If you’re searching for which ways to make your Team Fortress 2 (TF2) characters and weapons look their best via the in-game skins, then search no longer. 

We’ve teamed up with the team at Tradeit.gg to look over the top ten skin choices that every TF2 player should check out – whether you’re into purely cosmetic items or eye-catching weapon paints. So without further ado, let’s take a look at what gives these skins must-have status.

  1. Max’s Severed Head

One of the items instantly recognizable and most sought-after in TF2 is Max’s Servant Head. Originating from the game Sam & Max, it can be worn by any class and can therefore be added to any loadout. 

  1. Bill’s Hat

The Bill’s Hat was introduced because of the many promotions of Left 4 Dead there are. Although it has been worn by all classes, this military hat seems to have a high rating on TF2 trading sites due to its exclusivity and historical background. Having one of these hats you will be considered an experienced old hand.

  1. Dead of Night

The Dead of Night creates a striking silhouette in the twilight. That is reason enough to recommend it – it is the definition of intrigue and elegance. The black color and the overall simplicity allow for the addition of a classy touch to every weapon. 

  1. Hotrod

Streakskins are designed to make the battleship or any other equipment look shinier and glossier. Hot Rod wet paint over the firearms is red like metal, thus making them look as if they were chic, wild sports cars of super-luxury stock. If you’re into striking visual effects then this is one of the better skins you can invest in.

  1. Macaw Masked

If you’re looking for a skin that boasts pep and vividness the Macaw Masked Paint War is a winner. With the bird’s bright plumage this blue-green-red skin will breathe new life into your steel weapon. It’s especially fitting in the jungle-themed environments of the game.

  1. Gentleman’s Gatsby

The Gentleman’s Gatsby is a snazzy headwear that pays homage to 1920s fashion by featuring a classic flat cap design. An excellent choice if you want your mercenary look smart and distinguished.

  1. Night Owl

The Night Owl paint represents the stealth Orcas by combining a muted tone base with a camo pattern. It is specifically designed to look great on the Snipers and Spies. 

  1. Rainbow

For those who favor vibrant, lively gear, Rainbow is the most sensible – and colorful – war paint choice in TF2. Whether you intend to make a loud statement or to distinguish yourself from arguably duller players, we had to include this one in this list.

  1. Nutcracker

Derived from classical holiday aesthetics, the Nutcracker war paint gives weapons a wooden, toy-like finish and makes them look like they are coming directly from a festive winter frozen world. Perhaps one more for the festive period admittedly, but worthy of mention all the same.

  1. Australium Weapons

We couldn’t finish this list without the inclusion of Australium weapons. These golden-plated variations of the game’s standard weapons are some of the most luxurious skins available. One of them is only available for players who play Mann Up mode in PvE MvM (Mann vs. Machine), showing how these are placed in the elite-tier of TF2 skins.

That’s the list then – which ones do you have in your TF2 collection? Make sure you download Team Fortress 2 via Steam here. 

Johnny Peterson