COUNTER-STRIKE 2 / UTILITY

Utility

Smokes, flashes, HE, molotovs, decoys and retake sequencing.

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REFERENCE / UtilitySmoke Grenade

Volumetric smoke blocks sightlines, changes under explosions and alters as it interacts with nearby space.

REFERENCE / UtilityFlashbang

A flash disrupts vision when opponents see the detonation; angles, cover and timing determine effectiveness.

REFERENCE / UtilityHigh Explosive Grenade (HE)

The HE grenade applies burst damage to nearby players; positioning and timing matter more than cosmetic appearance.

REFERENCE / UtilityMolotov

Terrorist fire grenade controls space over time and can force an opponent from cover.

REFERENCE / UtilityIncendiary Grenade

CT fire utility denies access and can buy time for a rotation; fire duration and balance can change with patches.

REFERENCE / UtilityDecoy Grenade

A cheap deceptive audio cue can distract opponents or support a fake, but experienced teams consider context.

REFERENCE / UtilityUtility sequencing

Layered smoke, flash and fire timing creates a short safe window for an execute or retake.

REFERENCE / UtilityCounter-utility

Defenders can answer smoke and flashes with their own grenades, positioning or re-peeks.

REFERENCE / UtilitySmoke gap discipline

Smoke boundaries and temporary gaps allow surprise contacts; a clear edge can change without warning.

REFERENCE / UtilityPost-plant utility

After planting, grenades can deny defuse contact and defend an approach, especially when the bomb is placed for cover.

REFERENCE / UtilityRetake flash

A well-timed retake flash gives defenders a synchronized chance to clear site positions after the bomb is planted.

REFERENCE / UtilityLineup verification

Grenade paths depend on map geometry, player position and patches; a text guide cannot promise a permanent lineup.

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