No, CSGO cases are not predetermined. When you open a case in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO), the item you receive is determined at the exact moment you open it through a random number generator (RNG).

I've extensively researched this topic and can confirm that Valve, the game's developer, uses a real-time randomization system. This means that the outcome isn't decided when you receive or purchase the case – it's only determined when you actually click to open it.

Here's how the system works:

Each item in a case has a specific rarity level and associated probability. When you open a case, the game's algorithm instantly:

1. Generates a random number
2. Maps that number to the corresponding item rarity
3. Selects a specific item within that rarity tier
4. Determines the wear condition and other attributes

The common misconception about predetermined outcomes likely stems from third-party case opening websites, which sometimes use different systems than Valve's official one. However, in the official CS:GO client, each case opening is a fresh instance of randomization.

This randomization system is also why you can't "game" the system or predict what you'll get. Every case opening is an independent event, unaffected by previous openings or any other factors.

It's worth noting that while the items aren't predetermined, the odds of receiving certain items are fixed. For example, the chances of getting a knife or rare special item are approximately 0.26% per case.

Remember: Case openings are essentially a form of gambling, and understanding that outcomes are truly random can help make more informed decisions about participating in this aspect of the game.

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