Tired of the same old Team Fortress 2 maps? Want to explore unique community servers with custom game modes and dedicated players? Ditching the server browser and jumping straight into the action is easier than you think! All you need is the server's IP address.
Here's how to join a TF2 server by IP:
1. **Open the Developer Console:** In TF2, enable the console in Options -> Keyboard -> Advanced. The default key to open it is the tilde key (`~`).
2. **Enter the 'connect' Command:** In the console, type `connect [IP address]` (replace `[IP address]` with the server's actual IP address). For example: `connect 192.168.1.100:27015`
3. **Hit Enter and Play!** TF2 will attempt to connect to the server. If the connection is successful, you'll be loaded into the server.
**Troubleshooting:**
* Double-check the IP address for typos.
* Ensure the server is online and accessible.
* Firewall issues can sometimes block connections. Make sure TF2 is allowed through your firewall.
Now get out there and dominate!
