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'''Retakes''' is a community game mode in [[Counter-Strike 2]] where Counter-Terrorists practice retaking bombsites after the bomb has been planted. It is one of the most popular ways to practice post-plant situations.

== Overview ==
In Retakes mode, each round begins with the bomb already planted at a random site. CTs spawn with utility and must retake the site and defuse the bomb, while Ts defend the planted bomb. The mode focuses specifically on post-plant gameplay, which is one of the most critical aspects of competitive CS2.

== How It Works ==
# The bomb is '''pre-planted''' at a random bombsite at round start
# '''CTs''' (typically 3-4) spawn near retake positions with random weapons and utility
# '''Ts''' (typically 2-3) spawn in post-plant positions around the bomb
# CTs have limited time to retake and defuse
# After the round, teams may swap or players rotate based on server settings

== Key Skills Practiced ==

=== For Counter-Terrorists ===
* '''Coordinated retakes''' — Executing site takes with teammates
* '''Utility usage''' — Using smokes, flashes, and mollys to clear positions
* '''Trade fragging''' — Following up on teammate's entry
* '''Time management''' — Balancing aggression with defuse time remaining
* '''Clutch situations''' — 1vX retake scenarios

=== For Terrorists ===
* '''Post-plant positioning''' — Optimal angles after planting
* '''Crossfire setups''' — Coordinating defense with teammates
* '''Bomb watching''' — Playing positions that deny defuse
* '''Anti-flash discipline''' — Turning away from expected flashbangs
* '''Delay tactics''' — Stalling CTs until the bomb detonates

== Playing Retakes ==

=== Community Servers ===
Retakes is primarily available through community servers:
# Open the Server Browser in CS2
# Filter by '''Retakes''' in the tags or map filter
# Join a server

=== Common Server Rules ===
* Automatic weapon selection based on round or random assignment
* Players receive utility (smokes, flashes, mollys) each round
* Spawn points rotate to cover different retake scenarios
* MVP or best player may stay on T side for consecutive rounds

== Tips ==

=== CT Side ===
* '''Don't peek one by one''' — Coordinate with teammates to overwhelm defenders
* '''Molly the bomb''' — Forces Ts away from defuse-denial positions
* '''Flash for your team''' — Pop flashes before entries
* '''Check corners methodically''' — Don't tunnel vision on the bomb
* '''Know the timer''' — If time is short, you may need to dry peek instead of using utility

=== T Side ===
* '''Play time, not kills''' — Your goal is to prevent defuse, not get kills
* '''Off-angle positions''' — Don't play the same spots every round
* '''Listen for defuse''' — The bomb defuse sound is your cue to peek
* '''Fake defuse awareness''' — Don't always immediately peek on defuse sound
* '''Save utility for CTs approaching the bomb'''

== Comparison with Other Practice Modes ==
{| class="wikitable"
! Mode !! Focus !! Best For
|-
| '''Retakes''' || Post-plant situations || Site retakes, clutches, post-plant defense
|-
| '''[[Deathmatch]]''' || Raw aim || Warming up, spray practice
|-
| '''[[Practice Mode]]''' || Grenades, movement || Lineup practice, solo improvement
|-
| '''[[Aim Training]]''' || Flick and tracking aim || Building mechanical skill
|}

== See Also ==
* [[Game Modes]] — All CS2 game modes
* [[Practice Mode]] — Solo practice setup
* [[Smoke Lineups]] — Utility for retake situations
* [[Economy]] — Understanding buy situations

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