: Renders a "glow" effect around player models, making them visible through walls and solid objects.
Extra Sensory Perception (ESP) is the most common feature, allowing players to see information not normally visible.
: Automatically stops the player's movement the moment they fire to maximize weapon accuracy without manual counter-strafing.
: Automatically fires the weapon the instant an enemy crosses the player's crosshair.
Using these features carries significant risks and often leads to permanent account loss.
Advanced cheats manipulate game physics or server communication.
: Draws 2D or 3D bounding boxes around players, often displaying their name, health, and currently held weapon.
Cheating in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) and its successor Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) involves third-party software that manipulates game data to provide unfair advantages. These features are broadly categorized into visual aids, aiming assistance, and movement or server exploits. Core Visual Features (ESP & Wallhacks)