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Why do I need a VPN for Team Fortress 2?

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Join a Team Fortress 2 LAN from anywhere

LAN party with friends
You can use Meshnet like a local area network (LAN). Invite friends, bundle up in TF 2, and enjoy secure and private sessions as if you were all in the same room.
Link up to 60 devices
With six players per team, Meshnet is certainly enough for TF 2 with lots of room to spare. In total, you can create a network of up to 10 of your own devices and 50 devices that belong to other NordVPN users.

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Secure Team Fortress 2 server

Fully encrypted traffic
Team Fortress 2 may be fun, but it doesn’t mean you should skimp on security. With Meshnet, you don’t have to open any ports or reveal your IP address to play TF 2.
Traffic routing
Meshnet works as your own VPN server. Pick a device inside your home network and route your traffic through it, no matter where you are. Not only can this help with playing Team Fortress 2, but you can also reach home content securely while traveling.

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Freedom to play safely

Avoid internet restrictions
Team Fortress 2 is free, and so is Meshnet. Connect to your friends directly and enjoy unlimited bandwidth and privacy in the game, and beyond.
Defend against DDoS attacks
DDoS attacks on the TF 2 servers can really destroy the gaming experience. Meshnet would allow you to play uninterrupted on a private server even if the official servers were compromised. Your IP address is hidden too, so your device is safe even if some sore loser tries to go after you.

How to set up a VPN for Team Fortress 2

Use a VPN app

Download NordVPN and install the app. Meshnet is available in the NordVPN apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.

Turn on Meshnet

Use your NordVPN credentials to log in and enable Meshnet on your own devices or invite other NordVPN users wherever they live.

Play Team Fortress 2

Follow the instructions on how to set up a private Team Fortress 2 server with your friends.

What else should the Team Fortress 2 VPN offer gamers?

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Speed
When your reputation is on the line, the last thing you want is for lag to decide whether your team wins or loses. NordVPN’s ultra-fast VPN servers ensure a smooth experience without lag or hiccups.
Servers
Are you sure you’re getting the best Team Fortress 2 experience? With 6300 secure and game-optimized VPN servers across 111 countries to choose from, you can change your virtual location on a whim.
Convenience
Security only works when it’s easy and accessible. That’s exactly how NordVPN is designed. Lightweight, intuitive, and available on virtually every device, NordVPN will make your digital life more secure and private in just a click.

Get more out of gaming with NordVPN


Number of VPN servers:	6300+
Number of virtual locations:	111
Protocols	NordLynx, IKEv2/IPSec, OpenVPN
Data privacy	No logs of your activities
Devices per account:	10
Support:	24/7 live chat, email, support center
Money-back guarantee:	30 days
IP addresses:	Shared and dedicated
Advanced features:	Meshnet, Threat Protection, Kill Switch, Dark Web Monitor, obfuscated servers, split tunneling

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Frequently asked questions

How can I make a dedicated Team Fortress 2 server?

To start a server with Meshnet, open Team Fortress 2, go to “Find game” and “Create server.” Then, launch the game, open the Console and run the following commands, replacing {meshnet_ip_address} with your device’s Meshnet IP address and {map_name} with the name of the map you want to use:
sv_lan 0
ip {meshnet_ip_address}
heartbeat
map {map_name}

How can I join a Team Fortress 2 server by IP?

To join a TF 2 server by IP, open Steam and go to “View” and “Servers.” Click on “Add a server” in the “Favorites” tab, and paste the IP of the game server. Finally, click on “Add this address to favorites.” Now, your server will be in your favorites, so simply click “Connect” to start playing.

Should I use a free VPN for Team Fortress 2?

No, you shouldn’t use a free VPN for Team Fortress 2. Free VPN services cannot offer you the security or privacy that the paid providers can, not to mention that free VPNs are notorious for selling user data to third parties.

But as a Team Fortress 2 player, you shouldn’t even want to play with a free VPN. It’ll likely result in connectivity issues and slow speeds because of bandwidth limits or weak infrastructure of the service.

Will I get banned for using a VPN for TF2?

No, you shouldn’t get a Team Fortress 2 IP ban for using a VPN. If you do experience any issues, they’re likely caused by the game banning the IP address you were using at the time or blocking VPN servers altogether. But Meshnet works like a secure LAN, so you should avoid any such issues.

What should I do if I get a Team Fortress 2 ban?

First, make sure you understand the rules before you join a public server. Small infractions will likely get a warning first, rather than an outright ban. But if you were banned once, keep in mind that NordVPN and Meshnet should not be used to bypass sanctions under a valid Terms of Service, including circumventing Team Fortress 2 IP bans. It’s best to reach out to the TF 2 community and try to get the ban lifted.