When watching professional team matches, it's not always clear to identify the role of the support player in the game. All players know the necessary grenades for the maps and similar tactics. However, today we will discuss what type of weaponry support players should use in Counter-Strike 2, as well as the general style of play they should adopt.

Basics

It has become common for the role of support in a team to be taken by the captain, as in 90% of cases, the captain does not have good statistics due to constantly monitoring the situation. Therefore, they are ready to sacrifice their own money and buy someone an AK-47, while keeping a MAC-10 for themselves.

This applies to captains like Aleksib "Aleksib" Virolainen, Dan "apEX" Madesclaire, or Rasmus "HooXi" Nielsen. Their primary statistics leave much to be desired, but this does not prevent them from winning championships. They excel in their role as captains.

The most important thing for a support player is to take non-aggressive positions, where even against a fully equipped opponent, the player in this role can easily fend off enemy advances. Examples include the Hut on Nuke, Long on Ancient, or site B on Vertigo. But this applies to the defensive side.

On the offensive side, the support must know all possible grenades for the map to provide timely and fast flashes and smokes for their teammates. The support can either lead the charge as a decoy to attract opponents' attention or be at the very end, assisting with grenades. However, this doesn't mean the support baits their teammates and avoids hotspots – their main task is to distribute grenades.

Budget Distribution

Firstly, it's important to note that if you have enough money for armour, a helmet, an AK-47 or M4A4, and all grenades, make sure all your allies have enough funds to buy equipment. If you have enough resources, take the best for yourself – an AK-47 or M4A4, armour, helmet, and a full pack of grenades.

But what should you do when you need to drop a weapon for an ally, but funds are limited? Remember, you're playing as a support and give the drop. Then, you can forego full armour to save $350. Playing without armour is risky, as getting hit by even one bullet will cause your aim to shake wildly.

After that, buy the necessary grenades for the round. If there's no plan for the round, take at least one smoke and two flashes, then move on to choosing weapons.

In extreme cases, you can stay with just a pistol, as after all actions, you will still have the opportunity to pick up drops from fallen allies.

Which Weapons are Best Suited for Support?

Now let's delve into those rounds where funds are limited, and you need to maximise their utility. What weapons should you buy?

On the attacking side, the ideal choice would be the Galil, as it almost fully replicates the characteristics of the M4A1-S and costs only $1,800, which you should have in almost any round.

If the situation is even worse, the best option would be to turn to submachine guns. For example, the MAC-10, which costs only $1,050, is currently the best SMG in the game. Alternatively, consider the UMP-45 if you have performed well with it before. It costs $1,200.

A good alternative is to buy a shotgun, as incredible feats are achieved with shotguns in CS2. A surprise attack from around a corner or even just jumping out at an opponent with a shotgun leaves them no chance. The XM1014 is the best choice for such rounds.

In the worst-case scenario, you will have to settle for just a pistol. In such a case, choose the Tec-9 or Desert Eagle; the first costs just $500, and the second $700. Nonetheless, you can still be dangerous to your opponents.

Defensive Side

Finally, let's briefly discuss the CT side. Here, the situation is pretty much the same. The main thing is to buy grenades, and armour, and give drops to your teammates. Then you face the following choices.

If you play in positions like the booth on Nuke, take any shotgun, as one hit is enough to kill an enemy. Nova ($1,050), XM1014 ($2,000), or Mag-7 ($1,300) - all are suitable choices for you.

If you expect to encounter enemies at medium or close range, choose the MP9 or UMP-45 without hesitation. Remember to keep moving!

With these devices, you move quickly and can easily take down your opponents. Also, don't forget about jumping, as it's harder to hit you in mid-air, and the spread of these SMGs doesn't change much with movement.

When it comes to choosing pistols, consider the Five-SeveN, which costs $500, or the Desert Eagle for $700.

Conclusion

The role of support players is often inconspicuous on the server, but it remains one of the key roles in Counter-Strike 2. While it may seem that support often stays in the background, their skill with grenades remains top-notch, enabling them to win rounds without even encountering their opponent.