CSGO Trade? These Prices Cut Like a Knife

Why would anyone bring a knife to a gunfight? To show off, or some prefer those vicious close-encounter kills, which is the case in Counter-Strike Global Offensive (CS:GO). So, why do players utilize a knife? Well, when a blade has high value (not in-game money, but real money in the marketplace) then you might as well flaunt it and raise havoc. Check out these hundred-dollar knives of CSGO skins in the CSGO trade.

CSGO Trading: StatTrak™ M9 Bayonet

To some gamers, first-person shooters are about killing your opponents, racking up points, and earning bragging rights. If you’re that type of player, then the StatTrak™ series of CSGO skins is a good fit for you since they record certain data, including confirmed kills. StatTrak™ M9 Bayonet knives are no different; these blades are made to raise some hell.  

There is the M9 Bayonet Fade, whose blade has a metallic color gradient of purple, magenta, bright orange, and black from the tip to the base. Also, the M9 Bayonet Deep Crimson, which (as the name suggests), features a knife with a dark crimson blade and hilt tip. The M9 Bayonet Fade cost $313 to $454, while the M9 Bayonet Deep Crimson ranges from $184 to $210.

Karambit

The karambit is a bloody and lethal-looking knife that is central to the Southeast Asian martial art called “silat.” Since it has a mean look with an animal claw-like shape, this small but terrible blade has become a favorite CSGO skins choice for those in the CSGO trade.

The M9 Bayonet Fade has a golden blade with black stripes, and also a golden hoop at the tip of the hilt. With its shape and its hue, this karambit evokes the same speed, ferocity, and beauty as of the big cat. On the other hand, the M9 Bayonet Deep Crimson has a scarlet-colored blade and hoop by the hilt, which adds to the sinister vibe that the knife gives off. Both blades are roughly $400, and the Tiger Tooth is fifty bucks more.  

CSGO Skins: StatTrak™ Butterfly Knife

You’ve probably witnessed this knife in action movies before, especially gangster films, or maybe being played by Hit-Girl in Kick-Ass. Regardless if whether you’ve seen it before or not, this style of knife, which originated from the Philippines, made its way to CSGO. The butterfly blade is and priciest knife of CSGO skins.

For the StatTrak™ butterfly knives, there’s the Slaughter and the Crimson Web. The Slaughter doesn’t need an introduction because we’ve already talked about the similar karambit. The Crimson Web is a deeper version compared to the StatTrak™ Bayonet’s Deep Crimson, ironically. Both styles of blades range from $300 to $380 (that’s CSGO trading for you).  

Flip Knife | Lore

One of the most sought-after CSGO skins from the CSGO trading platforms is the AWP Dragon Lore. Sporting that iconic scaly green dragon look, the sniper was made to look like the legendary reptile in one’s hands (similar to the Flip Knife).

With the Flip Knife, its golden curved back is laced with knotwork that runs throughout the length of the blade, while green scales cover the handle of the weapon. Since it doesn’t resemble a dragon, such as its AWP counterpart, it appears to be made from parts of the mythical creature. If you want a blade, forget crafting; instead, invest $260 to $400.

Without a doubt, these knives are steep prices in CSGO trading and can be difficult to come across. Bring these knives to a gunfight and be successful, and you’ll be remembered in the gaming community (just don’t get yourself killed). Get your blade on!

FIFA 18: What to Expect and It’s Release

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EA has announced the release of the new FIFA game. FIFA 18 launches in September 2017, for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. A developer even confirmed that a version is going to be available for the Switch. Sure, FIFA has a rocky relationship with portable devices, but here's to hoping that the Switch version is an upgrade from the game's other portable versions.

What’s the Buzz with FIFA 18?

For now, there’s confirmation that FIFA 18 will run on the Frostbite engine, the same engine utilized in Battlefield 1 and Dragon Age. Expect better graphics and sharper details. There’s a season two of the Journey narrative that started in FIFA 17. Continue the voyage of Alex Hunter as he picks up where he left off.

The game is likely to have VR support on the PS4 and PC versions, perhaps only as far as camera point of view. A developer mentioned that they had not found an experience that beats playing the game with a controller, which is why VR won’t replace the controls. The dynamic weather feature in this game adds a new layer of gameplay. Rain might visit an ongoing match, forcing players to switch strategies since the muddy field increases the chances of player injury and slows down running players.

Improvements to Make

Some FIFA fans are disappointed with certain game mechanics that will hopefully not happen in FIFA 18. The flaws include “scripting,” where the AI goes from having a brick wall as a defense to wet tissue paper at a certain point during a game. The player is almost always guaranteed a win. Sometimes the other extreme happens where the AI’s defenders are too good, and strikers miss goals more than they should. Sure, the game needs a challenge, but this just feels off and artificial.

There’s a tendency for the game to favor weaker players in online matches. While this could be the result of the game’s servers trying to compensate for ping and the player’s respective connection strength, players think it’s somewhat unfair. Free kicks might see an improvement, as well as input delay. One complaint to address for the Journey is the dialogue choices. FIFA gamers have felt that the choices didn’t affect anything and would like it to influence gameplay more.

All Aboard the Hype Train

With the release of FIFA 18 on the horizon, will farming FIFA coins be worth it? Well, it depends on the publication of the new game. If the game ends up worse than its predecessors, it might still be worth it. If not, the same farming strategies might not be useful anymore. EA's sure to have some guard against the common strategies, except maybe the sites where players sell FIFA coins. Anyway, there’s still a few months left to figure things out. For now, enjoy FIFA 17 because EA has promised that FIFA 18 will be the best FIFA game ever.

A Primer on CSGO Skins

You may be wondering what CSGO skins are and why gamers, who play the game are raving about them. The article is to help you understand what they are, and why skins are a big deal.

 What Are CSGO Skins?

They are cosmetic items that change how your weapons appear. Even though the skins don’t power up your weapons, there are some tactical benefits. On the other hand, decking out your weaponry with color variations could be a motivational way to keep your head in the game.

Valve introduced the skins feature in the “Arms Deal” update for Counter-Strike: Global Offensive to allow players to customize their weapons. In fact, Valve has also introduced a feature that enables players to rename their weapon for a fee, and there are stickers for further modification. Some skins can now keep track of confirmed kills. Also, the update invites players to collect and trade with each other. Not too long ago, a new feature made waves that let players create personal skins through the Steam Workshop.

Where Can I Get Cheap CSGO Skins?

The easiest way to get them is to play the game because they drop after matches on official Steam servers. Skins can come from cases that may drop after matches, though you would need to purchase a key to open it. You can buy the keys officially or from other players in the Steam Marketplace. However, those sources are random. You don’t know what you’ll get. If you’re looking for a specific skin to utilize, it might be better to search for someone selling that specific skin.

Some sites host player to player trading. The Steam Marketplace is one that’s accessible through the Steam app; otherwise, you can search for “cheap CSGO skins.” You’ll get some hits online, but it’s hard to determine which network is the most reliable. Some of the portals have scammers, so trading on those puts your identity and funds at risk.

What to Do with Skins?

Aside from the fact that you can enhance your skins, you can gamble with them. Yes, you read that right. Certain sites that are selling skins are betting sites. Some gamers buy skins with real money to bet, similar to buying poker chips. With Valve, players were betting on match outcomes (identical to betting on horse races). The opportunity to win big is an irresistible draw, which led to some suing Valve for their losses and for letting it happen. In response, Valve banned gambling last year. On the other hand, the ban made other platforms make their operations more secretive instead. As long as people put value in these virtual things, CSGO gambling sites won’t die.

What's worse is that a big portion of CSGO players are adolescents. Some CSGO gambling websites don't have an age requirement, which could make teenagers more accessible for spending their parent’s money. Also, the youth might not know when to stop spending because gambling can be addicting.

However, you can opt to sell skins. Perhaps, you’ll be able to profit more reliably than gambling them away. Besides, you can continue playing the game to get more. If so, buying skins won’t be necessary; instead, you can keep selling or trading them.

What Now?

The key take away about CSGO skins is that they’re a lucrative resource, which can generate real money, but it’s mostly useful for betting on matches. You can sell, buy, and trade if it aligns with your goal(s). Some players enjoy tailoring their weapons (CSGO knives, rifles, SMGs, or pistols) while others collect them to sell or trade. Whether you’re buying, selling, or trading, explore the CSGO website. If it looks sketchy, pull out. Good news: you don’t have to browse online for CSGO skins because you’re already in the safest, fastest, and quickest player-to-player network.