Team Fortress 2 Update Released

An update to Team Fortress 2 has been released. The update will be applied automatically when you restart Team Fortress 2. The major changes include:


  • Fixed an issue where plugin_load may load a non-binary file type
  • Fixed an issue where decompressed file sizes were not being checked by the engine
  • Fixed a client crash related to Unusual items and the character loadout screen
  • Fixed an item exploit where tools were being used for purposes other than the original intent
  • Fixed The Shortstop not using its crit sound when firing crits
  • Fixed the HUD achievement tracker not filtering map-specific achievements
  • Fixed an issue where character voice lines would be clipped
  • Fixed disguised Spies losing their disguised cosmetic items when they touch a supply closet
  • Fixed the HUD 3D Character equipping the wrong item when Spies change their disguised weapon
  • Fixed the Demoman's shield charge turn rate when using joystick input

    • Joystick input now matches keyboard/mouse input

  • Added new promo items
  • Added ETF2L 6v6 Season 17 and ETF2L Highlander Season 5 medals
  • Updated the localization files
  • Updated metal hats to sound like metal when they fall off players' heads
  • Updated the equip_regions for The Toss-Proof Towel, The Titanium Towel, The Tartan Shade, Marshall's Mutton Chops, Stockbroker's Scarf, The Carl, and The Polar Pullover
  • Updated cp_dustbowl

    • Fixed players standing in sky over the beginning of stage 1
    • Fixed collision on rocks in the front of stage 1 where stickybombs could be placed inside them

  • Updated cp_junction_final

    • Players are now prevented from building in spawn rooms

  • Updated ctf_2fort

    • Fixed players standing on conduits in flag rooms
    • Fixed players standing in sky over Red battlements
    • Fixed a missing face under the stairs in the Blu base ramp room that let players see enemies above
    • Fixed collision on props under stairs in Red's courtyard

  • Updated ctf_turbine

    • Fixed collision on spawn doors
    • Added prop to facilitate players jumping up to raised platform and fixed surrounding collision
    • Fixed collision under stairs in mid room
    • Fixed misc prop collision
    • Fixed collision on signs in mid room
    • Fixed the clipping in the rafters of flag rooms
    • Increased performance with addition of area portals
    • Added decals under ammo and health packs
    • Smoothed geometry in the vents
    • Added nobuild around spawn doors
    • Added light props over Red and Blu gate 1 doorways

  • Updated koth_lakeside_event
  • Updated koth_lakeside_final

    • Fixed bot navigation errors
    • Prevented players from building in spawn room doors
    • Fixed rock piles to mirror on Red and Blu sides

  • Updated pl_goldrush

    • Fixed players shooting projectiles through the window in the mining tower into Red's first spawn and Blu's second spawn
    • Fixed players standing in sky above Blu spawn in stage 3
    • Fixed player clipping exploit above the Blu exit in stage 3