CS2 RCON Admin Guide for Server Owners
Essential CS2 RCON commands for map changes, player management, match configuration, and server administration through the MANAfuel console.
Open the RCON Console
Navigate to your CS2 server in the MANAfuel dashboard and open the RCON Console tab. CS2 uses Source RCON on the game port (27015 by default) — the console connects automatically with your credentials. Type commands in the input field and press Enter. The console displays real-time server output including player connections, round results, and system messages.
Manage Maps and Game Modes
Change the current map with changelevel de_mirage or load a Workshop map with host_workshop_map <workshop_id>. Switch game modes with game_mode and game_type — for example, game_mode 1 and game_type 0 sets Competitive, while game_mode 0 and game_type 1 sets Casual. After changing the mode, restart the match with mp_restartgame 1.
Control Players
Kick a player with kick PlayerName. Ban by Steam ID with banid duration SteamID followed by writeid to save. Mute disruptive players with sm_mute PlayerName (requires SourceMod or CounterStrikeSharp). View all connected players with status — it shows Steam IDs, names, pings, and connection durations. For competitive integrity, use sv_cheats 0 to ensure cheats are disabled.
Configure Match Settings
Adjust match parameters on the fly: mp_maxrounds 24 sets maximum rounds, mp_overtime_enable 1 activates overtime, mp_startmoney 800 sets starting money, mp_freezetime 15 sets freeze time, mp_roundtime 1.92 sets round duration in minutes. Use mp_warmup_end to skip warmup immediately. For practice mode, enable sv_cheats 1 and sv_infinite_ammo 1.
Monitor Server Health
Check server performance with stats to see CPU usage, FPS, and player count. Use net_status for network statistics. View the current configuration with the relevant show command for each setting. Bob monitors your CS2 server continuously and surfaces performance alerts if the server tick rate drops or if VAC authentication issues occur with connected players.