The Nova | Interlock made its debut in CS2 on September 21, 2021. It was launched as part of the Shanghai 2024 Vertigo Souvenir Package, accompanying the "Operation Riptide" update.
Origin
Players can acquire the Nova | Interlock by opening one of the 6 containers that house the skin. This includes the Stockholm 2021 Vertigo Souvenir Package, Antwerp 2022 Vertigo Souvenir Package, and the Rio 2022 Vertigo Souvenir Package container. Additionally, it is part of the 2021 Vertigo Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Nova | Interlock holds a popularity rating of 83%, placing it within the top 17% of the most favored items in CS2.
Rarity
Among the 161 other Shotgun skins, the Nova | Interlock stands out. Its rarity classification is Mil-Spec Grade, indicating that it has a relatively common drop rate, estimated at 79.92%.
Availability
The Nova | Interlock is available at a price range of $14.59 to $49.00, making it an economical choice in skins.
Versions
Float values for the Nova | Interlock vary from 0.00 to 0.50, allowing the skin to be found in all exteriors. For every exterior category, a Souvenir version also exists for the Interlock.
Finish Style
Featuring a "Hydrographic" painting style, this Nova showcases the Interlock finish. Parts of the weapon are submerged through a floating hydrographic film within a water tank, allowing the film to adhere to the primed parts and creating a pattern on the surface. The skin is colored in green and blue. The appearance of the Interlock finish is influenced by its pattern index. It employs the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The Nova | Interlock has received over 4 votes leading to an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars. The skin is currently also owned by the professional CS2 players nertz, raalz, and patti.