TF2 Competitive Format & League Reference
Side-by-side overview of every TF2 competitive format. Use the guide at the bottom to find the right format for your region, experience, and preferred class.
6v6
Intermediate12 players total · 6 per team
Class limits: Scout x2, Soldier x2, Demo x1, Medic x1, others x2
Map types: 5CP, KotH, A&D, Payload
Leagues: RGL (NA), ETF2L (EU), UGC (Global)
Highlander
Beginner-friendly18 players total · 9 per team
Class limits: All classes x1 (one of each)
Map types: 5CP, KotH, Payload, A&D
Leagues: RGL, ETF2L, UGC
Prolander (7v7)
Intermediate14 players total · 7 per team
Class limits: All x1 — 7 players pick any class
Map types: 5CP, KotH, Payload
Leagues: RGL
4v4
Beginner8 players total · 4 per team
Class limits: Scout x1, Soldier x1, Demo x1, Medic x1
Map types: 5CP, KotH
Leagues: UGC
Ultiduo (2v2)
Intermediate4 players total · 2 per team
Class limits: Soldier x1, Medic x1 only
Map types: Arena (Ultiduo maps)
Leagues: ETF2L, UGC
BBall
Casual4 players total · 2 per team
Class limits: Soldier x2 per team
Map types: Capture variant
Leagues: Community
MGE (1v1)
Any2 players total · 1 per team
Class limits: Soldier or Demo (typically)
Map types: Arena (mge_training_*)
Leagues: Casual / Practice
Full Comparison Table
| Format | Team Size | Map Types | Leagues | Skill Floor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6v6 | 6 v 6 | 5CP, KotH, A&D, Payload | RGL (NA), ETF2L (EU), UGC (Global) | Intermediate |
| Highlander | 9 v 9 | 5CP, KotH, Payload, A&D | RGL, ETF2L, UGC | Beginner-friendly |
| Prolander (7v7) | 7 v 7 | 5CP, KotH, Payload | RGL | Intermediate |
| 4v4 | 4 v 4 | 5CP, KotH | UGC | Beginner |
| Ultiduo (2v2) | 2 v 2 | Arena (Ultiduo maps) | ETF2L, UGC | Intermediate |
| BBall | 2 v 2 | Capture variant | Community | Casual |
| MGE (1v1) | 1 v 1 | Arena (mge_training_*) | Casual / Practice | Any |
Which Format Is Right For Me?
Recommended: Highlander
All nine classes are played in Highlander, making it the most beginner-friendly format — every class has a home.
Suggested league: RGL 6v6
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