Counter-Strike 2 is a team-based shooter game. One team fights against the other, and damage should only be dealt to the opposing team. Shooting at teammates is prohibited, especially in competitive mode, where dealing too much damage to teammates will result in the player being kicked from the match.
For beginners, the game provides a reminder not to shoot at teammates. This is displayed as a red crosshair when aiming at a teammate.
However, for experienced players, this warning can be distracting. Below, we’ll explain how to disable the red crosshair in CS 2.
Disabling the Red Crosshair via Console
The first way to disable the warning is by using a console command. To do this, open the console (default key ` or ~) and enter the following command:
Disables the red cross:
A value of 0 or false disables the red cross. To restore it, set the value to 1 or true in the command.
Disabling the Red Crosshair via In-Game Settings
The second method is to disable it through the game settings.
- Click on the gear icon in the top-left corner of the screen to open the settings menu.
- Go to the "Game" tab.
- Find the "Crosshair" section.
- In the "Friendly Fire Reticle Warning" setting, select the value "Always Off".
To re-enable the warning, repeat the same steps and select the value "Always On".
Conclusion
Now you know two ways to remove the red crosshair when aiming at teammates in CS 2. This will help you focus on the game without unnecessary distractions.
We also recommend checking out our other guides, where you’ll find useful tips and settings for a more comfortable CS 2 experience.
