Cool and Original Skin and Sticker Combinations in CS2
After the update that allowed random sticker placement on weapons, enthusiasts were given a vast platform for creativity. This change, along with the ability to use 5 stickers instead of 4, revolutionized the game, causing many stickers to rise significantly in value. Many skins have gained a second life and become more relevant than they were during their release. In this article, we’ll showcase some original crafts that are impossible to overlook.
M4A4 | Temukau
- M4A4 | Temukau — $6.69-$134.45
- Sticker | woxic (Foil) | Katowice 2019 — $6
- Sticker | FalleN | Krakow 2017 — $15.46
- x2 Sticker | Cloud9 (Holo) | Rio 2022 — $4.15
- Sticker | NBK- (Foil) | Cluj-Napoca 2015 — $49.57
One of the most striking anime-style skins was already extremely popular and loved within the community even without any stickers. Moreover, applying stickers to such a detailed art piece was considered bad taste. If you’re seeing this skin for the first time, you might not understand the fuss. The resulting Pokeball from the specified stickers fits so seamlessly into the design that it’s hard to immediately recognize its origin. This craft is certainly not budget-friendly, but the final result is worth it. The image of the girl with an outstretched arm mimics a Pokeball throw perfectly, enhancing the overall composition beautifully.
Galil AR | Chromatic Aberration
- Galil AR | Chromatic Aberration — $1.45-$10.74
- x5 Sticker | Complexity Gaming (Holo) | Paris 2023 — $0.92
Another example where stickers fit and align perfectly with the gun, making them look like part of the original design rather than post-applied additions. If you plan to replicate this craft yourself, you can deviate slightly from the example, but make sure not to skip the sticker on the weapon’s magazine. It looks most fitting here and serves as the main integration element. The holographic effect blends well with the purple hues and chromatic aberration effect, so we strongly recommend using holographic stickers rather than glossy or paper ones.
Glock-18 | Ironwork
- Glock-18 | Ironwork — $0.10-$1.33
- x3 Sticker | forZe eSports | Paris 2023 — $0.03
- x2 Sprout Esports | Boston 2018 — $1.92
Let’s delve into minimalism a bit. This skin can be considered a must-have for a true gentleman’s collection. The strict black color and neat engraving of intertwined branches with thorns and leaves leave nothing excessive or flashy. It might seem that stickers could ruin this skin’s concept, but the craft’s creator dispelled these fears. Using all 5 stickers to create three neat roses, they fit perfectly into the resulting image. Notably, the third flower is placed elegantly, slightly overlapping the slide.
MAC-10 | Ensnared
- MAC-10 | Ensnared — $0.06-$0.25
- Sticker | Joan — $0.35
- Sticker | Stan — $0.52
- Sticker | Jack — $0.57
Let’s move into a slightly humorous realm. Originally, this skin features mysterious images of three elves shrouded in mist. In this craft, the elves’ bodies are covered by skull images, and the small hands fit their new owners perfectly. You can experiment with other skulls from the “Sugarface” sticker collection. The skin’s design includes a glowing effect, causing the elves’ eyes to glow in the dark. To compensate for covering this effect, you might want to use holographic sticker versions.
Desert Eagle | Crimson Web
- Desert Eagle | Crimson Web — $8.29-$139.39
- Sticker | 9INE | Paris 2023 — $0.03
- x2 Sticker | forZe eSports | Paris 2023 — $0.03
- Sticker | Gold Web — $0.71
What about comic book fans, particularly Spider-Man enthusiasts? Expecting in-game skins with such themes is unrealistic due to copyright issues, so creativity is essential. The creator of this combination managed to recreate the mask of a well-known superhero impressively. The result is outstanding, especially on this Desert Eagle, so don’t hesitate to use this skin as the base for your craft.
AK-47 | The Empress
- AK-47 | The Empress — $25.48-$151.43
- Sticker | FURIA (Gold) | Paris 2023 — $2.89
An instance where a single well-placed sticker creates a cool effect and helps refresh a somewhat outdated skin. The Empress was once one of the most popular AK-47 skins in the game but has recently become less common. With the sticker update, many interesting crafts can refresh this iconic collection. Today, we share a variant where an inverted FURIA sticker acts as a helmet, transforming the empress into a fierce warrior.
M4A4 | Neo-Noir
- M4A4 | Neo-Noir — $4.33 – $35.62
- Sticker | Loving Eyes (Holo) — $3.99
- x4 Sticker | Basilisk — $2.04
How to turn a girl from noir comics into Medusa? The answer is right before your eyes! This cool implementation comes with well-thought-out details. Many believe that spending on the Loving Eyes sticker is unnecessary, but without it, you lose the holographic eye effect of the “medusa.” The holographic shifts help focus attention on the eyes, making them stand out. It won’t turn opponents to stone, but it will certainly boost your confidence.
M4A1-S | Black Lotus
- M4A1-S | Black Lotus — $12.88 – $29.44
- x4 Sticker | Lotus (Glitter) — $5.65
The synergy between the skin and the sticker is evident from the names of the items alone. The craft’s creator seemingly decided to enhance the rather dull colors of the drawing by adding a large lotus on the front side of the rifle. Whether it’s worth it is a matter of taste, but the obvious synergy in this craft cannot be denied.
MAC-10 | Sakkaku
- MAC-10 | Sakkaku — $0.26 – $1.15
- x2 Sticker | Econometer (Lenticular) — $3.56
This skin also falls into the popular “canvas” category for implementing various cool ideas. Again, it’s about the eyes, which form the basis of most crafts with this item, but this one seemed the most subtle and original. With two worn stickers, you get two black lenses of glasses. Now, the already captivating gaze becomes slightly coquettish and playful.
Five-SeveN | Berries And Cherries
- Five-SeveN | Berries And Cherries — $113-$123
- Sticker | Poorly Drawn Terrorist — $0.87
- Sticker | Choose Wisely — $0.14
- Sticker | Poorly Drawn FBI — $0.48
The pistol’s design mimics police sirens, but this craft turns it into an epic fighting game scene. The special forces and the terrorist settle their conflict with a game of “rock, paper, scissors,” and the latter wins. An excellent example of how to diversify a rather dull skin with a few cents and some creativity.