CS2 Service Medal Guide 2025: How to Earn and Upgrade Your Rank 40 Rewards

CS2 Service Medal Guide 2025: How to Earn and Upgrade Your Rank 40 Rewards

By Marcus Thompson

January 8, 2025 at 04:51 PM

Service medals in CS2 are prestigious rewards earned by reaching Rank 40 (Global General) and resetting your profile. Each medal represents dedication and skill, with unique designs changing yearly.

Medal Tiers and Colors:

  • Level 1: Gray (First reset)
  • Level 2: Green (Second reset)
  • Level 3: Blue (Third reset)
  • Level 4: Purple (Fourth reset)
  • Level 5: Pink (Fifth reset)
  • Level 6: Red (Sixth reset - highest tier)

CS2 star-shaped service medal designs

CS2 star-shaped service medal designs

How to Earn a Service Medal:

  1. Play official game modes (Competitive, Premier, Deathmatch, Arms Race)
  2. Reach Rank 40 (Global General)
  3. Reset profile to claim medal
  4. Continue playing to upgrade medal tier

CS2 service medal color variations

CS2 service medal color variations

Tips to Maximize XP Gain:

  • Focus on Competitive matches (30 XP per round won)
  • Use weekly XP bonus multipliers (resets Wednesdays)
  • Play shorter modes like Deathmatch for quick XP
  • Team up with friends for better win rates

Two CS2 service medal badges

Two CS2 service medal badges

Best Practices:

  • Maintain consistent playing schedule
  • Take breaks to prevent burnout
  • Track progress with small milestones
  • Use weekly XP bonuses efficiently

CS2 soldier in combat gear

CS2 soldier in combat gear

Displaying Your Medal:

  1. Open CS2 inventory
  2. Go to Display tab
  3. Select "Display This Item"

CS2 Service Medal dropdown menu

CS2 Service Medal dropdown menu

Remember: Service medals can only be earned during their respective year and cannot be obtained afterward, making them valuable collectibles in CS2.

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