sv_showimpacts
Draws a box where each bullet hits: red for where your client thinks it hit, blue for where the server registered it.
sv_showimpacts 1
Values
| Value | Effect | |
|---|---|---|
| sv_showimpacts 0 | Off | Default |
| sv_showimpacts 1 | Client and server impacts | |
| sv_showimpacts 2 | Client impacts only | |
| sv_showimpacts 3 | Server impacts only |
Examples
sv_showimpacts 1
How to use it
- Turn on the console under Settings, Game, Enable Developer Console.
- Press the key under Esc to open it.
- Type sv_showimpacts followed by a value and press Enter.
- To keep the setting, add the same line to your autoexec.cfg.
FAQ
Does sv_showimpacts need sv_cheats?
No. sv_showimpacts is not cheat-protected in CS2's command list, so you can use it in any game.
What is the default value of sv_showimpacts?
The default is 0. To reset it, type sv_showimpacts 0 in the console.
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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).