CS2 gambling has its own vocabulary. This glossary covers every term you need to understand before depositing.
Game Terms
Common game names and modes you will encounter.
Core Games
- 1Roulette: Bet on red/black/odd/even—lowest house edge
- 2Crash: Cash out before the multiplier crashes
- 3Case Opening: Open virtual cases for skin rewards
- 4Case Battle: Compete against others in case opening
- 5Dice: Simple over/under number prediction
- 6Mines: Similar to Minesweeper—avoid bombs
- 7Plinko: Drop balls through pegs for multipliers
Betting Terms
Learn the language of betting.
Key Terms
- 1Bankroll: Your total gambling funds
- 2Wager: Total amount bet
- 3Stake: Single bet amount
- 4House Edge: Site advantage (usually 1-5%)
- 5RTP: Return to Player percentage
- 6Juice/Vig: Commission the house takes
- 7Action: Available betting balance
Site Terms
Platform-specific terminology.
Platform Features
- 1Provably Fair: Verifiable random outcomes
- 2KYC: Identity verification
- 32FA: Two-factor authentication
- 4Withdrawal: Converting to real money/skins
- 5Deposit: Adding funds
- 6Affiliate: Refer-a-friend program
- 7VIP: High roller status
Skin Terms
CS2 skin and market vocabulary.
Skin Marketplace
- 1Float: Wear value (0-1.0)
- 2Pattern: Inspect skin appearance
- 3Wear: Factory New to Battle-Scarred
- 4Stattrak: StatTrak™ component required
- 5Souvenir: Event-exclusive skin
- 6Blue Gems: Rare collectible pattern
- 7Fade: High-quality color gradient
Preguntas frecuentes
What does "provably fair" mean?
You can verify each game result—sites cannot manipulate outcomes.
What is a good bankroll amount?
Only what you can afford to lose. Start with $10-50.
What does house edge mean?
The site's mathematical advantage. Lower is better for players.
What is KYC?
Know Your Customer—identity verification some sites require.