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Automating the Cycle

Keep your server environment fresh by automating the map rotation. By configuring a proper map cycle, the server will automatically transition to the next predefined location after a match concludes, ensuring consistent gameplay without manual intervention.
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4 minutesBeginnerJanuary 2026

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1. Creating the Cycle List

Create a new file named mapcycle.txt in your /game/csgo/ directory and list your desired maps line-by-line: 
de_dust2
de_mirage
de_nuke
de_ancient
de_inferno

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2. Server Configuration

Add these commands to your server.cfg to ensure the cycle is respected:
  • mp_match_end_changelevel 1: Forces the server to switch maps at the end of the round.
  • mp_match_end_restart 0: Prevents the server from simply restarting the same map repeatedly.

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Workshop Collection Notes

If you are using +host_workshop_collection, the server is designed to use the collection’s map list as a natural cycle. If the rotation becomes stuck, we recommend installing a third-party “Map Cycle” plugin for CounterStrikeSharp to enforce external logic.

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Last Updated: January 2026 | CS2: Rotation configured.