The Graphics Design Collection is the most recent skin collection addition to the game, and the second since the release of Counter-Strike 2. Valve has done an amazing job with this collection, as it features some amazing and creative designs. If you’d like to learn more about the Graphics Design Collection, here is a list of all the skins and what to expect!
What Is The Graphics Design Collection?
The Graphics Design Collection is one of the newest collections in Counter-Strike 2. Most of the skins in the collection have been inspired by modern graphic designs and traditional print media, most having vibrant color schemes.
Keep in mind that the Graphics Design Collection does not come with a weapon case, so you cannot obtain any of these skins through opening cases! There are no knives or gloves, meaning the highest rarity in the collection is Covert grade.
The absence of cases makes the skins in the collection significantly harder to obtain compared to typical skins in weapon case collections. As a result, you might notice that the prices for these skins are generally higher than average.
All Skins In The Graphics Design Collection
Now that we’ve gotten a grasp of the Graphics Design Collection and what to expect from it, let’s check out all 16 skins available in the collection.
AWP | CMYK
The AWP | CMYK is the rarest skin in the collection and the only Covert grade skin. It is the main highlight of the Graphics Design Collection.
- Rarity: Covert Grade
- Price Range: $134.09 – $615.19
- Flavor Text: “I knew you’d return; I just didn’t expect it to be so soon… – Booth, Arms Dealer”
The CMYK skin’s color scheme has been influenced by the four-color printing process, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key/Black, hence the name of the skin. Overall, the skin features a collection of vibrant colors over a white base, making the skin appear very digitally aesthetic and extremely eye-catching.
Desert Eagle | Starcade
The Desert Eagle | Starcade quickly rose in popularity as it is now one of the most popping and colorful Desert Eagle skins in the game.
- Rarity: Classified Grade
- Price Range: $31.03 – $138.53
- Flavor Text: “A New High Score!”
The Starcade skin features a very retro-futuristic aesthetic which has likely been inspired by arcade games and neon lights, as hinted from the skin’s flavor text. This Desert Eagle skin features a mix of bright purple, blue, and pink colors in diagonal patterns, exuding energetic and stand-out visuals.
AUG | Lil’ Pig
The second Classified skin in the Graphics Design Collection features a more humorous approach with the AUG | Lil’ Pig skin.
- Rarity: Classified Grade
- Price Range: $19.10 – $65.53
- Flavor Text: “At home on the range”
The Lil’ Pig skin is a playful addition to the Graphics Design Collection, as the main highlight of the skin is the apparent pink pig wearing sunglasses, painted in a cartoonish design. The pig is complemented with golden accents acting as a stroke around it. The rest of the skin is covered in purple and gold colors, creating an overall fun and whimsical design.
M4A4 | Polysoup
Moving down to the Restricted Grade, we have the M4A4 | Polysoup skin which features a sleek design.
- Rarity: Restricted Grade
- Price Range: $4.46 – $13.52
- Flavor Text: “Don’t stew on it”
The Polysoup skin has been custom painted with multicolored crystals that are reminiscent of high-tech aesthetics. The weapon skin features a color combination of gray and soft purple, creating a very stylish yet simple look. The skin is then finished off with pearlescent accents to make the skin even more appealing than it already is.
CZ75-Auto | Slalom
The first pistol skin to appear on the Graphics Design Collection is the CZ75-Auto | Slalom, which is a fresh and vibrant skin.
- Rarity: Restricted Grade
- Price Range: $4.87 – $10.57
- Flavor Text: “Black diamond gun”
The Slalom skin brings in a modern design that has been painted with a multicolored abstract design using various colors such as orange, teal, and slight hints of gray over a white base. The clean lines on the skin gives the Slalom a very futuristic appeal, perfect for players who want a refreshing and energetic skin.
P90 | Attack Vector
The P90 hasn’t been getting a lot of love in the past few years, but the P90 | Attack Vector is here to save the few remaining fans of this weapon.
- Rarity: Restricted Grade
- Price Range: $4.90 – $11.26
- Flavor Text: “Aggressive angles of attack”
The Attack Vector skin has a futuristic, yet abstract design that features multiple colors to make the skin look bold. The skin boasts a mix of geometric shapes that have been painted in various colors including purple, pink, white, and dark green. There are also several icons on the bottom part of the P90 | Attack Vector’s stock that adds a unique touch.
AK-47 | Crossfade
Normally, AK-47 skins can be found on the higher rarities of collections, but this time, it’s in the Mil-Spec category.
- Rarity: Mil-Spec Grade
- Price Range: $1.56 – $5.00
- Flavor Text: “Caught between frames”
The AK-47 | Crossfade is a visually striking skin that uses various layers of gradient effects that exude a futuristic appeal. The gradient transitions from pinks and purples into white colors, but almost the entire body of the skin is covered in darker hues. Overall, the Crossfade features a pretty simple design but manages to maintain an eye-catching look.
SCAR-20 | Wild Berry
Following the trend of most skins on the collection, the SCAR-20 | Wild Berry is yet another vibrant skin that can light up any inventory loadout.
- Rarity: Mil-Spec Grade
- Price Range: $0.68 – $1.57
- Flavor Text: “I can’t aim”
The Wild Berry has been painted with a multicolored halftone design, using a mix of various shades of purples that have been complemented with light blue to turquoise colors. The skin is filled with gradient patterns that give off a very fresh look. Overall, it is a pretty straightforward skin that is perfect for players who prefer minimalistic designs.
SG 553 | Berry Gel Coat
The SG 553 | Berry Gel Coat is the first skin we’ve covered that has more of a darker approach, so let’s see what it’s all about.
- Rarity: Mil-Spec Grade
- Price Range: $0.64 – $1.75
- Flavor Text: “Aww, look at the lil’ fella”
The Berry Gel Coat skin features an olive-colored background that has been contrasted with red accents all over the skin, which makes the skin relatively eye-catching. It almost seems like the skin is inspired by the color of a rugged tank. However, there is a little smiley face on the center of the skin, making the skin less serious.
XM1014 | Halftone Shift
The final skin included in the Mil-Spec grade of the Graphics Design Collection is the XM1014 | Halftone Shift.
- Rarity: Mil-Spec Grade
- Price Range: $0.60 – $1.54
- Flavor Text: “It’s from a zoo, but instead of animals on display it’s art”
We’ll say that the Halftone Shift skin isn’t the most “graphical” skin in this collection. It appears to have been inspired by halftone graphics that follow a military-like color scheme. The weapon consists of grays and dark brown colors, while the back features contrasting dark blue colors. It is definitely one of the more unique designs in the collection, but we don’t find it too appealing.
Galil AR | NV
Now, we’re getting to the bottom of the collection. Starting off the Industrial Grade lineup is the Galil AR | NV.
- Rarity: Industrial Grade
- Price Range: $0.21 – $0.40
- Flavor Text: “Going dark”
Despite being an Industrial grade skin, the Galil AR | NV actually features a sleek futuristic design that is based on a dark gray and black base that has been accented with neon green colors. Though this isn’t the safest combination of colors, it certainly helps the skin become more eye-catching.
FAMAS | Halftone Wash
We have our second “Halftone” themed skin on the Graphics Collection, which is the FAMAS | Halftone Wash.
- Rarity: Industrial Grade
- Price Range: $0.18 – $0.33
- Flavor Text: “Even the calmest waters can quickly change”
The Halftone Wash has been painted with a halftone splash pattern in mind, using a unique color scheme consisting of gray and blue colors that create a dynamic appearance. Though the skin has a lot going on, it actually follows a relatively minimalist design with dots aiming to form an optical illusion.
M249 | Spectrogram
The M249 | Spectrogram is another skin in the Graphics Design Collection, but it is one of the blandest skins on the list.
- Rarity: Industrial Grade
- Price Range: $0.19 – $0.39
- Flavor Text: “This one’s off the charts”
Overall, the Spectrogram skin has a very minimalistic design that has been painted using green and blue halftone patterns. There are geometric stripes that give the skin a little more detail, yet the skin focuses more on being sleek and simple. It is a great skin for players who prefer simple stuff.
SSG 08 | Halftone Whorl
This is the third “Halftone” skin in the collection, and this time, it is the SSG 08 | Halftone Whorl skin.
- Rarity: Industrial Grade
- Price Range: $0.19 – $0.34
- Flavor Text: “Handle with care”
Similar to the previous Halftone skins, the SSG 08 | Halftone Whorl has been painted in blue and green colors that form swirling patterns. The skin boasts a dynamic look that reminds you of water or wind that is moving or flowing. It is a pretty bold skin that works very well considering its price range.
P2000 | Coral Halftone
We have yet another “Halftone” skin, with the P2000 | Coral Halftone being the last one in the family.
- Rarity: Industrial Grade
- Price Range: $0.19 – $0.34
- Flavor Text: “Watch your tone”
This Industrial grade skin features another halftone design, but this time, in varying shades of coral and blue colors. The main highlight of the skin is the gradient effect, which is a nice touch to what would have been a pretty boring skin. The combination of contrasting colors adds an extra layer of depth.
MP7 | Astrolabe
The final skin on the Graphics Design Collection is the MP7 | Astrolabe skin.
- Rarity: Industrial Grade
- Price Range: $0.17 – $0.42
- Flavor Text: “IT’S NOT A CIRCUIT BOARD!”
As the name slightly hints, the Astrolabe skin has been inspired by astronomy, which explains the sophisticated linear patterns and circular-like graphics on the skin that seems to resemble celestial aesthetics. Aside from these line details, the rest of the skin features a dark base to imitate the night time.