More and more people are gaining access to Counter-Strike 2 Limited Beta, which means that the long-awaited release is getting closer. The community continues to explore CS2 in various aspects, and we can also take part: talk about skins. As you may know, CS:GO skins will transfer right to CS2, but with a switch to the graphics engine, their appearance also shift resulting in obvious yet hardly predictable price changes. In this article, CS.MONEY Blog names seven skins that can grow in price with the release of Counter-Strike 2.
Since the access to CS2 is still limited, you have a chance to get cool skins before their potentially skyrocket in price. We’ve prepared a special CS2-dedicated page where you can compare popular skins in both games, learn about prices and even get some investment tips.
M4A1-S Blue Phosphor
M4A1-S Blue Phosphor is one of the biggest winners in terms of the looks in CS2. Minimalistic skins are highly regarded in the community, but now it looks even more incredible. Considering its float value cannot exceed 0.08, you just have to consider investing into this awesome M4A1-S! Yeah, it’s price has already jumped a lot, but you never know where is the ceiling.
CS.MONEY’s Choice: M4A1-S Blue Phosphor Minimal Wear for around $970.
M4A4 Daybreak
Sun, sky, clouds… M4A4 Daybreak radiates the brightest aura! Interestingly, this skin has two separate price categories: everything above Field-Tested is much more expensive than Battle-Scarred and Well-Worn skins. It’s a great example how Float Value could be a significant price factor. Pick one well!
CS.MONEY’s Choice: M4A4 Daybreak Minimal Wear for around $360.
USP-S Lead Conduit
Another important skins category that benefited notably from the transition to CS2 is metallic-patterned skins. USP-S Lead Conduit is just the best option you can find: its body’s minimalist design is decent, and the its supressor is a pure work of art. We’re not even sure if you need to apply stickers to such a beauty. But if you do, consider something Gold!
CS.MONEY’s Choice: USP-S Lead Conduit Factory New for around $2.70.
Glock-18 Royal Legion
An astonishingly luxurious skin exuding aristocracy for a stunningly low price. Glock-18 Royal Legion‘s grip is leather-ish, and the upper metallic part is decorated with beautiful engravings. You can see oak leaves and acorns as the skin takes us on an imaginary stroll through beautiful scenery.
CS.MONEY’s Choice: Glock-18 Royal Legion Factory New for around $7.70.
Tec-9 Brass
More on metallic skins. Tec-9 Brass is one of the oldest skins in the game, but it received a magnificent visual upgrade in CS2. This is one of those cases where we can say “simple and clean.” Such skins make an excellent base for crafting, and considering the pistol’s geometry, stickers from DreamHack 2014 or Ninjas in Pyjamas with their colour palette could be great options.
CS.MONEY’s Choice: Tec-9 Brass Minimal Wear for around $6.20.
Desert Eagle Bronze Deco
Desert Eagle Bronze Deco is a pretty budget skin for Desert Eagle, which combines fascinating lines and a remarkable colour palette. Its metallic design in Counter-Strike 2 looks even better! You can enhance the skin’s appearance by adding golden tournament stickers, as they will fit very well.
CS.MONEY’s Choice: Desert Eagle Bronze Deco Factory New for around $3.20.
M4A4 The Battlestar
Closing the selection, we have M4A4 The Battlestar. It has something appealing: a touch of futurism, even though the colours are typical for contemporary military equipment, some mysterious energy, and a lot of cosmic power. Also, the large amount of small details will look more attractive in CS2.
CS.MONEY’s Choice: M4A4 The Battlestar Factory New for around $21.
Each of these skins looks better in CS2, and now you know it. Seize the opportunity; buy your perfect skin before someone else does!
