So, you've got your hands on some cool weapon cases in Counter-Strike 2, but they're locked up tight. To open them, you're going to need keys. Getting keys in Counter-Strike 2 is pretty straightforward, but it almost always involves spending some real money. There are a couple of ways to do it, and we're going to break them down for you.

The short answer is that you have to buy keys. You can either buy them directly in the game when you go to open a case, or you can buy them from other players on the Steam Community Market.

How to Get Keys in CS2

Let's get into the details of how you can get your hands on some keys and start unlocking those cases.

1. Buying Keys In-Game

This is the most direct way to get a key. When you have a case in your inventory that you want to open, just click on it. You'll see an option to "Unlock Container". Clicking this will prompt you to buy the specific key for that case. It's super simple and you get the key instantly.

I remember the first time I decided to open a case. I had this cool-looking Chroma 3 case and was dying to see what was inside. I just clicked on it, and the game walked me through buying the key. A few seconds later, I was the proud owner of a P250 Valence skin. It wasn't the knife I was dreaming of, but the process was so easy.

2. Buying Keys from the Steam Community Market

Another popular way to get keys is through the Steam Community Market. This is where players can buy and sell in-game items, including case keys. Sometimes, you can find keys here for a little cheaper than the in-game price, but prices can fluctuate a lot depending on demand. It is a good idea to check out our article on "How to Get Cases in Counter Strike 2" to see how you can get cases to then use your keys on.

I once spent a whole afternoon just watching the market prices for a specific key I wanted. I was trying to save a few cents, and it turned into a mini-game for me. I finally snagged one for a good price, and it felt like a small victory. It's a great option if you have some extra funds in your Steam wallet and want to try and get a deal.

It is important to remember that you can't get keys for free through gameplay. While you can get free case drops just by playing, keys will always cost you money. Be careful of any websites or players that claim to offer free keys, as these are often scams.

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