XM1014 | Fallout Warning (Fabriksny)

The XM1014 | Fallout Warning is a unique skin with a design that depicts a radiation symbol on a background of black and yellow hazard stripes. This skin belongs to the Nuke Collection and was released in May 2013.

This skin is classified as 'Industrial Grade,' meaning it is not super rare but is a notable one in any inventory due to appeal of its striking design.

The Fallout Warning variant of the XM1014 shotgun was introduced to CS:GO in 2013, as part of the classic Nuke Collection.

Despite its relatively low rarity grade, the XM1014 | Fallout Warning is popular because of its bright, clear design, making it easily recognizable in-game.

This skin is made exclusively for the XM1014 shotgun.

A key feature of this skin is its distinctive radiation warning symbol and the recognizable yellow and black hazard stripes.

Though not tied to any specific event, the release of the XM1014 | Fallout Warning coincided with many updates in early CS:GO.

The name and design of this skin reference the infamous 'Fallout' series of post-apocalyptic video games.

This skin's designer remains unknown, a common occurrence in some of the older, classic skins.

With a patina finish, the Fallout Warning has a relatively simple design but a bold one that stands out in any firefight.

Player ratings and reviews often praise the XM1014 | Fallout Warning for its simple but striking design, despite its low rarity grade.

As one of the earlier skins introduced to CS:GO, the XM1014 | Fallout Warning is often remembered for its eye-catching design.

Aside from its unique design, its popularity comes from the characteristic nuclear fallout symbol, making it immediately recognizable in-game.

Despite not being tied to any particular event, the XM1014 | Fallout Warning is a nostalgic item for many veteran players.

Little is known about the creative process behind this skin. However, the design evidently draws on common imagery associated with nuclear radiation.

The iconic radiation hazard symbol embedded in a field of contrasting black and yellow stripes, often used to denote danger, gives the XM1014 | Fallout Warning its powerful symbolistic impact.

Many players are attached to this skin because it serves as a throwback to early days of CS:GO.

The bold design of this skin had an impact on future skin designs, leading to more use of stark contrasting colors and symbolism.

While the XM1014 shotgun is not commonly used in professional play, when it is, the Fallout Warning is a favorite amongst many professionals.

Many players vividly remember the Fallout Warning as one of the first standout skins they saw or used in CS:GO.