Managing AI Players
By default, Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) servers are often configured to fill vacant slots with AI-controlled bots to ensure teams remain balanced. While useful for casual environments, many community owners prefer a pure human-vs-human experience to maintain competitive integrity and reduce unnecessary server CPU load. The FREAKHOSTING Game Panel provides the tools to either restrict bot behavior or remove them entirely from your world.Difficulty
Beginner
Time
3 Minutes
Global Bot Restriction
To permanently prevent bots from spawning on your server, you must modify the engine’s quota variable within your configuration.Access the File Manager
Log in to your FREAKHOSTING Game Panel and navigate to the File Manager in the sidebar.
Update Bot Quota
Find the line for
bot_quota. If it is missing, add it to the file. Set the value to 0 to disable automated spawning entirely.Real-Time Administrative Actions
If bots are currently occupying slots in your active session and you wish to remove them without initializing a full server reboot, use the following console commands.- Mass Removal
- Manual Spawning
Execute
bot_kick in your console to immediately disconnect every AI entity from the server.Technical Performance Note
Bots use significant CPU resources for pathfinding and decision-making logic. Disabling them on high-tickrate servers (such as 128-tick) can lead to improved overall performance and more consistent frame times for your human players.Need Extra Help?
If you encounter any issues, our support team is ready to assist:- Live Chat: Quick assistance via our website.
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Last Updated: January 2026 | CS2: Human-only experience active.