playdemo
Plays a demo file.
playdemo <file>
How to use it
- Turn on the console under Settings, Game, Enable Developer Console.
- Press the key under Esc to open it.
- Type playdemo <file> and press Enter.
FAQ
Does playdemo need sv_cheats?
No. playdemo is not cheat-protected in CS2's command list, so you can use it in any game.
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Revision history
- First published. Every command checked against CS2's own cvar and command list (SteamDatabase dump b73cfdeb35, 28 Oct 2026).