Factory New SV

3.46

Minimal Wear SV

0.47

Field-Tested SV

0.37

Well-Worn SV

0.35

Battle-Scarred SV

0.32

Factory New

0.43

Minimal Wear

0.19

Field-Tested

0.12

Well-Worn

0.1

Battle-Scarred

0.09

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Desert Tactical

Rarity

Industrial Grade

Exterior

Factory New

Popularity

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USP-S | Desert Tactical (Factory New)
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Industrial Grade

USP-S | Desert Tactical (Factory New)

A fan favorite from Counter-Strike Source, the Silenced USP Pistol has a detachable silencer that gives shots less recoil while suppressing attention-getting noise. It has been custom painted with an olive-colored tactical camouflage. Base models don't have to be boring
USP-S | Desert Tactical (Factory New)

Community rating: 4.42★

644 Votes

Community rating: 4.42★

644 Votes
A fan favorite from Counter-Strike Source, the Silenced USP Pistol has a detachable silencer that gives shots less recoil while suppressing attention-getting noise. It has been custom painted with an olive-colored tactical camouflage. Base models don't have to be boring

Factory New SV

3.46

Minimal Wear SV

0.47

Field-Tested SV

0.37

Well-Worn SV

0.35

Battle-Scarred SV

0.32

Factory New

0.43

Minimal Wear

0.19

Field-Tested

0.12

Well-Worn

0.1

Battle-Scarred

0.09

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Description

Chance of dropping

The USP-S | Desert Tactical (Factory New) stands out as one of 6 skins available. With its Industrial Grade rarity status, obtaining the Desert Tactical is a challenge, as it boasts a mere 15.98% chance of dropping.

Community Rating

The USP-S | Desert Tactical (Factory New) has garnered significant attention with over 644 votes on TRUSTPILOT.COM, achieving an impressive average rating of 4.42.

Overview

The USP-S | Desert Tactical is a sleek and minimalistic skin, mainly characterized by its desert camouflage pattern. The skin belongs to the Office Collection and was released in August 2013.

Rarity

The skin falls in the 'Industrial Grade' rarity category, meaning it is quite common and has a high drop rate. Its cool, subtle design makes it desirable for those who prefer stealthy cosmetics.

History

The Desert Tactical skin was released in the Arms Deal update, as part of the initial batch of skins introduced into CS:GO. It can be found in the Office Collection.

Popularity

The Desert Tactical is popular among players who prefer a more realistic and subdued aesthetic. Several professional players have been spotted using this skin in competitive matches.

Compatibility

This skin is specifically available for the USP-S pistol.

Unique Features

The Desert Tactical skin features a beige and brown desert camouflage pattern, enhancing the stealth personality of the USP-S.

Event

The USP-S | Desert Tactical was introduced in the Arms Deal update, a significant event in CS:GO history that introduced skins and ushered in a new era for the game.

Trivia

The skin maintains the desert motif in its name and design, reminiscent of real-world military desert camouflage.

Skin Designer

Designed by Valve.

Technical Features

The skin employs a basic design with a standard camouflage pattern with no flashy colors or decals, opting for a simple and effective look.

Reviews and Ratings

The Desert Tactical is generally liked by the community for its simple yet efficient design, although some players prefer more eye-catching skins.

Historical Significance

As part of the Arms Deal update, the Desert Tactical was among the first wave of skins that started the whole skin economy in CS:GO.

Reasons for Popularity

Its popularity is due to its readily available nature, the muted color scheme appealing to players of a tactical disposition, and the relative ease of acquisition due to its common rarity.

Influential Events

The Skin's introduction during the Arms Deal Update was a major influence as it marked the introduction of the skin economy in CS:GO. More details about the event can be found at the Arms Deal Update page.

Creation Story

The Desert Tactical skin, like other initial skins, was introduced to test the waters of the skin economy, aiming for a simple design that mirrored real-world military equipment.

Symbolism and Design Elements

The USP-S | Desert Tactical embodies the stealth and precision associated with the USP-S pistol itself, using a desert camouflage pattern for an added aura of operations in arid regions.

Emotional Connection

The players who choose this skin often prefer the realistic military element it brings to the game, creating a sense of immersion and tactical gameplay.

Impact on Community

This skin set a standard for future 'Industrial Grade' skins and demonstrated that even the most common skins can feature pleasing aesthetics.

Usage in Esports

The Desert Tactical, while not being a prime pick owing to its common nature, does occasionally make appearances in professional tournaments.

Player Stories

Many players fondly recount the Desert Tactical as one of their first-ever owned skins, often leading to a sense of nostalgia.