The Nova | Quick Sand made its debut in CS2 on September 21, 2021. It was part of the Budapest 2025 Dust II Souvenir Package and released alongside the "Operation Riptide" update.
Origin
Players can acquire the Nova | Quick Sand by opening one of the six containers that include this skin. Among these are the Stockholm 2021 Dust II Souvenir Package, the Antwerp 2022 Dust II Souvenir Package, and the Rio 2022 Dust II Souvenir Package container. Additionally, the skin is part of the 2021 Dust 2 Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Nova | Quick Sand enjoys a popularity of 74%, placing it within the top 26% of the most favored items in CS2.
Rarity
As one of 161 Shotgun skins, the Nova | Quick Sand falls under the Mil-Spec Grade rarity tier, indicating that it is relatively common, with an estimated drop chance of 79.92%.
Availability
The Nova | Quick Sand is quite budget-friendly, with a price range between $17.61 and $33.61.
Versions
Float values for the Nova | Quick Sand can vary from 0.00 to 0.50, making it accessible across all exterior conditions. Each exterior variant also has a corresponding Souvenir version.
Finish Style
Painted in a "Hydrographic" style, this Nova features the Quick Sand finish. The process involves submerging disassembled weapon components in a water tank with a floating hydrographic film. This film bonds to the primed parts, creating a patterned surface. This skin primarily showcases shades of gray. The appearance of the Quick Sand finish is influenced by its pattern index. It utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The Nova | Quick Sand has garnered over 2 votes, resulting in a community rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars. Furthermore, this skin is owned by professional CS2 players allu, shox, and tenzki.