bot_add
Adds a bot. Give t or ct to pick the side.
bot_add t
Examples
bot_add t
bot_add ct
How to use it
- Turn on the console under Settings, Game, Enable Developer Console.
- Press the key under Esc to open it.
- Type bot_add [t | ct] [difficulty] [name] and press Enter.
FAQ
Does bot_add need sv_cheats?
No. bot_add is not cheat-protected in CS2's command list, but it is a server setting, so it only changes things on a server you run or an offline game.
More bots commands
Revision history
- First published. Every command checked against CS2's own cvar and command list (SteamDatabase dump b73cfdeb35, 28 Oct 2026).