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The second Armory Battle Pass in CS2 was released in 2025 and was even better than the first one. It’s a fun way to get cool skins, stickers, charms, and more just by playing the game. In this guide, we’ll explain everything: what it is, how much it costs, how to level it up, and whether it’s worth buying.
What is the Armory Battle Pass?
The Armory Battle Pass is a seasonal feature in Counter-Strike 2. It costs around $15.99 and can only be used by players with Prime Status. With this pass, you can unlock over 100 exclusive items by playing matches and completing challenges.
The pass rewards you with two things:
- Stars – you get them for playing and completing tasks.
- Credits – you earn them by converting stars or upgrading your pass level.
Credits can be spent on:
- Weapon Skins
- Stickers
- Keychains
- Cases (e.g. Fever Case and Gallery Case)
- Special Limited Items
The more you play, the better the rewards.
How many passes can I buy?
You can only use one Armory Battle Pass per season, but you can buy passes for each new season. Players who play a lot and want more skins will benefit the most from this. Casual players can just complete one pass and still get a good amount of rewards.
Drop chances – what are the chances?
The chances of getting rare skins or items vary by category:
- Common items (stickers, base skins) – very likely
- Medium skins (e.g. M4A4 skins) – medium chance
- Rare items (knives, limited skins) – very low chance
- Ultra Rare (e.g. Doppler knives or Souvenir AWP) – extremely rare
You won’t always get expensive drops, but the Battle Pass offers solid value for most players.
How to level up your battle pass
Leveling up is all about earning XP and stars. You can do this by playing and winning, but Valve can also add:
- Daily Challenges – Refresh every day and are as simple as “get 10 kills.”
- Weekly Missions – Offer bigger rewards and take longer to complete.
- Match Performance – Get bonus XP for MVP, Killstreaks, Headshots, and more.
Each level requires XP. To complete the entire pass, you will need 11,700 XP.
XP by game modes
| Game mode | XP gain speed |
| Competitive | 30 XP for a round won |
| Wingman | 15 XP for a round won |
| Casual | 4 XP per point |
| Arms race | 1 XP per point |
| Deathmatch | 0.2 XP per point |
Best Game Modes for Farming XP:
- Competitive – Best if you consistently win rounds
- Casual – Good for steady farming by completing objectives
- Deathmatch – Fast kills, easy warmup, XP builds up quickly
Tips for Earning Stars and Credits Fast
- Play Daily – Complete Daily Challenges every day to quickly collect Stars.
- Focus on Weekly Goals – They give the most progress.
- Use better weapons – More kills and MVP = more XP.
- Participate in Events – Limited-time events offer bonus XP.
- Avoid Burnout – Play in short sessions to stay focused.
What to spend stars and credits on
Prices for items in Armory:
| Item | Cost (credits) |
| Weapon skins | 4 |
| Gun Keychains | 3 |
| Cases | 2 |
| Stickers | 1 |
| Limited skins | 25 |
What’s worth it?
- Save up for weapon skins and limited editions – they often retain value.
- Stickers and cases are fun, but may not pay off in the long run.
- Don’t spend right away – wait to see what becomes available later in the season.
What’s new in the second Armory Battle Pass 2025?
With the release of the second Armory Battle Pass in 2025, Valve has introduced exciting new items and changes as part of the Spring Forward update. The two most important additions are:
Fever Case is a stylish new option for Armory Credits
The Fever Case is now available for just 2 Armory Credits, making it one of the most affordable yet potentially profitable purchases. This case includes a mix of high-tier and stylish skins, as well as four types of knives: Nomad, Paracord, Skeleton, and Survival.
Each knife in the case is available in six possible finishes, including:
- Doppler
- Ultraviolet
- Tiger Tooth
- Marble Fade
- Damascus Steel
- Rust Coat
Among the most desired Covert skins:
- AWP | Printstream
- FAMAS | Bad Trip
And among the Classified skins:
- UMP-45 | K.O. Factory
- Glock-18 | Shinobu
- AK-47 | Searing Rage
These are great options for players who want to get rare and flashy items without spending too many credits.
XM1014 | Solitude – Unique Limited Edition Skin
The new XM1014 | Solitude isn’t just a weapon skin — it’s an evolving work of art. Like patterned skins like the AK-47 | Case Hardened (Blue Gem) or Fade finishes, each version of the XM1014 | Solitude looks different depending on its seed. But this skin takes it a step further — some versions feature completely different patterns, making it feel like you’re collecting multiple designs under one name.
This skin has quickly become a fan favorite and is one of the most talked about additions in the Armory update.
Is the Battle Pass worth buying?
If you play CS2 a lot, yes, it’s 100% worth it. For about $16, you get dozens of rewards just by playing a game you already love. Even casual players can unlock 10-20 items with minimal effort. If you’re really into CS2, you can earn enough to get rare skins that can be worth more than the pass itself.
