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How to connect to a CS2 server by IP

There are three ways to join a Counter-Strike 2 community server: a connect link that opens the game for you, the connect command in the console, and the community server browser, where a server can be saved to favourites. This guide walks through all three using CSMIX servers as the example and lists what to check if the connection fails.

Method 1: the Play button on the site

Every server card on CSMIX has a Play button. It is a steam://connect link: the browser passes the server address to Steam, Steam starts CS2 and connects you to the server. You do not have to type anything.

The first time, the browser may ask for permission to open Steam - allow it. Steam must be installed and you must be signed in to it. Signing in on the CSMIX site is not required to join a server.

The button is inactive when the server is full or offline. In that case pick another server from the list or wait for a free slot.

Method 2: the connect command in the console

The console works for any server whose address you know. An address is the IP and the port separated by a colon, written without spaces.

  1. 1Open the CS2 settings, go to the Game tab and set Enable Developer Console (~) to Yes.
  2. 2Press the ~ key (on most keyboards it is under Esc). If nothing opens, check which key is assigned to Toggle Console in the Keyboard / Mouse settings.
  3. 3Type connect, a space and the server address, for example connect ip:port, and press Enter.
  4. 4Wait for the map to load. If the server needs extra content, such as a map or models from the Steam Workshop, the game downloads it by itself.
CommandWhat it does
connect ip:portConnects to the server at this address
retryReconnects to the last server you tried to join
disconnectLeaves the current server and returns to the main menu
statusShows information about the server you are on

CSMIX servers and their addresses

The list below shows the current CSMIX servers. The Copy button puts the ready connect command on your clipboard - paste it into the console with Ctrl+V. The Play button connects you straight away.

Each server also has its own page with the address, the current map and the players online.

All servers and IPs

Method 3: add the server to favourites

To avoid typing the address every time, save the server in the community server browser. The same list is also available in the Steam client under View - Game Servers.

On the CSMIX site, the heart on a server card adds the server to your favourites on the site.

  1. 1In the CS2 main menu press Play and open the community server browser (the globe icon).
  2. 2Go to the Favorites tab and press Add a Server.
  3. 3Paste the address in the ip:port form and confirm.
  4. 4The server now stays in the Favorites tab: select it and press Connect.

If the connection fails

Most connection problems come down to a few simple causes. Check them in this order.

CauseWhat to do
Wrong addressCheck the IP and the port: the address must be complete, with a colon and no spaces. Copy it from the site instead of typing it by hand.
The server is fullThe site shows the number of players and slots. Wait for a free slot or choose another server of the same mode.
The game is not updatedAfter a CS2 update, close the game and let Steam install the update. Right after an update a community server can be unavailable for a while, until it is updated too.
The game needs a restartClose CS2 completely and start it again, then use the retry command or the Play button. If the Play button does nothing, restart Steam as well.
The server is offlineAn offline server is marked on the site and its Play button is inactive. Try again later or pick another server.

Console commands and bindsSupport

Questions and answers

How do I connect to a CS2 server by IP?

Enable the developer console in the game settings, open it with the ~ key and type connect and the server address in the ip:port form. On CSMIX you can also press Play on a server card - Steam connects you by itself.

Where do I find the IP addresses of CSMIX servers?

In the list on this page and on the Servers page. Every server also has its own page with the address and the connect command.

The console does not open in CS2. What should I do?

Check that Enable Developer Console is set to Yes in the Game settings, and look at the key assigned to Toggle Console in the Keyboard / Mouse settings. On some keyboard layouts the ~ key does not work and another key has to be assigned.

Do I need to sign in on the site to play?

No. Signing in is not required to join a server. Sign in with Steam if you want a profile with stats, the skin changer and collections.

Why is the Play button inactive?

The button is switched off when the server is full or offline. Choose another server or wait for a free slot.