In Counter-Strike 2, cheap weapons have become more important than ever: short matches (MR12) don’t always let you build up the economy, so often players have to work with what they have enough money for. The most budget-friendly option is P250, but the cheapest doesn’t mean the worst. Today CS.MONEY Blog explains how to play with P250, names its weak and strong sides, and also shows four best P250 skins.
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P250: Strong Sides
Let’s start with the obvious part. P250’s trump card up the sleeve is its $300 price tag. It’s the most affordable pistol in CS2, besides the free USP-S and Glock-18. Because of this, P250 can be bought in literally any round: at least on the pistol, during the eco, or as a spare gun for a sniper.
Aside from the price tag, P250 has other strengths:
- High damage
- Slow damage reduction with increasing distance
- Relatively good armor-piercing capability
Each shot from P250 does 38 damage at point-blank range. If the target is wearing armor, the damage is reduced to 24. Due to this significant damage, P250 can kill with two hits, one to the head and one to the body, at a range of up to 23 metres. This puts it on the same shelf as the more expensive Five-SeveN and Tec-9.
It’s also worth noting an important nuance: P250’s characteristics tell that this weapon is a direct upgrade for starter pistols. Both USP-S and Glock-18 are inferior to it in half of the parameters. The difference between P250 and Glock-18 is even more obvious: the ability to one-tap from a distance of 40 metres is what Glock-18 can only dream about, while P250 can do that anytime, as long as aim does not fail.
P250: Weak Sides
P250 surely has noticeable weaknesses. The most important problem is its tiny volume of ammunition. Each magazine holds 13 rounds, which is average among pistols, but P250 has only three magazines: one in the pistol and two in the stock. Therefore, you can’t really spam like with Tec-9 or Berettas, as every bullet must be saved.
The second problem is its accuracy being below average. P250 has amazing damage, but already at 15 metres, its accuracy is not enough for 100% hit to the head. That’s why you should try to keep a short distance or crouch when shooting.
When to buy P250 and How to Play with it?
When its best to buy P250? How to play with it? In short, do it always if you have the opportunity. This is a great weapon that is perfectly suited for the role of a backup gun, especially for snipers, because AWP is too slow and close-range combats can be fatal.
It is also worth paying attention to P250 during eco and pistol rounds: its low price and standard kill reward pays off with just one frag. Moreover, a few players with P250s easily take out opponents in the blink of an eye. And as we already said, P250 is an upgrade for starter pistols that both sides will appreciate. Unless, surely, you’re a master of Desert Eagle.
Best Skins for P250 in CS2
Choosing a skin is a personal matter and often depends on individual preferences and budget. CS2 can offer as many as 47 skins for P250. CS.MONEY Blog highlighted four best P250 skins in terms of price-coolness ratio:
- P250 Supernova is a bright and colourful skin, easily recognisable, made for fans of space
- P250 Sand Dune is a legendary skin for minimalists, with its monochrome paint job inspired by the desert
- P250 Cartel, a black and white gangster’s classic, with a skull on the handle
- P250 Asiimov is a part of the famous Asiimov series, known for its futuristic design, a perfect combination of white, black and orange
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