Mirage

Mirage is historically the most played map in Counter-Strike matchmaking.

Overview

Set in a Moroccan market town, Mirage revolves around mid control. Teams that dominate mid gain access to both bombsites through window/connector and short.

Key Areas

• Mid — The most contested area. Window room overlooks mid, and connector links to A site
• A Site — Three entrances: A ramp, connector, and palace
• B Site — Reached through B apartments. Tight angles reward aggressive CT setups
• Palace — Upper route to A site with balcony overlook

Meta

Mirage is considered balanced with a slight CT lean. Utility usage (especially A site executes with smokes) is essential.