Round Economy Basics
Learn the fundamental economy rules and money flow in CS2.
Video Tutorial
Mechanic Overview
What is Round Economy Basics?
The economy system in CS2 determines how much money teams have to buy weapons, armor, and utility. Understanding money flow is crucial for strategic decision-making.
Why It's Important
Poor economic decisions can lose you multiple rounds in a row. Mastering economy management allows you to maximize your team's firepower and create strategic advantages.
When to Use
Economy knowledge applies to every round - from deciding when to buy, save, or force buy, to understanding opponent's likely economy state.
Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-Step Guide
Start each half with $800 (pistol round)
Win rounds to gain bonus money: $3250 for bomb plant, $3500 for round win
Lose rounds but survive to keep weapons and some money
Save money on eco rounds to afford full buys later
Coordinate team purchases for optimal weapon distribution
Pro Tips
Track enemy team's probable economy based on their recent results
Drop weapons for teammates who have less money
Buy utility even on eco rounds if you have extra money
Consider force buying after losing pistol to break enemy economy
Full save after losing second round to guarantee 4th round buy
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Force buying when team needs to save
Not coordinating purchases with teammates
Buying unnecessarily expensive weapons when cheaper options work
Not considering enemy team's economy
Saving money when team needs to force buy
Practice Methods
Warmup Drills
Play competitive matches focusing solely on economy decisions
Practice quick math to track team economy
Watch pro matches and predict their economy decisions
Training Maps
Competitive matches - Real economy pressure
Faceit/ESEA - Higher level economy coordination
Demo reviews - Analyze economy decisions
Real Game Practice
Pistol round loss: Save for third round or force second?
Won anti-eco: Full buy or partial buy with utility?
Lost gun round: Save everything or try to hurt their economy?
Advanced Techniques
Advanced Techniques
Loss bonus management: Losing strategically to maximize next round
Economic warfare: Forcing enemies into bad economic situations
Conditional buying: Buying based on teammate's money and roles
Situational Usage
Understanding when to break your own economy to win a crucial round
Managing overtime economics with different money rules
Eco round damage: Dealing maximum economic damage to enemy team
Performance Statistics
Master Round Economy Basics
Consistent practice of this mechanic will significantly improve your overall gameplay. Focus on building muscle memory through regular training sessions.