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Team Fortress 2 for Windows

  • Free

  • In English
  • V 2.1.0
  • 4

    (4277)
  • Security Status

Softonic review

Kyle Juffs
Kyle JuffsUpdated a month ago

Epic battles and endless humor in sight

Team Fortress 2, a free-to-play action game developed and published by Valve, serves as the sequel to the 1996 Team Fortress mod for Quake and its 1999 remake, Team Fortress Classic. This multiplayer first-person shooter game is a continuation of the beloved Team Fortress series.

Immerse yourself in the world of Team Fortress 2, where team strategy and comedic antics converge in a frenzy of gunfire. Experience a diverse cast of nine gameplay approaches, dive into strategically designed maps, and enjoy constant updates that keep the game fresh and exciting.

The class war has begun

Team Fortress 2 stands out for its nine unique classes, each with its own set of abilities and weapons. From the fast Scout to the sturdy Heavy, players must work together and employ strategies to overcome the opposing team. Rounds are intense, and the variety of game modes ensures that each match is unique.

Despite being released several years ago, Team Fortress 2 continues to impress with its distinctive and caricature-like art style. The characters are expressive, and the maps are filled with details that are aesthetically pleasing and inform the gameplay strategy.

The soundtrack is catchy, and the sound effects are as comical as they are satisfying. The highlight, however, is the voice acting of the characters. Each class has its own set of lines that not only give personality to the game but also provide crucial information during battle.

Although Team Fortress 2 primarily focuses on multiplayer action, the game has developed a rich narrative through comics and videos. These mediums have built a surprisingly deep and comedic story about the two warring companies—Red and Blu.

The game adopted a free-to-play model in 2011. Although there are microtransactions, mainly focused on cosmetics and weapons, they do not affect the game balance, allowing for a fair experience for all players. This game is essentially an online game. It offers various game modes, from Capture the Flag to King of the Hill. Matches are fast-paced, intense, and always different, thanks to the real-time skill and strategy of the players.

It offers a wide variety of customization options and settings, allowing players to tailor the experience to their needs and preferences. However, the mechanics of the game could present a potentially steep learning curve, especially for those new to this genre.

A new update in honor of Halloween

Team Fortress 2 has introduced a spooky Halloween update featuring a wide range of custom content in the form of a themed event called Scream Fortress XV. This seasonal update not only brings forth the eerie festivities but also adds an array of exciting content for your entertainment. This patch notes include the inclusion of 12 brand-new community-created Halloween maps, four new community taunts, 25 additional community cosmetic items, 20 unique and unusual effects, four newly designed community holiday-restricted cosmetic items, and an entirely new community-crafted game mode known as Zombie Infection.

In conjunction with this update, the free Halloween contracts have been reset, giving players the opportunity to complete them once more and earn the associated rewards. Simultaneously, the game has introduced a dozen new contracts designed to align with the newly added Halloween maps. It is important to note that the Scream Fortress XV event will be active until November 7, 2023.

Massive updates for Smissmas 2023

The recently released Smissmas 2023, Valve’s seasonal update for Team Fortress 2, has caused a spike in its concurrent player count. The massive content release contains 10 new maps — two for Attack and Defend, two for Payload, two for King of the Hill, two for Capture the Flag, and one each for Payload Race, Player Destruction. These maps were handpicked by Valve from the Steam Workshop, owing to the quality involved in crafting the maps. Additionally, three of these maps will be joining the Casual map pool all year round.

Additionally, players can now hunt 23 new cosmetic items for each of the nine character classes, reflecting the Yuletide season. There are also three new taunts, one exclusive for the Scout and the other two available for all classes. Another major addition are 31 unique Unusual effects, which are animated particle effects that can be equipped on the characters. Out of these effects, 17 are applied to cosmetics and 14 go with taunts.

Additionally, there are multiple fixes applied to the game for a better experience. Most of the changes revolve around game server issues, overlapping textures, and map changes to both new and existing maps. For example, the skybox bridge on the Pelican Peak map has been removed for DirectX 8 users. Or that the Teleporters can now be placed on the spawn point at the Hacksaw map.

A game with many possibilities

Team Fortress 2 is a classic that has withstood the test of time. Its focus on teamwork, strategy, absurd humor, and charismatic characters makes it a gem in the first-person shooter genre. Although its community remains active, some new players may find an initially steep learning curve when facing experienced veterans. Nevertheless, it is a solid recommendation for any shooting game enthusiast looking for a challenging and hilarious experience.

PROS

  • Variety of classes and styles of play
  • Constant updates
  • Active and dedicated community

CONS

  • Steep learning curve for new players

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Team Fortress 2 for PC

  • Free

  • In English
  • V 2.1.0
  • 4

    (4277)
  • Security Status


User reviews about Team Fortress 2

  • bayalien nile

    by bayalien nile

    it's more fun playing this awesome game. thanks to the developer. Excellent game indeed

  • Kevin mincraft

    by Kevin mincraft

    it fun game i happy to play it i play th fake one that harder roblox tf2


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