First off, let me state that I'm currently a Iron UGC HL Sub. In other words, I'm very, very new to competitive tf2 (I watched my first competitive game about 6.5 months ago), and i've been trying to get more involved in the scene, so I thought I might try to start playing 6's as scout or roamer/pocket. The thing is I really don't know how to start playing with people that are about as experienced and skilled as I am (I have about 950 hours right now). Whenever I check on tf2center (once again, let me stress that I'm very new to comp tf2, therefore tf2center is where I go to play comp) for 6's games, all of the queued players have 2000+ plus hours, so a bit above me skillwise. Anyways, I guess what I'm asking is where should I go to learn how to play 6's? Are there any good guides/groups that would help?
Finding out about stuff like newbies mixes is a great way to get started. I'm sure someone can give you a link to somewhere you can get involved.
In terms of TF2Center, just join them anyway dude. I have 5,000+ hours and there are people with thousands of hours less than that who are better than me. Hours don't always mean they're too good for you. Give them a shot, you'll learn from better players, get shouted at, get headshot by perma-snipers and all kinds of other dumb shit. But it's okay, just keep at it, you'll notice an improvement every time you play, as long as you're not ignorant to improving.
In terms of TF2Center, just join them anyway dude. I have 5,000+ hours and there are people with thousands of hours less than that who are better than me. Hours don't always mean they're too good for you. Give them a shot, you'll learn from better players, get shouted at, get headshot by perma-snipers and all kinds of other dumb shit. But it's okay, just keep at it, you'll notice an improvement every time you play, as long as you're not ignorant to improving.
A few nlpg mixes with uberloff telling me what to do improved my game more than hundreds of lobbies. You also get to make friends with lots of people in such mixes, and that's often a route into your first team.
Otherwise, work on your dm, watch some narrated povs of top players in whatever role you're trying to fill (and preferably other roles, just so you know how they interact with you), and just try to join a team. You'll learn far more about the game that way.
Good luck.
Otherwise, work on your dm, watch some narrated povs of top players in whatever role you're trying to fill (and preferably other roles, just so you know how they interact with you), and just try to join a team. You'll learn far more about the game that way.
Good luck.
FayngNewbie Mixes help a lot
omniFinding out about stuff like newbies mixes is a great way to get started. I'm sure someone can give you a link to somewhere you can get involved.
In terms of TF2Center, just join them anyway dude. I have 5,000+ hours and there are people with thousands of hours less than that who are better than me. Hours don't always mean they're too good for you. Give them a shot, you'll learn from better players, get shouted at, get headshot by perma-snipers and all kinds of other dumb shit. But it's okay, just keep at it, you'll notice an improvement every time you play, as long as you're not ignorant to improving.
Thanks, I'll check out these fabled "newbie mixes"
[quote=omni]Finding out about stuff like newbies mixes is a great way to get started. I'm sure someone can give you a link to somewhere you can get involved.
In terms of TF2Center, just join them anyway dude. I have 5,000+ hours and there are people with thousands of hours less than that who are better than me. Hours don't always mean they're too good for you. Give them a shot, you'll learn from better players, get shouted at, get headshot by perma-snipers and all kinds of other dumb shit. But it's okay, just keep at it, you'll notice an improvement every time you play, as long as you're not ignorant to improving.[/quote]
Thanks, I'll check out these fabled "newbie mixes"
Limb-ohhFayngNewbie Mixes help a lotomniFinding out about stuff like newbies mixes is a great way to get started. I'm sure someone can give you a link to somewhere you can get involved.
In terms of TF2Center, just join them anyway dude. I have 5,000+ hours and there are people with thousands of hours less than that who are better than me. Hours don't always mean they're too good for you. Give them a shot, you'll learn from better players, get shouted at, get headshot by perma-snipers and all kinds of other dumb shit. But it's okay, just keep at it, you'll notice an improvement every time you play, as long as you're not ignorant to improving.
Thanks, I'll check out these fabled "newbie mixes"
they usually happen on the weekend, keep an eye on the event sidebar.
[quote=omni]Finding out about stuff like newbies mixes is a great way to get started. I'm sure someone can give you a link to somewhere you can get involved.
In terms of TF2Center, just join them anyway dude. I have 5,000+ hours and there are people with thousands of hours less than that who are better than me. Hours don't always mean they're too good for you. Give them a shot, you'll learn from better players, get shouted at, get headshot by perma-snipers and all kinds of other dumb shit. But it's okay, just keep at it, you'll notice an improvement every time you play, as long as you're not ignorant to improving.[/quote]
Thanks, I'll check out these fabled "newbie mixes"[/quote]
they usually happen on the weekend, keep an eye on the event sidebar.
As people have mentioned before Newbie Mixes are a great way for new players like yourself to get into competitive tf2. Top quality coaches, positive learning environment, and a great place to meet people as well. They are held Fridays at 9edt. You can find the group page here http://steamcommunity.com/groups/na6v6newbiemix (i think). I'm an admin of the group. Add me if you have any questions http://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198045569070/
Watch some 6's matches on YouTube. i49 matches. Also try out a few tf2center lobbys. If you enjoy it just keep playing pugs and eventually look for a team. It's pretty easy haha.