Valve Wins Back The Hearts Of Team Fortress 2 Players With Massive Summer 2024 Update

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Fans praise Valve’s new TF2 update due to massive amount of bug fixes, changes, and new community-made content.
Update adds Summer event, cosmetics, taunts with 64-bit Steam binaries, stability fixes, and massive community map updates.
Despite positive reception, the community is still urging players not to buy anything and continue boycotting.

As a seasoned veteran of the Payday: The Heist community, I’ve seen my fair share of map modifications and updates. But this one for pl_cashworks has left me truly impressed.

As a long-time fan of Team Fortress 2, I’m thrilled to share that Valve has dropped a fresh update this week, brimming with exciting new features for us gamers! With my heart filled with anticipation, I’ve been eagerly scanning the patch notes, and let me tell you, there’s plenty to be excited about.

As a dedicated gamer of Team Fortress 2 for the past few months, I’ve noticed an increasing issue that’s been putting a damper on my gaming experience: cheaters. The once vibrant and competitive community is now calling the game unplayable. In fact, there was even a petition called “SaveTF2” that gathered over 300,000 signatures. I couldn’t believe it!

The situation became more unfavorable for Valve when they chose to team up with the upcoming Funko Pop game, Funko Fusion. Many fans found this partnership offensive, while others suggested that Valve’s sudden crackdown on cheaters was merely a diversion to facilitate this collaboration and attract less criticism.

As a gamer, I’m thrilled to share that this week has brought some exciting improvements to Team Fortress 2. Even though Valve is 17 years old in gaming years, they’ve managed to roll out an impressive Summer update. With dozens of new bug fixes under their belt, they’ve also added a fresh Summer event for us to enjoy. To top it off, they’ve included plenty of new content created by the community – can’t wait to explore it all!

On Reddit, users expressed their appreciation for various elements of the recent update. One individual exclaimed, “The new medieval mode map takes us back!” Another user was astonished by the extensive list of bug fixes, commenting, “Wow, there are actually two pages filled with bug fixes!” The enthusiasm for this update doesn’t stop there; another user shared, “This update surprisingly contains many features I have longed for.”

As a long-time member of this gaming community, I can’t help but feel frustrated and disillusioned by the ongoing situation with Valve’s latest game release. Despite the excitement and hype surrounding it, many of us have made the conscious decision to boycott this title due to various reasons, be it ethical concerns or dissatisfaction with past business practices.

Being a long-time fan of Team Fortress 2, I’m thrilled to share that the game’s latest update is now live on Steam! For those of us who have been eagerly anticipating new features and fixes, this news comes as a breath of fresh air. The full patch notes are detailed below, so feel free to explore and see what’s in store for us gamers. Happy gaming!

Team Fortress 2 Patch Notes For Summer 2024 Update

Summer 2024!

Featuring 10 new community maps: Embargo, Odyssey, Megaton, Cachoeira, Overgrown, Hadal, Applejack, Atom Smash, Canaveral, and Burghausen
Added the Summer 2024 Cosmetic Case
- Contains 23 new community-contributed items
Added 4 new community-contributed taunts to the Mann Co. Store
- Taunt: Can It!
- Taunt: Cremator’s Condolences
- Taunt: Straight Shooter Tutor
- Taunt: Unleashed Rage
Added 38 new community-created Unusual effects
- 18 new effects for Unusual hats
- 20 new effects for Unusual taunts
All cosmetic and taunt cases will grant Summer 2024 Unusual effects instead of their normal Unusual effects during the Summer event. This does not include crates.
The Summer event runs through September 15th, 2024

General

Security and stability improvements
Fixed Workshop sv_cheats exploit
Disallow aliasing any existing convars that are not movement commands
Added language support for Spanish – Latin America
Added ConVar “tf_hide_custom_decals” to allow clients to disable viewing custom decals on items
- Added “Hide Custom Decals” checkbox to the Advanced Options dialog in the Miscellaneous Options category
Added missing 64-bit Steam binaries for the dedicated server
Added missing 64-bit versions of HLMV and HLFaceposer
Added a check to prevent the “autoteam” client command for custom game modes like VSH after the player has already joined a team
Added missing menu_photos images for cp_powerhouse
Added missing default string for Player Destruction mode
Expanded VScript support
- Added mp_tournament_redteamname, mp_tournament_blueteamname, and tf_mvm_max_connected_players to the list of whitelisted ConVars
- Fixed vscript_convar_allowlist.cfg being overriden by being packed into a map
- BaseEntity: AcceptInput, IsAlive
- EconEntity: GetAttribute
- TFPlayer: GetCustomAttribute, StunPlayer
- TFBot: GetAllBotTags, SetMission, SetPrevMission, GetMission, GetPrevMission, HasMission, IsOnAnyMission, SetMissionTarget, GetMissionTarget, SetBehaviorFlag, ClearBehaviorFlag, IsBehaviorFlagSet, SetActionPoint, GetActionPoint
Moved some of the Christmas maps to the normal rotation
Moved ctf_2fort_invasion out of the Misc matchmaking category and into CTF
Moved koth_probed out of the Misc matchmaking category and into KOTH
Fixed Incinerator killstreak effect not scaling properly when viewed from a distance (community fix from SirDapper and CheesyPuff)
Fixed Gunslinger punch combo not being lag compensated (community fix from Marxvee)
Fixed third-person reload animation speeds not matching first-person speeds when using custom attributes (community fix from Marxvee)
Fixed CTF HUD being visible when no flags are present (Community fix from fellen)
Fixed broken LOD1 model for The B.A.S.E. Jumper backpack while deployed (community fix from Piogre)
Fixed cosmetic items that use per-class bodygroups not using the correct bodygroup in the Loadout panel
Fixed dropped weapons with custom decals not showing the correct decals
Fixed some unusual effects using the wrong orientation for The Head Hedge
Fixed Halloween transmutations being completed outside of the Halloween event
Fixed incorrect BLU material for the CLTF2 bronze medal
Fixed missing Spy audio when using the Taunt: Kazotsky Kick
Fixed missing sound for the Taunt: The Skating Scorcher
Fixed the Neon Annihilator not getting crit-attacks when hitting players covered with gas
Fixed some clipping issues for the Mad Lad when using lod1 and lod2
Fixed missing polygons for the Stunt Suit when using the Roadworker style
Fixed seeing the wrong image in the Steam inventory for the Operation Firmware Frenzy Star of the Company 2023 medal
Fixed not being able to equip the Master’s Yellow Belt and the Hillbilly Speed Bump at the same time
Fixed console warning about unknown command ‘eureka_teleport’
Fixed Vaccinator heal sound continuing to play after Medic’s death
Fixed a problem with the Tiny Timber not displaying paint after being painted
Updated zi_intro.webm media file
Updated the description of the Buffalo Steak Sandvich to display the increased damage vulnerability while active
Updated the Eldritch Horror and Deep-sea Devourer Unusual taunt effects to fix incorrect spawn locations
Updated the materials for Your Eternal Reward to fix incorrect lighting under certain conditions (community fix from Lindon)
Updated the material for The Buff Banner to add phong mask and missing material parameters (community fix from Lindon)
Updated the material for The Law to fix an issue when the hat has been painted
Updated the equip_region for the Cleaner’s Cap
Updated/Added some tournament medals
Updated ctf_turbine_winter, plr_hacksaw, and pl_phoenix to fix localization issues
Updated ctf_doublecross
- Fixed an incorrect team-colored material in the BLU base
Updated cp_brew
- Fixed truck textures outside of BLU spawn
- Fixed a few bumps in the road
Updated pd_selbyen
- Fixed an exploit that would allow Engineer to trap players using a teleporter behind a door
- Minor detailing changes
Updated pl_hoodoo_final
- Added func_noclip to BLU spawn in the third stage
Updated pl_corruption
- Fixed handrail collision near the last point
- Fixed lamp near BLU spawn
- Fixed missing string for last point
Updated plr_hacksaw_event
- Fixed broken areaportals
Updated pl_enclosure_final
- [Stage 1] – Moved A point within the gate building
- [Stage 1] – Added stairs for access to the balcony overlooking the final point area
- [Stage 1] – Added more cover along the initial aviary area
- [Stage 1] – Removed the catwalk connecting the wooden tower with the oneway door and the balcony area
- [Stage 1] – Tweaked the layout of the tunnel section
- [Stage 1] – Wooden tower is now connected to a new catwalk inside of the gate building
- [Stage 1] – Reworked RED spawn so it now has two exit doors
- [Stage 2] – RED now has a 2nd spawn exit leading outside along the water to where the airboats are parked
- [Stage 2] – Airboats and their dock are now accessible
- [Stage 2] – Removed the elevated platform RED had within the building, replaced with a tall piece of cover instead
- [Stage 3] – Added a wall and extra stairs on the right side leading up to the catwalk around the raptor pit
- [Stage 3] – Added a large cliff narrowing the whole area on the left side of the raptor pit
- [Stage 3] – Added an extra entryway on the left side of the final point building and a dropdown to floor level within
- [Stage 3] – Added a jumping class vent from next to B point area into the upstairs area of the final point building
- [All Stages] – Allowed building inside initial BLU spawns
- [All Stages] – Visual improvements to a lot of places, a few new assets
Updated pl_cashworks
- Area 1 / Loading Dock
  - BLU Spawn 1:
    - Solved several clipping issues at doors and stairs
    - Mitigated line of sight into spawn room
    - Added alternative exit from spawn room to the right
  - RED Spawn 1:
    - Reworked to have two exits
  - Area Changes:
    - Changed terrain around bridge to be easier to maneuver and to prevent getting stuck
    - Changed munition pack at building 01 to large
    - Possible spots beneath bridge for teleporter-traps eliminated
    - Shuffled some big rocks to block off Sniper lanes
    - Cut center building Sniper lane, left alley visually blocked off from dock area
    - Cut center building top Sniper lane, less easy to get a good view
    - Changed out of bounds building left of BLU spawn, added spinning sawblade
    - Opened up a third passage to allow for an additional flanking option for BLU and RED
- Area 2 / Serpentines
  - RED Spawn 2:
    - Reworked 2nd RED spawn entirely
    - New spawn has two exits, locks and teleports after B is capped
  - Area Changes:
    - Balconies blocked off visually and physically
    - Additional visual blocker at the top of the serpentines to allow for a more secure crossing
    - Long tunnel leading through the RED building to a staircase at the foot of the hill
    - Added deadly and moving sawblade for spicy danger, with sparks and fumes
    - Closed off BLU balcony at the end of the hill
    - Changed raised platform to be only accessible from RED side
  - Reroutes:
    - Deleted BLU gates at flanking route after B is capped
    - Flanking route has an additional exit towards C, leading through BLU building
    - BLU building interiors reworked and expanded
    - Balcony-drop doesn’t injure the player any more
- Area 3 / Construction Site
  - BLU Spawn 2:
    - New stairway leading to balcony
    - Wider exit from big building after CP3 capture
  - Area Changes:
    - Widened area at the generators and on the 2nd level
    - Changed the direction of the drop-in to C, leading into the hydroelectric building
    - Widened exit from BLU spawn into Area 3
- Area 4 / Vault
  - Area Changes:
    - Added gates opening at the gatehouse after CP3 is captured
    - Alternative passageway through gatehouse while gates are closed pre CP3
    - Rebuild bridge to be convex, obscuring a long Sniper lane
    - Wonky bridge rewards with a branching access next to the vault building, allowing for BLU flanks
- Global Changes
  - Solved a ton of clipping
  - Rebuilt and edited navmesh, with defined sentry and Sniper positions and varying gameplay
  - Adjusted func_doors at spawn to span to every solid
  - Changed clipping on cart, now jumpable
  - Increased fog distance and lowered density
  - Exchanged glass-textures from the green to the clear version
  - Stairs and hanging bridge are now bullet-blocked for more predictable projectile bounces

2024-07-19 15:08

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