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cl_wpn_sway_scale
cl_wpn_sway_scale
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Weapon sway is one of those features that makes a difference fine players will recognize. It has been in Counter-Strike ever since the introduction of the Global Offensive game. The CSGO weapon sway can be described as a weapon movement when the mouse is moved left or right.
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The default value for the weapon sway is 1.6. The lower the value, the less movement of the weapon.
EXTRA INFORMATION
Find additional information relating to this command below.
sv_cheats Required
Yes
Client or Server Command
Client

cl_wpn_sway_scale Command Help & Examples

Roughly 25 million people have played Counter-Strike: Global Offensive since its introduction in 2012. Everyone’s preferences differ, and the CS developer, Valve, has opened their game to various alterations to players’ liking. The customization level is high, especially for features that do not change game mechanics. However, this article will show you how to change even features that affect your aiming. 

Weapon sway is one of those features that makes a difference fine players will recognize. It has been in Counter-Strike ever since the introduction of the Global Offensive game. The CSGO weapon sway can be described as a weapon movement when the mouse is moved left or right. 

Some players like the sway because it is a realistic feature, while others do not because it affects the aim stability. The beauty is that everyone can set it to the level they like through the development console as a part of their fine-tuning game settings.

Guide on How to Set the Weapon Sway Scale 

To alternate the weapon sway in CSGO is a client option, although the sv_cheats code has to be enabled (value should be 1) on the server. This means that the server allows cheat commands that change the mechanics of shooting or movement of the players. Once we make sure it is done, we do the following steps:

Open the developer console. The default key for this command is “~”. 

Type cl_wpn_sway_scale followed by a number. The default value for the weapon sway is 1.6. The lower the value, the less movement of the weapon.

Press ENTER to apply the command. 

Test it in the game immediately after applying. 

For example:

  • cl_wpn_sway_scale 100. It is arguably unplayable when the sway scale is set to a number this high. This level of weapon sway will massively impact aim stability, and players will find it very hard to shoot with preciseness.
  • cl_wpn_sway_scale 0.2. If you set the weapon sway on a level below 1, the aim can be controlled to perfection, and it will help players.

Conclusion

Beginners and players playing Counter-Strike for fun most likely will not be bothered by the CSGO weapon sway at all and whether it benefits them or not. However, enthusiasts with refined taste feel the difference and will look to fine-tune every aspect of the game to their liking. Cl_wpn_sway_scale will undoubtedly help them aim better and be more comfortable in the game.