Based on player requests for the best skins for the M4A4, we have written this article with examples of the best skins for every budget.
From the most expensive skins that every player wants to own: The Emperor, Poseidon, Howl, to the mid-budget skins: Neo-Noir, The Coalition, Temukau, Buzz Kill, |é¾ç Dragon King, and the very cheap Spider Lily and Desolate Space.
We relied on players’ and our own opinions to develop the most objective TOP.
By the way, CS2 just recently received an update. For details, there is a Twitter post about it.
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Highlights
- Detailed information about the release date, price, quality, case, and collection of each M4A4 skin in our TOP list
The Emperor
M4A4 | The Emperor
Release Date: March 14, 2019
Price: From ~$7.29
Quality: Covert
Case: Prisma Case
Collection: The Prisma Collection
The community recognizes The Emperor skin for M4A4 as the most beautiful skin. There was a small vote on Reddit, and The Emperor won by a margin over its rivals.
This skin is not one of the most affordableâit can cost as much as $400 or more. However, fans have bought it Battle-Scarred or Well-Worn, complete with stickers, and it looks fantastic.
Price chart The Emperor
You can see an example of how this skin was decorated with a sticker in the article Best Cheap Stickers in CS2 2024.
Poseidon
M4A4 | Poseidon
Release Date: May 26, 2015
Price: From ~$1362
Quality: Classified
Collection: The Gods and Monsters Collection
M4A4 Poseidon is another skin that attracts players’ attention and is one of the most desirable purchases. However, its price is very high and continues to rise. This skin is recommended as an investment.
On Reddit, it’s often in the TOP-3 best skins on the M4A4.
Price chart Poseidon
Howl
M4A4 | Howl
Release Date: May 1, 2014
Price: From ~$3849,99
Quality: Contraband
Case: Huntsman Weapon Case (removed)
Collection: Huntsman Collection (removed)
The M4A4 Howl is an exorbitantly expensive skin considered a treasure in CS2 and the only contraband weapon in the game. The conflict concerns the skin’s authorship and the Howling Dawn sticker. In March 2014, a user posted his artwork in the SteamWorkshop. Valve liked the skin very much, and in May, it appeared as part of the Huntsman Weapon Case.
On June 12, the real author of the image used in the skin and sticker filed a copyright lawsuit. And then Howl became contraband. The rifle’s design was changed: the original “Howl” skin was removed from CS:GO, and in players’ inventories, it was replaced by an updated version of the gun with a picture that did not violate copyright.
Now, the price of the skin can reach 10 thousand dollars and above, and for StatTrak, more than 15 thousand. Nevertheless, players still love and appreciate this skin, considering it a work of art.
Price chart Howl
Neo-Noir
M4A4 | Neo-Noir
Release Date: February 16, 2018
Price: From ~$4,65
Quality: Covert
Case: Clutch Case
Collection: The Clutch Collection
Neo-Noir is a mid-priced skin. It is not rare in the skin market, but it is considered stylish and preferred by many players.
Those interested in investing can explore the possibilities of the brand-new StatTrak M4A4 Neo-Noir, a variant that easily tops out at $100.
Price chart Neo-Noir
The Coalition
M4A4 | The Coalition
Release Date: September 22, 2021
Price: From ~$10,62
Quality: Covert
Collection: The 2021 Train Collection
Another mid-priced skin that players advise. It is somewhat similar to Buzz Kill but looks more elegant.
Price chart The Coalition
Temukau
M4A4 | Temukau
Release Date: February 10, 2023
Price: From ~$7,29
Case: Revolution Case
Collection: The Revolution Collection
It’s one of the best budget skins added to CS2 and one of the few anime-style skins. It’s also recommended on Reddit. While it won’t be to everyone’s taste, it’s an obvious choice for anime fans.
Also, anime fans may be interested in the article Best Anime Skins and Stickers in CS2 2024.
And if you like games in the same style, read Best Anime Games Ever: The Ultimate Top-10 List for 2024.
The price of this skin has been dropping lately, so it may not be a good investment just yet.
Price chart Temukau
Desolate Space
M4A4 | Desolate Space
Release Date: June 15, 2016
Price: From ~$4,48
Quality: Classified
Case: Gamma Case
Collection: The Gamma Collection
Another skin that will fit into a budget under 10 dollars and look good. And if you need something, you can always add stickers. There’s a great option on Reddit to make this skin even more extraordinary!
By the way, stickers like the example will cost about 3 dollars.
Price chart Desolate Space
Dragon King | é¾ç
M4A4 | Dragon King
Release Date: January 8, 2015
Price: From ~$6,61
Quality: Classified
Case: Chroma Case
Collection: The Chroma Collection
Created by community designer L’grand, the skin has only been gaining popularity since 2015. It has many details and makes an excellent impression for the little money you can buy it for.
That’s why this skin is often recommended by CS2 players when considering budget skins.
Price chart Dragon King
Buzz Kill
M4A4 | Buzz Kill
Release Date: November 28, 2016
Price: From ~$7,19
Quality: Covert
Case: Glove Case
Collection: The Glove Collection
Many players like the bright yellow base and the seamless combination of various yellow stickers in the game, which makes this skin stand out. Created by community designer “DasDas“, you can get this skin by opening the Glove Case container.
Not so long ago, this skin was growing in value very fast. This trend has subsided, but it is still a good investment option.
Price chart Buzz Kill
Spider Lily
M4A4 | Spider Lily
Release Date: September 22, 2021
Price: From ~$2,57
Quality: Restricted
Case: Operation Riptide Case
Collection: The Operation Riptide Collection
This skin is the most budget-friendly skin on our list. For a few dollars, you can get skin that many players like. Plus, with just a few stickers, you can customize the skin for awesomeness. You can see an example on Reddit.
Price chart Spider Lily
Summary
The M4A4 is as popular a weapon as the AK-47. You can explore the article Top-10 AK-47 Skins in CS2 (2024 List) to learn more.
