Counter-Strike: Global Offensive’s popularity knows no bounds, proven many times over the last 12 years since its release in August 2012. This unstoppable force has brought billions of dollars to the company in the long run. Over the past 5 years, the player base has continued to grow and now exceeds 1 million, making this online first-person shooter the most popular game on Steam. Despite many competitors shaking up the gaming scene in different ways, CSGO has remained strong and looks set to continue this trend for years to come. A big part of this success is thanks to the Arms Deal update, introduced a year after the game’s launch.

This update brought cosmetic items for in-game weapons, commonly known as “skins.” Although people were skeptical at first, the introduction of the Community Workshop eased concerns over time. The Workshop allowed the community to create their own weapon skins and earn a share of the revenue if their designs were selected and released in Valve’s game. Over the years, the skin market has grown, and the variety of available cosmetics has also expanded. Today, you can find a wide range of cosmetic items for in-game gear, such as stickers, knife skins, graffiti, gloves, capsules, and more.

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List of the Best CT Agents in CS2

The latest cosmetic addition to CSGO2 was agent skins, introduced with Operation Shattered Web in 2019. While Valve initially updated some agent models to modern standards, they eventually made agents available for purchase through operations. This practice continued with the next two operations, bringing the total number of agent skins to 63 for both CT and T sides.

While there are 29 different Counter-Terrorist agents to choose from, we’ve narrowed down the list to the top 10 agents you can buy. This list includes agents we consider the best in terms of value and overall appeal. Let’s get started!

Special Agent Ava

Special Agent Ava is not only one of the first agents introduced but also the first female agent in CS:GO 2. Ava is a strong veteran with a confident personality, which is clear in her voice lines.

She wears a dark blue jacket with “AGENT” on each sleeve and a bright yellow “FBI” on the front. You can upgrade her look with Field Agent gloves and a Doppler Phase 4 or Night knife as a more affordable option.

Special Agent Ava | FBI
Starting at $9.39

Lt. Commander Ricksaw

Lt. Commander Ricksaw is one of the best-designed CT agents and one of the few with short sleeves, letting you fully see your gloves in-game.

He has a strong personality, and his voice acting stands out. Ricksaw is one of the few agents with gloves designed just for his model—Specialist Gloves Lt. Commander with the same camo as his cap. The M9 Bayonet Vanilla knife completes his look.

Lt. Commander Ricksaw | NSWC SEAL
Starting at $6.69

1st Lieutenant Farlow

1st Lieutenant Farlow from SWAT is another strong female addition to the CT side, able to handle any challenge. She’s known for her versatility and confident smile.

Complete her look with Hand Wraps Spruce DDPAT and any Vanilla-finish knife.

1st Lieutenant Farlow | SWAT
Starting at $3.01

Seal Team 6 Soldier

Seal Team 6 Soldier is another well-designed, affordable CT agent. He stood out when introduced with Operation Shattered Web. Upgrade him with Specialist Gloves Forest DDPAT and an M9 Bayonet Forest DDPAT.

Seal Team 6 Soldier | NSWC SEAL
Starting at $2.41

3rd Commando Company

3rd Commando Company is an early CT agent, resembling Seal Team 6 Soldier but as the German KSK version. He’s one of the few agents with gloves designed just for his model.

Upgrade with Moto Gloves 3rd Commando Company and an M9 Bayonet Forest DDPAT.

3rd Commando Company | KSK
Starting at $2.83

Cmdr. Frank ‘Wet Sox’ Baroud

Cmdr. Frank ‘Wet Sox’ Baroud from SEAL is a recent CT addition from Operation Riptide. He’s a special forces expert in underwater warfare, reflected in his wetsuit. Equip him with any Night-finish knife and Moto Gloves Eclipse or Specialist Gloves Field Agent. For a premium look, use Sports Gloves Amphibious.

Cmdr. Frank ‘Wet Sox’ Baroud | SEAL Frogman
Starting at $31.68

Operator

The FBI SWAT Operator is a veteran with vast experience, skilled in hostage rescue, bomb defusal, and counter-terrorism. He’s a great pick for maps like Ancient, where his uniform blends with the environment.

Operator | FBI SWAT
Starting at $1.90

Michael Syfers

Michael Syfers is one of the early agent models. A former athlete recruited by the FBI after an injury, his backwards cap gives him a coach vibe. Now, he does the same, but with a sniper SMG in hand.

Michael Syfers | FBI Sniper
Starting at $1.80

Primeiro Tenente

Primeiro Tenente was released with Operation Riptide in 2021. He’s a Brazilian special forces agent specializing in jungle and swamp warfare, mainly in the Amazon.

Pair him with Forest DDPAT gloves and an M9 Bayonet Forest DDPAT for a perfect look.

Primeiro Tenente | Brazilian 1st Battalion
Starting at $7.13

‘Blueberries’ Buckshot

‘Blueberries’ Buckshot is a SEAL weapons specialist in a blue camo Navy uniform. He’s popular for his camo and can be fully equipped with matching gloves, knives, and weapons. For a complete look, use Specialist Gloves Mogul, a Bright Water knife, and M4A4 Bright Water.

‘Blueberries’ Buckshot | NSWC SEAL
Starting at $3.34

Conclusion

This wraps up our list of the best CT agents you can buy in CS2. The number of agents is limited because they don’t drop like cases. Agents have only been released as part of operations, available by completing missions or buying stars and exchanging them for agent skins. This means their supply will only decrease, and prices will rise. Whether you buy one agent to match your loadout or several as an investment, you can’t go wrong.

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