TF2008 is a preservation project built around the earliest publicly available Team Fortress 2 build, running on Source SDK 2013. It's been around since 2018.
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Contains binaries for both Windows and Linux. Run launch.bat or launch.sh, set a username, and connect. That's it.
SERVER WILL BE HOSTED AT cy-x.net:27015 Open console with ~ and type: connect cy-x.net:27015 The server won't appear on the master server list. Custom maps, saysounds, and QoL plugins. Vanilla gameplay.
The client uses Goldberg so there's no dependency on Valve or Steam. The archive is permanent and portable.
Linux note: Flamethrower particles are currently broken on the native Linux client. Wine/Proton is recommended until fixed.
Steam users: Drop tf_2008_revived into your sourcemods folder, switch SDK 2013 MP to the 'previous2021' branch, and restart Steam.
1. Extract the archive anywhere you like. 2. Run launch.bat (Windows) or launch.sh (Linux). 3. Set your username on first launch and you're done.
Note: The Linux client has a known issue where flamethrower particles do not render. Running the Windows client through Wine or Proton is recommended until this is resolved.
1. Move the 'tf_2008_revived' folder into your sourcemods directory: C:/Program Files (x86)/Steam/steamapps/sourcemods/ The folder must be inside the steamapps folder of your active Steam installation. 2. In Steam, switch Source SDK 2013 Multiplayer to the 'previous2021' branch: Right-click > Properties > Betas 3. Fully restart Steam. 'Team Fortress 2008 Revived' should appear in your library. 4. MacOS/Linux: add "-appid 243750 -steam" to the game's launch options.
Note: The permaserver will NOT appear on the masterlist regardless of which method you use. Connect manually via console as shown above.
This is a very early TF2 build. Compatibility with modern custom content is limited.
UNLIKELY TO WORK: - Custom HUDs - Maps made after ~2010 (missing assets, incompatible game modes) - Custom weapon/viewmodel replacements - FPS configs. DO NOT USE FPS CONFIGS. Your game will very likely crash. Chris' old configs may work but are not guaranteed.
LIKELY TO WORK: - Custom player models and skins (Texture Improvement Project works fine) - Custom player sounds - Most texture mods - Content made between 2007-2010
If something's broken, come find us. please be patient and clear about your issue, there aren't many of us. A Linux server setup guide is in the works.
Anonymous · 2026-04-07 10:52 [#3277][report] >>12340 What is the minimum hardware requirement to indulge in this game?
segphault · 2026-04-07 16:43 [#3279][report] I've never played tf2, but maybe I'll check this out later.
Titanium · 2026-04-07 22:54 [#3282][report] I just came here to say that I noticed a bug while playing. When you dominated me the domination text was white. when it is normally supposed to be black.
QA ## MOD · 2026-04-07 22:57 [#3283][report] >>12356 Really?
QA ## MOD · 2026-04-07 22:58 [#3284][report] Also Custom Folders **DO WORK**, just no custom huds unless from 2008? Sounds and textures work.
rein · 2026-04-10 02:13 [#3304][report] >>12340 Game night tomorrow @ 4 PM until everyone goes to sleep
Anonymous · 2026-04-10 09:26 [#3306][report] >>12387 It was supposed to be set to 5PM Eastern Standard and will pretty much go on until 9-10PM https://gamedate.org/s/3d3q6t6k3
Anonymous · 2026-04-13 09:08 [#3320][report] When's next game night?
reon · 2026-04-13 13:10 [#3322][report] >>12451 Anytime you want to play. Server is always online. Maybe next friday
Anonymous · 2026-04-13 13:12 [#3323][report] >When's next game night? Friday 5PM-9PM Eastern standard https://gamedate.org/s/3v1m49707
segphault · 2026-04-13 22:16 [#3326][report] Am I retarded? It doesn't seem to work on my Linux machine. This is what I get when I try to run the shell script: https://paste.sqt.wtf/0e694f
Anonymous · 2026-04-14 05:30 [#3331][report] >>12463 I'm no expert, but I'd try switching the renderer
>>12460 Aw it's not feasible for me.. Also sucks that there is no player indicator on the site for tf
rein · 2026-04-14 13:08 [#3338][report] >>12463 You are missing dependencies. Ill grab a list of what you might need in a bit but if you are able to search it up yourself before then thatll be great
If all else fails, launch the Windows version with wine