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Overpass Map: Main Features of the Map in CS 2 and Strategies for Playing on It

Overpass Map: Main Features of the Map in CS 2 and Strategies for Playing on It

One of the most vibrant and memorable maps, beloved by almost all Counter-Strike 2 players. The action takes place in a water canal and an overpass in the German capital, Berlin.

The "T" team has two objectives: either blow up the vehicle transporting secret military weapons involved in an accident or destroy the bridge support where the vehicle is located. The "CT" team must do everything possible to prevent the enemies from achieving these objectives.

This map is one of the most popular in CS 2, even rivaling Dust and Inferno cs2. This popularity is due to its balance, which gives both teams equal chances of winning a round.

Main Points on the Overpass Map

As with all competitive mode maps, Overpass features two main bomb sites: A and B. The A site is accessible through Long and Connector, while the B site can be reached via Short. However, these are not the only important locations on the map, and here are some other notable spots:

  1. Nines: A metal platform located at a height. Climbing it allows you to monitor everything happening in the B site area.
  2. Mid: The area accessed directly from the lower tunnels.
  3. Stone: A good hiding spot for players who just spawned on Long.

Attack Strategy for the "T" Team

There is no such thing as a 100% effective attack strategy. The essence of Overpass lies in the fact that attacking players cs2 must act based on the situation. However, experienced players recommend slow rounds, gathering information on enemy movements.

If possible, control the Connector, Toilets, and Water. If these areas are successfully controlled, the chances of winning the round increase significantly. Then, you can perform a fake rush to one bomb site, and if needed, rotate to the other. Even if the attack on one site fails, 25 seconds is enough to return and plant the bomb.

However, professionals sometimes use fast rounds. These involve a direct push to the B site, often without even trying to control Water. A fast smoke grenade deployment on key enemy positions and a full team push through Monster form the core of this tactic. But each "T" team member should know exactly which position they are responsible for in advance.

When attacking the A site, the main task for the attacking team is to take control of Toilets and Banana. You can access Long not only through Playground but also through Toilets. If a sniper is positioned there, you will have to fight them at close range, where you might have an advantage.

Once the mentioned positions are taken, proceed with the smokes and push the A site. But be aware that special forces can quickly rotate to the site either through CT or Connector. So after deploying the grenades, act swiftly.

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Defense Strategy for the "CT" Team

The defending team has a slight advantage over the attackers. According to official statistics, CTs win 53% of the rounds. Even a quick glance at the Overpass map shows that most key positions are more advantageous for defenders, and one of the bomb sites is located directly at the CT spawn.

Pro players use several defensive setups, with the appropriate one chosen based on the course of the specific round.

  1. 1-0-2-2 Tactic: A common setup where the CTs give up Mid. The player on Long plays passively and may rotate to the A site, providing crucial information. One player goes to Connector to watch the passage to Toilets, while another stays passively in Connector. This pair can regroup and rotate to either site as needed.
  2. 1-2-0-2 Tactic: A mirror strategy where the CTs give up Connector, but two players still hold Toilets. A sniper is placed on Long. The terrorists will likely have difficulty pushing the A site, so this strategy works well when the attackers have been very aggressive and applying pressure to A.
  3. 0-1-0-4 Tactic: Often used by NaVi. On the A site, one anchor gathers information and holds off any "T" team attacks. The rest of the CTs defend the B site, covering all key positions. If a sniper is used, they are usually placed at Help or Nines.
  4. 1-1-0-3 Tactic: A standard default setup. The player with the AWP in cs2 defends Toilets, while an anchor covers Long. The sniper may push into Toilets if needed, though this is risky. Pushing Connector is also recommended, as it makes it harder for the attacking team to predict.

Interesting Facts

  1. On the Overpass map, you can see a television tower that actually exists in real life. It's the Berlin TV Tower located in Alexanderplatz.
  2. Fnatic's team pulled off a unique trick involving a boost, and later, a sign referencing it appeared at the CT base.
  3. At the "Rabbit" position, you can see an iron door through which music from the game Portal 2 can be heard.
  4. On the B site, there is graffiti depicting a CT player defusing the bomb under fire. The player's back features wings. This is a tribute to the esports player Olof "olofmeister" Kajbjer, who defused the bomb before dying from a molotov during the ESL One Cologne 2014 tournament.
  5. In CS 2, the Overpass map features calendars with images of chickens, which players had previously seen in the Hungry Waters operation trailer. Additionally, there are containers with white paint that feature a Russian inscription, referencing Germany's past.