• Fixed a case where some clients/servers would crash during map load

• Fixed the skybox on 3rd party maps when using certain sky materials
• In Hammer, while using the Vertex Tool, pressing CTRL+B will snap selected vertices to the grid
• Allow about:blank in the MOTD
• Marked mat_texture_list as a cheat to prevent client exploits
• Removed the sv_voicecodec convar because it isn t necessary anymore and was being used as an exploit
• Updated the con_logfile convar to checking for invalid filenames
• Updated the network resource download path to check for invalid filenames
• Updated the plugin_load command
  • Servers can only load plugins if they are not running a map
  • Clients can only load plugins if they are not connected to a server

• Fixed a bug that would cause the Sentry s health to look overhealed when it wasn t
• Fixed an exploit with the Red-Tape Recorder and Sentry where the Sentry could build up a large amount of health
• Fixed a bug where the Spy could not place a sapper without switching weapons first
• Fixed the Engineer being able to purchase the Disposable Sentry Gun upgrade in Mann vs. Machine, build a disposable Sentry, and then refund the upgrade without the Sentry being destroyed
• Improved client-side critical attack prediction for rapid-fire weapons (i.e. Flamethrower, Minigun)
• Updated the equip_region for the Pyromancer's Mask
• Fixed the equip_region for tournament medals conflicting with other items
• Added the LBTF2 Season 9 tournament medals
• Updated the localization files

A lot of lore can stack up over seven years. If you've got a friend you think would love the ongoing TF2 digital comic series, but you think they'd find all the shirtless Australian men, magical gold bars and centuries-old vendettas confusing, we've put together a Catch-Up Comic that blasts through the backstory like an expository rocket-sled. Now your friend can dive into the ongoing comic, and finally figure out what all those jpgs of a nude Soldier covered in honey were about.

• Fixed another issue where compressed community maps would not be decompressed by clients if the file size was too large

• Fixed an issue where compressed community maps would not be decompressed by clients if the file size was too large

• Mann Up servers are now available in Australia

• 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

Register now to take part in the Second Annual Reddit vs Tumblr TF2 Match, a month of friendly competition between Tumblr and Reddit. In these show-matches all levels of experience are welcome to apply. In the words of the event's creators: "One of the cornerstones of the event is to create a venue for players with varying levels of skill to have a chance to play and have fun."

This season will have five teams representing each community from around the world: June 14th - US West; June 15th - US East; June 21st - EU; June 22nd - Aus/Oceania; and a "Mystery Game" June 28th. Check out the FAQ for more information.

• Fixed a problem that was preventing clients from uploading items to the Steam Workshop

Team Fortress Comics #3 is live! You can catch up with Issue #1 and Issue #2 here, or just keep reading for the ultra-fast TL;DR version:

Gray Mann has taken control of Mann Co., the mercs have disbanded, and the Administrator has disappeared! Six months later, the Administrator has tasked her assistant Miss Pauling with getting the team back together for one last mysterious job. With Demo, Spy, Scout, Soldier and Pyro already on board, Pauling must find the rest of the team before Gray finds her. Meanwhile, Saxton Hale has reunited with Maggie, an old flame, only to discover she is now working for Charles Darling, his greatest nemesis. All caught up? Good. Here's Issue #3.

Let's see, what else? Oh, we're also working on a Moonbase! It's got a whole bunch of interesting new gameplay and we're pretty excited about it. We think you will be too. Here's some concept art:

Last thing: taunts! We're working on a way for you guys to upload your own taunts to the Workshop, which should be a lot of fun. We're also animating some new ones ourselves that we think you're going to love. We'll leave you with a tiny preview: