TF2 Newbs (Team Fortress 2) Blog

Here’s all the news that is news for Newbs, Newblets and their guests:

1. Server #06 has changed format to a 24/7 Dustbowl “Fun House” server.
   • All-talk, beach balls, and rtd (“Roll the Dice” mod) is enabled on #06. Only one player can have an active rtd state at one time, and any one player must wait 100 seconds before being able to input rtd again. Click the link to see the entire list of effects.
   • Pacifist play is allowed on #06, as well as trade servers #02 and #18.
   • If this format is popular, “fun house” servers could be expanded. Please remember to avoid pacifist play in the other servers, as per the server rules.
2. Important info of yesterday’s TF2 patch:
   • Maps updated: Dustbowl, Junction, 2Fort, Turbine, Lakeside/Ghost Fort, Gold Rush.
   • Mann Up Mode now available to users in Australia.
   • Various bugfixes.
3. Added two promo items for the Heavy
   • The Der Maschinensoldaten-Helm and the Die Regime-Panzerung cosmetics are available in Genuine quality if you pre-purchase the Steam game Wolfenstein: The New Order before May 20, 2014 (regular price $59.99). The pre-order also grants future access to the Doom Beta.

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Patch 1

• 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^[1]
• Added ETF2L 6v6 Season 17 and ETF2L Highlander Season 5 medals^[2]
• 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^[3]
  • 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

Undocumented changes

• Removed the Valve Store Shipment Box.
• Updated the equip_region for the Heavy’s Hockey Hair.

Patch 2

• Mann Up servers are now available in Australia

[N] Obey

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