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A player with a Deagle in CS2.
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What is bob command in CS2 and how to use it

Not all animations are good.

Bob in Counter-Strike gives the game a more realistic feel by shaking your gun when moving. While some players appreciate the added realism, others find it distracting, so many turned it off in CS:GO and they’re now wondering whether they can use the bob command in CS2.

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Turning off bob (weapon sway) has been an option for as long as any Counter-Strike fan remembers, but CS2 lacked this control after release. Players spent months adjusting to the new bob settings; then Valve finally added a toggle.

What is the weapon bob command in CS2?

A player peeking in CS2.
Do not move. Image via Valve

The weapon bob command in CS2 is cl_usenewbob and here’s how you can use it:

  • Press the ~ key (next to the Esc key) to open the console in CS2.
  • Type “cl_usenewbob 0” to turn off the new bob in CS2.
  • To enable the new bob in CS2, open the console and type “cl_usenewbob 1.”

Can you turn off bob in CS2?

A player walking in CS2.
It gets better overtime.. Image via Valve

Yes, you can partially turn off bob in CS2. While there’s no option to completely remove the animation, you turn the new bob by using the “cl_usenewbob 0” command. When you use this command, you’ll reduce bobbing in CS2.

Some professional CS2 players choose to turn off bob to reduce distraction and improve their aim in the process. While it can introduce a slight element of visual noise, I believe it adds a layer of realism that enhances my experience. After countless hours playing CS2 with bob enabled, I’ve grown accustomed to it and don’t find it distracting.

Ultimately, the decision to turn it off comes down to preference and how it affects each player’s performance, so experiment with this setting before making a final decision.


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Gökhan Çakır
Gökhan is a Staff Writer and Fortnite Lead at Dot Esports. Gökhan graduated as an industrial engineer in 2020 and has since been with Dot Esports. As a natural-born gamer, he honed his skills to a professional level in Dota 2. Upon giving up on the Aegis of Champions in 2019, Gökhan started his writing career, covering all things gaming, while his heart remains a lifetime defender of the Ancients.