The USP-S is one of the CT-side starting pistols. Equipped with a suppressor, this one looks unique compared to other pistols in the game.
CS2, the latest entry in the Counter-Strike series, was released fully on September 27, 2023. The new entry includes anticipated updates like improved lighting and environment rendering, a sub-tick server, a volumetric smoke feature, and more. Though the game carries many aspects from its predecessor, CS: GO, like maps and weapon skins, the implementation of source 2 provides a better visual.
Counter-Strike features many weapons in-game. To make the game colorful and lively, Valve introduced skins for these weapons with the Arms Deal update in 2013. Since then, a vast pool of skins has been added to the game for each weapon. These skins are colorful wearables for weapons to make the game more personalized.
The USP-S is probably the more popular default pistol choice on the CT side, the other alternative being the P2000. The ‘S’ in the name represents silencer. Originally, it was a successor to K&M.45 Tactical from previous Counter-Strike games. The suppressor increases accuracy and makes the tracer undetectable. The USP-S provides a better output in pistol rounds, especially compared to its T-side counterpart, the Glock-18.
Like every other weapon in CS2, the USP-S also offers a vast pool of skins to choose from. In case you are still deciding which one to go after, here is a list of the best USP-S skins in CS2 right now.
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How Many USP-S Skins are there in CS2?
As of October 2023, a total of 35 USP-S skins are available in CS2. Among them, 4 Covert, 7 Classified, 9 Restricted, 10 Mil-Spec, and 5 Industrial Grade USP-S skins are there.
Best USP-S Skins in CS2 (A Complete Tier List)
Now, we’ll rank each of the USP-S skins that are available in CS2 till now, excluding Industrial Grade. Note that the ranking is entirely based on the visual appeal of the skins. Additionally, we also considered the popularity of the skins. We also prioritized how the skin looks over the price and wear. So, a better-looking, inexpensive skin can be placed in a higher tier than an expensive one.
However, the tier list is entirely subjective. The likeness and appeal of a skin may vary from person to person. So, this is a personalized recommendation to guide you in choosing your favorite USP-S skin.
| Tiers | Skins |
|---|---|
| S-Tier | Kill Confirmed, Printstream, The Traitor, Neo-Noir, Orion |
| A-Tier | Target Acquired, Cortex, Monster Mashup, Cyrex, Black Lotus, Whiteout, Purple DDPAT Ticket to Hell, Guardian , Caiman, Blueprint, Overgrowth, Road Rash |
| B-Tier | Flashback, Business Class, Orange Anolis, Ancient Visions, |
| C-Tier | Torque, Lead Conduit, Blood Tiger, Night Ops, Serum, Dark Water, Stainless, Check Engine |
Top 10 Best USP-S Skins in CS2
Here, we will list our top 10 USP-S skins in CS2, ranking from worst to best. Once again, this tier list is subjective, and the preference may vary from person to person. In any case, let’s get into our top 10 USP-S skins in Counter-Strike 2.
10. Black Lotus
Black Lotus flaunts a simplistic design. The body has a dark purple base with a picture of a lotus engraved. The silencer part remains unpainted and pierced. This skin also stands on the cheaper side. It still provides an astonishing look without any complex patterns. This was added to the game as a part of The Operation Riptide Collection.
9. Cyrex
Cyrex gives off a robotic ‘Cyborg’ vibe. The combination of black, red, and white blends quite well and creates a futuristic outlook. There are also other weapon skins from this series, and all of them are equally accepted. The skin was created by the community designer “Nextgenz” and added alongside the Brothers in Arms update.
8. Monster Mashup
Monster Mashup is another beautiful creation from Nextgenz. The pistol’s body is adorned with a cartoony image of a green monster. The word ”MONSTER” itself is inscribed on the upper part of the body. The silencer part is also painted with various patterns of skulls. Overall, this is a very colorful skin radiating the vibe of a beasty predator who goes on a hunt for his enemies in CS2.
7. Cortex
Cortex was introduced in the series five years ago as a part of the Clutch Case. Since then, it has been one of the fan favorites. The whole part of the pistol is painted pink: ‘Cerebral cortex’ or brain, broken out of a skeleton’s head. A black and silver base backs up the design and contrasts nicely. Altogether, the different color shades and the creative paint make this skin eye-catching.
6. Target Acquired
At first glance, Target Acquired will just look like another pink-based skin. But if you observe closely, the skin has a pretty detailed design. The main color scheme is burgundy, with a design of a radar looking to identify its target. The updated CS2 lighting makes the anodized finish more shiny and attractive. This skin was added as part of The Control Collection.
5. Orion
Orion is an iconic USP-S skin that became insanely popular back in the day. Even in the CS2 era, it still holds appeal to the mass community. The skin has a minimalistic design with a black base and bright orange accents. The silencer part is adorned with shades of orange dots and ‘USP-S’ inscribed on it. It was added to the game alongside The Huntsman Collection.
4. Neo-Noir
Another masterpiece from the Neo-Noir skin line, the USP-S Neo-Noir is as beautiful as its other counterparts. The body part is adorned with the image of a long-haired character who has their hair spread throughout the handle. The silencer part is accented according to the main color scheme of pink, purple, and blue. As the name suggests, the overall paint is made in the neo-noir comic style. This skin was released as a part of the Spectrum Collection.
3. The Traitor
The Traitor is a bright-looking USP-S skin. It is inspired by the Hanged Man tarot card. The design features the image of a man hanging upside down from a tree on a vibrant red base. It also adds some yellow snakes wrapping the tree and the number ‘XII’, indicating the card number from the tarot deck. The silencer has an added color off gradient red and blue. This is one of the skins that takes advantage of CS2 lighting and looks better than ever before.
2. Printstream
If you are fond of white-based skins, this is the perfect one. The weapon’s body and silencer are painted solid white. However, the body features numerous pictograms and ‘XXXY’ lettering. It also has accented little stripes in an iridescent color. Additionally, the black handle provides the perfect contrasty finish. CS2’s updated lighting and rendering highlight the contrasty part and create a visually stunning skin. This was added to the game as a part of the Recoil Case.
1. Kill Confirmed
Kill Confirmed is perhaps the most famous USP-S skin in Counter-Strike. It has been one of the popular choices for streamers and pro players, and as a result, it has become a part of many historical moments of the series. The design of the skin is fantastic and well-detailed. The burgundy-colored base has an image of a bullet shattering a skull. The trail of bullets continues through the silencer, leaving a trace of splattered blood and bones. The artwork itself makes it one of the greatest-looking USP-S skins in the series, still holding its reign in the newer CS2. The skin was released as a part of The Shadow Collection.
Honorable mentions
Whiteout
This is another skin on a white base, just like Printstream. The main difference is that it’s just solid white, nothing else. If you don’t like the accented color part on the solid white base of the Printstream, this one is what you are looking for. However you will be missing the black-and-white contrast effect Printstream creates.
Ticket to Hell
Ticket to Hell features a post-apocalyptic vibe. The black base is complemented with numerous white letterings and icons. The main attraction is a big mouth full of sharp teeth painted over the upper body part. This one has a messy yet cool-looking design that forces you to consider buying it.
Final Verdict
Counter-Strike 2 has a huge selection of USP-S skins. Naturally, it is impossible to include all of them in our top ten list. However, that shouldn’t stop you from choosing your own weapon skin despite its rarity, price, and look.
In any case, our top ten USP-S skin tier list will set a general benchmark and give you a general idea of what skin to go after, allowing you to choose something that suits your tastes.
Because Valve consistently adds new skins to the game, we will update our list as new skins are added.
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