If you're an avid Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO) player, you know that having enough ammunition can be the difference between victory and defeat. But how do you buy ammunition in CS: GO? This article will guide you through the process so you can keep your weapons loaded and ready for action.

Understanding CS: GO and the importance of ammunition

CS: GO is a highly competitive first-person shooter game that pits two teams, Terrorists and Counter-Terrorists, against each other in various game scenarios. Ammunition is a crucial component of the game because without it, your weapons are useless. Having enough ammunition allows you to defend yourself against opponents, complete objectives, and ultimately help your team win.

How to earn money in CS: GO to buy ammunition 

To buy ammunition in CS: GO, you need in-game money. You can earn money by participating in matches, with the amount earned depending on whether your team wins or loses, as well as your individual performance. Here's how much money you can earn:

  • Victory by eliminating the opposing team: $3250
  • Victory by detonating the bomb (Terrorists): $3500
  • Victory by defusing the bomb (Counter-Terrorists): $3500
  • Victory by time expiration (Counter-Terrorists): $3250
  • Killing an opponent: $300
  • Killing an opponent with a knife: $1500
  • Killing an opponent with a headshot (HS): $500 (in addition to the standard $300 per kill)

How to buy ammunition in CS: GO

When you have enough money, you can buy ammunition in the game. To do this, you need to access the in-game store at the beginning of each round. There, you will find the weapons. If you already have a weapon and need to buy more ammunition for it, simply click on the weapon, and your ammunition will be reloaded. You cannot buy ammunition if you don't have a weapon yet. Purchase the weapon first.

If you prefer to use shortcuts, first press the 'B' key to open the purchase menu. Then, press the corresponding number for the weapon category (4 for rifles, 2 for submachine guns, 1 for pistols, etc.). Finally, press the corresponding number for the specific weapon you want to buy.

Weapon
Shortcut to Buy Weapon
Shortcut to Buy Ammunition
AK-47
B-4-2
B-4-2
Colt (M4A1)
B-4-3
B-4-3
Sniper (AWP)
B-4-5
B-4-5
Desert Eagle
B-1-5
B-1-5

Tips for managing your ammunition

Buying ammunition is only part of the game—you also need to know when to buy weapons and how to save ammunition during matches. A good rule of thumb is to buy ammunition at the beginning of each round so that you are always prepared for action. Additionally, try to save ammunition whenever possible. This may mean using your weapons more strategically, aiming accurately instead of shooting indiscriminately.