A Look at the Top USP Skins Right Now
The USP-S is one of the most iconic pistols in Counter-Strike, known for its precision and clean design. It has also become a popular canvas for some of the game’s best skins.
In this article, we take a closer look at the most popular USP-S skins in CS2. From futuristic designs like Printstream to bold classics like Kill Confirmed and stylish options like Neo-Noir, you’ll find a range of standout choices.
Printstream
The USP Printstream is a Covert-rarity pistol skin released on July 1, 2022, as part of the Recoil Case. It was designed by JTPNZ, the artist also known for several other skins in the Printstream series.
This skin features a sleek, black-and-white design with clean lines, digital elements, and subtle pearl/holo effects that shimmer under certain lighting in-game. It’s often praised for its futuristic, minimalist vibe.
How to get the USP-S Printstream
The skin is available by opening the Recoil Case.
Jawbreaker
The USP Jawbreaker is a Classified-rarity pistol skin released on February 6, 2024, as part of the Kilowatt Case. It was designed by Samolee, an artist known for colorful and dynamic weapon designs.
The skin showcases bold graffiti art with a monstrous jaw motif in vibrant colors, giving it a wild and energetic street-art vibe.
How to get the USP Jawbreaker
The skin is available by opening the Kilowatt Case.
Cortex
The USP Cortex is a Classified-rarity pistol skin released on February 14, 2018, as part of the Clutch Case. It was designed by Glasgow died, a well-known skin artist specializing in surreal and vivid themes.
This skin features a neon-styled skull with exposed brain elements, blending cyberpunk aesthetics with a bright pastel color palette.
How to get the USP Cortex
The skin is available by opening the Clutch Case.
The Traitor
The USP The Traitor is a Covert-rarity pistol skin released on May 3, 2021, as part of the Snakebite Case. It was designed by Zaphk in collaboration with OniLolz and 2Minds.
The skin presents a detailed tarot-card inspired design with rich red, gold, and black colors, offering a mystical and artistic feel.
How to get the USP The Traitor
The skin is available by opening the Snakebite Case.
Neo-Noir
The USP Neo-Noir is a Covert-rarity pistol skin released on March 15, 2017, as part of the Spectrum Case. It was designed by donschi, known for his distinctive comic book art style.
The skin features a stylized noir illustration with deep blues and purples, portraying a femme fatale character in graphic novel fashion.
How to get the USP Neo-Noir
The skin is available by opening the Spectrum Case.
Kill Confirmed
The USP Kill Confirmed is a Covert-rarity pistol skin released on September 17, 2015, as part of the Shadow Case. It was designed by Tuna Melt, a prominent skin creator.
This skin displays a dramatic scene where a bullet shatters a skull mid-flight, with vivid red splashes and comic book intensity.
How to get the USP Kill Confirmed
The skin is available by opening the Shadow Case.
Bleeding Edge
The USP Bleeding Edge is a Restricted-rarity pistol skin released on March 31, 2025, as part of the Radiant Collection. It was developed internally by Valve.
The skin showcases a striking red-to-silver chrome finish with futuristic design elements, giving it a high-tech, polished appearance.
How to get the USP Bleeding Edge
The skin is available through Radiant Collection packages.
Orion
The USP Orion is a Classified-rarity pistol skin released on May 1, 2014, as part of the Huntsman Weapon Case. It was designed by frontaLOBE.
This skin features sharp black and orange lines with a racing-inspired aesthetic, creating a clean, aggressive tactical look.
How to get the USP Orion
Originally available by opening the Huntsman Weapon Case.
Black Lotus
The USP Black Lotus is a Mil-Spec-rarity pistol skin released on September 21, 2021, as part of the Operation Riptide Case. It was designed by moonfighter.
The design showcases elegant purple and pink lotus flowers across a deep black background, offering a more subtle and refined appearance compared to flashier skins.
How to get the USP Black Lotus
The skin is available by opening the Operation Riptide Case.
Monster Mashup
The USP Monster Mashup is a Classified-rarity pistol skin released on December 3, 2020, as part of the Operation Broken Fang collection. It was designed by Nextgenz, known for playful and chaotic designs.
The skin features a colorful, graffiti-style composition filled with quirky monsters and cartoonish details, creating a chaotic urban look.
How to get the USP Monster Mashup
The skin is available by opening the Operation Broken Fang Case.
