CS2 welcomed the Nova | Rising Skull on December 18, 2013, as a component of the Winter Offensive Weapon Case, introduced with the "Winter Offensive" update. This skin was crafted by the community designer known as "UFOsAreReal."
Origin
To acquire the Nova | Rising Skull, players need to open a Winter Offensive Weapon Case container. This skin is also included in the Winter Offensive Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Nova | Rising Skull enjoys an 86% popularity rate, placing it within the top 14% of items in CS2.
Rarity
Among 161 other Shotgun skins, the Nova | Rising Skull holds a Restricted rarity, resulting in its classification as a fairly uncommon drop with a drop chance estimated at 15.98%.
Availability
This skin is quite budget-friendly, with a price variation spanning from $7.72 to $95.00.
Versions
The float value for the Nova | Rising Skull can vary between 0.00 and 0.50, allowing for availability across all exterior conditions. Moreover, each exterior variant also has a corresponding StatTrak version.
Finish Style
Painted in a "Custom Paint Job" style, this Nova features the Rising Skull finish. This painting technique allows for extensive customization in a diverse array of colors, with the predominant shade being a white tint. The skin utilizes the old legacy model.
Community Sentiment
Receiving over 2 votes, the Nova | Rising Skull has garnered an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. This skin is presently owned by professional CS2 players snax, xyp9x, and mixwell.