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How to Install Steam Workshop Items on your CS2 Server

Want to enhance your Counter-Strike 2 server with new maps, game modes, or weapons? Installing content from the Steam Workshop is one of the best ways to customize your server and keep gameplay fresh. This guide will walk you through a simple, command-line-free method for installing Workshop items on your CS2 dedicated server.

Subscribe to Workshop Items in Steam

  1. Launch Steam and go to the CS2 Steam Workshop:
    https://steamcommunity.com/app/730/workshop/

  2. Search for the Workshop item you want (e.g., custom map, weapon skin, or game mode).

  3. Click the Subscribe button to download it locally.

Locate the Downloaded Workshop File

  1. Open your Steam installation folder (default path is typically:
    C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\workshop\content\730

  2. Inside the 730 folder, you’ll see a list of folders with long numeric names.

  3. Each folder corresponds to a different Workshop item. Match the folder by checking the Workshop ID from the item’s URL.
    files for workshop items

Upload the Workshop File to Your CS2 Server

  1. Navigate to the Server Files in your Counter-Strike 2 Panel.

    Using FTP: Connect to your dedicated server via FTP (FileZilla or another FTP client).

    • Locate the FTP/SFTP tab of your CS2 panel.

    • Select Enable SFTP.

    • Follow the steps from our FTP Guide.
      enabling factor

  2. Upload the entire Workshop item folder to the appropriate directory on your server.
    uploading maps workshop
    For maps, this is: /game/csgo/maps/
    Go to the Game Setting tab and enter +map mapname in the Starting Map Field.

    change map in cs2

  3. Restart your server to apply the changes.

Additional Tips & Troubleshooting

  • Update server configs: Some Workshop items may require changes in server.cfg, game.cfg, or mapcycle.txt to activate properly.

  • Check dependencies: Certain modes or scripts may require additional files—check the item’s Steam Workshop description for details.

  • Fix loading issues: If a map or item doesn’t load, make sure the directory path and permissions are correctly set on your server.

  • Restart after changes: Always restart your server after uploading new files or making config changes.

Conclusion

Installing content from the Steam Workshop is one of the easiest and most impactful ways to customize your Counter-Strike 2 server. Whether you're adding new maps, weapons, or full game modes, Workshop items can bring a fresh experience to your players. With Nodecraft's streamlined file management and SFTP support, uploading and managing custom content is quick and hassle-free. Just remember to restart your server after uploading or changing configurations to make sure everything loads properly.

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