In Counter-Strike 2, the Operation Wildfire Case is your shot at epic skins and rare knives to flex online. Tied to the "Operation Wildfire" update, it offers community designs and the exclusive Bowie Knife. Curious about the operation Wildfire Case release date, how to get it, or what is in the Operation Wildfire Case?—plus the Operation Wildfire Case key? 

The Operation Wildfire Case dropped with the 2016 Operation Wildfire update, packing 16 weapon skins and 13 Bowie Knife finishes. A CS:GO classic in CS2, it’s prized for items like the Bowie Knife Case Hardened. How do you snag it, and what year did Operation Wildfire Case come out? It’s 2016, and this guide helps beginners and vets unlock its value.

Operation Wildfire Case

The Operation Wildfire Case release date was February 17, 2016, alongside the Operation Wildfire update, initially exclusive to pass holders. It’s part of Container Series #141 and features skins from The Wildfire Collection, plus the case-exclusive Bowie Knife. Today, it’s in the rare drop pool, giving Prime players a 1% weekly chance via care packages, though trading is the main route. You’ll need an Operation Wildfire Case key to open it, purchasable in-game but non-tradeable if bought after October 2019.

Items:

The case includes 16 weapon skins (Mil-Spec to Covert) and 13 Bowie Knife finishes. Standouts are the AK-47 Fuel Injector, AWP Elite Build, and the coveted Bowie Knife Fade. No gloves here—just pure knife action.

Unboxing odds:

• Covert: ~0.64%
• Classified: ~3.2%
• Restricted: ~15.98%
• Mil-Spec: ~80%
• Bowie Knives (Rare Special Items): 0.26%

Operation Wildfire Case Price:

The case typically runs $3.22-$5.53, with high liquidity on markets. Skins range from $0.37 (Tec-9 Jambiya) to $671.80 (AK-47 Fuel Injector Factory New), while Bowie Knives like the Stained can hit $9,999.00.

How to Buy:

Prime players might get lucky with rare drops, but trading with others or buying from Steam Community Market is the go-to. Check multiple platforms for the best deals, as stock fluctuates.

List of Top Skins:

• AK-47 Fuel Injector: A fiery finish for T-side frags.
• AWP Elite Build: Sleek design for clutch snipes.
• Desert Eagle Kumicho Dragon: Bold yakuza vibes.

What Knives Are in Operation in the Wildfire Case?:

• Bowie Knife Fade: Vibrant colors for a flashy flex.
• Bowie Knife Case Hardened: Chase that blue gem dream.
• Bowie Knife Scorched: Rugged style for budget hunters.

Visual Aids

Imagine popping an AK-47 Fuel Injector on Mirage’s A-site or scoping with an AWP Elite Build on Dust II’s long. The Bowie Knife Case Hardened’s blue gem gleam is a server showstopper—check in-game shots or trading sites to see these Operation Wildfire Case knives in action.

Community Opinions

Players on Reddit and forums hype the Operation Wildfire Case for its Bowie Knife potential, with the Case Hardened blue gem dubbed a “holy grail.” Some brag about unboxing the AK-47 Fuel Injector, while others note the $5.53 price spike (from $3 last month) due to low stock. Many call it a solid investment despite the 0.26% knife odds, with mixed feelings on its rarity.