Team Fortress 2

When was Team Fortress 2 released?

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Q.When was Team Fortress 2 released?

A.Team Fortress 2 was released on October 10, 2007, initially on Windows and Xbox 360 as part of The Orange Box, with later ports and a free-to-play transition shaping its ongoing run.

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Team Fortress 2 was first released on October 10, 2007, launching on Windows and Xbox 360 as part of Valve’s The Orange Box compilation Steam store listing. The PlayStation 3 version followed later that year, with a North American release on December 11, 2007. The package introduced a bold, cartoonish art style and nine distinct classes built around teamwork, laying the groundwork for a long-running live service that would evolve with updates and cosmetics.

A standalone Windows release arrived on April 9, 2008 (NA) and April 11, 2008 (worldwide), bringing TF2 to players who didn’t own The Orange Box. Mac support followed in June 2010 and Linux in February 2013. In June 2011, Valve shifted TF2 to a free-to-play model, transforming it into a continually updated service with cosmetic items, community-made maps, and a steady flow of updates that refreshed gameplay Official Team Fortress Wiki release history Wikipedia page.

Today, TF2 remains a flagship free-to-play title on Steam, celebrated for its balance between accessibility and depth, its rotating set of game modes, and its distinctive Hats economy that kept the community engaged for years Steam store listing.

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Q.How do I play as the Scout in Team Fortress 2?

A.Play Scout by using high mobility and hit‑and‑run tactics: double‑jump and stay moving, use your Scattergun up close, Pistol to finish targets, and focus on objectives (you capture/push at double speed).

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Q.Who are the different characters in Team Fortress 2?

A.Team Fortress 2 has nine playable classes—Scout, Soldier, Pyro, Demoman, Heavy, Engineer, Medic, Sniper, and Spy—each with distinct roles and abilities. They’re grouped into Offense, Defense, and Support and can be customized with weapons and hats.

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Q.How do I play as the Spy in Team Fortress 2?

A.Play Spy by using cloak and disguise to slip behind enemy lines, backstabbing distracted targets for instant kills, and sapping Engineer buildings—while avoiding Pyros and staying opportunistic.

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Q.Can I use the Team Fortress 2 logo for fan projects?

A.Yes—you can use the Team Fortress 2 logo for fan projects, but only in non-commercial ways and without implying Valve endorsement. Official policy supports fan art referencing Valve games on a non-commercial basis, with caveats around distribution of assets and commercial use.

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Q.What is the current player count for Team Fortress 2?

A.As of December 5, 2025, Team Fortress 2's concurrent player count sits around 45,000 players online, with the latest live tally at 45,284. Counts vary by tracker, typically hovering in the 40k–47k range depending on time and region.

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