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Best Cases to Open in CS2 in 2025

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Opening CS2 cases will forever be one of the things I will always enjoy about the game. It’s simply something I will never get tired of, and I’m sure a ton of others feel the same way. Want to open a case but don’t know which one you should pick? Here are the best cases to open in CS2 for [year].
Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]
Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

First up, we have the Gallery Case. The Gallery Case was released back on October 2, 2024, as a part of The Armory Update. While skins like the M4A1-S Vaporwave and AK-47 The Outsiders top the set, the exclusive Kukri knife skins are definitely one of the major reasons why it’s so popular.

 

Gallery Case Skins List:

  • M4A1-S | Vaporwave
  • Glock-18 | Gold Toof
  • AK-47 | The Outsiders
  • UMP-45 | Neo-Noir
  • P250 | Epicenter
  • M4A4 | Turbine
  • SSG 08 | Rapid Transit
  • MAC-10 | Saibā Oni
  • Dual Berettas | Hydro Strike
  • P90 | Randy Rush
  • Desert Eagle | Calligraffiti
  • R8 Revolver | Tango
  • AUG | Luxe Trim
  • SCAR-20 | Trail Blazer
  • MP5-SD | Statics
  • M249 | Hypnosis
  • USP-S | 027
  • Kukri Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)

Kilowatt Case - $0.92 on Steam Marketplace

Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

One unique skin only found inside the Kilowatt case is the Zeus x27 Olympus skin, the first for the weapon. The case launched back on February 6, 2024, and also had the honor of introducing the new Kukri Knife.

 

Kilowatt Case Skins List:

  • AWP | Chrome Cannon
  • AK-47 | Inheritance
  • M4A1-S | Black Lotus
  • Zeus x27 | Olympus
  • USP-S | Jawbreaker
  • Glock-18 | Block-18
  • M4A4 | Etch Lord
  • Five-Seven | Hybrid
  • MP7 | Just Smile
  • Sawed-Off | Analog Input
  • Dual Berettas | Hideout
  • MAC-10 | Light Box
  • Nova | Dark Sigil
  • SSG 08 | Dezastre
  • Tec-9 | Slag
  • UMP-45 | Motorized
  • XM1014 | Irezumi
  • Kukri Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)

CS:GO Weapon Case 3 - $10.25 on Steam Marketplace

Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

The value of the CS:GO Weapon Case 3 comes in its age and rarity. It was released back on February 12, 2014, but despite being more than a decade old, it continues to age like fine wine. It’s also only obtainable via weekly Prime status drops at a 1% chance, making it increasingly rare, thus the higher market value.

 

CS:GO Weapon Case 3 Skins List:

  • CZ75-Auto | Victoria
  • CZ75-Auto | The Fuschia Is Now
  • P250 | Undertow
  • CZ75-Auto | Tread Plate
  • Tec-9 | Titanium Bit
  • Desert Eagle | Heirloom
  • Five-SeveN | Copper Galaxy
  • CZ75-Auto | Crimson Web
  • P2000 | Red FragCam
  • Dual Berettas | Panther
  • USP-S | Stainless
  • Glock-18 | Blue Fissure
  • Bayonet (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Flip Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Gut Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • M9 Bayonet (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Karambit (Available in 13 different finishes)

Operation Wildfire Case - $3.52 on Steam Marketplace

Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

From the name itself, you can already tell that this case was released alongside Operation Wildfire back on February 17, 2016. The case's value has steadily increased over time, particularly since the transition to CS2, making it an attractive option for both collectors and investors. It also continues to increase its price due to its historical significance and scarcity.

 

Operation Wildfire Case Skins List:

  • AK-47 | Fuel Injector
  • M4A4 | The Battlestar
  • Desert Eagle | Kumicho Dragon
  • AWP | Elite Build
  • Nova | Hyper Beast
  • Five-SeveN | Triumvirate
  • Glock-18 | Royal Legion
  • FAMAS | Valence
  • MP7 | Impire
  • MAG-7 | Praetorian
  • USP-S | Lead Conduit
  • Tec-9 | Jambiya
  • MAC-10 | Lapis Gator
  • Dual Berettas | Cartel
  • SSG 08 | Necropos
  • PP-Bizon | Photic Zone
  • Bowie Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)

CS:GO Weapon Case 2 - $14.49 on Steam Marketplace

Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

It’s no surprise that another CS:GO Weapon Case makes the list, as it shares most characteristics with the other CS:GO Weapon Case variants. The CS:GO Weapon Case 2 was released back in November 8, 2013. Contrary to it’s name, it actually doesn’t have the best weapon skins, instead, it remains a valuable case because of the various Karambit, M9 Bayonet, and Bayonet skins, among others.

 

CS:GO Weapon Case 2 Skins List:

  • SSG 08 | Blood in the Water
  • P90 | Cold Blooded
  • USP-S | Serum
  • MP9 | Hypnotic
  • Five-SeveN | Case Hardened
  • Nova | Graphite
  • Dual Berettas | Hemoglobin
  • M4A1-S | Blood Tiger
  • SCAR-20 | Crimson Web
  • Tec-9 | Blue Titanium
  • FAMAS | Hexane
  • P250 | Hive
  • Bayonet (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Flip Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Gut Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Karambit (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • M9 Bayonet (Available in 13 different finishes)

Dreams & Nightmares Case - $2.01 on Steam Marketplace

Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

The Dreams & Nightmares Case is honestly a personal favorite of mine, mainly because of how beautiful each skin in the collection is. It includes favorites like the creepy AK-47 Nightwish and the majestic MP9 Starlight Protector, along with the highly desirable Butterfly Knife. It was released a couple of years ago, on January 20, 2022, but remains a crowd favorite to this day.

 

Dreams & Nightmares Case Skins List:

  • AK-47 | Nightwish
  • MP9 | Starlight Protector
  • Dual Berettas | Melondrama
  • FAMAS | Rapid Eye Movement
  • MP7 | Abyssal Apparition
  • PP-Bizon | Space Cat
  • G3SG1 | Dream Glade
  • M4A1-S | Night Terror
  • XM1014 | Zombie Offensive
  • USP-S | Ticket to Hell
  • Five-SeveN | Scrawl
  • MAC-10 | Ensnared
  • MAG-7 | Foresight
  • MP5-SD | Necro Jr.
  • P2000 | Lifted Spirits
  • SCAR-20 | Poultrygeist
  • Sawed-Off | Spirit Board
  • Bowie Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Butterfly Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Falchion Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Huntsman Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)
  • Shadow Daggers (Available in 13 different finishes)

Prisma Case - $1.22 on Steam Marketplace

Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

The Prisma Case was originally released on March 13, 2019, but maintains high popularity to this day because of its incredibly vibrant and eye-catching skin designs.

 

Prisma Case Skins List:

  • M4A4 | The Emperor
  • Five-SeveN | Angry Mob
  • AUG | Momentum
  • XM1014 | Incinegator
  • R8 Revolver | Skull Crusher
  • AWP | Atheris
  • Desert Eagle | Light Rail
  • Tec-9 | Bamboozle
  • UMP-45 | Moonrise
  • MP5-SD | Gauss
  • AK-47 | Uncharted
  • FAMAS | Crypsis
  • P250 | Verdigris
  • Galil AR | Akoben
  • MAC-10 | Whitefish
  • P90 | Off World
  • MP7 | Mischief
  • Navaja Knife (Available in 6 different finishes)
  • Stiletto Knife (Available in 6 different finishes)
  • Talon Knife (Available in 6 different finishes)
  • Ursus Knife (Available in 6 different finishes)

CS20 Case - $1.00 on Steam Marketplace

Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

The CS20 Case celebrates the 20th Anniversary of Counter-Strike. Its historical relevance, along with the only case with the Classic Knife skin, makes it an incredibly valuable and nostalgic case.

 

CS20 Case Skins List:

  • AWP | Wildfire
  • FAMAS | Commemoration
  • MP9 | Hydra
  • AUG | Death by Puppy
  • P90 | Nostalgia
  • P250 | Inferno
  • Five-SeveN | Buddy
  • UMP-45 | Plastique
  • M249 | Aztec
  • MP5-SD | Agent
  • Glock-18 | Sacrifice
  • Tec-9 | Flash Out
  • FAMAS | Decommissioned
  • Dual Berettas | Elite 1.6
  • MAG-7 | Popdog
  • MAC-10 | Classic Crate
  • SCAR-20 | Assault
  • Classic Knife (Available in 13 different finishes)

Shadow Case - $1.81 on Steam Marketplace

Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

Turning 10 years old this year, the Shadow Case, released on September 17, 2015, remains a popular option for budget skin collectors. One of its best skins, The USP-S Kill Confirmed, is still one of the top choices for the pistol.

 

Shadow Case Skins List:

  • USP-S | Kill Confirmed
  • M4A1-S | Golden Coil
  • AK-47 | Frontside Misty
  • G3SG1 | Flux
  • SSG 08 | Big Iron
  • Galil AR | Stone Cold
  • P250 | Wingshot
  • MP7 | Special Delivery
  • M249 | Nebula Crusader
  • Dual Berettas | Dualing Dragons
  • Glock-18 | Wraiths
  • XM1014 | Scumbria
  • MAC-10 | Rangeen
  • FAMAS | Survivor Z
  • SCAR-20 | Green Marine
  • MAG-7 | Cobalt Core
  • Shadow Daggers (Available in 13 different finishes)

Recoil Case - $0.30 on Steam Marketplace

Best Cases to Open in CS2 in [year]

The final case on our list is the Recoil Case. It’s a relatively new case, released on July 1, 2022. It’s by far one of the cheapest cases in the game right now and can help you scratch that case-opening itch while still delivering decent skins.

 

Recoil Case Skins List:

  • AWP | Chromatic Aberration
  • USP-S | Printstream
  • AK-47 | Ice Coaled
  • P250 | Visions
  • Sawed-Off | Kiss♥Love
  • SG 553 | Dragon Tech
  • M249 | Downtown
  • Dual Berettas | Flora Carnivora
  • R8 Revolver | Crazy 8
  • FAMAS | Meow 36
  • Glock-18 | Winterized
  • M4A4 | Poly Mag
  • UMP-45 | Roadblock
  • Negev | Drop Me
  • MAC-10 | Monkeyflage
  • P90 | Vent Rush
  • Galil AR | Destroyer
  • Sport Gloves (Available in 6 different finishes)
  • Specialist Gloves (Available in 6 different finishes)
  • Hand Wraps (Available in 6 different finishes)
  • Moto Gloves (Available in 6 different finishes)
  • Driver Gloves (Available in 6 different finishes)
  • Broken Fang Gloves (Available in 6 different finishes)

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