Have you often heard about souvenir items in Counter-Strike 2? If so, you've probably wondered where these items come from or which ones are the most beautiful.
To answer all your questions about souvenir items in Counter-Strike 2 once and for all, we've written this material, where we've gathered answers to the most popular questions related to souvenir items. We've also compiled a list of the most beautiful souvenir skins in Counter-Strike 2.
What are you even talking about?
In the world of CS2, souvenir items are more than just weapon skins; they are symbols of professional esports tournaments. These unique items, ranging from weapon skins and stickers to exclusive cases, are not just pixels on a screen, but coveted collectibles that reflect the spirit of competition in CS2.
For beginners, let's delve into what souvenir skins in CS2 actually are. These limited edition items, available only during major esports events sponsored by Valve, such as majors, are not simply handed out to every player. To receive them, you need to link your Steam account with Twitch and attend live broadcasts of these significant tournaments. The allure of souvenir skins lies in their exclusivity and the prestige they carry - they are equipped with special designs, team and player signatures, and references to memorable games. They are a mark of respect for dedicated fans, embodying the essence of Counter-Strike 2's competitive spirit.
With over 300 variations, each souvenir skin in CS2 tells its own story, adorned with golden stickers that denote the tournament, participating teams, and the specific match they belong to. For example, a skin from the Paris Major 2023 will proudly display golden stickers of the tournament, map, and teams that clashed in that particular game.
Watching a broadcast doesn't guarantee a skin drop in your inventory. At most, you can sell it for a decent sum. Or you could try your luck and pull a more expensive item. But, as with cases, the chances of getting a really cool item are slim but not zero.
Currently, there are 123 souvenir sets in Counter-Strike 2. The most expensive is the Cologne 2016 Cobblestone Souvenir Package, which will cost you over 2 thousand dollars.
Best Souvenir Skins In CS2
In this section, we won't make a top list, as all souvenir items are beautiful and unique in their own way. All we can do is show you the top ten from different collections.
Souvenir Desert Eagle | Hand Cannon
The most ambiguous skin on our list. However, it has its own freezing effect. It's like looking at it reminds you of something long forgotten.
- Price Range: $180 – $900
- Quality: Restricted
- Collection: The Cobblestone Collection
Souvenir AWP | Dragon Lore
AWP Dragon Lore is indeed a legendary skin, known for its rarity and high value. Appearing in the Cobblestone collection, which was introduced during Operation Breakout in 2014, this skin quickly gained popularity among players and collectors. The souvenir version of Dragon Lore, especially notable for its distinctive design and prestige, was available as a drop in major CS:GO tournaments from Cologne 2014 to the ELEAGUE Major in Boston in 2018.
- Price: $40,000+
- Rarity: Covert Collection
- Collection: The Cobblestone
Souvenir M4A1-S | Knight
M4A1-S Knight from the Cobblestone collection is another legendary item, highly valued by the gaming community. This stylish black skin on the M4A1-S has won the hearts of fans due to its rarity and aesthetic appeal. The souvenir version of the M4A1-S Knight is one of the rarest skins in CS2, with only 10 containers offering a chance to obtain it. Like the AWP Dragon Lore, Knight last appeared in 2018, coinciding with the removal of the Cobblestone map from competitive play.
- Price: $2,000+
- Rarity: Classified
- Collection: The Cobblestone
Souvenir USP-S | Purple DDPAT
The USP-S Purple DDPAT skin in CS2 was added during Operation Riptide. Unlike other rare items, it has a moderate price. Released as part of the Mirage Paris 2023 Souvenir Package, it is also available through the Antwerp 2022 and Rio 2022 packages. As part of the Mirage Collection, this skin is associated with the Mirage map, the only one that has been present at all major CS:GO tournaments, adding special value to it.
- Price Range: $2 – $15
- Quality: Mil-Spec
- Collection: The 2021 Mirage Collection
Souvenir AK-47 | Gold Arabesque
The AK-47 Gold Arabesque skin in CS2 is a combination of the popularity of the AK-47 and the Gold Arabesque design, making it one of the best in its category. Introduced during Operation Riptide in 2021, it was available in the Dust II Rio 2022, Antwerp 2022, and Stockholm 2021 Souvenir Packages. Its ongoing availability makes it a coveted item in the CS:GO community.
- Rarity: Covert
- Collection: The 2021 Dust 2
- Price: $1600+
Souvenir M4A4 | Eye of Horus
One of the youngest skins in Counter-Strike. This beauty was added to the game on April 25, 2023, along with The Anubis Collection. It can still be obtained from the Anubis Collection Package, which costs $2 on the marketplace.
- Rarity: Covert
- Collection: The Anubis
- Price: $900+
Souvenir M4A1-S | Welcome to the Jungle
This M4A1-S skin is made for playing on desert maps like Mirage. Plus, with M4A1-S | Welcome to the Jungle, you can coolly stand in Jungle. But jokes aside, the item was added to the game on December 3, 2020, along with The Ancient Collection. That was when Operation Broken Fang was taking place.
- Rarity: Covert
- Collection: The Ancient
- Price: $1200+
Souvenir AWP | Desert Hydra
Ending our list spectacularly, we present another AWP skin - Desert Hydra. Like the purple DDPAT, it's part of the Mirage collection and was available in the Mirage souvenir packages at the Antwerp 2022, Paris 2023, and Rio 2022 tournaments. In terms of price, it significantly differs from the USP-S skin but is not as expensive as the legendary Dragon Lore. Desert Hydra is somewhere in between these two extremes, making it expensive, but not incredibly so.
- Rarity: Covert
- Collection: The 2021 Mirage
- Price: $1400+
Conclusion
In Counter-Strike, there are many unique souvenir skins, valuable both emotionally and materially. Being a fan of CS2, getting such a skin is great luck, whether you find it in a souvenir package or buy it on the Steam market. But even without exclusive items in your collection, remember that Valve has released many regular skins, which are also valued in the gaming community.
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