Interview with Olofmeister: His Take on CS2 Skins & Personal Favorites

Without a doubt, skins play a significant role in Counter-Strike these days. While they are cosmetic items, some of them share historical moments from the pro scene. For example, have you seen Glock-18 | Sacrifice? Being one of many weapon finishes, in truth it commemorates the most noticeable highlight of olofmeister’s gameplay and means a lot for his fans. But what about the Swedish player himself? What is his relationship with skins? How exactly does he know what to add to the loadout? Let’s find out together in our interview with the legend of the pro scene in the next few minutes!

Legend Of The Pro Scene

Olof “olofmeister” Kajbjer is a former Swedish professional CS2 (CS:GO) player. Born January 31, 1992, olofmeister is known for playing for Fnatic from late 2014 to late 2017. Multiple victories in tournaments like StarLadder StarSeries X and ESWC 2014, two Majors (ESL One: Katowice 2015 and ESL One: Cologne 2015) alongside a major MVP award, and was ranked in the HLTV Top 20 ranking four times.

One of the most noticeable parts of his career is the match against Team Dignitas, on the map Overpass. In this game, olofmeister defused the bomb milliseconds before a Molotov killed him. To commemorate this moment, Valve added graffiti on the map and the mentioned weapon skin (Glock-18 | Sacrifice).

No less recognizable is his joining FaZe Clan in 2017. With the new team, olofmeister has won multiple tournaments, including ESL One: New York 2017, Epicenter 2018, and Blast Pro Series Copenhagen 2019. At the same time, the player has not won a Major with FaZe Clan.

These days, olofmeister is primarily focused on streaming, engaging with the Counter-Strike community, and making appearances at esports events. In January 2026, the player was inducted into the HLTV Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2025.

Olofmeister’s Relationship With Skins

Now, it’s time to finally find out what olofmeister cares for in the case of CS2 (CS:GO) skins. The primary question we asked the player was about the first CS skin that genuinely meant something to him. While most of us have such an item in the game, pro players who shine in S tournaments aren’t the exception to the rule. And, of course, it doesn’t mean specifically something expensive, but more personal.

Definitely my M9 Bayonet Ruby. I got it donated to me back in 2014, and I’ve had it ever since. It wasn’t really about the value — it meant a lot because of how I got it, and it’s always been one of those skins that’s stayed with me.

No less exciting is knowing whether there is a single skin that olofmeister connects with a specific era, team, tournament, or moment in his career.

Yeah, that same M9 Ruby. Every time I see it, it takes me back to 2014 and that period of my career. It reminds me of the tournaments, the people I played with, and everything that was happening back then. It’s more than just a skin—it’s tied to a lot of great memories from Counter-Strike.

Regardless of whether you began to play from the 1.6 version, CS:GO, or CS2, your relationship with skins changes through the amount of hours you spend in the game. Some users continue to change their loadout each season, while others don’t want to be bothered by skins at all. But how has olofmeister’s relationship with skins changed from his early CS career to today?

In the beginning, I didn’t really care that much about skins. I was just focused on improving and competing. Over the years, they’ve become a much bigger part of Counter-Strike. Now I appreciate them a lot more, not just because they look good, but because some of them remind me of different periods of my career.

Following up on the previous question, what exactly do skins mean for the legend of the pro scene? Are they just cosmetics, personal identity, collectibles, or part of the wider Counter-Strike culture?

I’d say they’re a bit of everything. For me, it’s mostly about having a loadout I enjoy playing with. But over the years, skins have become such a big part of Counter-Strike that they’re part of the game’s identity now. I honestly can’t imagine CS without them anymore.

Before we buy, trade, or let go of a CS2 skin, we usually have our personal Skin Check. It helps us to make sure that everything is right before making a decision. olofmeister has it as well.

The first thing I ask myself is whether I’ll actually enjoy using it. If I like how it looks in-game and the price feels fair, that’s usually enough for me.

No less important is the skin’s visual aspect. How does it look in-game? How does it fit a loadout? Float and condition, price, or something else?

Definitely how it looks in-game. Marketplace screenshots don’t always tell the full story, so I always want to see how it actually looks while playing.

At the same time, there could be only one detail that instantly makes you stop and think before getting a skin. While you might think about a sticker combo, olofmeister has a simpler red flag he pays attention to.

Honestly, I don’t overthink it too much. If I like skin, I like it. I usually just go with what feels right instead of trying to follow trends or overanalyzing every little detail.

Speaking of buying skins, we couldn’t ask a Swedish legend his opinion about what players most often overlook before getting one. And, to be honest, it’s hard to disagree with olofmeister. Even after a thousand hours of gameplay, we still sometimes buy a design just because it’s especially popular right now.

I think a lot of people buy a skin without thinking about whether they’ll actually enjoy using it. It’s easy to get caught up in what’s popular or expensive, but at the end of the day you’re the one looking at it every round.

In that case, how exactly can we be sure that a skin is worth keeping rather than replacing?

If I keep coming back to it. I’ve used a lot of different skins over the years, but if one always ends up back in my loadout, that’s usually a sign it’s the right one for me.

On the contrary, there are moments when it is time to let go of a skin. Undoubtedly, it is quite important to understand it and make the right decision. For such a case, olofmeister has a simple rule that means it’s time to sell a skin.

When I stop using it. If it’s just sitting in my inventory and I always choose something else instead, then it’s probably time to move on.

No less important is the moment of accepting a trade. While there are multiple guides on avoiding scams, olofmeister first checks the possible addition in the game.

I’d just want to know exactly what I’m getting. That’s the main thing.

Another question we asked olofmeister applies to float, pattern, stickers, and rare details that matter to him as a player. Undoubtedly, sometimes we just want to get something fancy and ready to use. In truth, the Swedish legend cares less about such details than about the skin itself.

For me, they’re not the biggest factor. I don’t spend a lot of time looking at floats or patterns. If I like how a skin looks and enjoy using it, that’s what matters most to me. I think sometimes people get too caught up in the tiny details instead of just using skins they actually like.

Trading is not only about choosing the right skins, but also about regretting selling the items. Of course, olofmeister has stories familiar to both casual and competitive players.

Oh, definitely. Dragon Lore, Howl, capsules… and a ton more. Looking back now, it’s crazy to think how much they’re worth today. But back then, nobody really knew where the market was going. Imagine all the money!

Following a pro player, it is always exciting to know more about their preferences. At the same time, no less important is knowing whether there is a skin that most people love but that olofmeister personally does not understand.

For me, it’s probably the AK-47 Fire Serpent. I know it’s an iconic skin and a lot of people love it, but it was never really my style. To me, it kind of looks like a bad painting. I can appreciate why it’s so popular, but it’s just not one I’d choose for my own loadout.

The last question we wanted to ask the Swedish legend is what his younger self would have done differently when building a first serious inventory?

Honestly, I didn’t really care about skins back then. These days I just buy skins I like, and if they happen to go up in price, that’s a nice bonus!

The Personal Side of Olofmeister

Each of us has our own iconic skin. It could be something legendary, such as AWP | Dragon Lore or AK Blue Gem #661, or more affordable yet personally outstanding as Inheritance, Fade, or Jaguar. And, for sure, olofmeister has his own iconic skin that he has used for years as well. Spoiler: it’s not AK-47 | Fire Serpent.

1) What is the first skin you remember really caring about?

My M9 Bayonet Ruby. I got it donated back in 2014, and I still have it today.

2) The skin you would never let go of and why?

Probably my M9 Ruby. It has too many memories attached to it.

3) Which popular CS2 skin do you personally not understand the hype around?

The AK-47 Fire Serpent. I know it’s iconic, but to me it kind of looks like a bad painting.

4) Which skin reminds you most of a specific team, tournament, teammate, or moment in your career?

Definitely my M9 Ruby. It always takes me back to 2014 and that period of my career.

Olofmeister’s Skin Check

What exactly should you pay attention to when choosing a skin? While some learn a ton about the skin’s history, others buy it without delay. Of course, for different players it could be a different crucial detail: float value, sticker combo, or even a specific pattern. Follow our material to learn exactly how olofmeister has chosen the additions to his loadout for years.

1) Before you buy or trade for a skin, what is the first thing you check?

Simple: do I actually like it?

2) What is one thing that would make you stop before buying or trading for a skin?

Honestly, not much. If I like it, I like it.

3) What is one Skin Check rule every CS2 player should follow before clicking Buy, Sell, or Trade?

Buy skins because you enjoy using them — not just because everyone else does.

Olofmeister’s Skin Check

In the end, check the short rules olofmeister uses for any skin in the game, regardless of whether it’s one of the new collections or a classic Case Hardened.

First skin I truly cared about:

M9 Bayonet Ruby (donated to me in 2014).

Skin I would never trade away:

My M9 Bayonet Ruby.

Skin hype I do not understand:

AK-47 Fire Serpent – it looks like a bad painting.

Most personal skin memory:

My M9 Ruby always takes me back to 2014 and that period of my career.

First thing I check:

Do I actually like it?

My biggest deal-breaker:

Honestly, I don’t overthink it. If I don’t like it, I won’t buy it.

My Skin Check rule:

Buy skins because you enjoy using them. If they go up in price, that’s a nice bonus.

Conclusion

As you can see, olofmeister follows a simple rule about CS skins. If the legend of the pro scene likes it, he will definitely add it to his inventory. At the same time, it’s important to remember to sell a skin you stop enjoying. Overall, don’t overthink it too much and add skins that you like instead of trying to follow trends. The same applies to float values, patterns, and stickers. Each skin is a bonus, while the real gem is your skill and how you enjoy the game.