drpain wrote:
I agree this point, but you could already change your name and there are tons of servers out there, so i'm not sure it's going to be as big of a deal. It's an "old" game, so if you aren't already playing, it, i doubt you're going to pick it up.
I also agree with all the upgrades ruining the game, there are just too many weapons, boxes, and other junk. But at least they kept pumping out the updates, maps, and improvements even when it wasn't free...

So just play on a server that only allows the original items. It's not like you don't have a choice. I think the amount of updates and support they've given this game is unprecedented.

I like the amount of weapons, and I'll admit it, the collector in me even likes some of the cosmetic things. I just liked it more when you couldn't buy anything, or when some items could only be purchased. Having 'tier 2' weapons was a sign of expertise in a way.

I think it's kind of annoying when they give pre-order bonuses, then they become crafts and drops a week later. Items are more of just preference than a sign of achievement and ability. I think going F2P is an odd choice. I guess that's the new hip thing. I'd rather they just continue to charge for the game, and keep people from tricking accounts and other issues mentioned. It was only 8 bucks I think.
I expect a drop in updates, since it's kind of a statement of completion now. All the update goals seem complete, and I expect them to move on to new projects. Like CS2. For the community, I think it will lead to more chaos, but I've always felt the game was never too unbalanced such that someone just owned my team. I could see the game turning more MMO with higher player numbers, but overall I think we'll have more people for a short people. And no excuse not to play at lans.

Edit: By the way, just noticed the game has TF2 Premium Content as DLC in its Properties. It says these came from Retail. Maybe that's a feature they added, that free accounts have some missing elements? Or maybe buyers will get extras in the future.