Skins are the primary currency in Counter-Strike 2, but obtaining a desired skin might require significant spending on cases. CS2 cases are considered one of the best investments as their value tends to increase over time, especially for cases containing the most valuable skins. In this selection, we'll look at the priciest cases in the game.
It should be noted that Valve has made changes in how players can acquire cases in recent updates. This has made methods like idle-servers less relevant. Regular players often wonder, which CS2 case is the most sought after? There are 41 cases available in the game, but some of them cannot be acquired as a reward after a match.
#15. "Shattered Web" Case
On November 19, 2019, another case tied to the "Shattered Web" operation was introduced. This case is priced at around $4.6 on the Steam marketplace, and opening it requires a key priced at about $20.
Inside the case are 17 skins of various rarities, but what's most intriguing is that this case introduced 4 new types of knives:
- Nomad Knife
- Paracord Knife
- Skeleton Knife
- Survival Knife
From this case, you can get knives in 52 different variations. The most expensive knife, however, is the Skeleton Knife | Crimson Web, starting at a whopping $1.7k!
#14. "Broken Fang" Operation Case
The "Broken Fang" case was released on December 4, 2020, in conjunction with the eponymous operation. This case is considered "operational", and the chance of acquiring it post-game is quite slim, thus it is priced at about $4.85.
Should you decide to unbox this case, you'd also need to purchase a key, which costs about $13.
Inside this case are 17 skins, including 7 mil-spec, 5 restricted, 3 classified, and 2 covert items. Moreover, this case offers 24 different types of gloves!
From this case, one can obtain the coveted M4A1-S | Printstream, priced starting at $160.
#13. Glove Case
The "Glove" operation case was released simultaneously with the operation of the same name. This case became available on December 4, 2020, and starts its price at $5.3. Each case is sold with a key, which costs around $15. Inside this case, you can find 17 skins, including 7 mil-spec, 5 restricted, 3 classified, and 2 covert items.
This case brought the first gloves to CS2! The most expensive among them currently are the Sport Gloves | Superconductor, valued at $1,380.
#12. "Riptide"
The "Riptide" operation case, which is part of the battle pass of the same-named operation, is a weapon case containing 17 paint variations created by the player community. This case was released on September 22, 2021, and its current price is around $5.9.
From this case, 30 different knife designs are also available. However, the most expensive among them are the Shadow Daggers | Freehand, priced at $250.
#11. Operation "Breakout" Weapon Case
The Operation "Breakout" weapon case offers a unique set of skins designed by the player community as part of the operation with the same name. This case contains 14 exclusive skins released in the update of July 1, 2014. Originally, the case was only available to those who owned the "Breakthrough" coin, but after the operation ended on October 2, 2014, it became available to all Counter-Strike: Global Offensive players. The price of this case is $6.7.
This case is distinct in that it only contains one type of knife — the "Butterfly Knife". The most expensive knife from this case is the Butterfly Knife | Blue Steel, priced at over $1,400!
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#10. "Winter Offensive" Weapon Case
The "Winter Offensive" weapon case is a special set of skins containing 12 unique skin designs created by the gaming community. This case was released as part of the update from December 18, 2013, and to open it, you need a Winter Offensive Case Key. This key isn't easy to get, as the "Winter Offensive" case became a rare drop since the release of the Vanguard operation. The price of this case is $7!
In this box, you'll find an amazing 60 different knife skin variations! The most expensive one is the Karambit | Fade, with prices starting at $3,435.
#9. Summer eSports Case 2014
The Summer eSports Case 2014 is a true treasure for collectors and fans of Counter-Strike 2. This case is priced at $7.7!
It was introduced in the game as part of a major update on July 10, 2014, and caused a real buzz in the gaming community. This case contains 17 unique weapon skins, developed and created by Valve.
The most interesting feature of this case is that a portion of the profits from the sale of eSports keys goes to support and develop eSports in CS. This allows players not only to enrich their collection with unique items but also to contribute to the growth and prosperity of eSports in the world of Counter-Strike.
From this case, you can unbox up to 65 different knife paint variations, with the most expensive being the Bayonet | Fade, starting at $1.6k.
#8. Winter eSports Case 2013
The next case is very reminiscent of the previous one and has an almost identical system, but its price is higher and is $9.1. Inside this case, you'll find 3 secret items and 65 knife skins.
Desert Eagle | Cobalt Disruption is the most expensive item in this collection, excluding knives. This skin costs around $100.
#7. CS:GO Weapon Case 3
The CS:GO Weapon Case 3 was introduced in the game in an update that took place on February 12, 2014. It was a time when the CZ75-Auto was added to the game as a special pistol. To open this case, you'll need the standard CS:GO Case Key. The price of such a case starts from $9.45.
However, the skin for the CZ75-Auto called Victoria is valued at only $6.
#6. Huntsman Weapon Case
The Huntsman Weapon Case is the second case created by the player community. This box contains 22 weapon skins. Its cost starts from $10.45.
It was released on May 1, 2014, alongside the Bank Collection. To open it, you'll need the Huntsman Weapon Case Key. The chance of getting a Huntsman Knife from this case is quite rare. However, on June 11, 2014, the Huntsman Weapon Case was updated due to copyright infringement. M4A4 | Howl was significantly altered and reclassified as contraband, and five other weapon skins were removed due to their creator's connection with the M4A4 | Howl. Six new weapon skins replaced the removed ones. Still, all deleted skins can still be obtained through trade contracts, except for the M4A4 | Howl.
From this case, only 13 different variations of the Huntsman Knife can be obtained, and the most expensive among them is the Huntsman Knife | Fade, which starts at $841.
#5. CS:GO Weapon Case 2
CS:GO Weapon Case 2 was introduced to the Valve game as part of the November 6, 2013 update, making the CS:GO Weapon Case a quite rare drop. To unlock this case, you'll need the standard CS:GO Case Key. Currently, this case is priced at $15.8!
Inside this case, you can find 12 different weapon skins, but the most vibrant and expensive among them is the SSG 08 | Blood in the Water, valued at $125.
#4. Operation “Hydra” Case
The "Hydra" case features weapon skins designed by the gaming community, as well as new gloves released alongside the "Hydra" operation in the May 23, 2017 update. These gloves were an exclusive drop for operation pass holders. To unlock this case, the "Operation Hydra Case Key" is required. The cost of such a case today is $29.8.
This case features 24 types of gloves. The most valuable among them are the Sport Gloves | Hedge Maze, available on the market for around $1.2k.
#3. eSports Case 2013
The eSports Case 2013 is the second weapon case released in CS:GO, introduced to the game during the "Arms Deal" update on August 14, 2013. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of eSports case keys goes to support the Counter-Strike esports community. Since the introduction of the winter eSports 2013 case, this box has become an extremely rare drop. At the time of publication, the price of such a case is $45.
Among the skins in this collection, the AWP | BOOM stands out, with a price reaching $120!
#2. Operation “Bravo” Case
The "Operation Bravo" case includes 15 weapon skins created by Valve and was released on September 19, 2013. Since the launch of "Operation Bravo", this case has been available to all players. However, owners of the "Operation Bravo" pass had a higher chance of receiving it as a drop. This case can be opened with a standard weapon case key. After the end of "Operation Bravo", this case became an extremely rare drop. Currently, its price is $58.4.
Among the skins from this collection, the AK-47 | Fire Serpent stands out, with prices starting at $750.
#1. CS:GO Weapon Case
The CS:GO Weapon Case was the first weapon case added to Counter-Strike: Global Offensive as part of the Arms Deal update on August 14, 2013. It was introduced alongside the eSports 2013 case. This case is considered a rare drop after matches on VAC servers and contains nine unique weapon skins created by Valve. Additionally, the CS:GO Weapon Case first introduced knife skins as part of Arms Deal. One of them, Case Hardened, is available for AK-47 and several knives and may have very valuable "blue gems". To open this case, you need a CS:GO Case Key, the same as for its successor — the CS:GO Weapon Case 2. Currently, the price for this case starts at $96.
Among the skins from this collection, the AWP | Lightning Strike stands out, priced at $950, making it the rarest skin in the collection.
With the upcoming release of the new shooter version — Counter-Strike 2, we can expect a significant increase in the price of all in-game cases, especially those containing weapons with a color-shifting effect. There's still time to cash in ;)
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