The Nova | Predator made its debut in CS2 on November 27, 2013, released as part of the Berlin 2019 Dust II Souvenir Package, coinciding with the "Out with the old, in with the new" update.
Origin
To obtain the Nova | Predator, players must open one of the 11 containers that include this skin. Notable examples are the ESL One Cologne 2014 Dust II Souvenir Package, the DreamHack 2014 Dust II Souvenir Package, and the ESL One Katowice 2015 Dust II Souvenir Package. Additionally, this skin is part of the Dust 2 Collection.
Popularity
Holding a popularity rating of 83%, the Nova | Predator ranks within the top 17% of the most sought-after items in CS2.
Rarity
Among 161 other Shotgun skins, the Nova | Predator is categorized as Consumer Grade, which results in its frequent appearance within the game.
Availability
The Nova | Predator is quite budget-friendly, with a price range that falls between $5.29 and $109.78.
Versions
The float value for the Nova | Predator varies from 0.06 to 0.80, allowing the skin to exist in every exterior condition. For each exterior, a Souvenir version of the Predator is also available.
Finish Style
This Nova features a "Spray-Paint" finish style, characteristic of the Predator design. The weapon exhibits multiple coats applied through stencil techniques, utilizing a color palette of green and brown. Its appearance is further influenced by the pattern index of the Predator finish.
Community Sentiment
Having garnered over 4 votes, the Nova | Predator holds an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars. Current owners of this skin include professional CS2 players flusha, dupreeh, and f0rest.