Inferno
A map that rewards coordinated utility usage and teamwork. Tight chokepoints on banana and apartments create intense firefights that demand precise grenade work and trade fragging.
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Pro Competitive Stats
On Inferno, CTs win 51.2% of rounds — a balanced map at the pro level. Aggregated from 2630 tracked matches across 16 teams.
The stronger side takes roughly 51.5% of rounds when sides are near-even. See all CS2 maps compared →
All Callouts (21 positions)
CT Side (10)
A Site
Main A bombsite with truck, pit, and balcony positions.
Pit
Sunken area near A site. Strong defensive position with low exposure.
Library
Building overlooking A site and short. Key defensive angle.
Arch
Archway connecting CT to A site. Primary rotation route.
CT Spawn
CT starting area with buy zone. Central position between sites.
B Site
Second bombsite in courtyard area. Vulnerable position requiring utility.
Construction
Elevated construction area near B. Strong position for site defense.
Fountain
Fountain area near B site. Cover position for B defenders.
Coffins
Coffin area between sites. Rotation and holding position.
Spools
Spool cover on B site. Common defensive position.
T Side (7)
T Spawn
T-side starting position. Central coordination point.
Banana
Narrow passage to B site. Primary B approach with key choke.
Top Banana
Upper section of banana near T base. Initial B approach.
Bottom Banana
Lower banana near B site. Final approach before site.
Second Mid
Second mid area connecting to A approaches. Alternative A route.
Apartments
Residential area leading toward A site. Primary A approach.
Boiler
Boiler room near B site apartments. Close-quarters position.
Mid Control (4)
Mid
Central area between alt-mid and arch. Map control position.
Mexico
Area between T apps and mid. Rotation and info position.
Hay
Hay bale area in mid. Cover position during mid fights.
Bridge
Bridge over mid area. Elevated crossing between areas.
Tactical Tips
Master banana control. B site access depends on winning the banana fight with utility.
Use molotovs aggressively. Clearing common positions with fire is essential on Inferno.
Trade kills instantly. The tight angles mean you must be ready to refrag teammates.
Learn arch-side smokes. Controlling arch access is crucial for A site security.
Play crossfire setups. The map rewards coordinated angles from multiple positions.
Common Strategies
T-Side Attack
Banana Control B Execute
Take banana with utility, smoke coffins and CT, molly spools. Execute B with full team commitment.
Apartments A Split
Take apartments, split through arch and short. Coordinate with players from second mid.
Fast B Rush
Full team banana rush with utility stack. Overwhelming speed before CTs can rotate.
CT-Side Defense
Banana Aggression CT
Push banana early with utility. Get info and damage before falling back to site.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the key callouts on Inferno?
- Inferno has 21 major callout positions organized across CT side, T side, and mid areas. Learning these callouts is essential for team communication during competitive matches.
- How should CTs defend Inferno?
- CT defense on Inferno should focus on playing tight angles, gathering early information with utility, and rotating based on T-side executes. Crossfire setups and controlled aggression help maintain site control.
- What is the best T-side strategy for Inferno?
- The best T-side approach depends on your utility and team coordination. Default setups that gather information before committing to a site are generally safest. Fast executes work best when you have full utility.
- How important is mid control on Inferno?
- Mid control is crucial on Inferno as it provides rotation options and map control for both sides. Teams that control mid gain significant strategic advantage in round planning.
- What utility should I prioritize on Inferno?
- Prioritize smokes for key choke points, flashbangs for entry support, and molotovs for clearing common positions. Full utility on Inferno typically costs around $1000-1500 per player.
- Is Inferno CT or T sided?
- Across 2630 tracked pro matches, CTs win 51.2% of rounds on Inferno versus 51.5% for Terrorists, making it a balanced map at the professional level.
- How often is Inferno picked in pro CS2?
- Inferno has an average pick rate of 13.1% and a ban rate of 28.8% across 16 tracked teams. The pistol round is won 51.7% of the time in the map's data sample.