0/1

• Toggles entire voice system
• Keep at 1 for normal operation

voice_recordtofile 0/1

• Records voice communication
• Saves to file for review

voice_reset_mutelist

• Unmutes all players
• Fresh start for voice settings

Quick FAQs

• To enable voice chat: Use console command voice_modenable 1
• Default push-to-talk key: Usually "K"
• Console access: Enable in Settings > Game > Enable Developer Console
• Voice commands work only when voice chat is enabled

Remember to maintain clear communication and use these commands to optimize your team coordination for better gameplay outcomes.

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