How to Install CS2 Workshop Tools for Map Making
Posted: Sat Jul 18, 2026 1:53 am
How to Install CS2 Workshop Tools for Map Making
Counter-Strike 2's authoring package includes tools for creating and publishing maps.
Install and launch the tools
The official Weapon Finishes Guide provides the installation steps:
According to the official Maps Workshop FAQ, the CS2 Authoring Tools package includes:
Download playable Workshop maps
To download an existing Workshop map, subscribe to it. The map is then downloaded automatically and added under the Workshop tab in the in-game map browser.
Sources and verification
Counter-Strike 2's authoring package includes tools for creating and publishing maps.
Install and launch the tools
The official Weapon Finishes Guide provides the installation steps:
- Open Counter-Strike 2's game options.
- Find and install Counter-Strike 2 Workshop Tools.
- When installation is complete, launch Counter-Strike 2 Workshop Tools.
According to the official Maps Workshop FAQ, the CS2 Authoring Tools package includes:
- Hammer, the Source level editor
- Command-line compiling utilities
- Face Poser
- Workshop Map Publisher
- Tutorial maps
- Prefabs
Download playable Workshop maps
To download an existing Workshop map, subscribe to it. The map is then downloaded automatically and added under the Workshop tab in the in-game map browser.
Sources and verification
- Counter-Strike Maps Workshop Frequently Asked Questions — Supports the contents of the CS2 Authoring Tools package, Hammer's role as the Source level editor, use of the Workshop Map Publisher, and automatic downloading of subscribed maps.
- Counter-Strike Weapon Finishes Guide — Supports installing Counter-Strike 2 Workshop Tools through the game options and launching the tools after installation.