Introduced to CS2 on September 21, 2021, the Nova | Interlock became available with the "Operation Riptide" update, as part of the Shanghai 2024 Vertigo Souvenir Package.
Origin
The Nova | Interlock can be acquired by opening any of the six containers that include this skin. These containers consist of the Stockholm 2021 Vertigo Souvenir Package, the Antwerp 2022 Vertigo Souvenir Package, and the Rio 2022 Vertigo Souvenir Package. Additionally, it is featured in the 2021 Vertigo Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Nova | Interlock ranks within the top 16% of items in CS2, holding a popularity rate of 84%.
Rarity
As one of 161 other Shotgun skins, the Nova | Interlock falls under the Mil-Spec Grade rarity, indicating that it is a relatively common drop with an approximate drop chance of 79.92%.
Availability
The Nova | Interlock is priced between $2.39 and $56.06, making it an economical choice.
Versions
Float values for the Nova | Interlock range from 0.00 to 0.50, allowing it to be found in every exterior type. Each exterior also has a corresponding Souvenir version of the Interlock.
Finish Style
This skin features a "Hydrographic" finish style with the Interlock design. The process involves lowering disassembled weapon parts through a floating hydrographic film submerged in a water tank. Once submerged, the film adheres to the primed parts, creating a pattern on the surface. Its color scheme features green and blue hues, and the appearance of the Interlock finish varies with the pattern index. The skin utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
The Nova | Interlock has garnered over 3 votes, resulting in an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars. It is currently held by professional CS2 players nertz, raalz, and patti.