Create your own custom AWP skin for Counter-Strike 2 directly in your browser. The AWP is the most iconic and powerful sniper rifle in the game, and its massive size makes it the ultimate canvas for skin creators. You do not need to download complex 3D software to get started. Paint directly onto the real 3D model, apply your colors, and export a file that is ready for the Steam Workshop.
Browse AWP skins published by the community, all painted in the browser editor.
Designing an AWP is very different from working on smaller weapons. The long barrel and the massive main body act as one giant canvas. Unlike rifles where the geometry is broken into many small pieces, the AWP gives you a large, unbroken area for custom artwork.
When a player holds the AWP in a match, the main body is the absolute center of attention. However, when the player presses the inspect button, the side of the scope becomes highly visible. You must design for both views.
Think about the most legendary AWP skins in CS2 history:
A common beginner mistake is leaving the scope completely blank or ignoring the long barrel. Make sure your design flows naturally from the heavy stock at the back, across the main body, and all the way down the barrel.
Valve has strict technical requirements for Workshop submissions. To make sure your AWP skin looks correct in the CS2 engine, you must use these exact texture specifications:
| Resolution | 2048 × 2048 pixels. Because the AWP is so large in-game, you need the maximum allowed resolution to keep your artwork sharp. |
|---|---|
| File format | Uncompressed TGA (Targa). Never use compressed formats like JPG. |
| Scope and barrel mapping | On the UV layout, the scope and the barrel are separated from the main body. If you want a line to connect perfectly from the body to the scope, you need to paint directly on the 3D model to see how they align. |
| Wear mapping | The CS2 engine applies wear to edges first. The scope and the front of the barrel will often show scratches quickly as the float value drops. |
Using the AWP Skin Maker is the fastest way to turn your idea into a real skin. Simply select the AWP from the weapon menu, choose your colors, and use our tools to paint directly on the 3D model. The editor automatically handles the complex UV mapping. When your design is finished, you can export the uncompressed TGA file.
Yes. You do not need Blender to create great AWP skins. You can paint your design directly onto the 3D model using our free browser editor, which allows you to export the required TGA file.
The standard and recommended resolution for an AWP skin in CS2 is 2048 × 2048 pixels. Using a lower resolution will make the large weapon look blurry in the game.
The long barrel and the main body are your primary canvas, but remember that the side of the scope is heavily featured during the inspect animation. A complete design includes all these parts.
Export your uncompressed TGA file from our editor, open the CS2 Workshop Item Editor inside the game, select the AWP, and load your texture. This will show you exactly how the weapon looks with real lighting.