How to record Counter-Strike 2 on PC?

Install Medal from medal.tv/download, launch CS2, and Medal starts recording in the background automatically. Press F8 to save the last 15 seconds to 10 minutes of gameplay as a clip, or let Medal AI-clip your aces, clutches, knife kills, and multi-frags for you. Works on NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel GPUs - no GeForce Experience or ShadowPlay required.

What is the best Counter-Strike 2 game recorder for highlights and full matches?

Medal is built for both. Automatic clipping catches aces, clutches, knife kills, and multi-frags on its own, while the instant replay buffer lets you save anywhere from 15 seconds up to 4 hours of gameplay on demand with a single hotkey.

Does Medal affect FPS or performance in CS2?

No. Medal uses hardware-accelerated encoding (NVENC, AMF, or QuickSync) and runs at under 5% CPU on most systems. You can also lower clip resolution or FPS in settings on lower-end hardware.

Can Medal record CS2 gameplay automatically?

Yes. Medal detects CS2 events like Ace, 4K, 3K, Clutch, Knife Kill, and Headshot and saves them as clips on its own. You can still press F8 to manually save the last replay buffer, or say "clip that" for voice-activated capture.

Can I review my CS2 gameplay after recording?

Yes. Every clip opens in Medal's built-in editor where you can trim, add overlays, slow-mo, and text. Full-session recordings are available too so you can scrub through entire Premier matches without leaving Medal.

Does Medal support 1080p or 4K recording for CS2?

Yes. Medal records up to 4K with configurable bitrate and frame rate. Tune the settings to match your hardware and the storage you want to use.

Can I share my CS2 clips directly to social media?

Yes. One click generates a shareable link that embeds on Discord and auto-formats for TikTok and Reddit. No file uploads, no compression, no "file too large" errors.

Will Medal get me VAC-banned?

No. Medal is a screen recorder that uses standard Windows graphics APIs. It does not read or modify CS2's memory or interact with the VAC-protected process. Millions of CS2 players use Medal safely.

Does Medal work on AMD and Intel GPUs?

Yes. Unlike NVIDIA ShadowPlay which only works on GeForce cards, Medal works on every GPU: AMD Radeon, Intel Arc, and NVIDIA all supported.

Can I record CS2 demos?

Yes. Open a CS2 demo in the in-game viewer and Medal will record just like a live match. You can also screen-record specific rounds and combine them in the editor.

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Medal auto-capturing a Counter-Strike 2 highlight

15M+Gamers use Medal

3,000+Games with auto-detection

4K / 144fpsMax recording quality

Medal knows when you pop off.

Out of the box, Medal detects CS2 events like Ace, 4K, 3K, Clutch, Knife Kill, and Headshot. Toggle what you want clipped and never miss a moment again.

Medal automatically clipping a CS2 ace in the background during a Premier match

Share it in one click.

Trim the clip, add text or slow-mo in the built-in editor, then hit share. Medal generates a link that embeds on Discord, TikTok, and Reddit with no file uploads or compression.

Sharing a CS2 clip to Discord with one click

Edit like a pro, no Premiere.

Slow-mo the ace, zoom into the 1-tap, drop a color grade for your montage. Medal ships with presets made for CS2 clips so your edit looks pro without opening Premiere.

Medal editor demonstrating slow-mo, color grades, and text effects on a CS2 clip

Separate audio tracks, mixed in post.

Medal captures game audio, your mic, and Discord on separate tracks. Drop out squad chat or boost the callouts without re-recording a single round.

Medal recording CS2 with game audio, mic, and Discord on separate tracks

See the plays you didn't save.

When friends clip a moment you were part of, Medal tags you in it automatically. Discover highlights from across your whole five-stack without pressing a button.

Medal showing a CS2 clip you're tagged in by a friend

Just say the words.

Hands on the mouse through a clutch 1v3? Your voice is enough. Medal saves the clip without touching the keyboard.

“Clip that”

Medal vs the alternatives

Why CS2 players pick Medal over Insights, ShadowPlay, and OBS.

Feature	Medal	InsightsShadowPlayOBS
AI automatic clipping (aces, clutches, knife kills)
Built-in clip editor		BasicBasic
Instant share links (Discord, TikTok)
Voice-activated "clip that"
Mobile app (iOS + Android)
Works on AMD and Intel GPUs
Dedicated CS2 game page
Live streaming to Twitch/YouTube		Partial

See the full breakdown: Medal vs ShadowPlay · Medal vs OBS

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Stop missing your best plays.

Install Medal, launch CS2, and every ace, clutch, and knife kill is waiting for you after the match.

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