When the Meet Your Match update drops, players will be matchmade based on their skill level - something Valve is introducing to TF2 to support the new Competitive Mode. Instead of jumping randomly into an in-progress game, youll be matched into an unranked 12v12 game with players of similar skill, Valve announced.

How does TF2 casual matchmaking work?

The Casual Mode Level is a cosmetic feature that shows how much and how well you have played with others. These levels can never be lost, and they do not affect matchmaking. Casual Modes levels are different from Competitive Modes ranks; Competitive Modes ranks do affect matchmaking and can be lost.

How does MMR work TF2?

Your MMR increases by winning matches and goes down by losing. Push your MMR high enough and youll rank up. But be careful -- youll drop rank if you lose too much.

What is tf2 Highlander?

Highlander, a form of 9v9, is the largest competitive Team Fortress format. Its similarities to average public servers makes it an ideal starting point for new players, and its requirement that each team has one of every class means no matter what you like to play, theres a spot on the team for you.