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FAQ
Quick answers for connecting, loadouts, ranks, and community channels.
How do I join a retakes.gg server?+
Open Counter-Strike 2, press ~ for the console, then connect 93.88.201.122:27015 (or :27016–27020 for other retakes boxes) — or click any server tile for a steam://connect link.
Are the servers free?+
Yes. Retakes are free. VIP is optional for reserved slots and perks.
Where are you hosted?+
EU (Germany region) for low ping across Europe and Turkey. Public IP: 93.88.201.122.
How many retake servers do you run?+
Six EU retakes lobbies (ports 27015–27020). Same map pool and ranks on every box.
How do I change weapons on retakes?+
Open {url}/loadout (Steam login). Set buy preferences and weapons per round type — it syncs to all retakes servers. Type !ws in game to refresh. There is no !guns chat command.
How do I change skins?+
Open https://retakes.gg/loadout (Steam login). Pick CT or T, click a weapon, then a skin — it saves instantly. Knives, gloves, and agents are on the same page. Type !ws in game to refresh. No in-game skin menu.
Where is the leaderboard?+
Open https://retakes.gg/leaderboard — one shared ranking across all retake lobbies.
Do you have TeamSpeak / Discord / Steam?+
TeamSpeak: ts.retakes.gg · Discord: https://discord.gg/DMWbUMJUBd · Steam group: https://steamcommunity.com/groups/retakegg
How do I contact you?+
Use the Contact page at retakes.gg/report — bugs, questions, and player reports. Add your email so we can reply. Cheating reports need a clip link.