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Team Fortress Classic
One of the most popular online action games of all time, Team Fortress Classic features over nine character classes -- from Medic to Spy to Demolition Man -- enlisted in a unique style of online team warfare. Each character class possesses unique weapons, items, and abilities, as teams compete onlin
What players say
Steam review score and the most-helpful voices, which may include critical ones. Score via Steam as of 2026-08-24 · quoted reviews as of 2026-05-12.
What reviewers agree on
55 of the 103 reviews raise this.
“This was the first time I ever tried classic. Grew up enjoying TF2 so much. Honestly not a bad game but how can I recommend this over TF2? Not only that its better in everyway but also free too? I respect if you really…”
“Fast paced team shooter where each character brings a distinct flair, and battles are filled with humor and friendly rivalry. Dive into chaotic fun with a grin!”
“this game is amazing and I'm tired to pretend it's not Also it runs at like 12 fps because I powerlocked my cpu at 30%”
6 of the 103 reviews raise this.
“small but dedicated community. still very enjoyable today. better than overwatch”
“I think the game is good. It has a unique style with its mercs and maps. Its a really good game if you can get over the gold source feeling of the whole game. Saying this game sucks is kinda wrong since it barely has…”
“Very fun,i recommend the BvH server,the blu team is very helpful and theyre gonna teach you the basics if youre new”
4 of the 103 reviews raise this.
“Been playing for over 25 years”
“Awesome game, old school first person shooter. this was one of the first team based shooters out. ive spent many hours playing this even before there was a Steam app. played this when you had to have a WON id.”
“I think the game is good. It has a unique style with its mercs and maps. Its a really good game if you can get over the gold source feeling of the whole game. Saying this game sucks is kinda wrong since it barely has…”
3 of the 103 reviews raise this.
“TF2 except with better and more skilled movement, faster paced, grenades, cooler maps, cooler gamemodes, 10 classes, no ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ new weapons, no ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ hats, better artstyle, no pyro mains (which means no ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ and…”
“It's alright. I usually just do little map explorations in these older games. There's a lot of interesting stuff to find and see, but I didn't really like how most of these old maps work. I do like the massive…”
“I think the game is good. It has a unique style with its mercs and maps. Its a really good game if you can get over the gold source feeling of the whole game. Saying this game sucks is kinda wrong since it barely has…”
3 of the 103 reviews raise this.
“TF2 except with better and more skilled movement, faster paced, grenades, cooler maps, cooler gamemodes, 10 classes, no ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ new weapons, no ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ hats, better artstyle, no pyro mains (which means no ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ and…”
“I think the game is good. It has a unique style with its mercs and maps. Its a really good game if you can get over the gold source feeling of the whole game. Saying this game sucks is kinda wrong since it barely has…”
“Works perfectly, no bugs”
16 of the 103 reviews raise this · 12 of them still recommend the game.
“Unfortunately the servers are completely dead. 0 actual humans after 22 minutes straight of looking for people. not great for a multiplayer only game”
“Dead servers but cool game. im gona play more.”
“I understand that when you get drawn in by a sequel you become curious about previous entries but don't bother with this one. If you can even find a server you will only find enjoyment if you're a fossil, masochist, or…”
10 of the 103 reviews raise this · 5 of them still recommend the game.
“It's alright. I usually just do little map explorations in these older games. There's a lot of interesting stuff to find and see, but I didn't really like how most of these old maps work. I do like the massive…”
“if you've played tf2, this is like an entirely different game and the grenade spam will make you question your sanity do not recommend unless you like quake movement, nonsensical spam and hate yourself all at the same…”
“Feels like a lobotomy after mainly playing TF2”
3 of the 103 reviews raise this · 2 of them still recommend the game.
“Game is fun. If you want to play by yourself with bots then you will need to download a mod so you can add bots in the game. I believe the one I remember from couple years ago was called FoxBot. If you decide to play…”
“I understand that when you get drawn in by a sequel you become curious about previous entries but don't bother with this one. If you can even find a server you will only find enjoyment if you're a fossil, masochist, or…”
“y o u r t e a m h a s t h e e n e m y f * g i hate the grenades so much (skill issue)”
Counted across 103 English reviews, sampled to match this game's 87.2% positive rating · as of 2026-05-12
“if youre coming here from team fortress 2 get ready for a culture shock there are no hats no "conga" taunts and definitely no mercy”
— a player, Steam review · 1 hrs played“It's still plain stupid fun even if TF2 surpasses it in every way.”
— a player, Steam review · 1 hrs played“Team Fortress Classic is pure old-school multiplayer chaos. It’s fast, simple, and all about teamwork. Each class has a clear role, and matches can get crazy really fast, especially on classic maps like 2Fort. The movement feels quick, rocket jumps are fun, and the gameplay…”
— a player, Steam review · 292 hrs playedPlayer activity
Monthly average concurrent players. Live data self-collected from the Steam API · history through 2026-06 via SteamCharts.
Price tracking
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Latest official news
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October 2, 2024 Update
Rebuilt for client and server for improved compatibility with the Half-Life 25th Anniversary Update Fixed issue where the camera would shift after closing an in-game menu Fixed font issues at high dis
Team Fortress Classic update released
An update for TFC is now available: Fixes and Updates Fixed viewdemo command crashing for certain demo files Security fix to client disconnect handling Security fixes to console command handling Secur
Team Fortress Classic update released
An update for TFC is now available: Fixes and Updates Fixed server crash when a medic heals a spy that was infected by an enemy medic while feigning death Fixed holstered weapon incorrectly showing wh
Team Fortress Classic updates released
This list covers the releases between March 20 and April 15 that are each part of a series of security updates. Larger changes: Added privilege checking to command execution. Commands originating outs
Team Fortress Classic update released
A small update for TFC is now available: Engine Fixed bug in skybox image loading Fixed bug in demo command processing Prevent certain path characters from being used in commands Enforce certain exten
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Screenshots
Official Steam store screenshots — click any shot to enlarge.
Facts & details
From the Steam store record, snapshot 2026-05-12.
| Genres | Action |
| Player tags | Action · FPS · Multiplayer · Classic · Hero Shooter · Shooter · Team-Based · Class-Based · First-Person · 1990's · Old School · Co-op (SteamSpy community voting) |
| Features | Multi-player · PvP · Online PvP · Shared/Split Screen PvP · Custom Volume Controls · Keyboard Only Option · Stereo Sound · Valve Anti-Cheat enabled |
| Languages | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish - Spain, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese |
Minimum system requirements (PC)
Minimum: 500 mhz processor, 96mb ram, 16mb video card, Windows XP, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet Connection Recommended: 800 mhz processor, 128mb ram, 32mb+ video card, Windows XP, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet Connection