Top 10 Skins That Look Better in Counter Strike 2

Counter Strike 2 has been out for 2 months already and you still haven’t put together a decent loadout? Well, worry no more, because we’re here to help you. Source 2 arrived to the CS:GO community with loads of new visual capabilities including much better looking skins.

Check out this article to find out which weapon finishes look better in Counter Strike 2 and get ready to revamp your old CSGO inventory.

Top 10 Best Skins in Counter Strike 2

Although Valve immediately announced that many skins in CS2 would get a visual upgrade, no one expected it to appear as noticeable differences as it turned out. Instead, the now-famous items not only have more vibrant colors, but also often differ in the superimposed patterns. So today we’ll show you our favorite weapon finishes that we think look better in the new game. Remember, if you are getting ready to put together a new collection, you can sell old CS2 skins at the best prices and for instant cash on SkinCashier.

M4A1-S Hot Rod

Hot Rod is an iconic red skin that first appeared in the game in 2015 with the “The Hunter and the Hunted” update. The M4A1-S version was already popular in Global Offensive, but the improved lights on CS2 maps have given it a whole new look. Now its metallic sheen and blood red color actually stand out against other red items, which are just so-so.

• Flavor Text: Automatic. Systematic. Hydromatic.
• Lowest Steam Price: $650.45
• Highest Steam Price: $727.85

Five-SeveN Hyper Beast

Hyper Beast is one of the most popular Five-SeveN skins ever released on Steam. Its exterior is a beautiful combination of colors, tied together by a unique design that actually depicts a beast-like creature. And while it may have seemed like it couldn’t look any better, when Counter Strike 2 came out, we found that the colors were even more vibrant in the new version, increasing that beautiful contrast between the two. If you’re looking for a worthwhile item for your collection, this is definitely it.

• Flavor Text: We’re all monsters
• Lowest Steam Price: $17.76
• Highest Steam Price: $76.58

AWP Sun in Leo

Sun in Leo is a stunning skin for the legendary AWP rifle, featuring a purple base layer and unique star constellation patterns. Although it may have seemed that it would be one of the most popular weapon finishes in Global Offensive from the day it was released, it seems that its potential was wasted in the previous installment of the game. Its color was faded and the stars were barely visible. Now, however, the situation is completely different, and Sun in Leo has finally joined the ranks of the game’s most prized items.

• Flavor Text: It’s going to be a rough month for your enemies
• Lowest Steam Price: $9.96
• Highest Steam Price: $21.99

AWP Gungir

Gungir is a skin that is part of the Norse collection and was added to the game in 2019 with the “Operation Shattered Web” update. Admittedly, it’s hard to say that it looked bad in the previous game. After all, the status of one of the most expensive items in Counter Strike history doesn’t come from nowhere. However, in CS2, its pearlescent blue color and design straight out of Atlantis look even more impressive. And while we know that few people can afford to add it to their collection, not including Gungir in our list would be an unforgivable mistake.

• Flavor Text: A weapon for the Allfather
• Lowest Steam Price: $6.689.28
• Highest Steam Price: $10,919.87

Desert Eagle Printstream

Printstream skins are a staple of many CS gear, and the Desert Eagle variant is amongst the most popular of them all. The Counter Strike community is full of die-hard fans of this trusty gun, so they are always looking for ways to spruce it up. This iconic weapon finish is ideal not only for white-loadout enthusiasts but also for all people who enjoy unique items that can enhance their collections. So if you like minimalist designs, and you are fond of the pristine look, Printstream is perfect for you. Especially now that its outer layer has the ability to beautifully reflect the light used in CS2 maps.

• Flavor Text: WHITE_1; BLACK_1; PEARLESCENT_1;
• Lowest Steam Price: $22.25
• Highest Steam Price: $77.59

Glock-18 Twilight Galaxy

Glock-18 Twilight Galaxy is a skin straight from the Chop Shop collection, which was added to Counter Strike: Global Offensive in 2015. Its case is very similar to Sun in Leo, where it seemed to have a lot of potential from the beginning, but due to the fact that its colors were heavily toned down and the metallic coating was not visible at all, the item was lumped in with many other regular-looking skins. Now, however, thanks to Source 2’s new capabilities, it has taken on a whole new look and actually looks like a Twilight Galaxy. We recommend investing in it quickly, as selling it in the future can bring a lot of profit.

• Flavor Text: Stars are just pin pricks at the darkness
• Lowest Steam Price: $145.61
• Highest Steam Price: $185.90

Five-SeveN Copper Galaxy

Copper Galaxy is a predecessor to Twilight Galaxy, which appeared in CS:GO a year earlier, along with the “Introducing the CZ75-Auto” update. Their designs are basically identical except for the fact that the top of this version, is covered with copper metallic paint, instead of a blue one. However, as with the Chop Shop collection’s variant, its colors were also muted and inexpressive. It is only in Counter Strike 2 that you can see what it should really look like and appreciate its exterior.

• Flavor Text: Stars are just pin pricks at the darkness
• Lowest Steam Price: $8.45
• Highest Steam Price: $9.25

AUG Carved Jade

The AUG is one of the most popular weapons in Counter Strike. Carved Jade, however, is one of the most popular skins among green loadout fans. However, while people have always liked it, none of them really LOVED it. Its green chrome base layer just seemed a bit basic, and the black elements didn’t stand out much either. However, as soon as Counter Strike 2 was released, gamers went to literal shock, as suddenly the Carved Jade became one of the best-looking items in the monochrome world. After many years, you could even see its jade-green anodized effect! Therefore, if you are a fan of the natural/grassy look, don’t walk, but RUN to the Steam Community Market or SkinsMonkey. There, you can trade old CS:GO skins for brand-new CS2 items.

• Flavor Text: The finest of the finer things
• Lowest Steam Price: $14.28
• Highest Steam Price: $21.15

Doppler Knife Skins

Here we will not give any specific item, but instead talk about a wide series of items, called Doppler knives. These finishes are available for most of the blades in Counter Strike. What’s more, people can choose from 7 different color versions, which have all been coated with beautiful metallic paints capable of reflecting the light that appears on the maps. Sounds cool, right? Well, it is indeed cool. It was even cool already in Global Offensive. But in Counter Strike 2, it’s a completely different story. Now Doppler skins are a real work of art, and as soon as someone pulls one out during a match, everyone’s eyes follow him. In truth, they look like a completely different in-game object.

• Flavor Text: The finest of the finer things

AK-47 Neon Revolution

Finally, we introduce an iconic piece that has been a staple of all neon-themed inventories for many years. Neon Revolution is a beautiful mix of three colors: black, bright green and hot pink. In theory, it sounds like a recipe for disaster, but when the Gamma 2 collection came out, it turned out to be a great idea. And while this object was already a hit in the game’s previous installation, it has now become a cult favorite because its colors have been greatly enhanced, making the contrast between them even more impressive. If you’re thinking of adding this object to your collection, we recommend doing so now, as it’s likely to become increasingly expensive over the next few years.

• Flavor Text: No suicide squad would be complete without it
• Lowest Steam Price: $16.07
• Highest Steam Price: $52.58

Conclusions

As you can see, Counter Strike 2 takes some of the classic skins to a whole new level. With the new visual capabilities of Source 2, players can now enjoy a better-looking loadout. So go ahead, sell your old CS:GO skins on SkinCashier and invest in a brand new CS2 inventory.