To self kick in CS2, open the developer console, type status to find your player ID, then enter callvote kick followed by that ID. A vote appears for your teammates, and you are removed only if enough of them vote yes. There is no instant self-kick button.
Quick Steps
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Enable the developer console in Settings > Game |
| 2 | Open the console with the ~ key during the match |
| 3 | Type status and press Enter |
| 4 | Find your name and note your ID number |
| 5 | Type callvote kick <your ID> and press Enter |
| 6 | Wait for your teammates to vote |
Step 1: Enable the Developer Console
- Launch CS2 and open Settings.
- Go to the Game tab.
- Set Enable Developer Console (~) to Yes.
- If the key does nothing, open Keyboard/Mouse settings and assign a key to Toggle Console.
Step 2: Find Your Player ID
Join your match, press ~, and type:
statusThe console prints every player in the server. Find your own name and look at the ID column. Use this small number, not your long Steam ID.
Step 3: Start the Vote
Type the command with your ID at the end:
callvote kick 7Replace 7 with your own number. Press Enter, and a kick vote on you appears on your teammates’ screens.
Step 4: Wait for the Vote
The result depends on your teammates. If they agree, you are removed from the match. If they vote no, nothing happens and you are still in the game. Asking politely in chat helps, since some teammates will refuse out of frustration.
Why the In-Game Menu Does Not Work
The Esc > Call Vote > Kick Player menu only lists your teammates, not you. That is why the console is the only route.
What If callvote kick Does Not Work?
- Wrong ID. Run
statusagain and double-check the number, because IDs can change between matches. - Vote blocked. Some modes and servers restrict votes. Reports about official Premier and Competitive are mixed.
- Vote on cooldown. Wait a moment and try again.
- Console closed. Re-enable it in Settings.
Other Ways to Leave (With Consequences)
disconnectreturns you to the menu. In competitive modes, it counts as leaving.quitcloses the game. The same penalty risk applies.
Important Warning
In Premier, leaving or being kicked has reportedly cost players around 1,000 CS Rating. In Competitive, leaving can mean a cooldown. Self-kicking is not a guaranteed safe exit, so use it only when you truly have to leave. Your team plays short-handed when you go.
FAQs
How do you self kick in CS2?
Enable the console, run status for your ID, then type callvote kick <ID>.
What is the command to kick yourself in CS2?callvote kick followed by your player ID, for example callvote kick 7.
Can I kick myself instantly?
No. It is a vote, so your teammates decide.
Where do I find my player ID?
In the status output, in the ID column next to your name.
Does self kick avoid a cooldown?
Some guides say yes, but it is not guaranteed in official matchmaking.
Does it work in Premier?
Reports conflict. Premier may also apply a rating penalty.
How do I open the CS2 console?
Enable it in Settings > Game, then press ~ in a match.
Can I self kick in casual or community servers?
The same command may work, but in casual modes you can usually just disconnect with no penalty.
ARTICLE 2: “Can You Kick Yourself?” (Penalties, Risks, Alternatives)
Meta title: Can You Kick Yourself in CS2? Penalties, Risks & Safer Options
Meta description: Can you self kick in CS2 without a cooldown? See how the vote works, when it fails, Premier rating risks, and safer ways to leave a match.
Can You Kick Yourself in CS2?
Yes, but only through a vote. CS2 has no self-kick button. You use the console command callvote kick <your ID> and your teammates decide. Whether it saves you from a penalty depends on the game mode, and current reports are inconsistent.
How the Self Kick Works
CS2’s vote system is built to remove disruptive players. The menu lists only your teammates, so you add yourself through the console. You run status to get your ID, then callvote kick <ID>. If enough teammates say yes, you leave.
Why Players Do It
- They face an emergency and must leave mid-match.
- A connection or hardware problem makes the game unplayable.
- The match is a lost cause and they do not want a cooldown.
- They want to avoid the penalty that follows a straight disconnect.
What Happens If You Just Leave?
Leaving a competitive match can bring a matchmaking cooldown, and repeated leaving can make cooldowns longer. In Premier, abandoning has been reported to cost about 1,000 CS Rating, which players say equals many wins. These are community reports, so check the current rules in the game before relying on them.
Does Self Kick Avoid the Penalty?
Older guides say a successful vote kick lets you skip the cooldown. Newer coverage is more careful and says self-kick does not work consistently in official matchmaking. Premier is the riskiest mode, because being kicked has also been reported to cost rating. Treat self-kick as a possible help, not a guarantee.
Self Kick vs Other Options
| Option | How it works | Risk |
|---|---|---|
Self kick (callvote kick) | Needs teammates to vote yes | May fail, may still cost rating in Premier |
disconnect | Leaves at once | Cooldown or rating loss in ranked modes |
Alt+F4 / quit | Closes the game | Same as disconnect |
| Reconnect quickly | Rejoin after a crash | Penalty if you return too late |
| Play it out | Finish the match | No penalty, but costs time |
Safer Ways to Avoid the Problem
- Start matches only when you have time. Most leaves are avoidable.
- Fix technical issues first. Update drivers and check your connection before queuing.
- Reconnect fast if the game crashes. Late returns can be punished.
- Play casual or Wingman modes when your schedule is uncertain. They are far more forgiving.
- Queue with friends who will understand if you need to leave.
Be Fair to Your Team
When you leave a competitive match, four teammates play at a disadvantage. If you must self kick, say so in chat first, and do not use it as a habit.
Quick Command Reference
status
callvote kick <your ID>Open the console with ~ after enabling it in Settings > Game.
FAQs
Can you kick yourself in CS2?
Yes, by starting a vote with callvote kick in the console. Teammates must agree.
Can I self kick in Premier?
You can try, but it is not reliable, and Premier penalties are reportedly heavy.
Will I get a cooldown if I self kick?
Possibly not if the vote succeeds, but it is not guaranteed.
What if my teammates vote no?
You stay in the match. You would then have to play on or leave with the usual penalty.
Is there a command to instantly leave without penalty?
No. disconnect and quit both count as leaving in competitive modes.
How much rating do you lose for abandoning Premier?
Players report around 1,000 CS Rating. It is not documented on an official Valve page, so check in-game.
Is self kicking against the rules?
The command is part of the game, but frequent leaving can bring cooldowns, so use it sparingly.
