The transition to a new engine brought several visual updates at once. Most noticeable is the improved appearance of the maps, some of which have been completely redesigned. Of course, the changes did not go unnoticed by skins. Not all of the innovations in their display were received positively by the community, but we can already say that some skins in CS2 definitely look better. It may be worth purchasing them now, because with the release of the updated version of the game into open access, their price is likely to increase due to increased demand.
AWP Sun in Leo
This skin, added to the game in 2015, is considered by many to be one of the best budget designs for a sniper rifle. However, in CS:GO AWP Sun in Leo looked quite dark, making the zodiac signs and constellation patterns on the case difficult to discern. In CS2, the skin became more vibrant, and its overall hue changed slightly. As a result, the pattern is better visible and the rifle looks more impressive.
M4A1-S Moss Quartz
Similar changes occurred with M4A1-S Moss Quartz. This skin, released in 2019, was not particularly popular due to its bland dark green pattern. The CS2 version has brighter elements and lighter green accents, and the way light now reflects off metal surfaces makes the skin more visible.
Butterfly Knife Blue Steel
Of course, updates to the visual part of the game also affected knives. One of the most striking examples of – Butterfly Knife Blue Steel. For a long time, it was left among the unpopular knives due to the fact that it looks too dark or expressionless. However, in CS2, its blade has become lighter, and the inserts on the handle now look more contrasting.
Desert Eagle Cobalt Desctruction
In previous cases, the skin design in the updated version became more contrasting, but there is also options where changes occur in the opposite direction. For example, Desert Eagle Cobalt Disruption in CS:GO is painted in an abstract pattern that combines light blue and gray-blue. Often this design was criticized for being too sloppy, pixelated. In CS2, the contrast is not so sharp, and the surface of the weapon looks especially good when sunlight hits it.
Five-SeveN Copper Galaxy
Skins that used metallic textures in their design especially benefited from the update. An example of this is – Five-SeveN Copper Galaxy. When light falls on this weapon in CS2, the body glows golden – much easier on the eye than the dark yellow surface of the original version. An excellent option for those who prefer a minimalist style.
Changes in graphics have affected many other skins – All we can do is wait until the version becomes available to more players to check it out for ourselves. In the meantime, don’t forget to replenish your collection at Lis-Skins.com – in our catalog you will find these and other skins at competitive prices.
