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{{DISPLAYTITLE:Utility Usage}}
'''Utility''' refers to grenades and tactical equipment in [[Counter-Strike 2]]. Proper use of utility is one of the most important skills in competitive play, enabling teams to take map control, execute strategies, and defend bombsites effectively.

== Overview ==
Each player can carry up to four grenades per round (one of each type, with the exception of flashbangs where you can carry two). Utility costs money from the [[Economy System|economy]] and is consumed on use. Learning common grenade lineups for each [[Dust II|map]] is essential for competitive play.

== Grenade Types ==

=== Smoke Grenade ($300) ===
The '''Smoke Grenade''' creates a large cloud of smoke that blocks vision for approximately 18 seconds. Smokes are the most strategically important utility in the game.

'''Uses:'''
* '''Block sightlines''' to cross open areas safely
* '''Execute bombsite takes''' by isolating defending positions
* '''Delay pushes''' on defense by smoking chokepoints
* '''Extinguish Molotovs''' and Incendiary Grenades
* '''One-way smokes''' that allow you to see enemies while they cannot see you

=== Flashbang ($200, carry 2) ===
The '''Flashbang''' blinds and deafens opponents who are looking at it when it detonates. Players can carry two flashbangs per round.

'''Uses:'''
* '''Pop-flash''' teammates onto a site during executes
* '''Entry flashing''' to blind defenders when pushing
* '''Retake flashing''' to blind attackers holding post-plant positions
* '''Self-flash''' to peek an angle while the enemy is blinded

'''Counterplay:''' Turn away from the flash before detonation to reduce or avoid the blinding effect.

=== HE Grenade ($300) ===
The '''HE Grenade''' (High Explosive) deals damage in an area of effect upon detonation. Damage ranges from 1-98 depending on distance and armor.

'''Uses:'''
* '''Chip damage''' on grouped enemies before a push
* '''Finish off''' weakened opponents behind cover
* '''Stack with teammates''' to deal massive combined damage to a single area
* '''Deny positions''' by throwing at common hiding spots

=== Molotov ($400, T) / Incendiary Grenade ($600, CT) ===
The '''Molotov''' (Terrorist) and '''Incendiary Grenade''' (Counter-Terrorist) create a pool of fire that deals damage over time to anyone standing in it. The fire lasts approximately 7 seconds.

'''Uses:'''
* '''Deny positions''' by forcing enemies to move or take damage
* '''Delay pushes''' by placing fire in chokepoints
* '''Clear corners''' by forcing hidden enemies to reveal themselves
* '''Post-plant''' by Molotoving the bomb to prevent defuses

'''Counterplay:''' Smoke grenades extinguish fire from Molotovs and Incendiary Grenades.

=== Decoy Grenade ($50) ===
The '''Decoy Grenade''' simulates the sound of gunfire from the player's primary weapon, potentially confusing opponents about player positions.

'''Uses:'''
* '''Fake presence''' at a location to distract opponents
* '''Mimic weapon sounds''' to mislead the enemy about your team's economy
* '''Block doorways''' briefly since opponents may hesitate when hearing gunfire

== Utility Costs ==
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center;"
|-
! Grenade !! Price !! Max Carry
|-
| '''Smoke Grenade''' || $300 || 1
|-
| '''Flashbang''' || $200 || 2
|-
| '''HE Grenade''' || $300 || 1
|-
| '''Molotov (T)''' || $400 || 1
|-
| '''Incendiary (CT)''' || $600 || 1
|-
| '''Decoy''' || $50 || 1
|}

Full utility loadout cost: '''$1,000''' (T) or '''$1,200''' (CT)

== Utility Strategy Tips ==
* '''Buy utility on full-buy rounds.''' Utility is often more important than a weapon upgrade.
* '''Learn 3-5 key lineups''' per map for your most played positions.
* '''Coordinate utility''' with teammates for maximum impact. Stacked HE grenades or coordinated flashes and smokes win rounds.
* '''Do not waste utility early.''' Save smokes and molotovs for when you need them most.
* '''Fake executes''' by throwing utility at one bombsite before attacking another.
* The CT incendiary costs '''$200 more''' than the T Molotov, contributing to the CT economic disadvantage.

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