Introduced to CS2 on November 27, 2013, the Nova | Predator became available as part of the Berlin 2019 Dust II Souvenir Package, coinciding with the update titled "Out with the old, in with the new."
Origin
Players can acquire the Nova | Predator by opening one of the 11 available containers that hold this skin. Notable containers include the ESL One Cologne 2014 Dust II Souvenir Package, DreamHack 2014 Dust II Souvenir Package, and the ESL One Katowice 2015 Dust II Souvenir Package. Additionally, this skin is included in the Dust 2 Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Nova | Predator ranks in the top 17% of CS2's most popular items, boasting a popularity rating of 83%.
Rarity
This skin is categorized as one of 161 Shotgun skins, and its rarity tier is Consumer Grade, indicating that the Predator is frequently encountered within the game.
Availability
The Nova | Predator can be purchased within a price range of $0.18 and $1.24, making it an exceptionally budget-friendly option.
Versions
Float values for the Nova | Predator span from 0.06 to 0.80, allowing for availability across all exterior conditions. Each exterior version also has a corresponding Souvenir variant.
Finish Style
Painted in a "Spray-Paint" finish, this Nova features the Predator design. The skin showcases multiple layers applied via stencils, utilizing a green and brown color palette. The appearance of the Predator finish is influenced by its specific pattern index.
Community Sentiment
The Nova | Predator has garnered over 3 votes, resulting in an average community rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars. It is currently owned by professional CS2 players flusha, dupreeh, and f0rest.