Nova Predator
About Nova Predator
Nova Predator is a Nova shotgun finished with a spray-painted zebra stripe pattern in muted brown, tan, and olive tones. Its simple striped camouflage gives the weapon a utilitarian, desert-ready look that sets it apart from more decorative Nova skins in CS2.
Release & Source
The Nova Predator can be found in the DreamHack 2013 Souvenir Package, EMS One 2014 Souvenir Package, and 11 more containers. The Nova Predator is part of the Predator family.
Float Range & Wear
The Nova Predator is available in all conditions, from Factory New to Battle-Scarred. The higher the float value, the more scratches and wear will be visible on the skin.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nova Predator has a tan, brown, and black striped finish, so stickers with desert tones or clean black accents fit best. Good options include FaZe Clan (Gold) Atlanta 2017, Team Dignitas (Gold) Cologne 2014, Ninjas in Pyjamas (Gold) Cologne 2014, and Crown (Foil). If you want a Dust II-themed souvenir look, older gold event stickers from Cologne 2014 or Katowice 2015 also match the muted palette well.
Yes. Nova Predator is a low-tier Dust 2 collection skin with a simple zebra-stripe pattern, so it is usually one of the cheaper Nova finishes on the market. It works best for players who want a recognizable collection skin or a low-cost base for souvenir collecting rather than a flashy shotgun finish.
Most collector interest comes from Souvenir versions, not the base skin itself. Because Nova Predator can come from older Dust II souvenir packages tied to events like DreamHack 2013, Cologne 2014, or Katowice 2015, specific tournament sticker sets and match history can matter more than the skin finish. Older event combinations are usually the main reason one listing stands out from another.
Nova Predator is more of a niche collector item than a broad investment pick. Standard non-souvenir versions are common and usually move based on low-budget demand, while Souvenir examples from older Dust II packages have more collector relevance because those packages are no longer dropping. If you are evaluating it long term, the tournament, sticker placement, and souvenir origin matter more than the skin design alone.
