Spectrum Case Specifications

AttributeDetails
ContainerSpectrum Case
Series Number#207
TypeWeapon Case
CollectionThe Spectrum Collection
Rarity LevelConsumer Grade
Release DateMarch 15, 2017
Update NameTake a trip to the Canals
Rarity stats2 - Covert
3 - Classified
5 - Restricted
7 - Mil-Spec
All - StatTrak™
CategoriesAll, StatTrak™

CS2 Spectrum Case History

The cs2 Spectrum Case was released on March 15, 2017 alongside the Take a trip to the Canals update, and it marked the debut of the Butterfly Knife in the Doppler finish family for the very first time. Until this case, the Butterfly Knife had only been available in classic finishes from the Operation Breakout Weapon Case, and the addition of Doppler phases including the ultra-rare Black Pearl, Ruby, and Sapphire instantly made the Spectrum Case one of the most coveted containers in the game. The weapon pool introduced the AWP Fever Dream and AK-47 Neon Rider at Covert - though the Neon Rider would later also appear in the Horizon Case - and delivered a strong lineup of skins across all rarity tiers.

How to open the Spectrum Case in CS2

The Spectrum Case can appear as a random post-match drop in CS2, though with the large number of active cases in the pool the probability of receiving this specific one through passive play is low. Direct purchase is the more reliable path for players who want to open it on their own schedule.

Buying the Spectrum Case on the Steam Community Market and opening it with a CS2 case key is the standard approach. On BloodyCase you can open it without purchasing a key, getting your result immediately with any skin ready to transfer to your Steam account.


Spectrum Case Skins

The Spectrum Case items span seventeen weapon skins across four rarity tiers and an exclusive Butterfly Knife Doppler pool. The seven Mil-Spec skins are the PP-Bizon Jungle Slipstream, SCAR-20 Blueprint, Desert Eagle Oxide Blaze, Five-SeveN Capillary, MP7 Akoben, P250 Ripple, and Sawed-Off Zander. At Restricted you will find the Galil AR Crimson Tsunami, M249 Emerald Poison Dart, MAG-7 Heat, MP5-SD Phosphor, and P90 Shallow Grave. Three Classified skins sit above: the AUG Amber Slipstream, M4A1-S Hyper Beast, and USP-S Cortex. The two Covert weapons are the AWP Fever Dream and AK-47 Neon Rider. The rare knife tier features the Butterfly Knife across Doppler Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Black Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Damascus Steel, Marble Fade, Tiger Tooth, and Ultraviolet.

FAQ

Can the Spectrum Case still drop in CS2?

Yes, the Spectrum Case is still in the active drop pool in CS2 and can be received as a random post-match reward. The probability of receiving this specific case is low, so purchasing is the more practical option for most players.

What is the best way to get the Spectrum Case?

The most reliable way is to sign up for BloodyCase and open a case there. You are guaranteed to receive your skin, which you can then transfer to your Steam account.

What knives are in the Spectrum Case?

The Spectrum Case features the Butterfly Knife exclusively in its rare tier, available in the following finishes: Doppler Phase 1, Doppler Phase 2, Doppler Phase 3, Doppler Phase 4, Doppler Black Pearl, Doppler Ruby, Doppler Sapphire, Damascus Steel, Marble Fade, Tiger Tooth, and Ultraviolet.

Is it worth opening the Spectrum Case?

The Spectrum Case is one of only two cases in CS2 that contains the Butterfly Knife in Doppler finishes. A Butterfly Knife Doppler Ruby, Sapphire, or Black Pearl is among the highest-value knife outcomes in the entire game, and this case is one of the two direct paths to that outcome. The weapon pool is also strong, with the AWP Fever Dream being a distinctive Covert skin with consistent demand. At its price point, the Spectrum Case is a compelling choice for players who specifically want Butterfly Knife Doppler variants.

How much does the Spectrum Case cost?

The Spectrum Case price on BloodyCase is as follows: 1 case for $1,49, 5 cases for $7,45, and 10 cases for $14,9. Opening on BloodyCase means no separate key is required, making the process straightforward.