Team Fortress 2 - Valve
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:



Happy Smissmas 2021!
  • All players who play TF2 during the event will receive a Stuffed Stocking as a gift! Stockings contain goodies for good little Mercenaries.
  • Featuring 6 new community maps: Altitude, Bread Space, Cascade, Chilly, Doublefrost, and Polar
  • Added the Winter 2021 Cosmetic Case
    • Contains 20 new community-contributed items
    • The Festivizer can be found as a bonus drop when opening the case
  • Added 3 new community-contributed taunts to the Mann Co. Store
    • Taunt: Doctor's Defibrillators
    • Taunt: Shooter's Stakeout
    • Taunt: The Hot Wheeler
  • Added 27 new community-created Unusual effects
    • 16 new effects for Unusual hats
    • 11 new effects for Unusual taunts
  • All cosmetic and taunt cases will grant Smissmas 2021 Unusual effects instead of their normal Unusual effects during the event. This does not include crates.
  • Mann Co. Store winter sale!
  • Smissmas runs through January 7th, 2022
General
  • Fixed Engineer losing metal when hitting damaged buildings while they are being re-deployed after pick-up
  • Fixed Wrap Assassin projectiles colliding with other projectiles and func_lod entities
  • Fixed Halloween: Voices From Below spell not working correctly with more taunts and the Ready voice lines
  • Updated soundlevels for some competitive mode sounds
  • Updated the description for the Blutsauger to clarify its attributes
  • Updated sound channels for some voice lines
  • Updated hurtme command to allow negative health values when using sv_cheats
  • Updated koth_probed to fix an error model
  • Updated/Added some tournament medals
  • Updated the localization files
Team Fortress 2 - Valve
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 Dragon's Fury projectiles colliding with other projectiles
  • Fixed Dragon's Fury, Short Circuit, and tf_projectile_energy_ring projectiles colliding with func_lod entities
  • Fixed tf_projectile_energy_ring projectiles not colliding with tf_generic_bomb entities
  • Fixed an exploit related to opening the ConTracker while the taunt menu is open
  • Fixed an issue with props and team colors when taunting with Australium weapons
  • Fixed servers not being able to load Mann vs. Machine .pop files for workshop maps
  • Fixed not being able to apply Strange Parts to the Battery Canteen and other Strange powerup bottles
  • Fixed large bundle descriptions being clipped in the Mann Co. Store
  • Fixed Halloween: Voices From Below spell not working correctly with the Taunt: Bad Pipes
  • Fixed a sound bug related to using The Huntsman and the Taunt: Zoomin' Broom
  • Fixed players receiving knockback from enemy weapons during a truce
  • Updated Mann vs. Machine mode
    • Fixed an infinite health exploit for Snipers using The Razorback
    • Fixed the incorrect .pop file being loaded during map change when using tf_mvm_missioncyclefile
  • Updated the Strange ranks for the Razorback to be similar to the Manntreads
  • Updated The Mislaid Sweater and Beanie The All-Gnawing to fix issues with the materials
  • Updated/Added some tournament medals
  • Updated the localization files
  • Updated koth_synthetic_event
    • Fixed some prop pop in
    • Added backup check to try to make sure the point is set to neutral when the toastmaster spawns
    • Increased volume of toastmaster summon sounds to make it more obvious when he spawns
  • Updated pd_farmageddon
    • Updated scarecrow logic to make damaging them more consistent
    • Fixed incorrect farmer line playing sometimes when the cap opens
    • Added func_respawnflag back to the acid area in cap zone that mysteriously vanished
    • Fixed some floating props and beams
    • Added team specific teleporter destinations for teleporting players out of the cap zone when a round is over. This should stop players getting stuck in each other.
    • Cap point open sprite should no longer appear at the start of a round if the cap opened during "waiting for players"
    • Blocked off sentry spot under the ramps at mid because it was too advantageous
  • Community request
    • Added new item_teamflag ouputs OnPickup1, OnDrop1, and OnCapture1 that fire outputs with the player as the activator
Dota 2 - Valve
- Fixed a bug with tower target selection when the tower's current target is very near the limit of a tower's attack range.
Dota 2 - Valve
Marci
* Base mana regen reduced from 0.5 to 0
* Dispose: Damage reduced from 70/140/210/280 to 70/130/190/250
* Rebound: Cast/jump range reduced from 850 to 800
* Unleash: Duration reduced from 18 to 16
* Unleash: Pulse damage reduced from 80/150/220 to 60/130/200
* Level 15 Talent reduced from +250 Rebound Cast/Jump Range to +200
* Level 20 Talent reduced from 1.75s Sidekick Spell Immunity to 1.5s
Team Fortress 2 - Valve
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 a client crash related to right-clicking an input field to open the context menu
  • Updated Taunt: The Dueling Banjo to add a missing sound file
  • Updated spelling for Sarsparilla Sprayed to Sarsaparilla Sprayed
  • Updated The Mislaid Sweater and Beanie The All-Gnawing to fix issues with the backpack images
  • Updated contributors display list for Los Muertos to add a missing contributor
  • Updated Megalo map stamp to fix incorrect image
  • Updated border color for Unusual items in the loadout menu
  • Updated the localization files
  • Updated cp_ambush_event
    • Fixed building inside wall exploit
    • Fixed some lamps that were hovering in the air
    • Fixed a few misaligned textures
    • Improved clipping
  • Updated pd_farmageddon
    • Underworld hurt trigger now works as last update explained
    • Fixed visable nodraw entity
  • Updated arena_lumberyard_event
    • Fixed a missing material in RED spawn
    • Changed the ghost particles in the 3d skybox
    • The team-colored ghosts that appear on round win now last longer and are more plentiful
    • The constant, purple-colored ghosts are now less abundant
    • Added various clipping improvements around the map
    • Added smoke to the chimneys
    • Added a line of sight check to the ghost dispensers so you can no longer provide benefits through walls
    • Removed the Observer
Team Fortress 2 - Valve
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:

  • Bug fixes to Steam Datagram Relay (SDR) support. This is currently in limited testing. We will have more info about this when it rolls out more broadly.
Team Fortress 2 - Valve
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 the description for the World Traveler's Hat not supporting all of the community maps at the same time
  • Updated The Missing Piece and The Mislaid Sweater to fix issues with the materials/models
  • Updated Mann vs. Machine

    • Added checks to prevent loading an invalid .pop file
    • Fixed several .pop file references from "Witch Hat" to "Point and Shoot"
  • Updated cp_ambush_event
    • Fixed an out of the map exploit
    • RED team now respawns on stage 2 after the 1st point has been captured
    • Improved clipping
    • Nature & Wildlife preservation measures
  • Updated koth_synthetic_event
    • Fixed a location where teleporters could trap players outside of the map
    • Minor lighting changes
    • Detail changes to make things more cohesive
    • Updated color on BLU barrels
    • Fixed some console errors
  • Updated pd_farmageddon
    • Minor lighting changes to brighten up a few spots
    • Updated .nav mesh to fix scarecrows not chasing players
    • Minor detail changes
    • Updated announcer lines so they are easier to hear
    • Removed general damage in the capture area while the point is unlocked
Team Fortress 2 - Valve
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 missing material and sound issues for the Taunt: Bare Knuckle Beatdown
  • Fixed clipping issue for the Taunt: The Profane Puppeteer
  • Fixed some sounds for the Taunt: The Mannbulance!
  • Updated The Scariest Mask EVER with Hat/NoHat styles to prevent some clipping issues
  • Updated the Wandering Wraith, Corpse Carrier, Beanie The All-Gnawing, and Computron 5000 to fix issues with the materials/models
  • Updated the pickup/drop sounds for paintkits
  • Updated/Added some tournament medals
  • Updated the localization files
  • Updated cp_ambush_event
    • Fixed few exploits where players could get out of the map
    • Fixed control point 2 base plate in stage 1 not turning blue upon capture
    • Changed damage type from shock to bullet in underworld
    • Improved clipping
  • Updated pl_terror_event
    • Fixed few exploits where players could get out of the map
    • Increased spawn time interval of normal spellbooks
    • Fixed visual issue during warmup period regarding track models floating in air
    • Adjusted payload track select logic to fix rare issue with cart going off track
    • Improved clipping
  • Updated koth_los_muertos
    • Fixed a respawn visualizer not showing up on the RED side
    • Fixed falling off the edge when entering the Land of the Dead with higher than normal movement velocity. Now when entering the portal, player speed will be set to 0.
    • Fixed being able to spam grenades and rockets through rooftops
  • Updated arena_lumberyard_event
    • Fixed missing beacon particle to signify rare spell spawn locations
    • Fixed an issue with custom HUDs interfering with the map's own HUD
    • Fixed middle doors shutting themselves when blocked by a player
    • Fixed various props z-fighting inside of walls
    • Fixed instances of the announcer lines playing over the Merasmus' announcer lines
    • Fixed an issue that caused players to remain in third-person at the beginning of a new round
    • Fixed spells dropped by the skeleton king persisting between rounds
    • Fixed pumpkin bombs generated from spells persisting between rounds
    • Fixed server lag caused by dynamic props
    • Reworked various VO to use new soundscript entries
    • Merasmus will now react to player deaths with varying degrees of sarcasm
    • Pumpkin bombs will now all refresh simultaneously at the start of every round
    • Added a "No entry" sign to the middle doors
    • Smoothed surfaces around the map to ease flying around as a ghost
    • Increased sound of the ghost dispenser to improve healing feedback
    • Extended the warmup periods by 5 seconds (now 15 seconds)
    • Nature & Wildlife preservation measures
    • Removed the Observer
Team Fortress 2 - Valve
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:

  • Updated The Corpse Carrier
    • Added the Holiday Restriction: Halloween / Full Moon
    • Players who currently have this item will receive another random item from the Crimson Cache Collection
    • The item has been moved from the Crimson Cache Collection to the list of possible bonus items received when opening a Crimson Cache Case
Team Fortress 2 - Valve
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 The Bone Cone hiding the player's head
  • Fixed missing clap sound for the Taunt: The Homerunner's Hobby
  • Fixed missing siren sound for the Taunt: The Mannbulance!
  • Fixed LOD and loop bug for the Taunt: Bare Knuckle Beatdown
  • Updated Towering Patch of Pumpkins, Poopy Doe, The Miami Rooster, and the Spooky Head-Bouncers to fix issues with the materials
  • Updated the Goalkeeper and Eyequarium items with Hat/NoHat styles to prevent some clipping issues
  • Updated the Shrieking Shades Unusual effect to prevent a naming conflict with another effect
  • Updated the Spectral Shackles Unusual effect to fix some material and rendering issues
  • Updated the Thundering Spirit Unusual effect to fix a missing glow effect
  • Updated the 2nd objective for the Graveyard contract to be "Survive 500 damage in a single life on Graveyard"
  • Updated the localization files
  • Updated the Swashbuckled war paint
    • Fixed an issue with the Holy Mackerel
    • Removed Yeti gradient
    • Replaced Yeti gun oil sticker with skull and crossbones
  • Updated the Necromanced war paint

    • Fixed an issue with the Holy Mackerel
    • Fixed BLU team colors
  • Updated pd_farmageddon
    • Optimizations
    • Fixed asymmetrical doorways
    • Fixed players being pushed into the ground instead of killed when Gourdon's mouth closes
  • Updated koth_synthetic_event
    • Replaced broken prop in room behind BLU spawn
    • Fixed console warnings
    • Fixed a place where players could get out of the map
  • Updated koth_los_muertos
    • Fixed console warnings
  • Updated pl_terror_event
    • Fixed RED players sometimes spawning into 2nd RED spawn instead of 1st one
    • Fixed a cosmetic issue with RED spawn door in the 2nd spawn area
    • Fixed players being able to see out of map
    • Added a 2 spots for collectable gargoyle to spawn in
    • Added missing nav for bots in the underworld
  • Updated cp_ambush_event
    • Fixed players being able to get out from playable area in underworld
    • Fixed players teleporting and getting stuck on each other when going through portal in underworld on stage 3
    • Fixed some stage 3 BLU spawn respawn visualizers looking odd
    • Slightly moved some underworld enter portals off from walls
    • Slightly decreased time added when capping last points of 1st and 2nd stage
    • Fixed some places where players could get out of the map
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