Team Fortress 2 Classified may look like a simple game to the untrained eye. Basically it is: there are nine classes with fairly distinct rules and gear, and the game modes aren't anything you can't find in other titles in the genre.
But when you start diving deep into this game, you will notice that there are many systems and nuances that take place in matches, and even the simplest class may not be so easy to learn. In this guide, you'll find a series of friendly tips that explain some mechanics that every Team Fortress 2 Classified player should know.
Pyro is a good class for beginners
I started playing the game not sure what class would be for me. In fact, hours later I'm still deciding which one I want to master and dive deep into. But I can say without a doubt Pyro is one of the friendliest you can choose.
It may not have as much health as other support classes, but you have more than most, and Flamethrower is an exquisite weapon that deals massive damage when you get close to enemies. As long as you're not alone, it's likely you'll have some good matches with this class, allowing you to start learning the pace of the game and more.
Team Fortress 2 Classified: Complete Guide to Classes
A wild variety of revamped characters (and a new one!) await you.
Heavy is your second friendship class
If you think Pyro was pretty cool, but he didn't last long, may I introduce you to Heavy? Perhaps the class most associated with TF2 in general, Heavy is the tank of the game. He has the best health of any character on the roster, and he carries a Minigun with many, many bullets.
Compared to Pyro, you'll lose out on damage and accuracy, but it's a worthwhile trade-off for the extra health.
Don't avoid offline exercises
If you've played Hero Shooters before, you might want to skip this – although it's still recommended for learning the maps. But if you're new to the genre, you should definitely spend some time in offline exercises. This mode allows you to choose any of the available in-game modes and play against simple bots, allowing you to learn the ropes of the game in a more relaxed manner.
When you're ready, be what your team needs
There are three types of characters in TF2 Classified: Attack, defense and support. (There is also the special label for civilians, but he is exclusive to VIP modes.) It would be perfect if you could learn one from each group to help with your team composition in each match.
When you open the class menu, you will see the current classes of your team under the blackboard. Since anyone can switch classes whenever they want, you can always switch to a role that you feel is missing from the team. As a rule of thumb, it is always useful to have at least one medic, one engineer, two offensive characters and the rest can vary.
You can also see what class a player is by pressing Tab and viewing the leaderboards. There is an icon that represents the class.
Test your allies when looking for spies
Spy is one of the coolest classes in the game… unless there are one or more spies on the other team. Everything that makes him cool when you use the class will become annoying and frustrating when a rival spy kills you. Especially if you get tricked by their disguise mechanic.
Basically, Spies can masquerade as any class on another team. They will stay that way until they either take or deal damage. This can be dangerous if you're not paying attention, and by the time you do, it may be too late and you'll be backstabbed.
So, any advice for this? Always keep an eye on where your allies are and how many characters of each class are there. Sure, this is awkward because TF2 Classified is a frenetic game that can change all the time. Second advice: always shoot, ask questions later. Since it's not friendly fire by default, it won't hurt to check if your ally is really your ally.
Do not touch your equipment at this time
If you go to Loading menuyou can control each class and its equipment. In addition, you can go over each weapon, select it and see that each character has a second or third option for either their primary weapon, secondary weapon, or melee weapon.
For example, Scout can have his Scattergun, which doubles as a shotgun, or the Nailgun, which is another completely different beast.
We strongly believe in you should not touch the standard guns at all. At least for a few games. Each class's original idea is shaped around that gear, and the other weapons are expansions. Leave them when you want to experiment with other options.
Please take a minute to check the specific game settings
This can be a little overwhelming at first, so leave this tip when you already have a few hours and have found a class that you like. If you go to the Options menu, you'll find all the settings you'd expect… plus a really detailed tab with settings for many classes.
For example, Spy has a special walk that doesn't sound. Perfect for a stealth character like him who needs to approach enemies without them realizing it. If you jump into Spy's settings, you'll notice that there's an option to make this the default walking speed, and then you can press a key to make him gasp.
Take a few minutes to go through each option and see if there is anything that you think will improve how you use a character.
Be respectful of explosive weapons
If you are not playing on a server with custom rules, you will not damage your allies when firing rockets, grenades, or any other projectile that explodes on impact. This is a life saver as you will be free to protect your teammates by firing all you can at rivals near them. But don't feel too free.
The thing is, you could hurt – or worse, kill – yourself with your own explosive weapons. If you use the Anti-Air Cannon with Heavy, make sure to be in open spaces or at least aim at enemies far away, as each close shot will start draining your health.
On the other hand, explosives also have a skill when you want to get really good at crossing and moving: you can shoot the floor to gain propulsion. This will hurt you, and depending on the class it can be fatal, but it's a really powerful skill to develop to have and use in combat.
Team Fortress 2 Classified: Achievements Guide
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