Hydra (Paco Rusiewiez) — Call of Duty Professional Player Settings and Gear
About Hydra
Paco 'Hydra' Rusiewiez is the most talented European player in Call of Duty League history and the player who proved that the CDL's American dominance could be challenged from across the Atlantic. As a French player competing in a league overwhelmingly populated by Americans, Hydra's emergence was a breakthrough moment for international Call of Duty — his individual performances with the New York Subliners were so extraordinary that he became one of the most sought-after players in the league despite the cultural and logistical challenges of being a European in an American-based franchise system. His mechanical skill is breathtaking — Hydra's reaction time and centering are elite even by CDL standards, and his ability to take over entire series through sheer firepower has drawn comparisons to the very best SMG players the league has ever produced. The CDL Major wins with New York Subliners showcased his ability to perform on the biggest stages, and his willingness to compete thousands of miles from home demonstrated a competitive drive that few players of any nationality can match. Hydra represents the globalization of Call of Duty esports, proving that talent exists outside of North America and that the CDL's future may include an increasingly international roster of stars. His mouse settings at 4800 eDPI with the Viper V2 Pro reflect the fast, aggressive playstyle that European FPS players are known for across multiple competitive titles.
Hydra Complete Mouse Settings
| Mouse | Razer Viper V2 Pro |
|---|---|
| DPI | 800 |
| In-Game Sensitivity | 6 |
| eDPI (DPI × Sensitivity) | 4800 |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz |
| cm/360° | 3.4 cm |
Hydra Player Profile
| In-Game Name | Hydra |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Paco Rusiewiez |
| Game | Call of Duty |
| Team | Free Agent |
| Role | SMG |
| Age | 21 |
| Country | France |
Hydra Sensitivity Analysis
Hydra plays at 4800 eDPI (800 DPI × 6 sensitivity), which is close to the average Call of Duty professional eDPI of 4301. This places Hydra in the 100th percentile among 21 tracked Call of Duty players — meaning 100% ofCall of Duty pros play at a sensitivity equal to or lower than Hydra.
Hydra's medium sensitivity is the most common choice among professionals, offering a balance between precision and speed of movement.
Hydra needs to move their mouse approximately 3.4 centimeters to perform a full 360-degree turn in-game.
Use our Call of Duty Sensitivity Converter to convert Hydra's settings to other games.
Hydra's Mouse — Razer Viper V2 Pro Details
Hydra currently uses the Razer Viper V2 Pro by Razer. The Razer Viper V2 Pro was the mouse that dethroned the Logitech G Pro X Superlight's multi-year dominance when it launched in 2022 at 58 grams wireless with the Focus Pro 30K sensor and 4KHz polling. It represented a dramatic 16-gram reduction from the 74-gram Viper Ultimate and immediately attract...
| Mouse | Razer Viper V2 Pro |
|---|---|
| Brand | Razer |
| Weight | 58g |
| Sensor | Focus Pro 30K |
| Max DPI | 30,000 |
| Polling Rate | 4,000 Hz |
| Shape | Symmetrical |
| Connectivity | Wireless |
| Price | $149 |
| Switches | Gen-3 Optical |
| Pro Usage | 3% of all tracked pros |
| Rating | 9.5/10 |
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Hydra Career Achievements and Awards
Hydra has accumulated 10 major achievements and awards throughout their career:
- Most talented EU player in CDL history
- CDL Major Champion (NY Subliners)
- CDL All-Star selection
- French CoD representative
- NY Subliners franchise player
- Elite individual statistics
- Breakthrough for international CDL talent
- Known for series-takeover performances
- European CoD pioneer
- Top-tier mechanical skill
Hydra Mouse History Timeline
Hydra has used 2 different mice throughout their professional career. Here is the complete timeline:
| Mouse | Period | Brand |
|---|---|---|
| Razer Viper V2 Pro | 2023-Present | Razer |
| Logitech G Pro X Superlight | 2022-2023 | Logitech |
Free Agent Roster — Hydra's Teammates
Current Free Agent players and their mouse setups:
Other Pro Players Using the Razer Viper V2 Pro
20 other featured pros also use the Razer Viper V2 Pro across LoL (1), Fortnite (7), R6 Siege (3), PUBG (1), Overwatch 2 (4), Call of Duty (4).
| Player | Game | Team | DPI | eDPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larssen | LoL | Natus Vincere | 3200 | |
| nyhrox | Fortnite | Free Agent | 800 | |
| Vadeal | Fortnite | Wave Esports | 800 | |
| Kinstaar | Fortnite | Solary | 800 | |
| Kjaer | Fortnite | Manchester City Esports | 800 | |
| Tyrant | R6 Siege | Wolves Esports | 400 | 56 |
| Yoggah | R6 Siege | Oxygen Esports | 400 | 64 |
| neLo | R6 Siege | Free Agent | 400 | 80 |
| xxxLu | PUBG | Four Angry Men | 400 | |
| Unknown | Fortnite | Content Creator | 400 | |
| LOLITO FDEZ | Fortnite | Giants | 800 | |
| MehDitDonc | Fortnite | Content Creator | 800 | |
| SP9RK1E | Overwatch 2 | Falcons Esports | 800 | 5400 |
| Leave | Overwatch 2 | Free Agent | 800 | 4800 |
| Jjonak | Overwatch 2 | Free Agent | 800 | 5600 |
| Kevster | Overwatch 2 | Free Agent | 800 | 4400 |
| Formal | Call of Duty | Content Creator | 800 | 4000 |
| SlasheR | Call of Duty | Free Agent | 800 | 4000 |
| Envoy | Call of Duty | Free Agent | 800 | 4800 |
| Skyz | Call of Duty | Free Agent | 800 | 4400 |
All Call of Duty Pro Players
20 other Call of Duty pro players with detailed profiles:
| Player | Team | Role | Mouse | eDPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shotzzy | OpTic | SMG | Razer Viper V3 Pro | 4400 |
| Simp | Atlanta FaZe | SMG | Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 | 4800 |
| Cellium | Atlanta FaZe | AR | Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro | 4000 |
| aBeZy | Atlanta FaZe | SMG | Razer Viper V3 Pro | 4800 |
| Scump | Content Creator | SMG | Logitech G Pro X Superlight | 4800 |
| Crimsix | Content Creator | AR | Logitech G Pro X Superlight | 4000 |
| Formal | Content Creator | AR | Razer Viper V2 Pro | 4000 |
| Karma | Retired | Flex | Logitech G Pro Wireless | 4800 |
| HusKerrs | Luminosity | Fragger | Corsair Sabre v2 Pro | 2880 |
| TimTheTatman | Content Creator | Content | Razer Viper V3 Pro | 4800 |
| Dashy | OpTic | AR | Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 | 4000 |
| Kenny | LA Thieves | SMG | Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro | 4400 |
| Pred | Seattle Surge | SMG | Razer Viper V3 Pro | 4640 |
| Clayster | Retired | AR | Logitech G Pro Wireless | 4000 |
| SlasheR | Free Agent | AR | Razer Viper V2 Pro | 4000 |
| Envoy | Free Agent | SMG | Razer Viper V2 Pro | 4800 |
| Attach | Free Agent | Flex | Logitech G Pro X Superlight | 4000 |
| Arcitys | Free Agent | AR | Logitech G Pro Wireless | 4000 |
| iLLeY | Free Agent | Flex | Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro | 4000 |
| Skyz | Free Agent | AR | Razer Viper V2 Pro | 4400 |
Call of Duty Players with Similar Sensitivity to Hydra
Hydra plays at 4800 eDPI. These Call of Duty pros use a sensitivity within ±150 eDPI:
| Player | Team | eDPI | DPI | Sensitivity | Mouse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simp | Atlanta FaZe | 4800 | 800 | 6 | Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 |
| aBeZy | Atlanta FaZe | 4800 | 800 | 6 | Razer Viper V3 Pro |
| Scump | Content Creator | 4800 | 800 | 6 | Logitech G Pro X Superlight |
| Karma | Retired | 4800 | 800 | 6 | Logitech G Pro Wireless |
| TimTheTatman | Content Creator | 4800 | 800 | 6 | Razer Viper V3 Pro |
| Envoy | Free Agent | 4800 | 800 | 6 | Razer Viper V2 Pro |
Other Call of Duty SMGs
Other professional Call of Duty players who also play the SMG role:
- Shotzzy (OpTic) — uses Razer Viper V3 Pro, 4400 eDPI
- Simp (Atlanta FaZe) — uses Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2, 4800 eDPI
- aBeZy (Atlanta FaZe) — uses Razer Viper V3 Pro, 4800 eDPI
- Scump (Content Creator) — uses Logitech G Pro X Superlight, 4800 eDPI
- Kenny (LA Thieves) — uses Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro, 4400 eDPI
- Pred (Seattle Surge) — uses Razer Viper V3 Pro, 4640 eDPI
- Envoy (Free Agent) — uses Razer Viper V2 Pro, 4800 eDPI
Frequently Asked Questions About Hydra
- What mouse does Hydra use?
- Hydra uses the Razer Viper V2 Pro. It weighs 58g, costs $149, and uses the Focus Pro 30K sensor.
- What DPI does Hydra use?
- Hydra plays at 800 DPI with an in-game sensitivity of 6, giving an effective DPI (eDPI) of 4800.
- What team does Hydra play for?
- Hydra (Paco Rusiewiez) currently plays for Free Agent as a SMG in Call of Duty.
- What is Hydra's cm/360?
- Hydra's sensitivity requires approximately 3.4 cm of mouse movement to complete a full 360-degree turn.
- What polling rate does Hydra use?
- Hydra uses a polling rate of 1000 Hz on their Razer Viper V2 Pro.
- What mice has Hydra used in the past?
- Hydra has used 2 mice throughout their career: Razer Viper V2 Pro (2023-Present), Logitech G Pro X Superlight (2022-2023).
- Is Hydra's sensitivity high or low?
- Hydra's eDPI of 4800 is near the average of 4301 for Call of Duty professionals, placing them in the 100th percentile.
