If you want to instantly change the map you’re playing, you need to use the map command. Widely known as the CSGO change map command, you can use this resource to streamline your gameplay experience, by changing maps at will by simply entering a simple command.

On this page, you are going to learn what it is, how to use it and check examples on how you can implement it.

What is the map Command?

It is a command that allows you to change maps instantly. For example, you can change from Nuke to Inferno by simply inputting it via console and using “inferno” as the argument. It covers all the existing maps in CS:GO, allowing you to change locations easily at will.

Therefore, the syntax of this command is easy and straightforward: map [your-selected-map]. You only need to specify the map you want to load as the argument for the command, and it will execute instantly.

The only thing you need to worry about is using the correct map code. This is why it’s key to have a list of map codes at hand and learn the most popular ones, so you can input the command fast and easily, to keep the fun going without annoying interruptions.

Valve introduced this CS:GO command to make it easier for players to change maps. Instead of having to follow multiple steps, thanks to this command you can simply launch the developer console, type in “map + code” and press Enter to change maps instantly.

This command doesn’t require you to activate sv_cheats, as it won’t alter the normal mechanics of the game, and you can use it for the majority of available game modes without restrictions.

Now that you have been given a proper introduction about this command, let’s check how you can execute it via console, so you can start using this new resource.

How to Use the map Command

Using this command is very easy, and you can do it in only 5 steps via console:

1. Press the “~” key to launch the console
2. Decide what map you want to load in
3. Input map [map-code] 
4. Press Enter
5. The game will instantly load the new map

All you need to do is to replace “[map-code]” for the code of the map you want to load. For example, if you’re playing Inferno right now, and you want to change to Vertigo, you’d need to enter the command like this: map cs_vertigo. Simply press Enter and it will load Vertigo instantly.

You can use any available map to execute this command. As long as you use the right map code, the command will execute immediately, loading the new map and hence starting a new match.

This is all you need to do to use this command – and if you want to check more examples on how it’s implemented, below you will find a full list.

Examples on How to Use the map Command

Here you have a list of different examples on how this command is used in the game, so you can learn more about it.

Change Map to Assault

If you want to change your current map to Assault, you need to use the map code “cs_assault” as the argument for the map, which will result in the following: map cs_assault. Simply hit Enter and it will load Assault instantly.

Change Map to Subzero

If you want to load Subzero, you need to use its code as the argument for the map command, which will result in the following: map de_subzero. Then, just hit enter and it will load Subzero as your new map immediately. 

Change Map to Bank

If you got bored of your current map, and you want to play on the Bank map now, you only need to input the command like this via console: map de_bank. Just press Enter and the game will automatically load Bank, so you can keep playing.

Change Map to Train

If you want to change to the Train map easily, you need to use the code “de_train” as the argument for the command, which will result in the following: map de_train. Just hit Enter and it will load the new map automatically.

Change Map to Mirage

If you would like to change maps to Mirage, you need to use its map code as the argument for the map command, so you’d need to input the following via console: map de_mirage. Just hit Enter and you’ll be able to play on Mirage instantly.

Change Map to Shortdust

If you want to play the fast-paced version of Dust, you need to use its code as the argument for the map command, which will result in the following: map de_shortdust. Just hit Enter and the Shortdust map will load instantly, so you can keep playing.