Hydra Gloves
Hydra Gloves are the rarities of the glove world: introduced with 2017's Operation Hydra and dropping from a far smaller case pool than the original glove models, they are seen less often in the wild than gloves costing many times more.
Hydra Gloves
Hydra Gloves are the rarities of the glove world: introduced with 2017's Operation Hydra and dropping from a far smaller case pool than the original glove models, they are seen less often in the wild than gloves costing many times more.
Hydra Gloves in CS2: Skins & Market Guide
Scarcity defines their market more than fashion does — the Operation Hydra Case is long out of circulation as an active drop, so supply trickles rather than flows. Their fingerless tactical design with wrist strapping suits military-themed loadouts, and colourways like Emerald and Case Hardened have niche but devoted followings. Prices are moderate despite the rarity, because demand never caught up with the marquee models: for contrarian collectors, that mismatch is exactly the appeal.
Pro Tips for the Hydra Gloves
Gloves are purely cosmetic items
They change the appearance of your hands in-game
Introduced with Operation Hydra
Available in all five wear conditions
4 Available Skins
Browse all Hydra Gloves skins with live market prices from major marketplaces.
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Best Hydra Gloves Skins by Price
Best Hydra Gloves Skins — Full Rankings →Mid-Range ($10–$50)
Premium ($50+)
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Hydra Gloves skins are there in CS2?
- There are currently 4 Hydra Gloves skins available in Counter-Strike 2. Each skin is available in up to five wear conditions: Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, and Battle-Scarred.
- How do you get Hydra Gloves in CS2?
- Gloves can be obtained by opening weapon cases, by trading/purchasing on third-party marketplaces like Buff163, Skinport, or the Steam Community Market, or — since the October 2025 update — by trading up five Covert-rarity skins from the same collection.
- Are Hydra Gloves rare in CS2?
- Yes, gloves are among the rarest items in CS2. The chance of unboxing one from a case is approximately 0.26% (roughly 1 in 385 cases).
- What is the cheapest Hydra Gloves skin?
- Hydra Gloves skin prices vary significantly based on the pattern and wear condition. Check our price listings above for current market prices across all major marketplaces.