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Mirage is a CS2 bomb defusal map that is extremely popular among the best Counter-Strike players. Valve added it to CS:GO in June 2013, and it has stayed in the competitive map pool ever since, including the current CS2 Active Duty pool. Because its lanes and bombsites are full of corners, boxes and named spots, players use Mirage callouts to quickly tell each other where the enemies are.
Mirage callouts are the names of map locations that players use to communicate the enemy’s position to each other.
There are many Mirage callouts that you will need to remember if you want to become better on this map. So let’s check out some of the most common Mirage callouts CS2 players use.
How Is Mirage Laid Out?
Terrorists begin at T Spawn and have three main routes: T Ramp (A Ramp) and Palace lead to Bombsite A, Top Mid leads into Mid, which connects to both sites, and the Apartments lead to Bombsite B.
CTs start at CT Spawn, right next to Bombsite A, and also have three main routes: the CT passage past Ticket Booth onto bombsite A, Jungle and Connector toward Window (the sniper’s nest overlooking Mid), and Market (called Shop in the game files) to bombsite B.
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Mirage also features Connector, between Mid and A, the Catwalk (B Short) that leads from Mid toward B, and Underpass, a tunnel that runs beneath Mid.
Where Is Mirage Located?
The Mirage map is one of the most popular and iconic bomb maps in Counter-Strike after Dust II. While the location of the map was never officially confirmed by any of the Valve corporation employees, there are some clues to go on.
Judging by its architecture and overall design, Mirage is clearly set in a Middle Eastern town, and its look is often described as Moroccan. Regardless of its location, Mirage remains one of the most commonly played CS2 maps to this day.
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TOP 15 Mirage Callouts for Better Play
Mirage isn’t a huge map, but it is packed with named spots, so its callouts are numerous. In fact, there are over forty different locations on the map, each with its own callout. While we won’t go into detail about each and every one of them, we will provide you with the Top 15 Mirage callouts below:
- Mid: A huge open area set in the middle of the map.
- B Site: One of two areas where terrorist forces can plant the bomb.
- A Site: One of two areas where terrorist forces can plant the bomb. (Located close to the CT Spawn)
- T Spawn: The area where Terrorist forces spawn.
- T Roof: Also known as Ledge. This is a waiting area for Terrorists to access the A Site via the A Ramp.
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- A Ramp: Terrorist entry point to A Site.
- Palace: Located very close to the Balcony. It is another entry point to the A Site. One of the favorite scouting locations for the Terrorist forces.
- Pillars: The columned area at Palace, right next to the A Site.
- Balcony: A raised spot on the edge of the A Site, next to the Palace exit and the Scaffolding.
- Tetris: Boxes near the A Ramp. Terrorists often use them as cover upon entering the A Site. Another ambush site favored by the Counter-Terrorists.
- Sandwich: The gap between the Default boxes and Firebox, close to Stairs and Tetris on the A Site.
- Stairs: Provides a good view of the A site from above.
- Firebox: A lone box on the A Site, between Sandwich and Stairs. Terrorists often hide behind it after planting the bomb, and it is also a defensive spot for the Counter-Terrorists.
- CT: The area where Counter-Terrorist forces spawn.
- Ticket Booth: Also known as the Ticket. Counter-Terrorists use this spot to move to the A Site. Also a favorite spot for snipers.
Why Is Mirage So Popular Among Players?
One of the bigger reasons why Mirage is so popular is because the map is well-balanced in terms of the offensive and defensive sides. This allows players of all play styles an opportunity to have fun. Thanks to it, you can show off the skills unique to your playstyle. Those who prefer the AWP can go to the Ticket and hold the A site or rush the window and shut down mid. Regardless of your playing style, the map has a spot where you can shine.
Another reason why Mirage is so popular among players is due to it being around for so long. Valve added it to CS:GO in 2013, and it is still in the CS2 Active Duty map pool today.
The Best Mirage Tactics
Mirage was designed to provide limitless opportunities for all kinds of playstyles, which means that the number of ways you can approach your enemy is practically limitless. Nevertheless, there are a few common tactics that you can use to enhance your gameplay and increase the odds of your team winning.
- There are three main routes that players usually take.
- Mirage is a map that allows players to approach the opposing team and clash extremely quickly so always keep this in mind.
- During casual gameplay, most teams will rush a single bombsite, likely A. You can use this knowledge to go around the enemy team and dispatch enemies from behind.
- Terrorists can cause a diversion at the A ramp and have teammates come out on the Balcony and vice-versa.
- Counter-Terrorists can rotate through Market to protect the B site.
Summary
This article covers the basics of Mirage, one of the most popular CS2 maps, and the de_mirage callouts that players use to quickly identify and communicate specific areas of the map. Lastly, it gives a few helpful tips and tactics for Mirage.
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