M4A4 | The EmperorMinimal Wear$76.50
More accurate but less damaging than its AK-47 counterpart, the M4A4 is the full-auto assault rifle of choice for CTs. It has been spray-painted in a zebra stripe pattern. The M4A4 | The Emperor is a Covert-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the The Emperor finish on the M4A4. With a Covert rarity classification, it has approximately a ~0.26% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The M4A4 | The Emperor can be unboxed from the Prisma Case. It belongs to the Prisma Collection.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 0.80. This restricted float range means not all wear conditions are available, which can affect rarity and pricing for specific exteriors. Lower float values within each condition tier produce a cleaner in-game appearance and typically command higher prices.
Price and Market Trends: The M4A4 | The Emperor (Minimal Wear) has a median market price of approximately $76.50, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. After declining 11.3% over 30 days, the price shows signs of recovery with a 1.1% gain this week. Across wear conditions, prices range from $55.99 (Well-Worn) to $285.02 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The M4A4 | The Emperor has a community rating of 3.8 out of 5 based on 874 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among M4A4 skins.
The M4A4 | The Emperor (Minimal Wear) shows a Bearish trend. -11.3% (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) M4A4 | The Emperor 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 The Emperor pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the M4A4 | The Emperor is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the The Emperor aesthetic without breaking the bank. Budget skins like this are ideal for players building their first inventory or those who prefer spending on multiple skins rather than one expensive item. The lower price point also means less financial risk if you decide to trade or sell later.
Float values in CS2 determine a skin's wear level on a scale from 0.00 (perfect) to 1.00 (maximum wear). With a float range of 0.00 to 0.80, this skin has specific wear availability that affects pricing. Lower float values within any condition category (e.g., 0.01 vs 0.06 in Factory New) result in cleaner appearances and typically command higher prices. For high-value trades, always verify the exact float value using inspection tools.
Prices for the M4A4 | The Emperor vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Prisma 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.
Yes, all weapon skins including the M4A4 | The Emperor 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 M4A4 | The Emperor is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 1.1%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 11.3%. 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 M4A4 | The Emperor is part of the The Prisma Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Prisma 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: "More accurate but less damaging than its AK-47 counterpart, the M4A4 is the full-auto assault rifle of choice for CTs. It has been spray-painted in a zebra stripe pattern." The The Emperor finish on the M4A4 is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Yes, 4 professional CS2 players currently have the M4A4 | The Emperor in their inventory. Pro player adoption is a strong indicator of a skin's prestige and desirability in the community, and can positively influence its market value.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, SKINFLOW currently has the lowest price for the M4A4 | The Emperor at $68.19. 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.
