I’m not sure. Trying to predict what Valve will do is extremely difficult. Every prediction I’ve made for the Sniper has been incorrect thus far. Same for the scout.
maybe spies will roll in pairs now
i wonder how bad the slow down is going to be
not like snipers are very mobile to begin with.
Piss in Jar is definitely going to replace the Kukri (and the Razorback is obviously going to replace the SMG). I’m very positive of that.
I can see people just using the Sniper, Razorback, and Kukri since no one really use the SMG, they use the Kukri for the most part.
I’ve actually guessed the Bow & Arrow right, so it’s not that hard.
My guess is RazorBack replaces SMG, and that the third weapon will not be a boomerang (though I have no clue what it could be).
Two questions, though; does the RazorBack stay permanently on you when you have it equipped, even if you’re using a different weapon?
And is it visible?
Hmm. Time to try the FaN. Sounds like I underestimated it.
imo.
I’ve done 1-on-1s against other Scouts before. I do better with the FaN than with the normal Scattergun.
Compression blast is always so much fun if they’re next to a wall.
Just played a couple of maps with it. Its pretty good, as long as you are more patient with your shots and your aim is good. With Scattergun I usually get a little trigger happy so I am holding back on that. FaN to pistol combo is pretty buff though, screw Bonk.
imo.
Yeah. Once I double-pumped a Sniper in his hip and watched his body flail off a bridge, I knew the FAN was for me. Can’t tell you how annoyed Pyros get when I push them out of attack range and harass them. Or how pissed Heavy’s get when I back them out of doorways, around corners, or off ledges. 
My predictions for the last sniper update:
- I honestly think that there is a good chance that the jar of piss is going to be the alternative melee weapon. Valve said they wanted to get the sniper more into the action, so I can see the piss being used as a method of partially blinding opponents when it is thrown on them. The effect would look similar to when a boomer explodes in L4D.
OR
- Since they seem to be giving the sniper a primitive arsenal, his alternative weapon could be something like this:
It would have a slower swing than the Kukri, but do more damage (though the Kukri does do a lot of damage already) .
Just my random speculations. :rolleyes:
Not going to lie… but this Sniper update is ballin.
gj Valve.
Looking at Valve’s history so far, I doubt it’ll be such a simple weapon.
Take every other Melee alternative for example, it gives more than a mere damage vs. speed tradeoff.
Sandman gives you the ability to stun.
KGB gives free crits for a duration.
Axtinguisher gives 100% crits for immolated enemies.
Ubersaw gives 25% Uber on hit.
It’s definitely going to be a bit more advanced as far as mechanics go.
Ya, your right once again. I’m thinkin’ like a 13-year-old kid. The problem is trying to think of totally new aspects that could be put into the game instead of focusing on the ones already present (ex: stun, crit damage, etc) and balancing issues. Thats why I like the idea of partially blinding enemies. They can still recognize things on screen, but it will definitely screw with their aim. Also, depending on where you throw the piss (near the head or away), will result in different outcomes.
It would be handy for moments when snipers unscope and realize there is an enemy near them. The piss could even slow them down a bit (good for scouts who just start whaling away with aluminum bats or spies that go stab happy).
Ugh idk… I just like making predictions because I know its going to be a while until the next update. That and I just love the idea of throwing urine on people (only in-game). :razzy:
Just like to point out, I’m pretty sure the melee weapons are in case you’re stuck without any ammo in any gun you have but still have some way to defend yourself. I doubt Jar o’ Piss is going to replace it.
Heck, just think of the Sudden Death! melee-only situations. Snipers will be shiiiiit.
^
awwwww crap my game design ideas fail. GG for me. :shake:
no matter 3 good shots in the back will own a sniper still
spies 4 lyfe!
Holy shit, double class update!
http://www.teamfortress.com/spyupdate/english.htm
Spy gets Dead Ringer Spy Watch and Cloak and Dagger Spy Watch.
And in minor news, the Pyro has been confirmed as a “she.”
EDIT: OK, the blog post originally said:
Looks like they slipped up.
Valve…you never cease to mindfuck me when it comes to guessing your moves.
Hmmmm…maybe Meet the Pyro will be next.
I tried to tell you guys.
Predicting Valve’s movements is impossible.
