Collectible Pins Capsule Series 1

The Collectible Pins Capsule Series 1 in CS:GO consists of a collection of exclusive, in-game pins. This collection includes pins from the Aztec, Inferno, Militia, Nuke, Dust II, Italy, and many other collections. All collectible pins were initially released at ESL One Katowice 2015 and were later available online in this first series capsule from May 2016 onwards. You can check out the full collection here Collectible Pins Capsule Series 1.

The pins in this series are classified into varied rarities; from 'High Grade', 'Remarkable', to the 'Exotic' grades, the pin rarity determines its drop chance from the capsule. The highly detailed designing and the fact that these pins come from the first-ever pin series in CS:GO add to their desirability.

The pins capsule was initially introduced in the form of physical pins at ESL One Katowice 2015. Later in May 2016, this collection was introduced in the game, allowing players to unbox them virtually. More about the collection can be found here Collectible Pins Capsule Series 1.

These pins are massively popular amongst the player base, partially owing to the nostalgia they bring from the early CS:GO days, and partially to their outstanding design.

These pins can be attached to the player's in-game profile, showing it off to both friends and foes in the game.

The unique feature of these pins is their tie to a different facet of CS:GO, whether it's popular maps like Dust II and Inferno or iconic weapon collections like the Back series.

The Collectible Pins Capsule Series 1 was first available during the ESL One Katowice 2015 tournament. More details about the event can be found here ESL One Katowice 2015.

Originally, you could only get these pins at CS:GO major events. They came with a code that you could enter on Steam to show the pin digitally on your CS:GO profile.

The exact designer or team working on these collectible pins has not been credited publicly by Valve. These designs are often attributed to the Valve team themselves.

These pins use advanced illustration techniques to depict the symbol and flavor of each highlighted map or collection in a minimalistic, yet appealing design.

Most reviews and ratings for this capsule series are positive, often praising the innovative concept of having CS:GO themed map and collection pins and the design execution.

The Collectible Pins Capsule Series 1 was the first series to bring the physical merchandise concept into the in-game environment of CS:GO, setting a new trend.

Its popularity stems from the unique 'real-life to virtual entry' concept, the ties to popular CS:GO facets, and the prestige of unboxing a high-grade pin like the Guardian Elite or the Dust II pin.

The ESL One Katowice 2015 was a significant event that played a massive role in popularizing these pins, as they were available physically on-site. More about the event can be found at ESL One Katowice 2015.

The creation process involved the convergence of classic CS:GO designs with novel ideas to be fit and appropriate for a small pin. Each pin was carefully crafted to represent the essence of a map or a collection while maintaining the pin's aesthetic value.

Each pin tells a story - be it about a map or a collection. They symbolize a player's belonging to the CS:GO community, their favorite map, or their outstanding achievements.

Players often form an emotional connection with these pins, attaching significances based on their favorite map, successful achievements, or the memory of unboxing a rare pin.

The introduction of these pins had a significant impact on the CS:GO community, setting a trend of virtualizing real-life merchandise and enhancing player engagement and connection.

While they do not see functional usage in esports, players often showcase their collectible pins on their profiles during tournaments for the viewer base to see.

Many players share exciting stories of unboxing a rare pin and showcasing it on their profile, or of meeting other players in a match who have the same pin as theirs. The pins voluntarily spark conversations amongst players, making them a fun ice-breaker within the community.