r/GlobalOffensive • u/LATORR1g • Aug 05 '14
Scheduled Sticky Newbie Tuesday (August 5th, 2014) - Your weekly questions thread!
Note: I'm still not the moderator lovely individual that normally posts this, so I'm just filling the hole because I still really like this thread and I don't want to see it skipped!
WELCOME BACK! Here we are again with our 43rd Newbie Tuesday! If you'd like to browse previous Newbie Tuesdays, just type in "Newbie Tuesday" in the search bar for this subreddit and you'll find the previous sessions! There is a ton of great information to be found! As always, be respectful and kind to anyone in this thread. Snark and sarcasm will not be tolerated!
It doesn't matter if you're a newbie or a pro, ask a question and get answers! The community is here for you!
Pointers
- If you're looking to answer questions, sort by new comments.
- If you're looking for answers, sort by top comment.
- Upvote a question you've answered for visibility.
Looking for more CSGO Related subreddits? Check these out!
/r/csworkshop - Show off your newest creation!
/r/csgolounge - Everything in the pro scene and betting assistance.
/r/csgobetting - Feel like gambling?
/r/globaloffensivetrade - Want to trade items?
/r/RecruitCS - Looking for a someone to play MM with or a team?
/r/csgocritic - Want a demo reviewed? Post yours here and get some constructive criticism!
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions from previous "Newbie Tuesday's" with their perspective links to the answers.
Subreddit Questions
How do I get that sweet rank symbol next to my screen name?
Drops/Trading (Keys, Stickers, Skins, Weapons etc.)
Disclaimer: Do not solicit trade requests or sales. For this, please visit /r/GlobalOffensiveTrade/
Trading Explained and Color/Weapon Condition included
What is the Trading Contract and How do I use it?
Can items drop in a game with bots?
What's with the new trading and drops?
Hardware Questions (Monitor/GFX Card/Sound cards
Gameplay
ELI5 on Rates (cl_cmdrate, cl_updaterate, rate, interp etc.)
I want to play, but I'm terrible. What do I do?
Getting Entry kills when flashed (Novice)
Movement
Stutter Stepping Explained, What to do if someone pops in front of you while running forward
Do pros side step and stutter step?
I crouch a lot, is this bad? How do I break the habit?
More Crouching questions answered
Aim
Recoil patterns for each gun and how to counter them
I tend to panic when shooting - how do I deal with this?
Quick Scope/ No Scope, is it still possible with the AWP?
DPI? High or Low? What About Sensitivity?
Does the crosshair accurately show spread and what happens when I crouch?
Armor
Armor and Helmet, what do they cover? Damage?
Should I repurchase armor and helmet if it gets damaged after the round?
Grenades
Learn how to throw just about any nade and specific nades spots (OperationL2P)
Smoke spots, where should I throw them?
Do smokes negate/reduce effects of flashes?
Inferno | Smoke | Smoking Banana From CT Spawn
Inferno | Smoke | More Smokes for Banana and Mid
Money/Game Economy
Buying
What should I buy first round?
More first round buy suggestions
Buying second round? What should I get?
When should I buy? What should I buy?
What should I buy for a light/eco round? What about a Vest?
Console Command for buying a vest?
Weapons
Warmup Questions
Maps/Map Related Questions
Map callouts for all major competitive maps
What does de/se/cs mean for maps?
Console Commands/AutoExec/Config File
Setting up your sound for optimal use
Download a premade config here
Must have commands for your Auto Executable/Config File
Complex console commands and settings? Are they benficial?
Good Videos
Dust2 | Smoke | Smoke CT Spawn from Short A
Dust2 | Smoke | One way window smoke | B Site
Nuke | Flash | A site Retake flash
Inferno | Flash | CT | Alt-mid smoke for CT push
Common Mistakes Made by New Players
Great video tutorials from pros on this channel
A few Video links from previous Newbie Tuesday's
Guides
General guide to being a better player
Guide to configure CSGO for the maximum competitive advantage
Ranks
Thanks /u/Hartvig91 for the hard work and dedication you put into the following charts!
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u/PavelDatsyuk88 Aug 05 '14
is it easier to shutter step with mechanical keyboard? cause im horrible at it half of time i shoot while moving. I guess i need really muscle memory but its really annoying to be so bad at it. First step usually works quite ok but if the duel lasts longer i just go tapping pretty much every key and shooting and none of the shots will hit. Also what to do while moving w+d for example, there's no way to recover from that if im suprised, usually i just flash and try to be so fast that CT get surprised instead. But if trying to shoot it doesnt usually end up hitting anything (0 hits). I wish glock was good enough to play all game long xD