If you’re stuck in a doomed match or need to step away urgently, “kicking yourself” can seem like the least harmful exit. In CS2 there’s no instant self-kick button—but you can start a vote to kick yourself via console (your teammates still need to pass the vote). On private/community servers you can also use admin commands. This guide explains each method step-by-step, how votes work in Premier/Casual, what penalties to expect, and safer alternatives.
Quick take: In official matchmaking (Premier/Competitive/Casual), you can initiate a self-kick vote using the developer console. The kick only happens if your teammates vote Yes. In some cases (e.g., when four premade players are matched with a solo), CS2 rules limit who can be kicked.
Table of Contents
- Quick Answer & Important Warnings
- Method 1: Start a Self-Kick Vote via Console (Official Servers)
- Method 2: Ask a Teammate to Start the Kick (UI path)
- Method 3: Private or Community Server (Admin/RCON)
- What Happens After a Kick? (Rating, cooldowns, trust)
- Safer Alternatives to Self-Kick
- Troubleshooting & FAQs
Quick Answer & Important Warnings
- You can’t force-kick yourself instantly in official queues. You can only start a vote that teammates must pass.
- Abandoning (leaving without a kick) can trigger cooldowns. Kicks don’t magically protect you from consequences; Valve does not publish exact rating math, and reports vary—assume you won’t “avoid losses” by being kicked.
- Party-of-four limitation: CS2 protects solo queue players from being kicked by a 4-stack. In many cases that means your team can’t remove you even if you request it.
- Use this sparingly. Overusing the vote-kick system or provoking kicks can affect cooldowns and your reputation.
For a dedicated deep-dive on voting mechanics, also see: How to Vote Kick in CS2.
Method 1: Start a Self-Kick Vote via Console (Official Servers)
This is the most reliable way to attempt a self-kick in Premier/Competitive/Casual.
Step 1 — Enable the Developer Console
- Settings → Game → Enable Developer Console: Yes
- Press ~ (tilde) to open it in-match.
Step 2 — Find Your In-Match Player ID (userid)
In the console, type:
status
- Look for the line that shows your name and a userid (a small integer like 7, 12, etc.). Make a note of your userid.
Tip: If your server shows scoreboard indices next to names, you can also use that number; most guides and tools refer to this as the Player ID.
Step 3 — Call a Kick Vote Targeting Yourself
In the console, type:
callvote kick <your_userid>
Example:
callvote kick 7
- Your team will now see a vote to kick you.
- Teammates vote Yes (F1) or No (F2).
- If the required majority is reached, you’ll be removed.
Heads-up: On some teams (e.g., a 4-stack + you), the game’s kick-protection rules can block removing the solo player—even if the solo wants out. In those lobbies, self-kick may simply not be possible via vote.
Method 2: Ask a Teammate to Start the Kick (UI Path)
If you don’t want to use console—or your status output is confusing—ask a teammate to start the vote from the in-game menu:
- Press Esc → Call Vote → Kick Player
- Select your name
- Team votes F1/F2
This is functionally the same outcome as Method 1: a vote appears, and only if enough teammates vote Yes will you be kicked. (Again, the 4-stack protection can block this entirely.)
Method 3: Private or Community Server (Admin/RCON)
If you’re playing on your own server, have admin, or you’re on a community server that allows it, you can kick directly without a team vote:
Kick by userid
kickid <userid>
Kick by name (less reliable if names are similar)
kick “<player_name>”
Use status to see userids, then kickid to remove yourself (or anyone)—works only with the appropriate server permissions.
For more server-side guidance, you may also like: CS2 Dedicated Server and CS2 Port Forwarding.
What Happens After a Kick? (Rating, cooldowns, trust)
- Cooldowns/Abuse: Valve penalizes abandoning and kick abuse. Don’t assume self-kicks are a loophole—cooldowns and trust systems monitor behavior patterns.
- Rating/MMR: Valve hasn’t published the exact formula. Community experience suggests your rating adjusts based on your contribution up to removal; do not expect a self-kick to “save” rating. Treat self-kick as a last resort.
- Surrender vs Kick: If your team wants out together, a surrender vote may be more appropriate than removing a single player.
If your goal is to avoid a toxic experience (not to dodge a loss), consider the alternatives below.
Safer Alternatives to Self-Kick
- Mute & play on: Quickly hard-mute disruptive players and comms:
- How to Mute People in CS2
- CS2 Voice Enable Command
- CS2 Mic Not Working (fix your own comms so teammates don’t tilt)
- How to Mute People in CS2
- Use vote-kick properly: When there’s genuine griefing, harassment, or AFK, see How to Vote Kick in CS2.
- Practice instead: Jump into CS2 Deathmatch or community servers to reset.
- Technical issues? If you’re leaving due to crashes/freezes:
- CS2 Black Screen on Launch
- CS2 Freezing
- Unable to Establish Connection
- CS2 Black Screen on Launch
Troubleshooting & FAQs
Q: status doesn’t show a userid—what now?
A: Try reopening the console after a round begins, or ask a teammate to start the kick via Esc → Call Vote. On some servers the UI path is simpler than reading console output.
Q: Can I bind a one-key self-kick?
A: Avoid multi-command binds for vote/kick flows. CS2 updates have tightened input handling, and combining critical actions in one bind can fail. It’s safer to run the commands manually.
Q: Does being kicked protect me from penalties?
A: No guarantee. Valve detects abuse and issues cooldowns; rating effects aren’t publicly documented. Use self-kick sparingly and only for legitimate reasons.
Q: Can a 4-stack kick their 5th?
A: CS2 protects the solo player in a 4+1 team from being kicked. In practice that often blocks self-kick attempts in those lobbies.
Q: Can I rejoin after being kicked?
A: In official matchmaking, no—kicked players can’t rejoin that match.
