R8-Revolver | Neustart (Fabrikneu)

The R8 Revolver | Reboot portrays a futuristic circuit board design predominantly in shades of orange, black and gray. It is part of the Revolver Case Collection and was introduced in December 2015.

This skin is classified as a 'Restricted' item which makes it relatively easier to find in weapon cases. However, its creative design and compatibility with the R8 Revolver make it appealing to players.

The R8 Revolver | Reboot was introduced in the game with the launch of the Winter Update in 2015, which also marked the introduction of the R8 Revolver.

Given its association with the infamous R8 Revolver, the Reboot enjoys a controversial status among players. Some love it for its unique design, while others prefer more classic revolver skins.

As the name suggests, this skin is exclusive for the R8 Revolver.

The R8 Revolver | Reboot is distinguished by its circuit-style pattern which makes it look like a weapon straight out of a sci-fi film.

The skin was released as part of the Revolver Case launch that came with the Winter Update in 2015.

The design of the Reboot skin takes an imaginative take on the R8 Revolver design, giving it a 'rebooted' and futuristic look.

Designed by Valve.

The R8 Revolver | Reboot employs complex texturing and patterning techniques to create the impression of a digital circuit board on the weapon.

R8 Revolver | Reboot has received mixed reviews from the community, with some loving the unconventional skin, while purists tend to prefer more realistic skins for the revolver.

The Reboot skin holds a significant place in CS:GO's history for being part of the same update that first introduced the R8 Revolver to the game.

The skin's popularity comes from its unique design and the historic introduction associated with the R8 Revolver.

The 2015 Winter Update where the skin was introduced can be found at Winter Update was pivotal in the skin's popularity.

The creation of the Reboot skin involved a design process geared towards imagining a modern, 'rebooted' version of the R8 Revolver.

The Reboot skin, with its futuristic appearance and circuit board design, symbolizes technological advancement and digital metamorphosis.

Players love the skin for the memories of the time when the R8 Revolver was first introduced to CS:GO, making it a nostalgic pick for many.

The skin has inspired a series of ‘digital’ or ‘circuit board’ designs for other weapons bridging the gap between technology and gaming.

Given that the R8 Revolver is less commonly used in competitive gameplay, the R8 Revolver | Reboot is rarely seen in major esports tournaments.

Players often share stories about the initial days of the R8 Revolver, when the gun was infamously overpowered, giving this skin a bittersweet dimension.