And I did see your recommendation on that motherboard springrolls, but looking at others' posts they seem to think it is not a good idea to go with a micro atx and that I should go with a better motherboard

And thank you for your suggestions! :)

edit: I may go back to the 500 watt psu since you said that will be all I need. I would like to see what you have in mind for a cheaper build, though.

When I used to play tf2 on my old computer, my fps was unsteady and was usually between 100-140 unless I got into situations (cloaking spies, many explosions, etc.) that caused my fps to drop to sometimes as low as 20-60. I'm not trying to spend a lot of money, I just want to be able to have a high, steady fps that won't noticeably drop when streaming.

Thanks for the help so far! And #8 thank you, I had no idea about /r/softwareswap... That will save me a lot of money!

Here is my updated build, minus a motherboard:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($73.95 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 660 2GB Video Card ($169.99 @ NCIX US)
Case: Cooler Master N200 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $615.88
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-09 01:30 EDT-0400

I removed an optical drive, since I actually have one now that I think about it.

And I am mostly stuck right now on a motherboard. I have no knowledge of what I should get/what I need. I will continue to do my own research, but if someone could point me in the direction of a good motherboard for the price then that would be greatly appreciated!

Yeah I kind of figured this build was a bit overkill for tf2. So if playing tf2 and streaming comfortably are my main concerns, how much cheaper should I go? I will probably drop to a 660 like you have then, and maybe upgrade to a 600 watt psu if I still need it.
And I will try to look at different motherboards.
Feel free to edit my parts list... I definitely wouldn't mind going a lot cheaper if I can still stream tf2 without any problems

Yes sir! But I won't have a computer until the end of the month

I'm going to start by saying that I do not know a whole lot when it comes to building a computer, which could be inferred since this is my first build. I created this list based off of a few others' and made a few tweaks.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($223.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock B85M Pro4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($69.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: Corsair XMS3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($87.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($51.99 @ NCIX US)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($299.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Cooler Master N200 MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($44.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply ($34.99 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($16.98 @ OutletPC)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($97.98 @ OutletPC)
Total: $958.87
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-08-08 21:23 EDT-0400

First off, does anybody see any problems with this build that I may not be aware of?
and if not... what should I expect my fps in tf2 to reach with this build, and would I have any problems streaming?

Thanks!

It wasn't rap

I didn't think I was going to like it at first, but I ended up liking the beat and the guy's voice actually sounded pretty good.

http://youtu.be/SYM-RJwSGQ8
(Not my normal genre, but I've been obsessed with this song for some reason)

What should I expect my fps to be in TF2 if I decide to go with this build? (probably minus the 144hz monitor)
And streaming shouldn't cause my fps to really drop with this build, should it?
I won't be able to buy anything til the end of the month but I just wanted to have an idea of a good build so I can order it as soon as I have the money.

MEEEE!
Thanks Disengage

.0152 for projectile classes (Mainly Soldier and Demoman), and .033 for hitscan (Scout, Sniper, Heavy, Spy)

Well I moved into my new house last Friday and it looks like I should finally be getting internet tuesday. Just in time for esea but I might still sit out if I'm too rusty..
Damn you AT&T

http://i.imgur.com/6vxv4SK.jpg

A somewhat normal, more recent pic this time

I fully understand that you may be wanting to play different maps (gravelpit, edifice) to change it up, but I recommend using the same maps that ESEA is using this season because a lot of teams that are also playing in ESEA will want to practice the same maps/might have a hard time finding scrims for those maps since most other teams are practicing for ESEA. Just a suggestion

EDIT: Just realized that edifice is only played in preseason so it shouldn't really be a problem. You may want to replace Gpit with Coalplant but it is not big deal

It can't be too easy for snipers

http://en.inkei.net/Rage

Length : 196mm
Circumference : ?62mm
Shaft Curve : 30