The release of CS2 has caused a major drop in skin prices, leaving many players disappointed. Skins on trading websites like PriceEmpire have seen significant decreases, with some dropping by double digits.
One Twitter user expressed their disappointment, stating that the update did not live up to the pre-release hype and predicting lower player numbers as a result. Other websites also confirm this negative trend, with expensive skins experiencing significant price drops.
CSGODB, a website tracking trends in CS2, shows that some skins have declined by over 70% in the last 24 hours. Even highly coveted knife skins, such as the Gut Knife Blue Steel and Bayonet Scorched, have seen decreases of 72% and 60% respectively.
It seems that there was a period of inflated pricing before the update, leading to a need for price redistribution and stabilization. However, CS2 has not attracted a large number of new players, with only 1.3 million concurrent players compared to CS:GO’s all-time high.
It is unclear whether this lack of new players is due to disappointment with the Source 2 update. While the update significantly impacted the game’s economy, it was anticipated given the hype leading up to its release.
| Skin | Price Drop |
|---|---|
| Gut Knife Blue Steel | 72% |
| Bayonet Scorched | 60% |
Source: DOTESPORTS
