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f0rest

Last update March 16, 2026
Team Content Creator esports team logo Content Creator
Country
Sweden Sweden
Name Patrik Lindberg
Birthday June 10, 1988
Patrik “f0rest” Lindberg, a legendary figure in the esports and professional gaming community, has left an indelible mark on Counter-Strike 2 and its predecessor, CS:GO. Hailing from Sweden, he’s celebrated as one of the greatest Counter-Strike players in history, renowned for his exceptional skill, strategic gameplay, and extensive nearly two-decade career. As a core member of Ninjas in Pyjamas, f0rest set historic records, including an astonishing 87-map winning streak, cementing his status as a formidable competitor. His proficiency in tactical gameplay, exceptional aim, and game sense have made him a formidable force in the esports scene, inspiring countless aspiring professional gamers. Whether competing at the highest levels of CS2 or shaping competitive strategies, f0rest’s legacy continues to influence the evolution of professional Counter-Strike and esports worldwide. His career highlights and ongoing passion for the game make him a sought-after figure for collaborations, streaming, and esports events. Dive into the world of Counter-Strike 2 with one of the most accomplished players in esports history.
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Xtrfy MZ1 Wireless

Xtrfy MZ1 Wireless

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DPI
400
Sensitivity
3.50
eDPI
1400
Zoom Sensitivity
1.00
Hz
1000
Windows Sensitivity
6
  • f0rest uses these CS2 mouse settings: 400 DPI , sensitivity 3.50 (≈1400 eDPI).
  • f0rest sets mouse polling rate to 1000 Hz for smoother input in CS2.
  • Windows sensitivity is 6 to match their in-game feeling.

Crosshair

Copy & change
Style
Classic Static
Follow Recoil
No
Dot
Yes
Length
0.3
Thickness
0.1
Gap
-5
Outline
Yes
Outline Thickness
1
Color
Custom
Red
255
Green
255
Blue
255
Alpha
Yes
Alpha Value
255
T Style
No
Deployed Weapon Gap
No
Sniper Width
0
  • You can copy f0rest’s CS2 crosshair instantly with the code CSGO-6Pa4O-MGuAS-a95mQ-qb7JC-EpLDR.
  • This crosshair uses Follow Recoil set to No , length 0.3 and outline Yes .
  • Alpha Value is 255, T Style is No and Deployed Weapon Gap is No.
  • f0rest prefers a clear, static crosshair that stays readable on all CS2 maps.

Viewmodel

FOV
68
Offset X
1.7
Offset Y
2
Offset Z
-1.7
Presetpos
0
  • f0rest uses a CS2 viewmodel FOV of 68 to keep the weapon visible without blocking enemies.
  • Offsets 1.7/2/-1.7 are tuned for maximum visibility around the crosshair.

HUD

HUD scale
0.95
HUD Color
Bright White
  • f0rest uses a HUD Scale of 0.95 for a clear interface.
  • HUD Color is set to Bright White.

Radar

Radar Centers The Player
Yes
Radar is Rotating
Yes
Toggle Shape With Scoreboard
Yes
Radar Hud Size
1
Radar Map Zoom
0.5
  • Radar Centers The Player is set to Yes.
  • Radar Rotation is set to Yes.
  • Toggle Shape With Scoreboard is set to Yes.
  • Radar HUD Size is 1.
  • Radar Map Zoom is 0.5.

BOB

Lower AMT
5
AMT Lat
0.33
AMT Vert
0.14
Cycle
0.98
  • f0rest reduces weapon bob in CS2 (lower amt 5 , lat 0.33, vert 0.14 ) to keep the screen as stable as possible while moving.
  • Lower bob helps with tracking targets and spraying without too much visual shake.

Launch options & config file

-refresh 240 -novid -tickrate 128
Download config file
  • f0rest uses these CS2 launch options to optimise performance and input lag.
  • Copy the launch string above into Steam to start CS2 with the same config as f0rest.

Video

Resolution
1920x1080
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Scaling Mode
Native
Brightness
80%
Display Mode
Fullscreen
  • f0rest plays CS2 on 1920x1080 (16:9) with Native scaling.
  • Display mode is set to Fullscreen for maximum focus and responsiveness.
  • Brightness is kept around 80% so enemies don’t blend into dark areas.

Advanced video

Global Shadow Quality
Low
Model / Texture Detail
Medium
Shader Detail
Low
Boost Player Contrast
Enabled
Multisampling Anti-Aliasing Mode
2x MSAA
Texture Filtering Mode
Bilinear
Wait for Vertical Sync
Disabled
NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency
Enabled
Particle Detail
Low
Ambient Occlusion
Disabled
FidelityFX Super Resolution
Disabled (Highest Quality)
NVIDIA G-Sync
Unknown
Maximum FPS In Game
999
Dynamic Shadows
All
High Dynamic Range
Quality
  • f0rest tunes CS2 graphics for high FPS rather than pure visuals.
  • Shadow quality, model detail and particle detail are kept at readable competitive values to reduce clutter.
  • Multisampling Anti-Aliasing Mode is set to 2x MSAA.
  • Boost Player Contrast is Enabled so enemies stand out more clearly.
  • NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency is Enabled and NVIDIA G-Sync is Unknown.
  • Maximum FPS In Game is capped at 999.
  • Dynamic Shadows are All, Ambient Occlusion is Disabled, HDR is Quality and FidelityFX Super Resolution is Disabled (Highest Quality).

Graphics Card Settings

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
Digital Vibrance
50%
  • f0rest uses NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 for graphics card settings.
  • Digital Vibrance is set to 50%.

Monitor Game Settings

ZOWIE XL2586X+
DyAc
Premium
Black eQualizer
20
Color Vibrance
10
Low Blue Light
0
  • DyAc is set to Premium to reduce motion blur when spraying in CS2.
  • Black eQualizer 20 brightens dark areas without overexposing the map.
  • Color Vibrance 10 makes player models pop from the background.

Monitor Picture

PIcture Mode
FPS 1
Brightness
80
Contrast
50
Sharpness
8
Gamma
Gamma 3
Color Temperature
Bluish
AMA
High
  • Picture mode FPS 1 is chosen to optimise CS2 visibility.
  • Brightness/contrast (80/50) are tuned so enemies don’t blend into the map.
  • Gamma and colour temperature are adjusted for a neutral, consistent image across all CS2 maps.

Skins

Knives
★ M9 Bayonet | Rust Coat (Well-Worn)

★ M9 Bayonet | Rust Coat (Well-Worn)

Gloves
★ Hand Wraps | Slaughter (Battle-Scarred)

★ Hand Wraps | Slaughter (Battle-Scarred)

Assault Rifles
AK-47 | Bloodsport (Minimal Wear)

AK-47 | Bloodsport (Minimal Wear)

Gloves
★ Hand Wraps | Slaughter (Battle-Scarred)

★ Hand Wraps | Slaughter (Battle-Scarred)

Sniper Rifles
AWP | Dragon Lore (Field-Tested)

AWP | Dragon Lore (Field-Tested)

Pistols
Glock-18 | Candy Apple (Minimal Wear)

Glock-18 | Candy Apple (Minimal Wear)

Assault Rifles
AK-47 | Redline (Minimal Wear)

AK-47 | Redline (Minimal Wear)

Pistols
Desert Eagle | Mecha Industries (Factory New)

Desert Eagle | Mecha Industries (Factory New)

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FAQ – f0rest CS2 settings

What mouse does f0rest use?

f0rest uses the Xtrfy MZ1 Wireless.

What sensitivity does f0rest use?

f0rest uses sensitivity 3.50.

What DPI does f0rest use?

f0rest uses 400 DPI.

What eDPI does f0rest use?

f0rest uses 1400 eDPI.

What Hz does f0rest use?

f0rest uses 1000 Hz.

What crosshair code does f0rest use?

The crosshair code is CSGO-6Pa4O-MGuAS-a95mQ-qb7JC-EpLDR.

What crosshair settings does f0rest use?

f0rest uses a crosshair with style Classic Static, gap -5, thickness 0.1, and length 0.3.

What resolution does f0rest use?

f0rest plays on 1920x1080.

What aspect ratio does f0rest use?

f0rest uses a 16:9 aspect ratio.

What brightness does f0rest use in CS2?

f0rest uses in-game brightness 80%.

What viewmodel does f0rest use?

f0rest uses viewmodel FOV 68, offset X 1.7, offset Y 2, and offset Z -1.7.

What launch options does f0rest use?

f0rest uses the following launch options: -refresh 240 -novid -tickrate 128.

What HUD settings does f0rest use?

f0rest uses HUD Scale 0.95 and HUD Color Bright White.

What radar settings does f0rest use?

f0rest uses Radar Zoom 0.5, Radar HUD Size 1, and Radar Rotating Yes.

What monitor settings does f0rest use?

f0rest uses monitor settings such as DyAc Premium, Black eQualizer 20, and Color Vibrance 10.

What team does f0rest play for?

f0rest currently plays for Content Creator.

f0rest CS2 Settings Summary

Here you can quickly see the most important CS2 settings used by f0rest, including mouse, sensitivity, crosshair code, resolution, HUD settings, radar settings, and graphics card setup.

Team
Content Creator
Mouse
Xtrfy MZ1 Wireless
DPI
400
Sensitivity
3.50
eDPI
1400
Hz
1000
Crosshair code
CSGO-6Pa4O-MGuAS-a95mQ-qb7JC-EpLDR
Resolution
1920x1080
Aspect ratio
16:9
HUD Scale
0.95
HUD Color
Bright White
Radar Zoom
0.5
Radar Rotating
Yes
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
Digital Vibrance
50%