For example, the heavy-weapons guy is loaded down with artillery, but he moves much slower-markedly so, when firing-than the lighter-armed scout or spy. The weapons and character-specific skills are also different depending on which of the nine classes you select, you'll be armed according to your skills and responsibilities. First off, TFC uses the Half-Life engine, so it looks great. In addition to the mass variety of modes, differences between original TF and TFC abound. How about six maps and several different team modes from Capture the Flag (including Two Fortresses and an excellent rendition of the well-balanced Quake TF map, 2Forts) to football (similar to Quake's Kick mod) to escort/ assassination and more. The TFC mod contains near-limitless team-play possibilities. Plus, it gives Half-Life mod authors a lot of motivation.' TEAMING WITH ACTION 'It was also a great way to help keep the Half-Life multiplayer community growing by leaps and bounds, and to help us test the Half-Life software. 'Prior to shipping TF2, TFC was the best way we could think of to say to people 'Check out this type of game-it's a lot of fun,'' Newell says. You don't need to pay to win-virtually all of the items in the Store can also be found in-game.Gabe Newell, managing director and co-founder of TFC and TF2 developer Valve, says the release of TFC will help introduce gamers to the team play they feel is critical to multiplayer gaming. Tweak your favorite class to suit your gameplay style and personal taste.

There are hundreds of weapons, hats and more to collect, craft, buy and trade. 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.

No matter what your style and experience, we've got a character for you. Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities, and lend themselves to a variety of player skills. 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. The most highly-rated free game of all time! There's no catch! Play as much as you want, as long as you like!

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