M4A1-S | VaporwaveFactory New$314.78With a smaller magazine than its unmuffled counterpart, the silenced M4A1 provides quieter shots with less recoil and better accuracy. It has been custom painted with a Greco-Roman statue and other distorted imagery from a bygone era.\n\n<i>From a hypnagogic dream</i> The M4A1-S | Vaporwave is a Covert-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Vaporwave finish on the M4A1-S. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The M4A1-S | Vaporwave can be unboxed from the Gallery Case. It belongs to the Gallery Collection.
Price and Market Trends: The M4A1-S | Vaporwave (Factory New) has a median market price of approximately $314.78, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is -2.0% and the 30-day trend is -9.6%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $57.84 (Battle-Scarred) to $314.78 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The M4A1-S | Vaporwave has a community rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 7,422 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among M4A1-S skins.
The M4A1-S | Vaporwave (Factory New) shows a Bearish trend. -9.6% (30d).
Trades in the budget range.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) M4A1-S | Vaporwave skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Vaporwave pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
The M4A1-S | Vaporwave sits in the mid-to-high price bracket. It features a distinctive Vaporwave design that stands out in-game and maintains good trading liquidity. It's part of the The Gallery Collection, obtainable from the Gallery Case, which adds to its collectible appeal. For players who main the M4A1-S, this skin offers an excellent balance of visual appeal and investment stability compared to budget alternatives.
Prices for the M4A1-S | Vaporwave vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Gallery Case or purchased directly from third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
Investment potential depends on several factors. Covert rarity items tend to appreciate over time as cases are opened and supply gradually decreases. The M4A1-S | Vaporwave is from the The Gallery Collection (Gallery Case) — skins from discontinued collections tend to appreciate as supply decreases over time. Key considerations: (1) Check the 30-day and 90-day price trends in the charts above; (2) Evaluate overall CS2 market conditions. Past performance doesn't guarantee future returns, but the M4A1-S | Vaporwave has maintained steady trading interest. Diversifying across multiple items typically reduces risk.
Yes, all weapon skins including the M4A1-S | Vaporwave are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
The M4A1-S | Vaporwave is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 2.0%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 9.6%. Price drops can result from new case releases flooding the market, seasonal fluctuations, or shifts in player preferences. This could represent a buying opportunity if you believe the skin will recover. Review the price history chart above for long-term context.
The M4A1-S | Vaporwave is part of the The Gallery Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Gallery Case. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
The in-game description reads: "With a smaller magazine than its unmuffled counterpart, the silenced M4A1 provides quieter shots with less recoil and better accuracy. It has been custom painted with a Greco-Roman statue and other distorted imagery from a bygone era.\n\n<i>From a hypnagogic dream</i>" The Vaporwave finish on the M4A1-S is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, SKINFLOW currently has the lowest price for the M4A1-S | Vaporwave at $282.84. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.
