Team Fortress 2. You likely know about this game, have seen it in funny videos throughout the years, or perhaps are even an avid player yourself. July 22th 2011 is when I played it for the first time, and now. 1700 hours later. I still pick it up from time to time.
Think back to a piece of media, a game, novel series or a movie you really enjoy. What makes it so good? TF2 was made by Valve, by developers that are clearly passionate about game design, and put so much charm into their projects, a kind of passion that radiates out whenever I find myself playing it. Like basking in a warm summer sun, I can't help but feel happy playing this game. Even if I die over and over again.

As the years progressed. Updates became less frequent. Time and energy started to be spent into their other IPs such as Counter Strike. Valve has been neglecting this game.

If you know what has been going on. I am sorry, and I salute you for toughing it out. The game has been plagued with bots that have aimbot enabled. Programmed to join servers purely to ruin everyone's fun. As bright as the sun that is this game is, there will always ben sad individuals who want to snuff it out completely. ''If I can't be happy, then no-one can''
A week ago I heard about an initiative, ''SaveTF2/FixTF2''. I am not the type of person to join a movement. It's easy to think you can't make a difference in such a big world. Yet. I knew this would be done on one date. And like the Eminem song, ''when you have one opportunity to seize it? Would you capture it? Or let it slip?''

I knew I would not be kind to myself if I had let this slip. I hold a great deal of love for this game. Have had hundreds of hours of fun playing it with my brother, with classmates, with friends. Old and new. And even today, even through the neglect and state of disrepair the game is in. It is somehow thriving, held up by the players themselves and their love for it. I felt I could put that love into a piece. And hopefully make you aware of this issue as well.

For more information about the campaign, as well as how you can help it gain speed. https://save.tf/ has all the information explained very concisely.
I urge you to sign the petition. It seems so small. I know. But I believe you and I can make a difference. A great deal of people in the furry community play this game. And there's a good chance that you reading this might too. If you do, this is your cue. Thank you very much for reading. And I hope you have a good day <3