listen up folks we need to talk about Team Fortress 2 the game we love is falling apart and valve seems more interested in selling us virtual hats than fixing the actual game enter the hash fix TF2 movement it's not just a hashtag it's a desperate plea from a community that's been ignored for far too long complaining isn't enough anymore it's time to hit them where it hurts their wallet we're talking about a boycott of the TF2 Market it's time to put our money where our mouth is or in this case to not put our money where valve's mouth [Music] is let's talk about neglect it's a word that resonates deeply within the Team Fortress 2 Community valve's treatment of TF2 has been about as caring as a spy backstabbing his own teammate the once thriving game has been left in the shadows much to the dismay of its loyal fan base remember when we used to get major updates new weapons Maps game modes those were the days the excitement was palpable and the community was buzzing with anticipation for what valve would bring next now we're lucky if we get a patch that doesn't break more than it fixes the frustration is real and it's growing with each passing day the last major update jungle Inferno was released in 2017 it feels like a lifetime ago and since then the game has been on a steady decline in the time since then we could have trained a monkey to code and it probably would have given us more updates than valve has the lack of attention is glaringly obvious the game has been left to rock with bugs multiplying faster than a scout with Bonk atomic Punch The Once polished experience is now riddled with issues that make it almost unplayable at times valve's communication with the TF2 Community has been about as clear as a spies cloaking device the silence is deafening and the community is left to speculate and hope for a miracle we're left in the dark wondering if they even remember TF2 exists the lack of updates and communication has left a void that the is struggling to fill it's time to remind them and a market boycott might just be the wakeup call they need the community needs to come together and make their voices heard only then can we hope for a Revival of the game we love now let's get down to Brass tax companies like valve don't run on Good Intentions or fan love they run on Cold Hard Cash and that's where we come in valve has been happily raking in the dough from tf2's market for years years every key sold every hat traded every strange weapon renamed it all adds up but here's the thing money talks and when that money suddenly stops flowing companies listen a boycott of the TF2 Market would hit valve where it hurts and it might just be the kick in the pants they need to start paying attention to the game again lost revenue is something no company can ignore let's take a moment to appreciate the current state of TF2 the game is more broken than than a bottle of mad milk after a Scout's been done with it casual matchmaking is a joke with wait times longer than a team full of snipers trying to push the payload competitive mode abandoned faster than a teleporter when a spy saps it and let's not forget about the Myriad of bugs and glitches invisible players stuck animations disappearing textures it's like playing in a glitch music the game is held together with the digital equivalent of duct tape and prayers it's time for valve to fix these issues a market boy C might just be the push they need section five the bot Invasion a game under siege the bot problem in TF2 has gotten so bad it's like the robots from Man versus machine decided to Stage a full-scale Invasion these Bots aren't just annoying they're gamebreaking they snap onto targets faster than a hungry heavy spotting a sandwich they flood servers kicking real players and turning casual matches into a dystopian robot playground valve's response to this crisis has been about as effective as trying to stop a senty with a fish the Bots keep coming evolving finding new ways to ruin everyone's fun this isn't just a minor inconvenience it's killing the game if valve doesn't act soon TF2 might as well rename itself to bot Fortress 2 Section six cosmetics and crates the last Bastion of updates let's talk about the unusually large glowing particle effect spewing elephant in the room Cosmetics Val Val thinks we'd rather look good while dying to bots than actually play a functional game I love a good hat as much as the next mercenary but when Cosmetics become the only consistent update to a game we've got a problem valve seems to think that as long as they keep pumping out new crates and keys we'll be satisfied we don't need more hats we need anti-che that works we need balanced weapons and servers that aren't more crowded with Bots than a robot convention it's time we stopped playing this rigged game and demanded real changes [Music] section seven successful gaming boycotts lessons from history can a boycott really work let me tell you a little story about Star Wars Battlefront 2 when EA announced their predatory microtransaction system The Gaming Community didn't just get mad they got organized they boycotted they made their voices heard and you know what it worked EA backpedal faster than a spy who just bumped into a pyro remember when valve tried to introduce paid mods for Skyrim the community's response was so severe that valve reversed their decision in Just 4 days these boycott work folks they send a message that can't be ignored Section 8 the power of unity mobilizing the TF2 Community the TF2 Community is more than just players it's content creators modders competitive teams Traders and the folks who spend hours making those sfm videos we all love we need to harness that passion that creativity that that stubborn refusal to let TF2 die and channel it into this boycott we need to be more coordinated than a team of Medics during an Uber push imagine if every TF2 YouTuber made a video about the boycott if every TF2 streamer refused to open crates or buy from the market if every TF2 subreddit and Forum spread the word we could create a movement so loud even valve's Infamous lack of communication couldn't ignore it it's time to come together like never before think about the stories we could share the experiences we could highlight the art the memes the sheer volume of content that could flood the internet we could organize in-game events rallies and even virtual protests open letters to valve petitions and coordinated social media campaigns strategies discussed in forums plans laid out in Discord servers detailed guides on how to participate shared across every platform showing solidarity standing together as one unified Force celebrating small victories milestones and the progress we make together expressing our love for the game our desire to see it Thrive reflecting on the impact of our Collective efforts knowing that we made a difference United in our mission for change we can achieve the impossible looking forward to a brighter future for TF2 a future we built together standing strong determined and ready to fight for the game we love cheering celebrating our unity and the power of our community holding banners signs and the unwavering belief that together we can fix TF2 section nine beyond the game the cultural impact of tf2 Team Fortress 2 isn't just a game it's a cultural phenomenon it spawned memes inspired art and even got its own economy TF2 has been a breeding ground for creativity the meet the team videos are legendary the comics are Beloved the fan-made content is endless TF2 was pioneering Concepts like the free-to-play model and the focus on Cosmetics while other games were still figuring out how to make multiplay player work it deserves better than to be left to [Music] rock section 10 the boycott plan how to make your voice heard all right folks it's time for Action here's the plan and it's simpler than rocket jumping as a soldier step one stop buying no more keys No More crates no more items from the man Company Store step two spread the word tell your friends your clan mates that random medic who's been pocketing you post on forums on Reddit on Twitter use the hash fix t TF2 Ash step three keep playing the game we're not abandoning TF2 we're fighting for it play on community servers if you're tired of the Bots organize events tournaments anything to keep the community active and United step four be patient change doesn't happen overnight section 11 a final rally cry the stakes of boycotting Team Fortress 2 this is a call to arms for every fan every player and every lover of this iconic game we stand at a Crossroads a pivotal moment in the history of Team Fortress 2 On One path lies the slow painful death of Team Fortress 2 a game that once brought us endless joy and countless memories on the other a revitalized game supported and loved by a passionate Community ready to face the future with renewed Vigor the choice is ours to make we can continue as we have been grumbling But ultimately accepting the status quo watching as the game we love Fades Into Obscurity or we can take a stand United in our determination to Breathe new life into Team Fortress 2 we can say no more we can demand better from the developers from the community and from ourselves remember why you fell in love with TF2 in the first place recall the excitement of your first match the thrill of mastering a new class the wacky humor the unique classes the satisfying gameplay these elements made TF2 a standout in the world of online gaming but we must also consider the risks valve could decide to shut off the servers for TF2 forever this would not only impact the TF2 Community but also set a dangerous precedent for other games imagine the ripple effect on other beloved games if companies see this as a viable option the stakes are high and the consequences could be far-reaching it's about preserving a piece of gaming history ensuring that future Generations can experience the magic that is Team Fortress 2 together we can make a difference some people believe that boycotting the TF2 Market won't work because the game's developers are too big to be influenced by a small group of players however history has shown that Collective action can lead to significant changes when enough People Unite for a common cause even the largest companies take notice pause 2 s another reason people doubt the effectiveness of a boycott is the belief that players will not stick to it but with strong community support and clear communication we can maintain momentum and show the Developers that we are serious about our demands pause two s imagine the impact if thousands of players United in their love for Team Fortress 2 decided to boycott the market the message would be loud and clear we care about this game and we won't stand by as it deteriorates pause 2s this isn't just a call for a boycott it's a call for Unity for action and for change we have the power to make a difference together we can save Team Fortress 2 [Music] [Music] oh [Music]