The Nova | Candy Apple made its debut in CS2 on November 27, 2013, as part of the EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package, coinciding with the "Out with the old, in with the new" update.

The Nova | Candy Apple is a coveted skin that can be acquired by opening either a DreamHack 2013 Souvenir Package or an EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package. This skin is included in The Italy Collection.

The Nova | Candy Apple boasts an impressive popularity rate of 85%, placing it in the top 15% of the most sought-after items in CS2. This popularity metric is derived from daily sales volume and the skin's price.

The Nova | Candy Apple is one of 155 Shotgun skins available. This skin falls under the Industrial Grade rarity, making the Candy Apple a relatively common sight in the game.

The Nova | Candy Apple is an affordable skin, priced between $0.13 and $193.72. It's currently widely available and can be found across various markets.

The Nova | Candy Apple has a float value ranging from 0.00 to 0.30, making it available in Factory New, Minimal Wear, and Field-Tested conditions. Each exterior also features a Souvenir version of the Candy Apple.

The Nova | Candy Apple features a striking "Solid Color" design with a vibrant Candy Apple finish. Each part of the weapon is coated in up to four unique colors before being reassembled, showcasing a rich red tint as its primary hue. The Candy Apple finish remains consistent across different pattern indexes. This skin utilizes the latest CS2 model.