Skins in Counter-Strike 2 serve as more than just cosmetic items. For many players, they are a source of pride, investment, and personal expression. Despite the perception that professional players may not be deeply invested in skins, several top players have shared their favorite and most expensive skins, revealing a diverse range of tastes and attitudes towards these digital assets. Notably, some professionals rent skins from traders to showcase fancy items at big events, which is why we sometimes see the same skins being used by different players.
sjuush
Favorite and Most Expensive Skin: Karambit Sapphire
Rasmus "sjuush" Beck recently made a significant investment in a Karambit Sapphire, expressing a mix of guilt and hope about the purchase. "I just bought a Karambit Sapphire. That's the most I've ever spent on a skin… I still feel bad about it, but I hope it's a good investment." Reflecting on past experiences, he added, "During Flashpoint, I bought an M9 Sapphire, and I sold it some weeks after. Now it's ten times the price. So I feel bad about that. But that's alright."
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broky
Favorite and Most Expensive Skin: Sapphire Doppler Butterfly Knife
Helvijs "broky" Saukants, on the other hand, has a clear favorite. "Sapphire Doppler Butterfly Knife, for sure."
ZywOo
Favorite and Most Expensive Skins: Dragon Lore, Karambit Gamma Doppler Emerald, Butterfly Sapphire Doppler, AWP Gungnir
Mathieu "ZywOo" Herbaut owns a range of high-value skins. "I have a Dragon Lore and a Karambit Gamma Doppler Emerald, a Butterfly Sapphire Doppler, so it would be one of those... Oh, and I have an AWP Gungnir too."
tabseN
Favorite Skin: None Most Expensive Skins: Huntsman Knife Sapphire, Huntsman Knife Purple
Johannes "tabseN" Wodarz takes a more minimalist approach, owning a couple of expensive skins but not caring much about them. "Nah, I have two huntsman knives, and they cost 1 thousand bucks. Huntsman Sapphire red one and purple one. I don't care about the skins."
KRIMZ
Favorite and Most Expensive Skin: Karambit Ruby
Freddy "KRIMZ" Johansson’s favorite skin is also his most expensive. "My favorite one is Karambit Ruby. I think that is pretty expensive; it's either that or the sapphire knife."
MAJ3R
Favorite Skin: AK-47 Fire Serpent Most Expensive Skin: None
Engin "MAJ3R" Küpeli prefers function over fancy. "My favorite skin is the Fire Serpent AK. I don't have a lot of skins, I don't have a knife. I'm not someone who really likes skins; I don't care, I play without skins, and it doesn't matter to me."
exit
Favorite Skin: AK-47 Wild Lotus Most Expensive Skin: Wise Gloves
Raphael "exit" Lacerda has a preference for floral designs. "My favorite skin is the AK-47 Wild Lotus. My most expensive skins are my Wise Gloves."
While some professional players rent skins for big events, others make significant investments in their favorite items. This diversity in preferences, ranging from high-value investments to minimalist approaches, underscores the personal connection many players have with their skins. Whether for pride, strategic investment, or sheer personal enjoyment, skins remain an essential and vibrant part of the CS experience, captivating both players and fans alike.
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