Most Expensive CS2 Cases

Many gamers regularly trade, buy and sell CS:GO weapon skins, but did you know that various CS2 weapon cases can be an expensive commodity themselves? There are many CS2 cases, particularly old cases that are more difficult to get, that are quite expensive by themselves. The prices of some old cases have skyrocketed over the past few years due to their limited availability, high demand, and the increasing popularity of CS2.

Several factors such as rarity, case drop rates, and the value of certain skins influence the prices of CS2 cases. Some weapon cases hold unique skins that are often times very expensive, and many gamers are taking a gamble, hoping that when they open the weapon case they’ll receive one of the extremely expensive items. Some of the most expensive CS2 cases to open feature rare skins, like the AWP Dragon Lore, and make it easy for you to get back your investment.

However, if you’re one of the gamers who doesn’t enjoy the risk of opening cases, they can be sold for a lot of money! Players can trade or sell their cases directly to other players or through trading platforms. Trading is a popular method for acquiring or selling old cases, especially those with limited availability. Even if you’re not an active CS2 player, chances are you have various unopened CS2 cases simply sitting around your inventory, that you can put to good use. These often contain desirable skins, and can easily be worth quite a lot of money unopened. The value of these cases is subject to change based on market demand and other factors. It’s not an exaggeration that you might be sitting on hundreds of dollars, without even knowing about it!

If you want to get rid of some of your weapon cases, we’ve got you covered! Here are the most expensive weapon cases currently available in CS2!

What are the most expensive cases in CS2?

There are many cases available at the moment in CS2. The most expensive cases often carry skins worth a lot of real money. Players who sell CS2 skins are often on a lookout for these weapon cases. The ranking of the most expensive CS2 cases is subject to change due to market fluctuations and demand. The most expensive CS2 cases in the game are:

1. CS:GO Weapon Case
2. Operation Bravo Case
3. Operation Hydra Weapon Case
4. CS:GO Weapon Case 2
5. CS:GO Weapon Case 3
6. Huntsman Weapon Case
7. eSports 2013 Winter Case
8. Operation Broken Fang Case

Before making a purchase or sale decision, always review the current prices and contents of each case to assess their value and potential profitability.

Here’s an in-depth look at each of the most expensive CS2 cases in the game:

CS:GO Weapon Case

One of the most expensive weapon cases in the game, and not without a good reason. This was the first weapon case added to Counter Strike: Global Offensive, marking a completely new age for the game. This historic weapon case introduced a number of different classic weapon skins, which are still extremely expensive to this day. CS:GO Weapon Case contains such vintage classics as AK-47 Case Hardened, which to this day is one of the most expensive CS2 skins, or the famous AWP Lightning Strike. Certain skins in this case, such as the AK-47 Case Hardened, are especially valuable and highly sought by collectors and players.

Besides the awesome gun skins, CS:GO Weapon Case includes a large number of awesome and rare knife skins, such as Bayonet Fade, and even the legendary Karambit Blue Gem pattern, the extremely rare Case Hardened variant. The case is also known for containing rare knives, which are highly sought after by collectors and significantly increase its value. You have a relatively high chance of getting your money back with this weapon case, since almost all the skin above Mil-Spec grade will at least let you break even. If you don’t want to take any chances, however, you can always sell this CS2 weapon case for around $81.95.

The best skins from the CS:GO weapon case are:

1. AWP - Lightning Strike
2. AK-47 - Case Hardened
3. Desert Eagle - Hypnotic
4. Glock-18 - Dragon Tattoo
5. M4A1-S - Dark Water

Operation Bravo Case

Operation Bravo was the second operation update released in CS:GO, and brought many skins with it. Like with the previous operation, gamers were able to open them in the Operation Bravo case. This particular weapon case drops many graphically impressive CS2 weapon skins, such as P2000 Foam or the P90 Emeral Dragon. Still, the main reason that most gamers try to open the Operation Bravo case is the super rare skin for the AK-47, Fire Serpent. It’s one of the most expensive skins for this popular Assault Rifle, and many gamers are willing to take the gamble with this CS2 case.

Collectors are particularly interested in the Operation Bravo Case due to its rare and exclusive skins. In addition to the rare AK-47 skin, it also features weapon skins for classic knives, like the Karambit, Bayonet, Flip Knife, and the highly sought-after butterfly knife. The inclusion of rare knives, especially the butterfly knife, adds significantly to the case's desirability. Because of this, Bravo Case is one of the most expensive CS2 cases in the game. If you’d like to try your luck with this weapon case, it can be yours for around $56.64.

The best skins from the Bravo Case are:

1. AK-47 - Fire Serpent
2. Desert Eagle - Golden Koi
3. AWP - Graphite
4. P2000 - Ocean Foam
5. P90 - Emerald Dragon

Operation Hydra Weapon Case

Another operation CS2 case, Operation Hydra is mostly known for its selection of awesome Covert grade skins. It's one o fthe classic and most expensive CS2 cases in the game. The AWP Oni Taiji available in this case openings is one of the best AWP skins in the game, and the rare Five-SeveN Hyper Beast is one of the best skins you can get for that weapon. It's one of the best cases to open if you want to get your money back as well, since almost all of the weapon skins inside that are above the Restricted grade will get you your money back.

The Operation Hydra weapon case also contains a range of gloves skins, however, their price greatly varies. While you'll always get your money's back if you open gloves from the Operation Hydra weapon case, some of them are barely worth $60, while others are well above the $1000 range. Still, this is one of the most expensive CS 2 cases, so if you have it in your inventory, you can sell your Operation Hydra weapon case for around $27.73.

The best cases from Operation Hydra case are:

1. AWP - Oni Taij
2. Five-SeveN - Hyper Beast
3. M4A4 - Hellfire
4. Galil AR - Sugar Rush
5. Dual Berettas - Cobra Strike

CS:GO Weapon Case 2

This less popular brother of the original CS:GO Weapon Case is still quite attractive, and has several awesome-looking skins inside, even if they aren’t that expensive. The CS:GO Weapon Case 2 remains interesting to many players due to its unique skin selection and historical significance. AWP Blood In The Water and P90 Cold Blooded are both visually impressive skins, that will get you your money back if you manage to open them. However, since this weapon case contains a smaller number of expensive skins, it’s also significantly cheaper that the original CS:GO Weapon Case. Nonetheless, it continues to be one of the most expensive cases in CS2.

While it lacks some of the awesome and expensive skins you can find in other CS2 cases in the game, it’s still one of the cheapest cases on the market if you want to try opening one of the original CS:GO Knives. Still, with average luck, you should probably just consider selling it. The CS:GO Weapon Case 2 can be sold to other players for around $18.

The best weapon skins in the CS:GO Weapon Case 2 are:

1. SSG 08 - Blood in the Water
2. USP-S - Serum
3. P90 - Cold Blooded
4. Dual Berettas - Hemoglobin
5. MP9 - Hypnotic

CS:GO Weapon Case 3

One of the best CS2 cases to open if you’re looking for pistol skins, CS:GO Weapon Case 3 is another one of the weapon cases in the Arms Deal collection. This is the least expensive of the CS:GO Weapon Case series, and one that doesn’t have any expensive skin inside. This doesn’t mean that the skin inside are bad, however. CS:GO Weapon Case 3 features many awesome classics like the USP-S Stainless or the CZ75-Auto Victoria. Also, since the weapon case is relatively cheap on the marketplace, it’s worth opening, since it’s quite easy to break even.

Still, if you don’t want to take the risk, or simply don’t need to unlock any new pistol skins, there’s a possibility that you’d simply like to sell it. Despite everything, it’s still one of the most expensive CS2 cases. In this case, you can sell the CS:GO Weapon Case 3 on the Steam Market for around $10.99.

The most expensive skins from the CS:GO Weapon Case 3 are:

1. CZ75-Auto - Victoria
2. P250 - Undertow
3. CZ75-Auto - The Fuschia Is Now
4. Five-SeveN - Copper Galaxy
5. Desert Eagle - Heirloom

Before you decide to open or sell this case, note the current market price to avoid missing out on potential profit or overpaying.

Huntsman Weapon Case

Great pick for the gamer who likes to gamble, the Huntsman weapon case is relatively cheap, but can land you some awesome weapon skins, which is why it remains one of the most expensive CS2 cases. The highlight here is definitely the AK-47 Vulcan, which can reach $900 on the Steam market. Since the CS2 case is actually available for only $10, it also features many other awesome skins that can help you get your money back. M4A1-S Atomic Alloy, SCAR-20 Cyrex, and USP-S Caiman will all net you some serious cash. Some of the skins in this case are considered highly valuable by players and collectors due to their rarity and demand. Still, other, more common skins that can be opened in this case are all relatively cheap, even for Factory New versions, meaning that you need to really get lucky, if you want to break even.

Besides gun skins, this weapon case has also introduced the Huntsman Knife to CS:GO, with its deadly and rugged look. Players have a chance to open special rarity Huntsman Knife skins, which is why most gamers choose to buy this CS2 case. If you plan on selling yours, you can get around $10.46 for your Huntsman Weapon Case.

The best skins you can get from the Huntsman Case are:

1. M4A4 - Desert-Strike
2. AK-47 - Vulcan
3. USP-S - Caiman
4. SCAR-20 - Cyrex
5. M4A1-S - Atomic Alloy

eSports 2013 Winter Case

The second eSports case added to the game, eSports 2013 Winter Case is the first weapon case on the list that is cheaper than $10, and you will get your money back as long as you open any skin that’s above the Mil-Spec grade. By purchasing and opening the eSports 2013 Winter Case, you also help support the eSports community and professional teams, as proceeds from sales contribute to the broader eSports ecosystem. The case actually has some awesome skins, including Desert Eagle Cobalt Disruption, one of the best weapon skins for the Desert Eagle. Other highlights of this weapon case feature the AWP Electric Hive and the classic AK-47 Blue Laminate.

Most importantly, this CS2 case is a perfect source of cheap skins for the Talon Knife, Karambit, and other classic CS2 knives. Because of this, you can sell it on the Steam market for around $8.87, making it one of the cheapest out of all expensive CS2 cases.

The best weapon skins from the eSports 2013 Winter Case are:

1. M4A4 | X-Ray
2. Desert Eagle | Cobalt Disruption
3. AWP | Electric Hive
4. FAMAS | Afterimage
5. P90 | Blind Spot

Operation Broken Fang Case

Another weapon case perfect for gamers who like to gamble, Operation Broken Fang introduced many awesome and expensive skins to the game, with a couple of them being available inside this weapon case. Most notable is definitely the Printstream skin for the M4A4, together with the Glock-18 Noir, both absolute classics for their respective weapons. If you beat the odds and unlock anything above the restricted rarity, you’ll definitely get your money back, even if this is one of the most expensive cases in CS2. The cost of the Operation Broken Fang Case is justified by the potential to obtain high-value gloves and skins, which significantly increases its market value compared to other cases.

Still, the main reasons that gamers still purchase this weapon case are the various expensive gloves skins that you can open inside. Many of the Operation Broken Fang gloves are well above the $1000 level, making it a great choice for the players who decide to gamble. If that’s not you, you’ll probably be happy to learn that you can sell the Operation Broken Fang case for around $6.13.

The best skins from the Operation Broken Fange are:

1. CZ75 Auto - Vendetta
2. P90 - Cocoa Rampage
3. G3SG1 - Digital Mesh
4. Galil AR - Vandal
5. P250 - Containment

In Conclusion

If you have any weapon cases in your inventory, you should definitely think before opening them. While it's always fun to gamble on getting rare CS2 skins, selling your weapon case will always bring you guaranteed money. If you liked this guide, make sure to check out the rest of the Skincashier blog, for more tips, guides and top lists for Counter Strike 2!