The Nova | Quick Sand made its debut in CS2 on September 21, 2021. It became available alongside the "Operation Riptide" update as part of the Budapest 2025 Dust II Souvenir Package.
Origin
This skin can be acquired by opening any of the six containers that include it, such as the Stockholm 2021 Dust II Souvenir Package, Antwerp 2022 Dust II Souvenir Package, and Rio 2022 Dust II Souvenir Package. Additionally, the skin is included in the 2021 Dust 2 Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Nova | Quick Sand holds a popularity rating of 74%, placing it within the top 26% of items in CS2.
Rarity
Among 161 other Shotgun skins, the Nova | Quick Sand is categorized as Mil-Spec Grade, indicating its status as a relatively common drop with an estimated drop chance of 79.92%.
Availability
Ranging from $24.41 to $17663.67, the Nova | Quick Sand presents itself as an extremely budget-friendly option.
Versions
The float value for the Nova | Quick Sand spans from 0.00 to 0.50, allowing it to be found in every exterior. Each exterior variant also includes a Souvenir version of the Quick Sand.
Finish Style
This Nova showcases a "Hydrographic" finish style, characterized by the Quick Sand coating. Weapon parts are submerged in a floating film in a water tank, allowing the film to adhere to the surface and create a patterned covering. Mostly painted in various gray tones, the appearance of the Quick Sand finish is influenced by its pattern index. The skin utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The Nova | Quick Sand has received over 5 votes leading to an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars. The skin is currently also owned by the professional CS2 players allu, shox, and tenzki.