sv_gravity Command Counter-Strike

If you’re looking to host private matches where you can jump as if you were on the moon or feel as if you’re nailed to the ground like on Jupiter, you’ll need to use the sv_gravity command.

With the sv_gravity command, you can control how strong or weak gravity is in your private matches. This lets you have fun with friends or use it for training with bots.

We will teach you how to change gravity in CS GO with this command, and also share with you practical examples on how to use it.

What is the sv_gravity Command?

It is a command that allows you to set the world’s gravity, making it as strong or as weak as you wish. You only need to type in sv_gravity with your chosen value and the world’s gravity will change accordingly. 

This command impacts both players and movable objects, such as falling dead bodies. For instance, if you set gravity to 400, the body would fall much more slowly. Keep this in mind when adjusting gravity, as it affects the entire game.

Valve measures gravity in units/second^2, and you can use values ranging from -999 to 999999. By default, the sv_gravity command is set to 800, representing standard Earth gravity. Raising the value strengthens gravity, while lowering it weakens gravity. 

For instance, if you set it to 1600, gravity becomes significantly stronger, causing you to fall faster when jumping. On the other hand, setting it to 300 would result in higher jumps and longer airtime.

This command operates on the client side and requires activating sv_cheats 1 via the console. You can input it directly, and its effect will take place immediately. You can only type it in on the host server, so you need to either host the server or be the admin.

Therefore, because it’s a command that falls into the category of “cheat commands”, you cannot use it in competitive matches. It’s strictly reserved for private servers and matches.

During the CS 1.5 and CS 1.6 era, it gained immense popularity, particularly on maps like Assault. Now, it’s also available in CS:GO and CS2, allowing you to use it across various maps.

How to Use the sv_gravity Command

Here is how you can use the sv_gravity command to alter the world’s gravity in your private matches:

1. Press the key “~” to launch the console
2. Decide how much gravity do you want in the game
3. Type in the command sv_gravity “#”
4. Press enter
5. Enjoy playing with altered gravity

You need to replace “#” with your preferred value for gravity. If you want to set it to zero gravity, it’d result in the following command: sv_gravity 0. If you wanted to make it stronger to make it hard to jump, you’d need to use the command like this: sv_gravity 1800.

In the next section, we will explore different ways on how you can use this command by exploring real examples.

Examples on How to Use the sv_gravity Command

Here, we’ve come up with some real examples to show you how you can use the sv_gravity command in CS:GO and CS2.

Make gravity slightly weaker

This option is ideal for experimenting with the command without making extreme changes. For slightly higher jumps and a bit more airtime, you can enter: sv_gravity 600. This sets gravity to be roughly 25% weaker than the game’s standard gravity.

Make gravity much weaker

If you want bigger jumps and more time in the air, try this command: sv_gravity 400. It makes gravity 50% weaker as usual in the game. It’s one of the most popular use cases for this command in private matches, as it’s fun to use because you will have more time for shooting your enemies while in the air.

Make gravity extremely weaker

If you want to go all out and have super high jumps, plenty of time in the air, and slow descents like you’re on the moon, try this command: sv_gravity 200. It weakens gravity by 75% compared to the game’s normal gravity.

Set it to zero gravity

If you want to feel like you’re playing in space, just use this command: sv_gravity 0. It sets the game’s gravity to zero. If you want to jump, then there’s nothing else you can do because you won’t fall back to the ground. 

Make gravity slightly stronger

If you want to make jumping harder for everyone, with less time in the air and faster falls, but without making big changes, use this command: sv_gravity 1000. It makes gravity 25% stronger than the game’s normal gravity, making it harder yet playable.

Make gravity much stronger

If you’re ready to ramp things up with significantly stronger gravity, keeping everyone closer to the ground, use this command: sv_gravity 1200. It increases gravity by 50% compared to the standard setting, and here’s when things will become significantly harder.

Make gravity extremely stronger

If you’re aiming to keep everyone firmly grounded, almost eliminating the possibility of jumping, try this command: sv_gravity 2400. It makes gravity 3x times stronger, causing players to fall three times faster, keeping the game nailed to the ground.

Set it back to normal gravity

If you want to restore the game’s gravity to its default setting, simply enter the command: sv_gravity 800. This will revert the game’s gravity to match that of Earth’s.

Setting it to match the gravity of solar system planets

If you’re eager to further experiment with this command, you can set it to mimic the gravity of planets like Jupiter, Mars, and Venus. Here’s how to use the command for each scenario to achieve the desired effect:

Now you can create distinctive scenarios in your private matches. With the differences in gravity provided for each planet, you can already anticipate how the mechanics will function, so you can choose the one that better suits your needs and expectations.