The P228 Compact

Specification

P228/228 Compact
Price: $600
Country Of Origin: Switzer…/Germany
Caliber: .357 SIG
Clip Capacity: 13 Rounds
Rate Of Fire: N/A
Reload Time: 2.736679
Weight (Loaded): 1.03KG
Projectile Weight: 8.1g
Muzzle Velocity: 1400 ft/sec
Muzzle Energy: 600 J

Binds

“use weapon_p228″
“buy weapon_p228″

Handling Tips

The 228 Compact in Counter-Strike Source is one of the most underused pistols, and for good reason. It’s relatively average clip size combined with it’s low damage output makes this one of the worst performing guns in it’s price range. For example, the Desert Eagle, aka Nighthawk, is a superior sidearm( more stopping power, quicker reload, 2.19 secs vs p228’s 2.74) and is only $50 more; running in at a total cost of $650! Despite the negatives, there must be some good things about this gun. Hmm let me think.. Well…

1.) It sounds awesome.

2.) It fires fast.

3.) Ummm see number 1?.

The Five-Seven

Specification

ES Five-Seven
Price: $750
Country Of Origin: Belgium
Caliber: 5.7 X 28MM
Clip Capacity: 20 Rounds
Rate Of Fire: N/A
Reload Time: 3.211378
Weight (Loaded): 0.618KG
Projectile Weight: 2g
Muzzle Velocity: 2345 ft/sec
Muzzle Energy: 465 J

Binds

“use weapon_fiveseven”
“buy weapon_fiveseven”

Handling Tips

In Counter-Strike Source, the five-seven is the Counter-Terrorist equivalent to the Terrorist’s Dual Elites, only slightly less useful. Although the five-seven sports a large clip (20 rounds), fast rate of fire, and good accuracy while moving, it’s damage output is extremely low. This weapon can be compared to the glock 18 for it’s fast rate of fire and large clip, only it’s much more expensive ($750) than the Glock ($400). It has similarities to the Glock but doesn’t have any secondary modes like the nice “burst” mode the Glock 18 has. Despite being overly expensive, and relatively weak, this gun is still a decent choice for CT’s due to it’s large clip size, and rapid rate of fire; however it is very situational and should only be used in certain cases(like as a backup awp sidearm versus multiple opponents).

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Despite this site being a veritable source of knowledge and tips to help you stomp the competition, it is going to eventually lead to you going past being a pubstar, and into a constantly accused hacker. So for all you admins out there, pay close attention.

Taking it Personal

First things first. Just because someone is dropping bullet bombs on you every round, does not make him (or her) a hacker. Never base an accusation solely on someone beaning you every round. Unless it’s painfully obvious, like someone noclipping or running around upside down, your best bet is to spec, or get someone with a non-admin name to join and spec.

What to Look For

This is the hard part. There are a good number of Counter-Strike hacks out there, and just as many players that are great at hiding the fact that they’re cheating. You have to be diligent with your sound, remember some people have 7.1 surround sound, or 360 degree headphones and can hear quite clearly in any direction. Also, watch the radar. A good player will constantly check the radar and be able to make very accurate assumptions based on:

• Where a teammate died.
• What direction the teammate was heading.
• What direction the teammate was facing.
• Where the teammate was in regards to the locations of your other teammates.

Another factor that may seem like someone is hacking, is if they are able to kill someone without even being able to see them. There can be a few reasons for this:

• Angles. A lot of the time you can spot (or be spotted) without being able to see the other person. Refer to this guide on angles to see what I mean.
• Specing. Some players that die early in the round will observe the habits and skills of the opposing team. This will let them choose where to prefire next round, or have a good idea of where certain people are going/hiding.
• Anticipating common hiding/camping spots. You got prefired? You most likely are sitting behind a crate or door/wall that people sit behind on a regular basis, some players will just prefire in certain areas just in case, if it’s a common spot.
• Shadows. Seriously people, make sure you have shadows turned on, and on high. Also be aware of where your shadow is at all times. Refer to this guide on shadows to see what I mean… your shadow will cast through things like doors.
• Your model clips through thin objects. So if you have your barrel poking through the middle of a door, you deserve the headshot that’s coming your way.
• Your viewpoint is roughly in your upper chest. You do not see out the eyes of your player model, so if your head suddenly gets detached, remember that your point of view is lower than your head.

Also, if someone is spraying and keeps getting miraculous headshots, just watch the direction of the gun and see how the player controls the recoil. This is a tough one to spot but don’t forget that you can somewhat control your spray. Here’s the article on the AK-47, which shows recoil patterns.

Now the Problem. Good Hackers

There will always be people that hack, in any game, everyday. A lot will do everything in their power to make themselves seem legit. Even letting themselves get killed regularly just to keep the suspicions down, or toggling. Also, despite the info given above, it’s hard to differentiate between a skilled player using the above tactics, or someone who is ghosting (a friend specing you and relaying everything to the player hunting you). Your best bet is to record a demo, and get the opinions of a few different people that deal with hackers on a regular basis. Remember, there as just as many skilled players as there are hackers out there, your decision in the matter can very often be a tough one.

In some later notes we’ll go over certain hacks and how to spot them each individually. But for now, I will leave you with two videos. One is a demo of someone (is that me?) who is not actually hacking but may appear to be to some players; In the second video is someone being a retard cheater.

Not Actually Hacking

Llama Hacker

And as Kaizen has mentioned before, if you are cheating, check out this website: http://www.a1b2c3.com/suilodge/metfun1.htm

A fresh start

Well it’s the start of a brand new Counter-Strike Source season in CAL. With the induction of Season 11 comes a new, but somewhat familiar schedule. The main difference in the schedule this season is that is has been tailored to match the CEVO league’s schedule. This should help ease the pressure that most teams in multiple leagues have to face; no one likes to practice multiple maps every week.. especially newer, less experienced teams.

Schedule:

Preseason

Week 1: de_rush

Week 2: de_russka

Regular Season(11)

NOTE: I will be looking into setting up team strategies for each map for a given week. Again anyone who is interested in helping out with strategies, please send a PM to either Cognito or myself, Kaizen on the forums.

The Glock 18

Specification

9X19mm Sidearm
Price: $400
Country Of Origin: Austria
Caliber: 9mm Parabellum
Clip Capacity: 20 Rounds
Rate Of Fire: N/A
Reload Time: 2.163003 seconds
Weight (Loaded): 0.9KG
Projectile Weight: 8g
Muzzle Velocity: 1132 ft/sec
Muzzle Energy: 475 J

Binds

“use weapon_glock”
“buy weapon_glock”

Handling Tips

The Glock 18 is the starting weapon for terrorists; but is not exclusively available to Terrorists, the Counter-Terrorists may purchase this gun as well from the Counter-Strike buy menu. It’s Large clip and rapid rate of fire can hardly make up for it’s weak damage which at times make it seem like you’re shooting a BB or Airsoft gun. Despite the Glock’s poor power, it does have a few advantages. It’s ability to unload a clip of 20 bullets at extremely high accuracy allows skilled players to take out many flanking opponents with a single clip! Even so, a direct head-shot will not kill opponents wearing a helmet, so it is important that you have good aim. When confronted in close combat situations against one player (especially if out-gunned), I strongly recommend using “Burst Fire” mode. This mode will cause the Glock to fire off several rounds at once making 1 direct head-shot deadly against even ‘helmeted’ opponents, guaranteed.