On December 18, 2013, the M249 | Magma made its debut in CS2 as part of the Winter Offensive Weapon Case, coinciding with the "Winter Offensive" update. The skin was designed by community artist "Algis."
Origin
To acquire the M249 | Magma, players must open a Winter Offensive Weapon Case container. This skin is also included in the Winter Offensive Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the M249 | Magma holds an 81% popularity rating, placing it among the top 19% of the most favored items in CS2.
Rarity
Among 51 other Machinegun skins, the M249 | Magma ranks as a Mil-Spec Grade item, resulting in a relatively common drop rate estimated at 79.92%.
Availability
The M249 | Magma is priced between $1.27 and $7.00, making it quite an accessible skin.
Versions
Float values for the M249 | Magma span from 0.00 to 0.70, allowing it to be found across all exterior conditions. Each exterior variant also includes a StatTrak version of the Magma.
Finish Style
This M249 features a "Patina" application with the Magma finish. Patina refers to a chemical reaction that creates a hardened, non-reactive shell over metal surfaces. Real-world weapons may exhibit patinas such as case hardening, cold bluing, and acid-induced patinas. The appearance of the Magma finish is influenced by its pattern index, and the skin utilizes the older legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The M249 | Magma has garnered over 3 votes, yielding an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars. It is currently possessed by professional CS2 players boltz, scream, and osee.