Valorant's butterfly knives have become iconic weapons in the tactical shooter, representing both status and style for players who want to showcase their personality in-game. Unlike CS:GO where butterfly knives can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars, Valorant offers these sought-after melee skins at fixed prices, making them accessible to all players who are willing to invest in their gaming experience.

The Allure of Valorant Butterfly Knives

What makes butterfly knives so special in Valorant? It's all about the animations. The fluid flipping and spinning motions that your agent performs between rounds or while running give players something visually satisfying to enjoy even during downtime. These knives aren't just weapons – they're fidget toys for gamers with itchy trigger fingers!

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All Butterfly Knives in Valorant (2025 Updated List)

As of 2025, Valorant features several butterfly knives that players can add to their collection. Let's take a look at the complete list of these fan-favorite melee weapons:

Recon Balisong

One of the original butterfly knives in Valorant, the Recon Balisong remains a classic choice for many players. Priced at 3,550 VP, it offers a clean military-inspired design with satisfying animations that never go out of style.

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Champions 2022 Butterfly Knife

This limited-edition butterfly knife was only available during the Champions 2022 tournament. With its golden aesthetics and special animations that changed based on kill count, it remains one of the most coveted knives in the game. At 5,350 VP, it was pricey but worth it for collectors.

Champions 2025 Butterfly Knife

The newest addition to the Champions line, this butterfly knife continues the tradition of excellence with stunning animations and the signature Champion's Aura that activates when you're top fragging. Like previous Champions editions, it costs 5,350 VP and was only available during a limited window during the 2025 tournament.

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RGX 11Z Pro Firefly Butterfly Knife

Perhaps the most visually striking of all knives, the RGX Firefly features vibrant colors and light trails that follow your movements. At 4,350 VP, it's a premium option that many players consider worth every point for its eye-catching animations.

Black.Market Butterfly Knife

This knife holds a special place in Valorant history due to its unique easter egg. Randomly during matches, it can transform into either a Fade or Sapphire finish reminiscent of the ultra-rare CS:GO knives that would cost thousands of dollars in that game. Available for 3,550 VP, it's a steal considering the special effects.

Yoru's Stylish Butterfly Comb

Standing out from the crowd, this isn't technically a knife but rather a comb styled as a butterfly knife. Its unique blue and orange color scheme matches Yoru's aesthetic perfectly, making it popular among mains of this duelist agent.

How to Get Butterfly Knives in Valorant

Unlike the 10 knives in the standard weapon collections, butterfly knives can only be purchased in a few ways:

1. Featured Bundles: When a new collection drops, you can purchase the entire bundle including the knife.

2. Night Market: Occasionally, you might get lucky and find a discounted butterfly knife in your personalized Night Market.

3. Daily Shop Rotation: All knives (except limited editions like Champions) eventually appear in your daily shop rotation.

4. Direct Purchase: Some knives can be purchased directly when they first release.

Remember that Valorant's store is designed around FOMO (fear of missing out), so if you see a butterfly knife you love, you might want to grab it before it disappears!

What Makes Butterfly Knives Special?

Butterfly knives in Valorant aren't just for show – they actually offer tactical advantages. All melee weapons allow you to run at maximum speed (unlike when carrying guns), and they can one-shot enemies from behind with the right-click attack. But let's be honest, most players choose butterfly knives for the sick animations, not the tactical edge!

The fluid flipping animations between rounds give players something to fidget with during downtime. It's like having a digital fidget spinner that can also stab enemies – what's not to love?

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Price Comparison: All Knives

Butterfly knives in Valorant generally fall into these price categories:

• Standard: 3,550 VP (Recon Balisong, Black.Market)

• Premium: 4,350 VP (RGX 11Z Pro Firefly, Magepunk)

• Ultra: 5,350 VP (Champions Series)

Compared to CS:GO where butterfly knives can cost upwards of $18,000 for rare finishes like Sapphire, Valorant's pricing model seems downright reasonable!

The Easter Egg You Might Have Missed

The Black.Market Butterfly Knife contains one of the coolest easter eggs in Valorant. Randomly during matches, your knife can transform into either a Fade or Sapphire finish – colors that reference the ultra-rare "gem" patterns from CS:GO knives.

What makes this special is that in CS:GO, a Butterfly Knife with Sapphire finish could cost over $18,000! Valorant players get to experience this luxury for just 3,550 VP, with the added excitement of never knowing when the transformation will occur.

Final Thoughts

Whether you're a collector looking to own all knives in Valorant or just someone who appreciates the satisfying animations of a butterfly knife, these digital weapons have become status symbols within the game's community. With each new collection, Riot continues to innovate on the designs and effects, giving players more reasons to invest in these purely cosmetic but undeniably cool items.

Remember, at the end of the day, a fancy knife won't make you a better player – but it might make those between-round moments a little more enjoyable as you master those flashy flipping animations!

What's your favorite butterfly knife in Valorant? The classic Recon Balisong, the flashy RGX, or are you holding out for whatever new design Riot has cooking up next?