Introduced to CS2 on December 3, 2020, the Nova | Army Sheen became available with the Budapest 2025 Ancient Souvenir Package in conjunction with the "Operation Broken Fang" update.
Origin
Players can acquire the Nova | Army Sheen by unboxing one of the eight containers featuring this skin. These include the Stockholm 2021 Ancient Souvenir Package, Antwerp 2022 Ancient Souvenir Package, and Rio 2022 Ancient Souvenir Package. Additionally, it is a part of the Ancient Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Nova | Army Sheen enjoys a popularity rating of 83%, placing it within the top 17% of the most sought-after items in CS2.
Rarity
This skin belongs to a larger group of 161 different Shotgun skins. Classified as Consumer Grade, the Army Sheen is relatively common within the game.
Availability
The Nova | Army Sheen is a cost-effective skin, with prices ranging from $0.03 to $0.83.
Versions
Float values for the Nova | Army Sheen can vary between 0.00 and 0.30, allowing its availability in Factory New, Minimal Wear, and Field-Tested conditions. For each exterior, a Souvenir version is also available.
Finish Style
Painted in an "Anodized Multicolored" style, this Nova features the Army Sheen finish. In this finish, a candy coat may be applied in a variety of colors, typically utilizing real-world techniques such as silk-screening or stencils. However, this particular skin primarily showcases shades of gray, with the finish's appearance influenced by its pattern index. It utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
Having garnered over 10 votes, the Nova | Army Sheen holds an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. Among the current owners are professional CS2 players fallen, snax, and s1mple.