On April 24, 2023, the AWP | Black Nile made its debut in CS2. It was released as part of the Austin 2025 Anubis Souvenir Package during the "Anubis Skins" update. The skin was designed by community artist "SayChains".
Origin
Players can acquire the AWP | Black Nile by opening any of the five containers that feature this skin. This includes the Anubis Collection Package, the Paris 2023 Anubis Souvenir Package, and the Copenhagen 2024 Anubis Souvenir Package. Additionally, the skin is part of the Anubis Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the AWP | Black Nile enjoys a 99% popularity rating, indicating its extensive use among players.
Rarity
Among 154 other Sniper Rifle skins, the AWP | Black Nile ranks within the Mil-Spec Grade rarity tier, which suggests it is a relatively common drop with an estimated drop probability of 79.92%.
Availability
The price for the AWP | Black Nile varies between $5.02 and $10.27, making it a quite accessible skin for players.
Versions
The float value for the AWP | Black Nile spans from 0.00 to 0.75, thus allowing the skin to appear in every exterior condition. Each exterior also has a corresponding Souvenir version for the Black Nile.
Finish Style
This variant of the AWP features a "Gunsmith" paint style with a Black Nile finish. The design employs a mix of patina and custom paint techniques, predominantly utilizing shades of gray. The skin is based on the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
Having garnered over 10 votes, the AWP | Black Nile holds an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars. It is currently in the possession of professional CS2 players such as n0thing, phzy, and coldyy1.