While the servers are upgrading to the new beta 1.5 release, we thought we would post some quick news!

• If you still aren't downloading beta 1.5 right now then you might want to check out the media section to see the new panoramic views of the maps included in beta 1.5! This will require that you have Quicktime 5 and the plugin should download automatically.


• If you are looking to setup and run a HL2:CTF server or are running one now and would like to tweak it just a little, you might jump over to LaggFree.com and check out some of the info there on how to optimize your Half-Life 2 server!


• We are going to be posting an update of the HL2:CTF Player's Guide soon but the current player's guide is still very helpful to those who are new to the mod.


• Speaking of new players, those who are new to the mod and want to learn, look for our HL2:CTF Official Server which you can find on the in-game browser as "HL2:CTF Beta 1.5 New Players Only Server" where you can jump in and learn the mod. We will do what we can to join there and help out whenever possible.


• And for those who have been playing a while and racking up some insane scores, you need to be recognized! At this time there are two servers tracking stats which you can see here thanks to Dinosaur Gas of The Gas Chamber!


• Finally, check out this thread in the forum. It's got HL2CTF buddy icons, sprays, flyers, and other graphics. Help us spread the word!

Look forward to more coming soon!