Collectible Pins Capsule Series 1
Collectible Pins Capsule Series 2
Collectible Pins Capsule Series 3
Half-Life: Alyx Collectible Pins Capsule
Open CS2 Collectible Pin Capsules for Free
Open every CS2 and CSGO collectible pin capsule in our free simulator. Collectible pins originated as physical enamel pins sold at Valve-sponsored events and Major tournaments — each physical pin contained a code for an in-game digital version. These pins display on your CS2 profile and are visible during matches. From Series 1 (released at ESL One Katowice 2015) to the Half-Life: Alyx Collectible Pins, browse all 4 pin capsules and try your luck at rare Genuine-quality pins.
CS2 Collectible Pins — Complete History
Collectible Pins debuted on February 26, 2015, initially as exclusive physical enamel pins sold at ESL One Katowice 2015 through WeLoveFine (Valve's merchandise partner). Physical pins came in blind bags — you didn't know which pin you'd get. Each physical pin included a code that granted the same pin in-game with "Genuine" quality, making them distinct from capsule-opened versions.
On May 31, 2016, Valve added in-game pin capsules purchasable directly from the CS:GO store, making pins available to everyone — not just event attendees. Series 2 and Series 3 followed with new designs. The Half-Life: Alyx Collectible Pins were released alongside the VR game in 2020. Pins display on your player profile in CS2 and are visible to other players. Genuine-quality pins (from physical codes) are rarer and more valuable, as they prove attendance at real-world events. Caster Anders Blume once famously recounted buying hundreds of blind bags at events trying to complete his collection.
Tips & Information
- Pins display on your CS2 profile card and are visible to other players during matches.
- Genuine-quality pins (from physical redemption codes) are rarer and more valuable than capsule versions.
- Series 1 pins from Katowice 2015 are the oldest and among the most collectible.
- The Half-Life: Alyx pins are a unique crossover collection featuring designs from Valve's VR game.
- Pin designs feature maps, weapons, and iconic Counter-Strike imagery like the iconic bomb.
- Only one pin can be displayed on your profile at a time — choose your favorite to show off.
Trivia & Fun Facts
- The original physical pins at Katowice 2015 were manufactured through WeLoveFine, the same company that produced official TF2 and Dota 2 merchandise for Valve.
- Series 1 pin designs reference iconic CS elements: the Guardian Elite Pin (CT), the Tactics Pin (Dust II radar), the Mirage Pin (the A site palace), and the Militia Pin.
- Anders "Anders" Blume, the legendary CS caster, famously spoke about buying hundreds of blind bags at events to complete his pin collection — showcasing the addictive nature of physical blind-bag collecting.
- Genuine-quality pins show a distinct green inventory border that standard (capsule-opened) pins do not have — making event attendees' collections visually distinguishable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are CS2 collectible pins?
Collectible pins are digital items that display on your CS2 profile. They originally started as physical enamel pins sold at Valve events and Majors — each with an in-game redemption code. Now they can also be obtained from digital capsules. Pins feature designs based on CS2 maps, weapons, and iconic game imagery.
What does "Genuine" quality mean for pins?
Genuine-quality pins are obtained from physical pin redemption codes — meaning someone actually purchased or received a physical enamel pin at a real-world event. Genuine pins have a distinct green border in the inventory and are rarer than standard capsule-opened versions, making them more valuable to collectors.
Can other players see my pin?
Yes. Your equipped pin is visible on your CS2 profile card, which other players can view during matches and from your Steam profile. You can equip one pin at a time to display as a badge of your collection or event attendance.
How many pin series are there?
There are currently 4 pin capsules available, including Collectible Pins Series 1 (2015), Series 2, Series 3, and the Half-Life: Alyx Collectible Pins. Each series features a unique set of pin designs. Our simulator lets you open all of them for free to see every pin design available.