P90 | Nostalgia

Origin Story

The P90 | Nostalgia is a commemorative skin from The CS20 Collection, released on October 18, 2019, as part of the Cache and Release update celebrating Counter-Strike's 20th anniversary. It features a custom paint job depicting the iconic CT character from the original Counter-Strike main menu, directly referencing the game's roots. This skin stands out as a fan-service throwback, primarily appealing to players and collectors who appreciate the history and classic artwork of Counter-Strike. It is largely considered a collector's item within the anniversary set, valued for its thematic connection to the franchise's legacy.

Drop Chance

P90 | Nostalgia is Classified, a Pink-tier skin, rare with strong collector demand. From the CS20 Case: approximately 1.07% per opening (roughly 1 in 94). The 3.2% Classified tier rate is split across 3 Classified skins in the case. StatTrak versions drop at ~0.11% from the CS20 Case (about 1 in 937). These per-skin odds assume equal weighting within tier — Valve publishes tier rates but doesn't formally confirm even distribution across skins in a tier.

Skin Condition

Float range 0 to 0.57. Exteriors: Factory New, Minimal Wear, Field-Tested, Well-Worn, Battle-Scarred. StatTrak is available in FN, MW, FT, WW, BS.

• Factory New ($20.48): The light blue, white, and darker blue tones of the CT artwork are crisp and vibrant, with no visible scratches, presenting the premium showcase condition for this Custom Paint Job skin.
• Minimal Wear ($7.25): The CT figure and background remain vivid, with only minor edge wear or tiny chips appearing on the front and corners, making it a strong value alternative to Factory New.
• Field-Tested ($5.71): Noticeable but moderate edge chipping and light surface scratches become visible, particularly around the P90’s front and side edges, though the CT character and overall theme remain clear.
• Well-Worn ($5.75): More pronounced chipping and dulling occur across the artwork, with larger worn areas on edges and possible patchy wear on flat surfaces, making the CT figure appear more scuffed.
• Battle-Scarred ($6.13): Substantial chipping, scratches, and fading cover many surfaces, potentially obscuring portions of the CT artwork, especially around edges and high-contact sections, resulting in a significantly distressed appearance.

Model

Nostalgia uses the legacy P90 model, introduced with Cache and Release on October 18, 2019. The inspect animation and third-person appearance match the original CS:GO version.

How to Obtain

The P90 | Nostalgia is primarily acquired by opening the CS20 Case, which contains this Classified rarity skin. While the CS20 Case is no longer an active drop, it can still be obtained through the Steam Community Market or third-party marketplaces. Players can also acquire the P90 | Nostalgia through trade-up contracts using ten lower-rarity skins from The CS20 Collection. A StatTrak version is also available for kill tracking. Additionally, this skin can be purchased directly from the Steam Community Market, third-party marketplaces, or various case-opening and skin trading sites.

Price Range

P90 | Nostalgia ranges from $6.13 (Battle-Scarred) to $20.48 (Factory New). Field-Tested copies sit at $5.71. StatTrak versions carry a premium at every wear tier.


The current 7-day median is $5.99. The 90-day median is $6.18. The all-time median is $4.70. Volume averages 27 trades per day.

Visual Theme

Custom Paint Job: It has been custom painted with a CT from the main menu of the original Counter-Strike. Dominant colors include light blue, white, and darker blue tones, forming a stylized background for the CT character. In first-person view, the upper portion of the CT figure and helmet, along with the light blue and white background panels, are most visible. Community and database comparisons emphasize that it is designed as a direct homage to the original CS1.6 menu screen.

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Sticker Compatibility

The P90 | Nostalgia's cool blue, teal, and white color palette pairs well with stickers in similar shades, as well as navy, dark blue, or black accents. The skin's Custom Paint Job finish features a prominent CT character, which can make busy sticker patterns appear cluttered.