Charms were a fun addition to the game at the time of its release and eventually got more popular within the community as professional players started using them in tournaments. While they do not add any value besides aesthetics, the old chars were too bland to be used for a prolonged period.
As CS2 players were getting bored with old charms, Valve has dropped new ones that are more creative and useful than the ones before and are likely to appear in more grenade lineups moving forward.
8 Ball IGL
The 8 Ball IGL is simple, classy, and elegant, making it look like a hanging fruit off the top of a grenade. The timeless design has ensured that it has a mass appeal and looks cool to have on top of a grenade.
Big Brain
Quite tacky to begin with, the Big Brain charm may not be for everyone. The odd design may drive away quite a big chunk of the player base, and may not be a popular one.
Biomech
The CS2 Dr Boom charm Biomech looks something straight out of a science-fiction movie and can grow into a popular one.
Bomb Tag
Bomb Tag, a befitting name for a grenade charm, is good to have a spicy touch to your everyday utilities in CS2.
Butane Buddy
Butane Buddy is something straight out of a chemistry lab, and Valve has done everything right with this. Gut feeling is that after the hype dries down, this will be a popular one.
Dr. Brian
The CS2 Dr Boom Charms, Dr. Brian is quite an animated piece, but this is nothing more than a hit or miss.
Eye of Ball
This Eye of Ball can be something we find in the back pocket of Doctor Strange. Clean, magical, and likely to carry a mass appeal.
Flash Bomb
The Flash Bomb can attract a lot of eyes at first glance, but this is not one that everyone likes and will likely be a strict no for the players who prefer clean aesthetics.
Fluffy
The Fluffy charm fits the Halloween theme, which it was clearly designed for, but does not stand out compared to more attractive ones in the collection.
Glitter Bomb
Glitter Bomb, as the name suggests, looks like a burst of colour out of a grenade. Bold colours across the charm, and it goes without saying that this will be one of the more distracting ones.
Gritty
Neither attractive nor classy, the Gritty charm can be the one to be skipped.
Hungry Eyes
Bold colours blended with mythical designs, this charm may not be liked by everyone, but not a bad one compared to a lot of poor designs on this list.
Lil’ Bloody
Lil’ Bloody, based on the CS2 T-side Agent set, the Bloody Darryls, and will be one of the popular ones.
Lil’ Chomper
Lil’ Chomper is Valve’s attempt at a versatile charm that can be used alongside skins.
Lil’ Dumplin’
Lil’ Dumplin’, as the name suggests, is a charm based on a dumpling, looks better on a plate than on a nade.
Lil’ Eco
Lil’ Eco showcasing green all-over oozes of recycling. The choice of colours is interesting, and it goes without saying that players will avoid the name Eco.
Lil’ Facelift
Lil’ Facelift adds to the Halloween theme for the game, and nothing interesting besides that.
Lil’ Ferno
Lil’ Ferno looks like a dragon forced into a ball, and that will attract a lot of players.
Lil’ Yeti
The Lil’ Yeti charm looks cold, and the white and blue colors can make it a popular charm amongst CS2 players.
Lil’ Zen
The Lil’ Zen charm looks peaceful and classy. Lots to like, little to dislike.
Splatter Cat
Splatter Cat is highly animated with bold colours all over. Another hit or miss Charm, but certainly can be a popular one amongst players.
Whittle Guy
Whittle Guy is busy but clean and aesthetic; this pot looks to be housing a strong genie and will certainly find its place in the inventory of a long list of players.
That is the list of the new charms released by Valve, and while most of them are mass appealing, there are a few that will really turn heads. Goes without saying that Valve has done a fantastic job with this one.