Team Fortress 2 Modders Rejoice as Valve Releases Full Client and Server Game Code

Surprise! Valve has unleashed a massive update to the Source SDK, generously including the complete Team Fortress 2 client and server game code. This unprecedented move allows players to craft entirely new games from the ground up, going far beyond the limitations of Steam Workshop or simple local mods. Modders now possess the power to modify, expand, and even completely rewrite Team Fortress 2 in virtually any conceivable way.

While commercialization is off the table – meaning any derivative works must be freely distributed on a non-commercial basis – creations can still be published on the Steam Store, appearing as distinct entries in the Steam game library.

In a blog post, Valve explained this decision, stating, "Players have significantly invested in their TF2 inventories, and Steam Workshop contributors have created a vast amount of content. The majority of in-game items are a testament to the TF2 community's hard work. To honor this, we're asking TF2 mod makers to respect this contribution and refrain from creating mods intended to profit from Workshop contributors' efforts. We hope many mods will continue to allow players access to their TF2 inventories where appropriate."

This update isn't limited to Team Fortress 2. Valve is also rolling out a major update to its entire back-catalog of multiplayer Source engine titles, incorporating 64-bit binary support, scalable HUD/UI, prediction fixes, and numerous other enhancements. This benefits not only TF2, but also DoD:S, HL2:DM, CS:S, and HLDM:S.

Following seven years of anticipation, December saw the release of the seventh and final chapter of the Team Fortress 2 comic. These comics have served as a rich source of lore and character development for fans, highlighting Valve's enduring commitment to one of its most iconic franchises.