How to Use an FFA Server to Warm Up for CS2

A warm-up wakes up your aim and reactions before a serious match. Free-for-all (FFA) servers are good for this: constant duels, fast respawns and no waiting. New to the mode? Read what FFA means in CS2 first.

A 10-minute routine

1. Minutes 1 to 3: easy duels. Move slowly, keep your crosshair at head height and focus on clean first shots. Do not chase kills.
2. Minutes 4 to 6: spray control. Pick your main rifle and practice short bursts. Aim for controlled, not fast.
3. Minutes 7 to 9: reactions. Hold angles and take fights as enemies appear. Notice how quickly you adjust.
4. Minute 10: review. Check your settings and stop while you still feel sharp.

Habits to build

• Crosshair placement: keep it where enemies are likely to appear.
• Counter-strafing: stop your movement before you shoot.
• Positioning: avoid open spaces where several players can see you.

What FFA does not teach

FFA does not practice teamwork, economy or utility usage. Treat it as aim and movement practice, and train the rest in team modes.

You can try this on the ZATCHI Casual FFA server. Not sure how to connect? Use our connection guide.