Introduced to CS2 on March 11, 2026, the AWP | Queen's Gambit was released with the "Dead Hand Skins" update as part of the Sealed Dead Hand Terminal. The skin was designed by the community artist "Endrit".
Origin
You can acquire the AWP | Queen's Gambit by opening a Sealed Dead Hand Terminal container. It is also included in the Dead Hand Collection.
Popularity
The AWP | Queen's Gambit enjoys a remarkable popularity of 100%, confirming its current status as highly favored.
Rarity
As one among 154 other Sniper Rifle skins, the AWP | Queen's Gambit falls into the Covert rarity category, designating it as a very rare drop with an estimated drop chance of merely 0.64%.
Availability
Priced between $75.94 and $128.94, the AWP | Queen's Gambit qualifies as a relatively affordable skin.
Versions
The float value of the AWP | Queen's Gambit spans from 0.00 to 1.00, which allows for availability across all exteriors. For each exterior type, a StatTrak version of the Queen's Gambit is also available.
Finish Style
Painted in a "Gunsmith" style, this AWP features the Queen's Gambit finish. This style incorporates a blend of patina and custom painting techniques, with the primary hue consisting of a gold tint.
Community Sentiment
With over 3 votes, the AWP | Queen's Gambit has garnered an average community rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars. Currently, this skin is owned by professional CS2 players snax, stewie2k, and dank1ng.