As we all know, CSGO is a new creation based on the 1999 classic "CS," with enhancements built upon the foundation of team-based competitive gameplay. The game divides players into Counter-Terrorists (CT) and Terrorists (T), engaging in multi-round battles on various maps. Victory is achieved by meeting map-specific objectives or eliminating the opposing team.



Due to the diversity and rarity of in-game items, many high-spending players, invest heavily in the game. While spending doesn't enhance player character attributes, it allows for personal expression and flaunting in-game. Among the coveted items, knives stand out, commanding exorbitant prices.


For instance, the Shadow Daggers | Fade, reaching a staggering transaction price of nearly 700,000 RMB, is distinguishable by its almost entirely blue appearance, making it exceptionally rare with a low drop rate. While aesthetically pleasing, it may not reach the level of extraordinary astonishment, but it certainly speaks to the extravagance within the gaming community.


Now, let's focus on the star of today's discussion: the Butterfly Knife. The Butterfly Knife has consistently maintained high popularity in CSGO, chosen by many players and even professional gamers in competitions, leading to incremental increases in its market value across all color variants.


In today's market, the prices of Butterfly Knives have skyrocketed to astronomical levels. Most Butterfly Knives were relatively inexpensive two or three years ago. For example, the original Butterfly Knife, recently priced around $1,000, was only slightly over $120 five years ago. Skins with coatings that were once priced at two or three thousand RMB are now considered unattainable.


This may sound exaggerated, but what is the special "magic" behind the soaring prices of Butterfly Knives? A favorite among players and professionals alike, the Butterfly Knife is considered a "wealth guide" for traders. What sets it apart?



Firstly, the primary reason lies in the Butterfly Knife's cutting and inspecting animations, often described as the epitome of knife elegance. Once in hand, players find it hard to resist continuously pressing the F key. The Butterfly Knife differs significantly from other knife types, offering two inspection animations and two cutting animations. The first cutting animation swings the blade forward, while the second opens the hilt before grasping it to reveal the blade.




Regarding inspection animations, the first is simple, showcasing a slight rotation of the Butterfly Knife to display its front side. The second, and the one most players love, involves the Butterfly Knife spinning continuously between the fingers for two full rotations — undeniably stylish!




The transition from cutting to inspecting the Butterfly Knife is smooth and lacks noticeable hitches, creating a graceful display of unfolding and rotating. Additionally, the Butterfly Knife's inspection has two variations, one during inspection and the other after completion, each presenting a different state of the hilt.




With a slender and exquisite design, the Butterfly Knife's blade sheath becomes the handle, making it look exceptionally elegant during weapon switching. Despite its small blade surface, limiting the space for graffiti, popular color schemes like Tiger Tooth, Slaughter, and Doppler add a unique charm to the Butterfly Knife.


Furthermore, the Butterfly Knife maintains high daily transaction volumes, truly earning its place as a popular knife type in the market. As many colored variants of the Butterfly Knife may not perform exceptionally well in low-efficiency conditions, the popularity of the original Butterfly Knife has gradually increased. Aside from that, patterns like Tiger Tooth, Slaughter, and Doppler, especially in high-efficiency, high-shadow scenarios, showcase impeccable craftsmanship and detail, providing a luxurious feel. The original Butterfly Knife has thus become a transitional knife type, offering a choice for many players who haven't experienced it before.


The real-world inspiration for the Butterfly Knife comes from the Nepal region and evolved through generations to become the iconic in-game knife type. This serves as a significant reason for many players wanting to purchase it — the joy of experiencing a classic tool in the game. Valve has successfully brought together renowned knives from around the world into CSGO, providing players with an array of choices.




Currently, the Butterfly Knife boasts a total of 19 skins, spanning both cool and warm color tones. Regardless of color, a simple spin is all it takes. I believe everyone has their ranking for the Butterfly Knife, emphasizing that personal comfort is the ultimate principle in enjoying these items.




Gaming is meant for entertainment and enjoyment, and competitive games especially should highlight the competitive spirit. The true essence of gaming lies in the exhilaration of personal gameplay and team coordination, not in pursuing in-game profits through crate openings. Remember, the most important thing in gaming is to have fun!