How to Get a CS:GO Service Medal: Complete Guide for Counter-Strike Players
A CS:GO Service Medal is a prestigious in-game badge that showcases your dedication and time investment in the game. I'll explain exactly how to obtain one.
To get a Service Medal in CS:GO, you need to reach Private Rank 40 in the game's XP system. Once you hit this rank, you'll have the option to reset your rank back to 1 and receive your Service Medal.
Here's the complete process:
1. Play matches to earn XP 2. Reach Private Rank 40 3. Click the "Reset Rank" button when it appears 4. Receive your Service Medal
The fastest ways to earn XP include:
• Playing Competitive matches (highest XP gain) • Completing weekly missions during operations • Participating in Casual and Deathmatch modes • Winning rounds in any game mode
Keep in mind that you can earn multiple Service Medals in a single year. Each time you reset from Rank 40, you'll receive a different colored medal based on how many times you've reset that year:
• 1st Reset: Blue Service Medal • 2nd Reset: Green Service Medal • 3rd Reset: Red Service Medal • 4th Reset: Purple Service Medal • 5th Reset: Pink Service Medal • 6th Reset: Diamond Service Medal
Important tips to earn XP faster:
• Focus on competitive matches as they offer the most XP • Complete all available missions during operations • Play regularly to maximize weekly XP bonuses • Try to win rounds rather than focusing solely on kills • Participate in community servers doesn't count toward XP
The Service Medal resets annually, meaning you can start earning new medals each calendar year. Your progress doesn't carry over, so timing your rank 40 achievement near the end of the year isn't beneficial.
Remember that earning a Service Medal requires significant time investment. On average, reaching rank 40 takes about 3-4 months of regular play, depending on your performance and weekly XP bonus utilization.
The Service Medal serves as a symbol of dedication to CS:GO and is displayed on your profile for other players to see. It's one of the most respected non-tradeable items in the game, showing your commitment to Counter-Strike.