When you first launch CS:GO on a new PC or for the first time ever, the game features default settings that all players experience the same. However, not everyone likes these settings the same which is why the game allows you to customize almost every aspect of CSGO. The ViewModel is one of the most important features that you can customize to your liking.
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What Is ViewModel in CSGO?
Counter-Strike Global Offensive is an FPS game that only allows you to view the game in first-person mode. Players get the move and view the CSGO world by moving their camera up and down the screen – or the Y-axis, left and right side – or the X-axis, and front and back – or the Z-axis. The View Model or FOV (Field of View) that you have set up can affect your gaming experience. However, there are a few commands that you can use to customize your ViewModel settings and make everything perfect for you.
You can choose to practice every time you change the viewmodel in various maps that you can download from the Steam workshop specifically designed for this. It's a great option because it provides the perfect way to get the hang of the new settings before you start a real match.
How To Change ViewModel in CS GO?
It's important to know that there are no universal best ViewModel settings out there. This should always be left for each player to customize for themselves, making it perfect in each individual case. There are two things you can change with these commands, including your shooting arm and your hands.
List of Counter-Strike Global Offensive ViewModel Settings Commands
- cl_righthand – this is one of the most basic CSGO ViewModel commands. It moves your weapon in the left and right hand. Type in cl_righthand 0 for the left hand, and 1 for the right hand.
- viewmodel_fov [NUMBER] – it adjusts your Field of View to the number your type in. The default FOV for all players is 60, and you can go as high as 68.
- viewmodel_offset_x [NUMBER] – this command moves your weapon arm either left or right on the screen, depending on the value that you input. The maximum is 2.5 and the minimum is -2.5.
- viewmodel_offset_z [NUMBER]- this command moves your weapon hand further or away from you on the screen. The max value is 2 and the minimum is -2. Typing in 2 will set it furthest away from you and -2 will place it as close as it can.
- viewmodel_offset_y [NUMBER] – this command moves your weapon hand across the Y-axis, or up and down the screen. Setting it the max amount (2) will go as high up the screen as it can. Setting to the minimum (-2) will go as close to the bottom as possible.
- viewmodel_presetpos – this allows you to save a preset of your X/Y/X axis configuration. Once you save it, type in this command and any value between 1/2/3 and it will automatically set it up.
- cl_bobamt_lat – this is a simple command that adjusts how much your weapon moves from side to side while you are running in Counter-Strike.
- cl_bob_lower_amp [NUMBER] – adjust how much you want your gun barrel to move towards you when you are running on the map.
- cl_bobamt_vert [NUMBER] – set how much you want both your ViewModel and your gun barrel to move towards you when running.
How To Use ViewModel FOV Commands in CS:GO?
Implementing the contents of the list you see above is simple and straightforward. After all, they are commands which means that we need the command console to put them to use. Having said that, simply make sure that your Developer Console is enabled in the Counter-Strike Global Offensive settings menu and open it by clicking on the “`” button on your keyboard. Then, paste the contents into the console.
CSGO ViewModel Settings Used By Pros
Lots of us who want to become better at CSGO usually watch how pro players play and try to adapt to their settings and habits as much as possible. You may have noticed that many professional players have different screen settings, including their ViewModel settings as well.
Here are some of the View Model presets that a few of the best pro CSGO players use:
S1imple
- viewmodel_fov 68;
- viewmodel_offset_x 2.5;
- viewmodel_offset_y 0;
- viewmodel_offset_z -1.5;
- viewmodel_presetpos 3;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_left_amt 1.5;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_right_amt 0.75;
- viewmodel_recoil 0; cl_righthand 1;
Aleksander Kostyliev, or S1imple, likes to have his line of sight much clearer and prefers his weapon on the right side, given that he is a right-handed person. In addition, his hand is shifted towards the right, as you can see from the commands as well.
Niko
- viewmodel_fov 68;
- viewmodel_offset_x 2.5;
- viewmodel_offset_y 0;
- viewmodel_offset_z -1.5;
- viewmodel_presetpos 3;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_left_amt 1.5;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_right_amt 0.75;
- viewmodel_recoil 0;
- cl_righthand 1;
As you can see, Niko, or Nicola Kovach, likes his ViewModel options exactly the same as S1imple. In fact, there are countless professional CSGO players who prefer the same presets, as they have found them to work best for their case.
EliGE
- viewmodel_fov 68;
- viewmodel_offset_x 1;
- viewmodel_offset_y 2;
- viewmodel_offset_z -1.5;
- viewmodel_presetpos 0;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_left_amt 1.5;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_right_amt 0.75;
- viewmodel_recoil 0;
- cl_righthand 1;
Here we have EliGE, otherwise known as Jonathan Jablonowski. This player has set his CSGO ViewModel to be right-handed and a bit higher up than many others. Jonathan also likes his weapons more towards the center for improved aim.
ZywOo
- viewmodel_fov 68;
- viewmodel_offset_x 2.5;
- viewmodel_offset_y 0;
- viewmodel_offset_z -1.5;
- viewmodel_presetpos 3;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_left_amt 1.5;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_right_amt 0.75;
- viewmodel_recoil 0;
- cl_righthand 1;
This player has adjusted his settings exactly the same as the first two pros on our list. He takes advantage of this ViewModel as a right-handed person and makes sure to keep a clear line of sight at all times.
coldzera
- viewmodel_fov 60;
- viewmodel_offset_x 1;
- viewmodel_offset_y 1;
- viewmodel_offset_z -1;
- viewmodel_presetpos 1;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_left_amt 1.5;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_right_amt 0.75;
- viewmodel_recoil 0;
- cl_righthand 1;
Coldzera's ViewModel option allows him to have as much vision on the screen as possible. He has shifted his hands to the right side, giving him much more visibility of everything that is going on on the screen. This is one of the best ideas when it comes to seeing the enemy anywhere on the map and being able to react quickly.
shox
- viewmodel_fov 60;
- viewmodel_offset_x 1;
- viewmodel_offset_y 1;
- viewmodel_offset_z -1.5;
- viewmodel_presetpos 1;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_left_amt 1.5;
- cl_viewmodel_shift_right_amt 0.75;
- viewmodel_recoil 0;
- cl_righthand 1;
Richard Papillon, or Shox, has hit the sweet spot when it comes to ViewModel position in Counter-Strike Global Offensive. His way of setting this up includes shifting it slightly to the left and keeping the center area wide and clear. This position also allows a clear line of sight at the center of the game screen.
