The Complete CS2 Pins Guide: Everything You Need to Know [2025]

The Complete CS2 Pins Guide: Everything You Need to Know [2025]

By Marcus Chen

January 14, 2025 at 02:19 AM

Pins in CS2 are digital collectibles that players can display on their profiles, representing achievements, event participation, and personal style within the Counter-Strike community.

Types of CS2 Pins

Series 1 (2015)

  • Notable pins include Nuke, Train (Common), Mirage, Inferno (Rare), and Dust 2 (Very Rare)
  • Each represents iconic CS:GO maps and elements

Five Counter-Strike maps shown

Five Counter-Strike maps shown

Series 2

  • Features Cache (Rare), Cobblestone, Overpass (Uncommon), and Chroma (Very Rare)
  • Introduced newer maps and operations with fresh designs

CS:GO Series 2 Logo Set

CS:GO Series 2 Logo Set

Series 3

  • Includes Hydra (Rare), Howl, and Brigadier General (Very Rare)
  • Showcases operation-specific pins with evolved artistic direction

Three gaming logos in grid layout

Three gaming logos in grid layout

Half-Life: Alyx Pins

  • Features Lambda (Common), Vortigaunt (Rare), and Alyx (Very Rare)
  • Connects Half-Life and CS:GO universes

Half-Life Alyx character pins collection

Half-Life Alyx character pins collection

How to Acquire Pins

  • Physical pins: Available through secondary markets and collectors
  • Virtual pins: Purchasable through in-game store or Steam marketplace

Rarity and Value

  • Common pins: Easily accessible and affordable
  • Rare pins: Higher value, from limited editions or special events
  • Investment potential varies, but offers sentimental value

Three gaming logo designs on grid

Three gaming logo designs on grid

Pins remain an integral part of CS2, offering players a way to showcase their achievements, participation in events, and personal style while contributing to the game's rich community culture.

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