Dust 2 callouts in CS2 (CSGO)

This guide shows the callouts of the Dust 2 Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) map. Mastering Dust 2 in CS2 requires understanding callouts for effective navigation and strategy in gameplay. This applies to both attacking and defending.

Dust 2 callouts table

Callout name and description are listed in the following table:

Callout	Description
A Short	Connects mid to the A bombsite. Popular among Ts for eco/pistol round rushes or A site pincer attacks.
T Spawn	Terrorist spawn point. Offers mid-view to observe CT movements towards B.
T Ramp	Ramp leading from T Spawn to B Tunnels. Specifically denotes the ramp, not the adjacent T Platform.
T Plat	Raised platform near T Spawn, overlooking B Tunnels. Features brick stacks for strategic positioning.
Outside Tunnels	Broad area outside B Tunnels near T Spawn. Encompasses a significant open space.
Upper B Tunnels	Section of B Tunnels stretching from T Spawn entrance to the B site chokepoint.
Lower B Tunnels	Section from Upper Tunnels stairs to mid-corridor, ending at mid archway.
Close	Left corner exiting B Tunnels onto B site. Critical for Ts to check due to its proximity and potential threat.
B Closet	Corner on B Site by the car, right from Tunnels exit or left of B doors.
B Car	Area behind the car on B site, between Tunnels exit and B doors. Distinct from Closet.
Fence	Fenced area on B Site, offering concealment from Ts advancing from Tunnels.
B Plat	Elevated area on B site, opposite B Tunnels exit. Key for bomb planting strategies.
Back Plat	Rear section of B Plat, used when a player is positioned at the far edge.
Big Box	Large box on B site, akin to Xbox in mid, situated between B Plat and the bombsite.
Double Stack	Two stacked boxes at B site center, distinct from B Window boxes.
B Default Plant	Preferred bomb planting spot on B site, nestled by the brick wall below B Window, adjacent to B Doors.
B Window	Elevated opening in B site's brick wall, accessed via stacked boxes. Vital for both defending and retaking B.
B Back Site	Area at B site's rear, viewed from Tunnels Exit. Extends behind boxes, bordering B Plat.
B Doors	Double doors connecting CT Mid to B site.
B Boxes	Boxes situated between CT Mid and B Doors, used for overseeing mid to B transitions.
Scaffolding	Building materials beside B Window, offering strategic vantage points for mid to B pushes.
CT Mid	Space linking B Site, Mid, and CT Spawn. Located behind mid doors, adjacent to CT Spawn.
Mid Doors	Mid's double doors.
Close Mid Doors	Corner right of Mid Doors from Mid to CT Spawn. Known as 'Hiko' after a notable play by the pro player.
Xbox	Mid box near doors, facilitating access to Catwalk and A Short. Opposite Lower B Tunnels exit.
Mid	Central map area from Mid Doors to Top Mid, typically defined by its sloping terrain.
Palm	Area near Catwalk's top, once home to a palm tree, now featuring a telephone mast.
Right Side Mid	Indented area on Mid's right when viewed from Mid Doors towards T Spawn, primarily called by CTs.
Top Mid	Upper Mid area, linking Suicide with Mid.
Suicide	Pit for quick access from T Spawn to Top Mid, risky due to potential AWPers.
Outside Long	Open space outside Long Doors on T side, linking T Spawn to Long Doors and A Long.
Long Doors	Double Doors from Outside Long to A Long.
Blue	Large blue crate opposite A Long Doors.
Side Pit	Ground area between Pit and A Long Doors, transitioning to Pit as terrain slopes.
Pit	Sloped area outside Long Doors, ending at A Long, offering concealment from A Site.
Pit Plat	Right platform of Pit when viewed from its base, providing sniping angles to A site.
A Long	Stretch connecting Long Doors and Pit to A Bombsite.
Long Corner	Building corner closest to Long Doors, a common CT hold against A Long pushes.
A Car	Area by the car on A Long's right, useful for overseeing A Short or Long.
A Cross	Exposed area linking A Long to A Site, visible from multiple angles.
A Ramp	Inclined path from A Cross to A Bombsite.
A Default Plant	Default A site bomb plant spot, optimized for visibility from multiple angles.
Barrels	Barrels set behind A Site, near mesh fencing.
Goose	Enclosed area behind A Site and Barrels, marked by a goose spraypaint.
Elevator	A Site Platform corner nearest to CT Spawn, used for boosting during retakes.
Short Boost	Dumpsters outside CT Spawn on A side, utilized for quick A Short boosts.
A Platform	Platform hosting A bombsite, spanning between the site itself and A Short.
A Ninja	Concealed spot behind A Short boxes for potential ninja defuses by CTs.
Stairs	Stairs linking Catwalk to A Short.
Catwalk	Mid-side walkway leading to A Short and Bombsite, starting at top Mid, ending at Short Stairs.
CT Spawn	Counter-Terrorist spawn area, located beneath Short.

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Most famous Dust 2 callouts

Top 10 CS2 callouts in Dust 2 map:

A Short: A pivotal area connecting mid to the A bombsite, crucial for executing strategies and rush tactics.
B Tunnels: Divided into Upper and Lower sections, this area is key for planning attacks or defenses on the B bombsite.
Long A: Known for its long sightlines, this area is essential for snipers and long-range engagements.
CT Mid: A strategic point for controlling mid and monitoring enemy movement, crucial for both teams.
Catwalk: This elevated path provides access to A Short and offers various angles for controlling mid.
Xbox: Located in mid, this area is vital for gaining access to Catwalk and strategizing mid control.
B Plat: An elevated area on the B bombsite, significant for bomb planting and site defense.
A Cross: The exposed space between A Long and A Site, a hotspot for firefights during site takes.
Pit: A declivity at the end of A Long, offering cover and strategic angles for defending A Site.
T Spawn: The starting point for the Terrorist side, sometimes used for sniping mid doors.

Gabriele from Clash.gg shared, “In my experience, mastering these callouts has been crucial. Particularly, A Short and Catwalk are game changers, as they offer numerous tactical advantages.”

Dust 2 callouts in CS2 (CSGO)

Dust 2 callouts table

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