This sound comes from Valorant, Riot Games' tactical shooter released in 2020, and is associated with Sova using his ultimate ability. The cue became familiar through gameplay clips, highlight compilations, and streamer moments because players instantly recognize what it means in a match. It stays popular in edits because it delivers suspense in under two seconds and clearly marks a high-stakes moment. Creators often pair it with other tactical shooter sounds like Enemy Spotted or bomb has been planted to build a full round atmosphere.