Funko Fusion is set to release Team Fortress 2 DLC ahead of its launch later this year, causing a significant uproar among fans of Valve’s popular FPS. The dissatisfaction stems from the game’s ongoing issues with bots and a steep decline in its Steam rating, now marked as ‘Overwhelmingly Negative’ for the first time in its 17-year history.
The frustration among players has even garnered support from one of the game’s voice actors, who acknowledged the community’s passionate response.
Given the current state of Team Fortress 2, many players believe that Valve’s collaboration with Funko Fusion is ill-timed. Instead of addressing the severe issues affecting the game, Valve is focusing on a partnership that brings Team Fortress 2 content into the Funko Pop-themed action game.
This decision has been met with harsh criticism, with fans expressing their disappointment and anger over what they see as misplaced priorities.
The reaction from the community has been overwhelmingly negative. One user summed up the general sentiment with, “Are you fucking kidding me?” This reaction captures the disbelief and frustration felt by many players who feel that Valve should be concentrating on fixing the problems plaguing Team Fortress 2 rather than engaging in new marketing ventures.
Another fan elaborated on this sentiment, suggesting that Valve should prioritize improvements to the game itself over marketable collaborations. The timing of this DLC release, especially as the community considers boycotting the game in demand for permanent changes, only exacerbates the dissatisfaction. This perspective highlights a deep-seated frustration with Valve’s current approach to managing Team Fortress 2.
Despite the backlash, the content of the Funko Fusion DLC appears to be relatively modest. It includes characters such as The Scout, The Heavy, The Engineer, and The Medic from Team Fortress 2. Scheduled for a September 13 release, the DLC will be available as a free add-on exclusively on Steam.
While the addition is minor, it underscores the disconnect between Valve’s recent actions and the expectations of its dedicated Team Fortress 2 fanbase.