Knives in Counter Strike 2 (CS2) are priced possessions which players use to sneak up behind enemies and make a kill. Using CS2 knives at times could be dangerous considering their inability to make long-range kills. Similarly, it is also utterly dangerous to use them in surprise attacks without being spotted first. But all these have not eroded the excitement that comes with owning CS knives. They are still priced possessions to handle especially when they are used effectively. Counter-Strike 2 players also do not relent in their quest to get the best-looking CS2 knives in the game. Therefore, there has been a lot of discussion on CS2 knives ranging from the best of the lot to the most expensive and unique skin types to adorn a knife with. Here, we will shed more light on all of that and more. Let’s get started with… 

The Evolution of CS2 Knife Skins: A Historical Perspective

From geographical regions, events, periods in history and even celebrities, Valve Corporation (makers of Counter Strike) has interwoven a lot of human history into Counter Strike since its release in 2012. For knives/cutters/blades/carvers, the default one in the game is somewhat an ordinary kitchen-like-looking knife. However, with the introduction of the CSGO Weapon Case in August 2013, various blade skins were introduced as Rare Special items. The first of these were the likes of Karambiit, Bayonet, M9 Bayonet, Gut, and Flip knives which all came into the Counter Strike community and brought lots of excitement.

Today, there are about 20 types of CS2 Knifes to play with in the game. All of these knives are classified as covert-grade equipment with a star prefix in their names. In addition, some now have StatTrakTM features which track and display the number of kills made with them. It can be clearly seen that in the years that followed, the idea that birthed CS2 knives has seen the emergence of countless knives, and knife skins to the delight of players. This expansion coupled with the surge in demand for them has also been the driving force of the Steam Community Market where cuttr skins now have economic value.

Types of Knives in Counter Strike

1. Karambit
2. Gut knife
3. Flip Knife
4. Talon Knife
5. Ursus Knife
6. Marble fade
7. Bowie knife
8. M9 Bayonet
9. Stiletto knife
10. Navaja knife
11. Nomad knife
12. Survival knife
13. Butterfly knife
14. Falchion knife
15. Skeleton Knife
16. Paracord knife
17. Huntsman knife
18. Shadow Daggers

As can be seen, there is a wide variety of CS2 knives with each having its unique name, skin/features and player appeal. There is the elegant ageless classic Bowie knife, the elegant butterfly blade to the uniquely curved Karambit. There is a unique blade type for everyone on Counter Strike. In addition, these blades also sell at different prices. The likes of the Karambit with the Karambit Case Hardened Blue Gem skin, the Skeleton knife with the Skeleton Knife Crimson Web skin, Talon knife with the Talon Knife Doppler Ruby skin are some of the most expensive knife skins in CS2. Their prices are in the thousands of dollars. Be that as it may, the likes of  Shadow Daggers | Rust Coat (Battle-Scarred), Navaja Knife | Stained (Field-Tested), Gut Knife | Rust Coat (Battle-Scarred) and Bowie Knife | Boreal Forest (Battle-Scarred) are some cheap knife and knife skins in CS.

How to Get Knives and Knife Skins in CS2

In Counter-Strike, there are numerous ways to obtain knives and knife skins ranging from free weekly drops, trading with other players, opening weapon cases, etc. The value of a knife has a lot to do with where it was gotten. Rare and unique knives are seldomly gotten at no cost, while more common knives are easily gotten through drops.

Opening Weapon Cases

Weapon cases or containers as they are called sometimes are usually awarded to CS players with a Prime Status every week via weekly care drops. These containers can be opened with keys and inside them, there is an array of in-game essentials including knives. Some types of weapon cases that contain random skins include Kilowatt Case, Recoil Case, Revolution Case, Fracture Cae, etc.

In-game Weekly Care Package Drop

Similar to weapon cases, players with Prime Status also get to earn new knives via weekly care package drops. This drop comes twice per week and can be either a graffiti, skin or weapon case. Inside each care package, a random skin type will be included for the player as part of the care package. The player would then have to redeem this care package once within 7 days.

Trading with Other Players

Due to the economic value CS2 knife skins have evolved to have, they are traded for money within the Steam market community using the market functionality feature. Players who own knife skins of high value readily put them up for sale in the marketplace at a price deemed a premium for the skin’s worth. This is one of the quickest ways to acquire a knife in the game. However, like in all trades, the buyer will have to part with some payment.

Free to Play Platform

CSGOFAST is a free to play platform for CS players who enjoy trying their luck and winning skins. With a variety of simple and engaging games, daily giveaways, and a friendly community, it’s a reliable place to trade and win. Join today and see what you can win.

Conclusion

In summary, CS2 might never be what it is today without the inclusion of knives as a weapon in the game. Though their use might be limited to making a few discrete close skills or for attack/defence purposes in close combats, there is a surge of excitement that comes with using them right. Thus, we will still be seeing knives in CS2 for a very long time. More so with the option of upgrading their looks with some unique and rare skin types, their economic value will equally keep appreciating in the Steam Community Market.