Question 1

How far can enemies hear my footsteps in CS2?

Accepted Answer

Running footsteps in CS2 are audible up to 800 units (approximately 20.3 meters) in open air. Shift-walking (crouching while walking) makes footsteps completely silent.

Question 2

How far does an AWP shot travel in CS2?

Accepted Answer

AWP shots are map-wide — the entire enemy team can hear them regardless of distance. It is the loudest weapon in Counter-Strike 2.

Question 3

Can enemies hear me reloading in CS2?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Weapon reloads are audible up to 550 units (approximately 14 meters). Always reload behind cover or during a smoke.

Question 4

Does the bomb plant sound travel far in CS2?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the C4 bomb plant and defuse sounds travel 1050 units (approximately 26.7 meters), making them audible from most positions on a site.