{"id":16647,"date":"2024-07-23T21:11:46","date_gmt":"2024-07-23T21:11:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/?p=16647"},"modified":"2024-08-06T09:50:51","modified_gmt":"2024-08-06T09:50:51","slug":"how-to-get-keys-in-cs2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/how-to-get-keys-in-cs2\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Keys in CS2?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>I remember the days when you could easily get keys in CS2 for $2.50. It was straightforward, and you could find keys on the marketplace for a slight markup. However, things have changed significantly, and it can be a bit confusing for those of us returning to the game after a hiatus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='the-current-state-of-keys-in-cs2'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-current-state-of-keys-in-cs2\">The Current State of Keys in CS2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-reddit wp-block-embed-reddit\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"reddit-embed-bq\" style=\"height:500px\" ><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/cs2\/comments\/1c2pekh\/guys_boycott_cs2_keys\/\">Guys, boycott CS2 Keys!<\/a><br> by<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/user\/DogC\/\">u\/DogC<\/a> in<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/cs2\/\">cs2<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/embed.reddit.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"UTF-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To get keys in CS2 now, you need to go directly through the game. The old days of trading keys are over, as Valve has made them untradeable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This move has made keys on the Steam marketplace incredibly expensive, sometimes reaching up to $20 each. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Check: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/how-to-buy-the-negev-in-cs2\/\">How to Buy the Negev in CS2? <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='buying-keys-directly-from-cs2'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-buying-keys-directly-from-cs2\">Buying Keys Directly from CS2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-42.png\" alt=\"CS2 Keys\" class=\"wp-image-16651\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-42.png\" data-full-size=\"1024x576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-42.png 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-42-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/image-42-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Inspect a Case<\/strong>: First, you need to have a case in your inventory. Right-click on the case and select &#8220;Inspect.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unlock Container<\/strong>: In the inspection screen, look for the option to &#8220;Unlock Container.&#8221; It&#8217;s usually at the bottom right of the screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Purchase Key<\/strong>: After selecting &#8220;Unlock Container,&#8221; you&#8217;ll see a big green button to buy a key. Click on it, and you&#8217;ll be able to purchase the key directly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Check: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/how-to-play-cs2-on-linux\/\">How to Play CS2 on Linux?<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/how-to-buy-the-negev-in-cs2\/\"> <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='troubleshooting-key-purchases'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-troubleshooting-key-purchases\">Troubleshooting Key Purchases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-24-020803-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"CS2 Store\" class=\"wp-image-16650\" data-full=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-24-020803.jpg\" data-full-size=\"1919x1199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-24-020803-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-24-020803-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-24-020803-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-24-020803-1536x960.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tradeit.gg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Screenshot-2024-07-24-020803.jpg 1919w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 958px) 958px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you encounter issues when trying to buy keys, such as needing to activate the Steam Community, here\u2019s what you can do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Enable Steam Overlay<\/strong>: Go to Steam -> Settings -> In Game -> Enable Steam Overlay while in-game. Toggle this option on and restart the game if necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activate Steam Community<\/strong>: Ensure your Steam Community Market is active. This can be done through your Steam account settings.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='why-are-keys-so-expensive'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-are-keys-so-expensive\">Why Are Keys So Expensive?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main reason keys are so pricey on the marketplace is that only keys bought before the untradeable update are still tradeable. This scarcity drives up the price. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"iframe-wrapper iframe-video\"><iframe title=\"Do You Need Keys To Open Cases in CS2? (Counter Strike 2)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SqGLuC8SgEA?feature=oembed\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to trade other in-game stuff though, then platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/tradeit.gg\">tradeit.gg<\/a> can be useful. They allow you to buy and sell in-game items, although prices might still be high due to the trading restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='conclusion'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigating the new system to get keys in CS2 can be a bit daunting, especially if you&#8217;re used to the old ways. By following the steps above, you should be able to purchase keys directly in-game without much hassle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, the Steam marketplace prices are high due to the changes in trading rules, so always check your options before making a purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id='frequently-asked-questions'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1721768546898\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can you earn keys in CS2?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, you cannot earn keys in CS2; they must be purchased directly through the game.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1721768593701\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much does a key cost in CS2?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A key in CS2 costs $2.50 when purchased directly from the game.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1721768678115\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why can&#8217;t I buy keys for CS2?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you can&#8217;t buy keys, it might be due to not having the Steam Overlay enabled or issues with the Steam Community Market activation.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1721768688450\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do you get CS:GO keys?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You get CS:GO keys by buying them directly in-game from the case opening screen.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I remember the days when you could easily get keys in CS2 for $2.50. 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