[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-post-best-budget-cs2-knives-in-2024-en":3,"blog-latest-best-budget-cs2-knives-in-2024-en":30},{"post":4,"html":29,"link":5},{"link":5,"hidden":6,"is_main":6,"img":7,"read_time":8,"views":9,"created":10,"last_updated":11,"publication_time":12,"likes_count":13,"liked":6,"available_langs":14,"title_translations":16,"content_translations":18,"description_translations":20,"tags_translations":22,"author":24,"editor":28,"content":-1},"best-budget-cs2-knives-in-2024",false,"https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/best-budget-cs2-knives-in-2024_1707261969841.jpeg",5,"3395","2024-02-06T22:50:34.528Z","2024-02-07T09:55:01.146Z","2024-02-06T23:40:00.000Z","21",[15],"en",{"en":17},"Best Budget CS2 Knives in 2024",{"en":19},"\u003Cp>Every CS:GO/CS2 player has dreamed of owning an in-game knife at some point. Why? Probably because CS knives are not only useful for close combat, but also for showing off your style and personality. However, some of the most desirable knives in CS2 can cost a fortune, which makes them inaccessib",{"en":21},"Discover the best budget-friendly CS2 knife skins for 2024, and what to look for when you want to buy them!",{"en":23},"CS2, knife, free, skin, skins, guide, list, budget, gaming, 2024",{"id":25,"name":26,"avatar":27},"be5abd05-a8d1-40e2-9fb6-04999cc48e33","d","https://avatars.steamstatic.com/6123739b0604e15aeaeb6ff1fc405436d4ebc89d_medium.jpg",{"id":25,"name":26,"avatar":27},"\u003Cp>Every CS:GO/CS2 player has dreamed of owning an in-game knife at some point. Why? Probably because CS knives are not only useful for close combat, but also for showing off your style and personality. However, some of the most desirable knives in CS2 can cost a fortune, which makes them inaccessible for many players.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Fortunately, there are also some affordable options for those who want to spice up their inventory without breaking the bank. In this article, we will list some of the best budget CS2 knives in 2024, based on their price, looks, and… that's it. Pretty simple, right? Not really, because it's not that easy to find a knife that looks cool and won't make you live in a cardboard box for a month or two. Well, let's get started!\u003C/p>\u003Ch2>\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://waxpeer.com/bayonet-damascus-steel-well-worn/item/\">Bayonet | Damascus Steel (Well-Worn)\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>Cases: Chroma Case, Chroma 2 Case, Chroma 3 Case\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The Damascus steel skin gives it a distinctive pattern of wavy lines, resembling the ancient technique of forging metal. The skin also has a metallic and glossy look, reflecting light and adding some flair to the knife.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>A great example of an OG knife (was added to the game back in 2015) that still looks great to this day. It used to become way darker in worse conditions, such as Well-Worn and Battle-Scarred in CS:GO, making players spend way more to get that shiny blade, but with the new lighting system of CS2, it looks perfect even in Well-Worn. Try it out!\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Price: ≈$250\u003C/p>\u003Cpicture>\u003Csource type=\"image/webp\" srcset=\"https://imageproxy.waxpeer.com/insecure/rs:fit:400:0/g:nowe/q:70/f:webp/plain/https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/1707255020013.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 600px)\">\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://imageproxy.waxpeer.com/insecure/rs:fit:800:0/g:nowe/q:70/f:webp/plain/https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/1707255020013.webp\">\u003C/picture>\u003Ch2>\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://waxpeer.com/gut-knife-gamma-doppler-factory-new-phase-4/item/\">Gut Knife | Gamma Doppler (Factory New)\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>Cases: Gamma Case, Gamma Case 2\u003C/p>\u003Cp>This knife has a curved blade and a wooden handle, giving it a classic and simple design. The Gamma Doppler skin adds some color and contrast to the blade, with a gradient of green and cyan hues. The skin also has a pearlescent effect, making it shimmer and change colors depending on the angle of view.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Overall, a great knife for a budget green-themed inventory. Dopplers and Gamma Dopplers became super popular in CS2 with their glow up in both looks and price. Definitely worth checking out. This knife might not only become the star of your inventory, but a great investment as well.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Price: ≈$250\u003C/p>\u003Cpicture>\u003Csource type=\"image/webp\" srcset=\"https://imageproxy.waxpeer.com/insecure/rs:fit:400:0/g:nowe/q:70/f:webp/plain/https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/1707255030766.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 600px)\">\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://imageproxy.waxpeer.com/insecure/rs:fit:800:0/g:nowe/q:70/f:webp/plain/https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/1707255030766.webp\">\u003C/picture>\u003Ch2>\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://waxpeer.com/shadow-daggers-fade-factory-new/item/\">Shadow Daggers | Fade (Factory New)\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>Case: Shadow Case\u003C/p>\u003Cp>These push daggers look like they are made for stealth and speed, with a short and sharp blade on each hand. The Fade skin finish gives them a vibrant and eye-catching look, with a gradient of yellow, pink, and purple colors. These knives also have an interesting effect, making the daggers look like they are made of glass or crystal.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Some of you might disagree with us on this take, but Shadow Daggers are massively underrated. At least in CS2. Back in CS:GO era, there was a \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zDLiRNaB-M&ab_channel=debaserCSGO\">super annoying bug\u003C/a> related to these knives, where your whole screen would shake during the pull out animation. And just imagine, it was only fixed in CS2, 9 years after the Shadow Case release. Isn't it the best timing to pick them up?\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Price: ≈$250\u003C/p>\u003Cpicture>\u003Csource type=\"image/webp\" srcset=\"https://imageproxy.waxpeer.com/insecure/rs:fit:400:0/g:nowe/q:70/f:webp/plain/https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/1707255056545.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 600px)\">\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://imageproxy.waxpeer.com/insecure/rs:fit:800:0/g:nowe/q:70/f:webp/plain/https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/1707255056545.webp\">\u003C/picture>\u003Ch2>\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://waxpeer.com/huntsman-knife-lore-field-tested/item/\">Huntsman Knife | Lore (Field-Tested)\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>Cases: Dreams & Nightmares Case, Operation Riptide Case\u003C/p>\u003Cp>This knife is inspired by the traditional hunting knife, with a sleek and elegant shape. The Lore skin gives it a legendary and mythical look, with a green and gold pattern that resembles ancient runes or symbols.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Knives with Lore finishes are probably the best ones to flex for cheap. If you are not into Huntsman Knives, check out \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://waxpeer.com/-gut-knife-lore-minimal-wear/item/\">Gut\u003C/a>, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://waxpeer.com/bowie-knife-lore-minimal-wear/item/\">Bowie\u003C/a> or \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://waxpeer.com/falchion-knife-lore-minimal-wear/item/\">Falchion\u003C/a> - all of them look super clean for their price.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Price: ≈$190\u003C/p>\u003Cpicture>\u003Csource type=\"image/webp\" srcset=\"https://imageproxy.waxpeer.com/insecure/rs:fit:400:0/g:nowe/q:70/f:webp/plain/https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/1707255075192.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 600px)\">\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://imageproxy.waxpeer.com/insecure/rs:fit:800:0/g:nowe/q:70/f:webp/plain/https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/1707255075192.webp\">\u003C/picture>\u003Ch2>How do I get a CS2 knife for free?\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>If you're into CS skins and want to get one of these knives that we mentioned above for free - simply follow our \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://twitter.com/WAXPEER\">X\u003C/a> (formerly Twitter) page and wait for upcoming giveaways. We have prepared something BIG for you.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Also, if you're interested in buying or selling any CS2/Rust/TF2 skins, you might want to check out \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://waxpeer.com/\">our marketplace\u003C/a>. WAXPEER is a website where you can buy and sell CS2 skins for various skins, knives, stickers and more. You can browse by rarity, price, condition and popularity, and see the latest deals and discounts in just a few clicks.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>WAXPEER is also a peer-to-peer platform, which means that you can trade directly with other players, without any intermediaries or fees. This makes the process faster, safer, and more convenient. 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But what makes it even more lucrative for its developer, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://www.valvesoftware.com/\">Valve\u003C/a>, i",{"en":112},"Learn how Valve earned almost $1 billion from Counter-Strike 2 case openings in 2023, and why CS2 cases are so popular and profitable among gamers.\n",{"en":114},"CS2 cases, Valve, gaming, revenue, skins, loot boxes, Counter-Strike 2, gaming",{"id":25,"name":26,"avatar":27},{"id":25,"name":26,"avatar":27},{"link":118,"hidden":6,"is_main":6,"img":119,"read_time":77,"views":120,"created":121,"last_updated":122,"publication_time":123,"likes_count":124,"liked":6,"available_langs":125,"title_translations":126,"content_translations":128,"description_translations":130,"tags_translations":132,"author":134,"editor":135,"content":-1},"danil-donk-kryshkovets-the-prodigy-of-counterstrike-2nbsp","https://images.waxpeer.com/waxpeer-blogpost/danil-donk-kryshkovets-the-prodigy-of-counterstrike-2nbsp_1706653215502.png","16131","2024-01-30T22:05:56.116Z","2024-01-31T10:08:12.078Z","2024-01-30T22:07:00.000Z","26",[15],{"en":127},"Danil \"Donk\" Kryshkovets: The Prodigy of Counter-Strike 2",{"en":129},"\u003Ch2>Introduction\u003C/h2>\u003Cp>\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" class=\"btn-link-blue\" href=\"https://liquipedia.net/counterstrike/Donk\">Danil \"Donk\" Kryshkovets\u003C/a>, born on January 25, 2007, is a Russian professional CS2 player who has been making waves in the esports community. 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