Hello all,
I thought it would be a good idea to have a brief ‘beginners guide’ / ‘getting started’ post to allow people to see the different sides of TF2 or maybe where they would like to start in a game that might be unfamiliar.
Now, We begin:
What is TF2?- According to Steam:
- Steam wrote:
- “The most highly-rated free game of all time!
One of the most popular online action games of all time, Team Fortress 2 delivers constant free updates—new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats. Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities, and lend themselves to a variety of player skills.
New to TF? Don’t sweat it!
No matter what your style and experience, we’ve got a character for you. Detailed training and offline practice modes will help you hone your skills before jumping into one of TF2’s many game modes, including Capture the Flag, Control Point, Payload, Arena, King of the Hill and more.
Make a character your own!
There are hundreds of weapons, hats and more to collect, craft, buy and trade. Tweak your favorite class to suit your gameplay style and personal taste. You don’t need to pay to win—virtually all of the items in the Mann Co. Store can also be found in-game.”
Well what does this mean to us really?Well TF2 is a completely free First Person Shooter, but not in the way many people are used to, as reality is thrown right out the window. It is a very cartoony, arcady and quick moving game.
Looking to get in to TF2?Your going to need Steam to start off, which you can find here:
http://store.steampowered.com/about/After that your going to want to get into the Iridium group on steam, so people can get together. You will need to add me:
http://steamcommunity.com/id/relapsegamesand then you will find the Iridium group here:
http://steamcommunity.com/groups/IridiumClanAnd finally, you can find TF2 here:
http://store.steampowered.com/app/440Getting StartedSo the first thing you will see in this game there are 9 different classes. They are broken up in the game by 3 different roles, Offensive, Defensive and Support. Now this doesn't mean that you cant just use what ever class you like. Im going to go from Left to right as they appear on the selection screen.
OFFENSIVE:Scout:Health- 125
Speed- 133%
Default Loadout:Scattergun (Sawed-Off Shotgun),
Can also use: Quad shot Pistol, Level Action Shotgun
Pistol,
Can also use: Power Up Drinks, Mad Milk, Throwing Cleaver
Bat,
Can also use: Assorted Melee Items
Special Perk: Double Jump, Faster Payload Movement
Personal Description: The scout is the fastest character in the game, and can change direction quickly with his double jump. His weapons are only good at close range which makes him a ‘glass cannon’. With his low health and powerful shotgun he gets in quick and takes out people. Mainly he should be used to capture in CTF or move the bomb in Payload mode.
Good Character to begin with.Soldier:Health- 200
Speed- 80%
Default Loadout:Rocket Launcher,
Can Also use: Rocket launchers with assored properties.
Shotgun:
Can also use: Buff Banners, Metal Boots (Prevents Rocket Jump Damage), Laser Pistol
Shovel,
Can also use: Assorted Melee Weapons
Special Perk: Rocket Jump, Shooting the ground while jumping launches you in the air at the cost of health
Personal Description: The Soldiers Rockets do a lot of damage, however they fly through the air slwoer than bullets so you cant simply aim and shoot. However, if you can get used to planning where your shooting the damage will come in floods. Using their rockets they are able to put up a fight even from a longer range, as long as you can plan for the rockets flight time. They are good for pushing the objective, as a single or a pair of soldiers can clear out a packed room or even an entire team.
Good For New players.Pyro:Health- 175
Speed- 100%
Default Loadout:Flame Thrower, Can also use: other assorted flame throwers
Shotgun, Can also use: Flare Guns
Fire Axe, Can also use: Assorted Melee Weapons
Special Perk: Compression Blast. The Right Click fire of a flamethrower will blow other characters away, can also redirect Soldier Rockets.
Personal Description: Pyros are the perfect class stat wise, High health and normal speed. The problem is they are completely close range only, the flamethrower is powerful but has a short range, this makes the pyro fantastic for indoor maps and great for covering corners or hallway intersections. They are good for jumping the enemy in a game of CTF and controlling points, when playing Pyro you can wipe an entire room by yourself.
Not Good for Beginners, Advanced ClassMore Coming Soon; Defence and Support Characters. Game Modes. Items.