In the world of CS2 / CS:GO, pistols are an essential part of every round. Below, we go over all available types and suggest three skins for each one.
Glock-18
The default pistol for the Terrorist side. It has a 20-round magazine and can fire in single shots or three-round bursts. While its damage is relatively low, it makes up for it with high fire rate and decent magazine size.
Selected skins:
- Fade – smooth gradient from silver to orange, red, pink, and purple; gives the weapon an elegant look;
- Water Elemental – bold red design with blue water-themed patterns; eye-catching and stands out from other skins;
- Dragon Tattoo – black dragon pattern on a silver base; perfect for players who prefer classic, minimalistic skins.
USP-S
The default pistol for Counter-Terrorists, equipped with a silencer that makes it quieter and more accurate. It holds 12 bullets per magazine. Players value it for its high precision and ability to one-shot kill with a headshot (when the enemy isn’t wearing a helmet).
Selected skins:
- Kill Confirmed – a skull pierced by a bullet on a red and black background; gives the weapon an aggressive, deadly vibe;
- Neo-Noir – stylized, comic booklike design in shades of pink and purple; adds a modern and artistic feel;
- Orion – elegant black and orange pattern that stands out with its clean and sharp look.
Five-Seven
A pistol available for Counter-Terrorists, known for its large magazine (20 rounds) and high armor penetration. Thanks to its low recoil, it’s effective in mid-range combat.
Selected skins:
- Monkey Business – bright yellow design with a banana theme; adds a humorous twist to your gameplay;
- Hyper Beast – vibrant, colorful pattern featuring a monster; perfect for players who like to stand out on the battlefield;
- Case Hardened – unique blue and yellow pattern created through steel hardening; every skin has a one-of-a-kind look.
P2000
An alternative to the USP-S for Counter-Terrorists. It has a 13-round magazine and no silencer. Offers slightly more ammo capacity compared to the USP-S.
Selected skins:
- Fire Elemental – fiery blue and orange design; the contrasting colors work great together and make the skin pop;
- Ocean Foam – soft blue and white pattern resembling sea foam; perfect for fans of subtle and clean designs;
- Amber Fade – warm, amber colored gradient; gives the weapon a classy and elegant appearance.
P250
A lightweight pistol available for both teams, with a 13-round magazine. Known for its high rate of fire and relatively low cost, making it a popular choice during eco rounds.
Selected skins:
- See Ya Later – green and yellow design with a crocodile graphic; instantly gives the weapon a more aggressive look;
- Mehndi – red and brown pattern inspired by traditional Indian tattoos; turns the pistol into something unique on the battlefield;
- Cartel – simple silver design with subtle engravings; perfect for players who appreciate a minimalist style.
Desert Eagle
Also known as the “Deagle,” this is a powerful pistol with a 7-round magazine. Famous for its high damage, capable of one-shot headshots. Very hard to master, but deadly in the right hands.
Selected skins:
- Blaze – intense flame pattern on the barrel; makes you want to land that perfect headshot;
- Kumicho Dragon – silver and black design featuring a dragon; ideal for fans of oriental themes;
- Golden Koi – golden pattern inspired by fish scales; looks like a piece of art straight from Tokyo.
Dual Berettas
A fun dual-pistol combo – 30 bullets total and a high rate of fire. Players don’t pick them too often in serious matches, but they can surprise in pistol rounds. Great at close range, though they’re not very accurate.
Selected skins:
- Duelist – elegant, stylish design with a dark theme and purple grip; feels like playing CS:GO with a touch of Wild West class;
- Twin Turbo – red and green racing inspired pattern; perfect for fans of speed and adrenaline;
- Cobra Strike – yellow and green aggressive skin with a snake motif; looks like it wants to bite your enemy instead of shoot.
CZ75-Auto
The only pistol with a full-auto mode. Tiny magazine (only 12 bullets), but can eliminate enemies superfast if you hit your shots. Usually used in specific situations – like for quick frags in close range or surprise attacks. Not much room for mistakes.
Selected skins:
- Xiangliu – purple and gold with a snake motif; visually stunning, easily one of the best looking skins in the game;
- Tigris – bright orange with black stripes; looks like a tiger ready to roar across the whole server;
- Victoria – elegant black and silver skin with subtle engravings; an old school design with a classy touch.
Tec-9
Available only for Terrorists. It has a decent magazine size (18 bullets) and deadly close-range power. Great for rushes – super mobile, you can literally charge at enemies like a bull in a china shop.
Selected skins:
- Fuel Injector – yellow and black, looks like it came straight out of a tuning garage; fast, aggressive, and bold;
- Avalanche – white and blue skin with a winter vibe; easy on the eyes, not too flashy;
- Re-Entry – sleek red design with strong contrast; definitely a skin with some serious power.
R8 Revolver
Known as the “weird” pistol in the game. It packs a huge punch (a bit like the Deagle) but has a long delay when using the precise fire mode. Mostly used in niche situations or just for fun – it can catch enemies off guard, but takes some practice to master.
Selected skins:
- Fade – a true classic, with beautiful color transitions; looks like a tiny piece of art;
- Llama Cannon – absurd gold and blue design with a llama on it; perfect for players who don’t take themselves too seriously;
- Bone Forged – rusty gray with skull motifs; looks like it was forged from bones in the depths of hell.
That’s it for pistols in CS2 / CS:GO. As you can see, each one has its strengths and unique skins that can seriously boost your fun while playing. And let’s be honest: if you’re gonna shoot, do it in style!
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