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Team Fortress 2

Freemium#6 of 98 in PC Games

Team Fortress 2: A free class-based action game with ranked, casual, cooperative, and bot-practice modes. Ranked #6 of 98 in PC Games by our editors (8.9/10); pricing: Free plan; best for players who want varied class-based multiplayer action.

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At a glance

  • Editor score
    8.9 / 10
  • Pricing
    Free plan
  • Best for
    Players who want varied class-based multiplayer action
  • Free plan
    Yes
  • Supported OS
    Multiple
  • Facts checked
    5 Oct 2026

  • Where it wins

    • Nine classes offer distinct tactical abilities.
    • Ranked 6v6, casual 12v12, objective modes, and co-op broaden play.
    • Training, offline bot practice, Workshop support, and an official SDK add variety.

  • Where it doesn't

    • Listed for Windows and Linux, not macOS.
    • Controller support is partial.
    • Purchases unlock additional inventory and trading features.

Our verdict on Team Fortress 2

Team Fortress 2 is a free-to-play team action game from Valve, built around choosing among nine classes with different tactical abilities. It suits players looking for objective-based multiplayer with options beyond player-versus-player matches: training campaigns, offline practice against CPU bots, and cooperative Mann vs. Machine play are also available. The game is listed for Windows and Linux, with single-player and online multiplayer support.

Its mode selection is a central strength. Ranked competitive matches use 6v6 matchmaking, while casual unranked matches use 12v12. Players can choose among Capture the Flag, Control Point, Payload, Arena, and King of the Hill, or team up against waves of robots in Mann vs. Machine. Training and offline bot practice give players ways to learn or play without an online match. The nine classes and their distinct abilities shape team roles, while the variety of modes changes the objective and pace of play.

The free game includes the full range of maps, classes, and modes. Players can also collect, craft, buy, and trade weapons and cosmetic items; purchases unlock additional inventory and trading features. Steam Workshop support and an official SDK provide paths for creating mods. The trade-off is that controller support is partial, and the listed operating systems are Windows and Linux. Choose Team Fortress 2 for free class-based action with both competitive and cooperative options; look elsewhere if macOS support or full controller support is essential.

Team Fortress 2 pricing

Plans Free planFreemium A usable free plan; paid tiers unlock the limits above. Prices re-checked Oct 2026.
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Team Fortress 2 fact sheet

Free planYes
Paid fromNot verified
GenreAction
Single-playerYes
Online multiplayerYes
Controller supportYes
Mod supportYes
Supported OSMultiple
DeploymentDesktop
PlatformsWindows, Linux
SupportDocs
PricingFree plan
Websiteteamfortress.com
Facts checked5 Oct 2026

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