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

In an exciting development for gamers and modders alike, Valve has just rolled out a monumental update to the Source SDK, incorporating the entire Team Fortress 2 client and server game code. This groundbreaking update empowers players to craft entirely new games from the ground up using the source code. Unlike modifications through the Steam Workshop or local content mods, this update grants modders unparalleled freedom to alter, expand, and even completely reimagine Team Fortress 2.

It's important to note, however, that any creations developed using this update must be shared on a non-commercial basis, meaning they cannot be sold. Despite this, Valve is allowing these mods and spin-off content to be published on the Steam Store, where they will appear as new games in the Steam game list.

Valve has emphasized the importance of the TF2 community's contributions, acknowledging that the majority of items in the game are a result of the hard work of its dedicated players. In a blog post, Valve urged TF2 mod makers to honor this community effort and avoid creating mods designed to profit from the contributions made by Workshop contributors. They also expressed a hope that many mods would continue to allow players to use their existing TF2 inventories, provided it fits with the mod's concept.

In addition to the Source SDK update, Valve is also rolling out a significant update to all its multiplayer back-catalog Source engine titles. This includes enhancements such as 64-bit binary support, scalable HUD/UI, prediction fixes, and a host of other improvements for games like Team Fortress 2, Day of Defeat: Source, Half-Life 2: Deathmatch, Counter-Strike: Source, and Half-Life Deathmatch: Source.

This news comes on the heels of the release of the seventh and final installment of the Team Fortress 2 comic series in December, after a seven-year wait. These comics have not only provided fans with deeper insights into the characters and narratives they love but also reflect Valve's ongoing commitment to one of its most enduring franchises.