Best Cases for Knives in CS2

Which case is right for you?

In Counter-Strike 2, knives are one of the most sought-after and coveted items, combining rarity, style, and status all into one single item. However, with so many different types of cases currently available, it can be tough to know which ones offer the best styles or most desirable designs. In the list below, we've selected our top 12 favourite cases, based on which styles they offer and the designs they have!

1 . Gamma Case

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Gamma Case

Kicking off this list the Gamma Case, which is a top pick for knives due to its inclusion of the Gamma Doppler, Lore, and Autotronic finishes. It also features several of the original knife styles added to Counter-Strike, including the Karambit and M9 Bayonet.

2 . Dreams & Nightmares Case

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Dreams & Nightmares Case

The Dreams & Nightmares Case is a great choice for knives in CS2, mainly down to its inclusion of the Doppler and Autotronic finishes. These particular designs are found on more recently-added knives, including the Huntsman, Falchion, and Bowie knives. If you're looking for a visually stunning and desirable knife to add to your collection, the Dreams & Nightmares Case is the case for you!

3 . Horizon Case

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Horizon Case

Released back in 2018, the Horizon Case was the first case to include the Talon, Stiletto, and Ursus knife styles. These knives are paired with popular finishes like the Fade, Slaughter and Case Hardened, making it the perfect case for those looking for a contemporary knife with a classic twist.

4 . Chroma Case

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Chroma Case

As the first case ever to include extremely popular finishes like the Doppler, Marble Fade and Tiger Tooth, the Chroma Case is one of the most iconic cases in Counter-Strike history. These vibrant and colourful designs are paired with stylish knife styles like the Karambit, Bayonet and Falchion, making it the ideal case for players looking for an eye-catching yet nostalgic addition to their loadout.

5 . Operation Breakout Weapon Case

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Operation Breakout Weapon Case

The Operation Breakout Weapon Case was the first case ever to include the now iconic Butterfly Knife, which can found be with the Fade, Case Hardened and Blue Steel finishes. It's also the only knife this case offers, making it the perfect choice for Butterfly Knife enthusiasts.

6 . Kilowatt Case

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Kilowatt Case

The Kilowatt Case is currently the only case that includes the Kukri Knife, the most recently-added knife style to CS2. With this case, you'll get the chance to unbox it with a range of exciting designs, including the Fade, Crimson Web, and Case Hardened finishes.

7 . Fracture Case

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Fracture Case

Featuring knives which were only previously available in the Operation Shattered Web Weapon Case, the Fracture Case offers the chance to unbox exciting styles like the Skeleton, Paracord, and Nomad knives. They come with a range of classic weapon finishes, including the Fade, Crimson Web and Stained.

8 . Prisma Case

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Prisma Case

Released in 2019, the Prisma case was the first to include the Horizon knife collection with Chroma style finishes. If you're looking for more contemporary knife styles like the Navaja, Talon and Ursus, combined with exciting finishes like the Tiger Tooth and Doppler, then the Prisma Case is the case for you!

9 . Huntsman Weapon Case

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Huntsman Weapon Case

The Huntsman Weapon Case is the ideal case for all the Huntsman Knife enthusiasts out there. Featuring the Huntsman Knife as the only unboxable knife from this case, you'll be hard-pressed finding another case that offers a better chance of obtaining one. It comes in a range of classic finishes like the Slaughter, Fade and Case Hardened.

10 . CS20 Case

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CS20 Case

The CS20 Case was added to CS back in 2019, commemorating the 20 year anniversary of Counter-Strike. It is currently the only case that you'll be able to find the Classic Knife, a knife which is styled after the knife design you'd find in Counter-Strike 1.6. You'll be able to unbox it in a range of colourful and exciting designs, including the Case Hardened, Fade, and Crimson Web finishes.

11 . Shadow Case

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Shadow Case

The Shadow Case was the first case that included the Shadow Daggers, one of the more currently underrated knife styles. As the only knife available to be unboxed from this case, it's ideal for those looking for a unique yet visually striking pair of knives to add to their collection. It comes in a range of classic finishes, including the Slaughter, Blue Steel, and Case Hardened.

12 . Falchion Case

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Falchion Case

The Falchion Case is another stronger contender for knives, featuring the unique and sleek Falchion Knife. As the first case ever to have included this particular knife style, it consequently comes with a range of older style finishes like the Slaughter, Scorched and Urban Masked. If you're looking for a knife with cool animations featuring a touch of nostalgia, then the Falchion Case is the case for you!

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