Ultimate Dust 2 Smokes Guide for CS2

Dust 2 is one of the most iconic maps in CS2, and smokes are essential for controlling key areas. Properly executed smokes allow T-side pushes, mid control, site takes, and retakes, while CTs use smokes to delay pushes, block vision, and secure retakes. This guide covers every essential Dust 2 smoke with tactical context, detailed lineups, and pro tips.

For map understanding and callouts, check our Dust 2 callouts guide.

Table of Contents

1. T-Side Smokes
   
   • Mid / Top-Mid
     
   • A Site (Long, Short/Catwalk)
     
   • B Site (Door, Window, Tunnel)
     
   • Mid-to-B Split
     
2. CT-Side Smokes
   
   • Mid Control
     
   • A-Site Defense
     
   • B-Site Defense
     
   • Retake Smokes
     
3. Common Mistakes & Pro Tips
   
4. Practice Routine
   
5. Tactical Integration & Strategies
   

1. T-Side Smokes

1.1 Mid / Top-Mid Smokes

Purpose: Deny CT vision, allow safe Short or Mid-to-B pushes.

Smoke	Position & Lineup	Throw Type	Tactical Use
XBOX / Mid-Doors Smoke	Stand in T-spawn corner near barrels, aim at top corner of the wall above mid doors.	Jump-throw	Blocks top-mid AWPs and CTs from seeing short or mid rotations. Essential for Mid-to-B splits.
Full Mid Coverage	Stand left of T-Spawn, align with the top-left edge of the window, run forward, jump-throw.	Jump-throw	Completely denies mid control for CTs, ideal for aggressive mid pushes.

Tips:

• Always coordinate with teammates pushing Short or B.
  
• Watch for CTs pre-firing; delay smoke slightly if enemies are aggressive.
  

1.2 A Site Smokes

Long / Cross Smoke

• Position: Stand near Long corner (T-side), aim slightly above left of the door frame.
  
• Throw: Normal throw.
  
• Use: Lets T cross safely to A, covering CT spawn and Long corner. Supports coordinated executes with Short/Catwalk.
  

Short / Catwalk Smoke

• Position: Stand near catwalk stairs, aim at far edge of the A-site wall.
  
• Throw: Jump-throw.
  
• Use: Blocks Short defenders’ vision and facilitates safe Short pushes. Key when Long is contested.
  

CT-Spawn Smoke for A Push

• Position: Stand near A ramp, aim at top corner of CT spawn building.
  
• Throw: Jump-throw.
  
• Use: Prevents CTs from rotating early or peeking cross while T plants. Ideal for executes and fake plays.
  

1.3 B Site Smokes

Smoke	Position & Lineup	Throw Type	Tactical Use
B-Door Smoke	Stand at B-tunnels entrance, aim at top edge of the door.	Jump-throw	Blocks CT vision, crucial for safe B-site entry.
B-Window Smoke	Stand near tunnel corner, aim at left window top.	Normal throw	Covers common CT peek points; allows plant and site control.

1.4 Mid-to-B / Split Smokes

• Mid-to-B Smoke:
  
  • Stand near T-mid spawn, aim at CT-spawn corner, run forward and throw.
    
  • Blocks CT rotations and allows Mid-to-B splits safely.
    
• Tactical Use: Essential for split executes, fakes, and coordinated team pushes.
  

2. CT-Side Smokes

2.1 Mid Control Smokes

• Purpose: Delay T pushes, block vision, and support rotations.
  
• Example: Smoke Top-Mid to prevent T-side peeks or fast Mid control.
  

2.2 A-Site Defense Smokes

• Long Corner Smoke: Blocks T cross from Long, giving CTs time to rotate.
  
• Catwalk / Short Smoke: Denies T Short control, ideal for delaying site takes.
  

2.3 B-Site Defense Smokes

• B-Tunnel Smoke: Delays B pushes; can combine with molotovs for maximum delay.
  
• Window Smoke: Covers common peek angles for CT defenders.
  

2.4 Retake Smokes

• Smoke CT-Spawn or Mid-Doors during retakes to isolate plant areas and force T rotations.
  
• Combine with flashbangs for high chance of site recovery.
  

3. Common Mistakes & Pro Tips

1. Timing Issues: Throwing too early or late reduces effectiveness.
   
2. Predictable Usage: Vary order and timing of smokes to avoid spam or pre-fire.
   
3. Improper Lineups: Practice exact positions to ensure full coverage.
   
4. Lack of Coordination: Combine smokes with flashes and molotovs for successful pushes.
   
5. Ignoring Round State: Use smokes differently depending on economy, aggression, or player positions.
   

4. Practice Routine

1. Load Dust 2 in a private server.
   
2. Enable infinite grenades.
   
3. Practice every smoke: position → aim → throw → landing verification.
   
4. Simulate full 5v5 executions with teammates.
   
5. Rotate smoke order and timing for unpredictability.
   

For guidance on practice commands, see our CS2 smoke practice guide.

5. Tactical Integration & Strategies

• T-side Executions: Combine Mid, Short, and Long smokes for safe site entries.
  
• Fake Plays: Smoke one site to mislead rotations and push the other site.
  
• CT-side Holds: Use smokes to slow T-side aggression, block vision, and support rotations.
  
• Pro Insight: Check out pro settings and gameplay to see how top players integrate smokes, e.g., s1mple CS2 settings or ropz CS2 settings.
  

Conclusion

Mastering Dust 2 smokes in CS2 transforms your gameplay. Knowing lineups, tactical use, timing, and coordination gives you map control, safer site takes, and higher success in both T and CT strategies. Practice consistently, integrate smokes with team plays, and you’ll dominate Dust 2.For a complete CS2 maps and callouts resource, see our CS2 maps guide.