You think I should get it?

Get TF2!!!

haha i've been playing this WAY too much. It's beaten out all my other games except super mario galaxy, and even then i go back to it fairly often.

I tried logging into the server just now and it said the server wasn't responding :(

Feel free to add my account: Siegex

My friends and I play this quite often. Steam name is Sulsa. Feel free to join me blowing things to tiny bits...

I didn't realize the orange box had this in it as well. Anyone know how it runs on an older computer? HL2 ep 1 is playable but not super great. I'm assuming at least portal and TF2 would run fine?

My computer is probably about 4 or 5 years old now, and it runs TF2 and portal with no problem.

I got it today! My name is Mondak on there too.

You guys might find these vids quite funny. Or annoying, depending on whether or not you've been in the situation.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=pPoKaoJu0m4
http://youtube.com/watch?v=JUPzN7tp7bQ

Yay Engineers.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a2...dominating.jpg

Server broked. It won't let me go on. =(

Cyn originally paid for this out of his own pocket...I think it was a month-to-month rental for the server, and he probably isn't paying for it anymore since people (like me) stopped playing after a few weeks :expressionless:

I don't think i've ever seen anybody in the server. and i check just about every time i log in to play.

I had to stop playing during my exam/project turn in time. I'm starting to pick it up again, but it's a shame that the TFP server isn't working now.

Also, is there a reason why 80% of the servers I click on say that I cannot connect to it? It seems like I can only join the ones that are playing 2fort or well, and I'm really sick of those maps.

I'm still flip-flopping on whether to buy TF2. aberkok is supposed to be on my case.

EDIT: Okay, here we go! I got it! That's right, you read correctly, I got it. I'm actually installing it now.

Wo0t! Frag you later.

You didn't do bad at all for your first time, Baraka (this is DOOMTRAIN). With a little more practice, you'll start to develop the "twitch reflex".

My suggestion is stick with the soldier for a little bit. He's really easy to get kills with because of the rocket's splash damage. Pyro is pretty easy too once you learn how to get in close without dying. A couple more matches and you'll be as good as me.

Hey, man. It was like I was a lamb for slaughter out there. :oogle:

Seriously, though. This game has quite a learning curve. It certainly looks well designed. I like it; I just have to figure it out. I think I understand how it's supposed to fit together with the classes and teamwork. Now I just have to know how to make it happen.

It was good to get all the extra help in-game. It was enlightening to see some of the demonstrations and get some tips. I noticed there are tips in-game too. I'm going to check out some strategy guides. :)

I think I'll be a passable player in time. (Though I doubt I'll be as good as you, considering how "efficient" you seemed. I could never be that way, I don't think.) I picture myself being a good "support" character. Perhaps as a grunt soldier leading the front or as a medic or defensive character such as a demolition guy or a heavy. I dunno. I'm sure I'll figure it out.

Thanks. :thumbsup:

Hmmm...I just bought Orange Box for Portal. May have to play some HL2 to get my FPS chops up to speed and then check this TF2 business out...

Just jump into TF2, trust me. I thought I was going to do way better at first because I had done some running around with FEAR Combat. Um, no.

The gameplay is way different (in a good way) from most shooters I've played. It has cartoon-like proportions, if that is any indication. You have some classes that run twice as fast (or more) as others, and you have huge disparities between weapon power and abilities, ranges, effects, etc. If you haven't read up any on how TF2 works, you should. HL2 will give you some basic training, but advanced tactics will only be picked up in game.

Hope to see you on some time. :) Could use another newb.

The server seems to be up, but at the last moment, it fails to connect due to a problem with tables. =\

I'm a pretty damn good sniper

After my HD died I havent reinstalled tf2, it just doesn't have the kind of game play that holds my attention.

COD4 on the other hand does for now, it reminds me of old school CS and when the settings are set right on hard core it plays pretty much the same but with better graphics/guns/options.

Even though Heavies are listed under Defense, they are more effective on offensive. If you want to be a good support character, a single good medic can carry the entire team. You'll see a lot of heavy/medic combos that perform well out there, but, personally, I prefer the soldier/medic combo.

Prove it!

I've been wandering away from playing the Soldier recently. I've enjoyed some rounds as a Heavy for sure. In the right spot, and with good evasive plans, he's quite dangerous. I was also experimenting (with marginal success) with the more strategic Demoman. I think I'll enjoy playing him once I get him down.

I most recently tried the Medic. I liked it quite a bit. I think I'll be playing him a lot. Everyone likes the Medic. Uber'ed Pyros are most fearful, as are Heavies. :thumbsup:

5088 or Malfean. Hell you might try to add Neverborn. One of those should work. I've been eating breathing and sleeping TF2 since the break..

You'll also pick up the easiest assists ever if you sit beside a good sniper and heal him.

I can't get the hang of any other class in TF2 except the medic. The medic is by far the most fun for me. It seems like I die over and over as any other class unless I have a medic with me, and that sure as hell never happens.

If you're a good medic, you're easily the most valued member of the team.

I just unlocked the "Team Doctor" accomplishment last night. :) My highest point total so far (a measly 5) was earned as a Medic. I got those 5 points last night, too. :) I'm really dividing my time between Medic and Heavy, with a smattering of Soldier. I choose the Heavy/Medic often because that's what the team is lacking. I tend to lean towards a strategy of support/defense. It's more my style.

Plus I like the idea of mowing down Scouts.

Lately I've been pulling BSOD after 45 minutes or an hour of play; it's very frustrating. I still love the game, though. I want medic achievements!

If I go as medic, I usually end up taking down 10-20 people before dying with my partner. :thumbsup: That's if the partner isn't an idiot (not watching my back).

Exciting new changes to the world of TF2:

http://www.computerandvideogames.com....php?id=180237

Unlockables NOOOOOOO. Wait, what am I worried about. The Meet the _____ videos aren't even all out yet, they'll never get this content done.

I propose a TFP game sometime. Anyone else down?

And Hal, shoot me an IM next time you play. I wanna see your snipah skills in action.

I'll play depending on when you guys decide to play.

35 new achievements for each class? Good God.

I'm down.

Yeah, I'm in as long as it's not next week, when I will be away.

I'm getting really into the Heavy class. I have a coworker who plays medic with me at night. We both record TF2 videos with We Game. Anyone else use this app/site? It's pretty awesome. This is a video of me as Heavy taken from the coworker medic's perspective:


I'm not sure I'm looking forward to the unlockables. I am looking forward to the new mine cart game mode though. Sounds awesome.

Medic + Pyro is insanely fun.

As is sentry/dispenser/Engineer + Heavy. Epic defense.

My friend and I are the best 2Fort intel defenders ever. Engineer + Demoman, we were literally dominating their whole team. This is on the 360 version though.