How to Watch Replays and Demos in CS2

Published: 2026-02-26 · 4 min read · Gameplay

Where to Find My Matches?

Click on the TV icon (Watch) in the main menu -> Your Matches. Click on a match and select "Download".

How to Control Playback

Once the demo loads, press Shift + F2 to open the Demoui. This lets you pause, fast forward, slow down, and skip rounds.

Watching Downloaded Demos (Faceit/HLTV)

Put the .dem file in your game/csgo/ folder. Open console and type playdemo filename.

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