Nova | Toy SoldierFactory New$12.32The Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in a sand dune color scheme. <i>With Turner dead, we have a new priority: rescue Alex Kincaide - Felix Riley, Commanding Officer</i> The Nova | Toy Soldier is a Restricted-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Toy Soldier finish on the Nova. With a Restricted rarity classification, it has approximately a ~3.2% chance of dropping from case openings.
How to Obtain: The Nova | Toy Soldier can be unboxed from the Horizon Case. It belongs to the Horizon Collection.
Float Value and Wear: This skin has a float value range of 0.00 to 1.00. This restricted float range means not all wear conditions are available, which can affect rarity and pricing for specific exteriors. Lower float values within each condition tier produce a cleaner in-game appearance and typically command higher prices.
Price and Market Trends: The Nova | Toy Soldier (Factory New) has a median market price of approximately $12.32, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The 7-day trend is 0.0% and the 30-day trend is -36.2%. Across wear conditions, prices range from $0.70 (Battle-Scarred) to $12.32 (Factory New).
Community Rating: The Nova | Toy Soldier has a community rating of 3.5 out of 5 based on 464 votes. This mixed rating suggests the design appeals to some players while others prefer alternative finishes.
The Nova | Toy Soldier (Factory New) shows a Strongly bearish trend. -36.2% (30d).
Trades in the budget range.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Prices trending down - potential buying opportunity. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) Nova | Toy Soldier skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Toy Soldier pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the Nova | Toy Soldier is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Toy Soldier aesthetic without breaking the bank. Budget skins like this are ideal for players building their first inventory or those who prefer spending on multiple skins rather than one expensive item. The lower price point also means less financial risk if you decide to trade or sell later.
Float values in CS2 determine a skin's wear level on a scale from 0.00 (perfect) to 1.00 (maximum wear). With a float range of 0.00 to 1.00, this skin has specific wear availability that affects pricing. Lower float values within any condition category (e.g., 0.01 vs 0.06 in Factory New) result in cleaner appearances and typically command higher prices. For high-value trades, always verify the exact float value using inspection tools.
Prices for the Nova | Toy Soldier vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. This skin can be obtained by opening the Horizon Case or purchased directly from third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
Yes, all weapon skins including the Nova | Toy Soldier are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
The Nova | Toy Soldier is currently trending downward. Over the past 7 days, the price has decreased by 0.0%, and over the past 30 days it has dropped 36.2%. Price drops can result from new case releases flooding the market, seasonal fluctuations, or shifts in player preferences. This could represent a buying opportunity if you believe the skin will recover. Review the price history chart above for long-term context.
The Nova | Toy Soldier is part of the The Horizon Collection. It can be obtained by opening the Horizon Case. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
The in-game description reads: "The Nova's rock-bottom price tag makes it a great ambush weapon for a cash-strapped team. It has individual parts spray-painted solid colors in a sand dune color scheme. <i>With Turner dead, we have a new priority: rescue Alex Kincaide - Felix Riley, Commanding Officer</i>" The Toy Soldier finish on the Nova is a distinctive design that has made this skin a recognizable part of CS2's visual identity.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, Buff163 currently has the lowest price for the Nova | Toy Soldier at $13.15. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.
