The AWP | Desert Hydra (Well-Worn) is a striking sniper rifle skin known for its high risk and high reward gameplay. Recognizable by its signature sound and one-shot, one-kill policy, this custom-painted AWP features gold snakes creeping towards the barrel, with a white-painted scope, barrel, and butt stock, making it both functional and visually appealing.
The AWP | Desert Hydra was first introduced to CS2 on September 21st, 2021, as part of the Austin 2025 Mirage Souvenir Package, released alongside the "Operation Riptide" update.
This skin is painted in a "Gunsmith" style, utilizing a combination of patina and custom paint techniques. The primary color consists of an orange tint, and different pattern indexes do not affect the Desert Hydra finish.
The float value of the AWP | Desert Hydra ranges from 0.00 to 0.60. For the Well-Worn condition, the float typically ranges from 0.37 to 0.45, reflecting moderate wear that affects the skin's aesthetic without significantly diminishing its appeal.
The price of the AWP | Desert Hydra has shown average popularity with fluctuations based on daily sales volume and demand. Compared to other covert sniper rifle skins, its price remains competitive, making it an appealing choice for collectors and players alike.
The AWP | Desert Hydra is classified as a Covert rarity skin, which indicates it is a super rare drop with an estimated drop chance of only 0.64%. This makes it a sought-after item among players.
This skin can be obtained by opening one of the containers that include it, such as the Antwerp 2022 Mirage Souvenir Package and the Austin 2025 Mirage Souvenir Package. The estimated drop chance for the AWP | Desert Hydra is only 0.64%.
With a popularity of 40%, the AWP | Desert Hydra is considered to have average popularity within CS2, reflecting a balance between demand and availability.
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