On April 24, 2023, the AWP | Black Nile made its debut in CS2. It was introduced as part of the Austin 2025 Anubis Souvenir Package, coinciding with the "Anubis Skins" update. The designer behind this skin is the community artist "SayChains."
Origin
To acquire the AWP | Black Nile, players must open one of the five containers that include the skin. These containers encompass the Anubis Collection Package, the Paris 2023 Anubis Souvenir Package, and the Copenhagen 2024 Anubis Souvenir Package. It is also part of the Anubis Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the AWP | Black Nile enjoys a notable popularity of 99%.
Rarity
As one of 154 other Sniper Rifle skins, the AWP | Black Nile falls under the Mil-Spec Grade rarity category. This classification indicates that the skin has a relatively common drop rate, estimated at 79.92%.
Availability
The AWP | Black Nile is priced within a range of $8.67 to $16.65, making it an affordable option for players.
Versions
The float value for the AWP | Black Nile spans from 0.00 to 0.75, thus allowing the skin to be found in every exterior condition. Additionally, each exterior variation has an associated Souvenir version.
Finish Style
This AWP features a "Gunsmith" finish style, incorporating the Black Nile theme. The design blends patina with unique paint techniques, predominantly showcasing various shades of gray. It utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The AWP | Black Nile has received over 3 votes leading to an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars. The skin is currently also owned by the professional CS2 players n0thing, phzy, and coldyy1.