CS2's economy system is a crucial element that determines team success through strategic resource management. Players start with $800 and can accumulate up to $16,000 through various actions and round outcomes.

Money Earning Methods:

• Kill Rewards:
  • Submachine guns: $600 ($300 for P90)
  • Pistols: $300 ($100 for CZ-Auto)
  • Shotguns: $900
  • Assault rifles: $300
  • Sniper rifles: $300 ($100 for AWP)
  • Machine guns: $300
  • Grenades: $300
  • Knife kills: $1,500

Round Rewards:

• CT Victory:
  • Enemy elimination/time expiry: $3,250
  • Bomb defusal: $3,500 (+$300 for defuser)
• T Victory:
  • Bomb explosion: $3,500 (+$300 for planter)
  • Enemy elimination: $3,250
• Loss bonuses: Start at $1,400, increase by $500 per consecutive loss (max $3,400)

Buy Strategies:

• Full Eco: Minimal purchases (under $2,000)
• Half Buy: Basic weapons and limited utilities
• Full Buy: Complete loadout with best equipment
• Force Buy: Spend all available money
• Hero Buy: One player fully equipped, others save

Economic Management Tips:

• Plan purchases based on team economy
• Share weapons with teammates
• Save strategically for future rounds
• Communicate buying decisions
• Consider enemy economic status

Smart Spending Guidelines:

• Prioritize utility items when needed
• Coordinate defuse kit purchases (CT side)
• Make informed decisions based on enemy arsenal
• Use grenades strategically
• Balance individual and team needs

Success in CS2 relies heavily on proper economic management and team coordination. Understanding these principles enables better decision-making and increases chances of victory.

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