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{{Quotation|cp_coldfront|Prepare for a '''Cold War'''}}
 
{{Quotation|cp_coldfront|Prepare for a '''Cold War'''}}
  
'''Coldfront''' is a standard five point control point map. It is a community map chosen by [[Valve]] and was included in the ''[[Engineer Update]]'' as an honorary official map due to its outstanding quality.
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'''Coldfront''' is a [[Game modes#standard control point|standard control point]] map. It was included in the ''[[Engineer Update]]'' as an official community created map due to its outstanding quality.
  
The objective of Coldfront is to capture all five control points. Each team starts with their second and final control points locked, leaving only the middle point available.
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== Goal ==
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Your team must capture and control all five control points.
  
 
== Introduction video ==
 
== Introduction video ==
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*The centre and far right paths can be used for faster demo and Soldier rollouts
 
*The centre and far right paths can be used for faster demo and Soldier rollouts
  
=== Control Point 3 (Decrepit Cabin) ===
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=== Central point (Decrepit Cabin) ===
 
[[Image:Cp coldfront0007.jpg|thumb|Coldfront middle control point]]
 
[[Image:Cp coldfront0007.jpg|thumb|Coldfront middle control point]]
 
The central control point rests comfortably within the wreckage of the cabin.
 
The central control point rests comfortably within the wreckage of the cabin.
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*'''Yard:''' Each side has a large, open intermediate area in between CP2 and the CP3 cabin. Separated into two halves by a pipe-bridge.
 
*'''Yard:''' Each side has a large, open intermediate area in between CP2 and the CP3 cabin. Separated into two halves by a pipe-bridge.
  
=== Control Points 2 & 4 (Warehouse Caves) ===
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=== Secondary points (Warehouse Caves) ===
 
[[Image:Cp coldfront0008.jpg|thumb|Coldfront RED second control point]]
 
[[Image:Cp coldfront0008.jpg|thumb|Coldfront RED second control point]]
 
The intermediate control points are set in the centre of the elevated concrete road.
 
The intermediate control points are set in the centre of the elevated concrete road.
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*'''Platform:''' A large elevated platform near the control point. Teams should base their defenses around this platform, but beware of flanks through the ramp room.
 
*'''Platform:''' A large elevated platform near the control point. Teams should base their defenses around this platform, but beware of flanks through the ramp room.
  
=== Control Points 1 & 5 (Headquarters) ===
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=== Primary points (Headquarters) ===
 
[[Image:Cp coldfront0009.jpg|thumb|Coldfront BLU Final control point]]
 
[[Image:Cp coldfront0009.jpg|thumb|Coldfront BLU Final control point]]
 
The final control points are locked into the centre of the circular final chamber.
 
The final control points are locked into the centre of the circular final chamber.
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{{Control Point Timing/Official Map}}
 
{{Control Point Timing/Official Map}}
  
== Screenshots ==
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== Images ==
 
<gallery perrow="5">
 
<gallery perrow="5">
File:Cp coldfront0007.jpg
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File:Cp coldfront0007.jpg| Central point
File:Cp coldfront rc20001.jpg
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File:Cp coldfront0010.jpg| Entry to BLU base
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File:Cp coldfront0008.jpg| RED's secondary point
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File:Cp coldfront0009.jpg| BLU's primary point
File:Cp coldfront rc30003.jpg
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File:Cp_coldfront_rc10005.jpg|BLU's primary spawn room
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File:Coldfront_promo.jpg| Developer's presentation poster
File:Cp_coldfront_rc10005.jpg
 
File:Coldfront_promo.jpg
 
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
 
== Trivia ==
 
== Trivia ==
* Originally named Stormfront, but was changed because it was in use by another map. Its current name was suggested by Void.
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* The map was originally named Stormfront, but was changed because it was in use by another map.
* The first and last capture points were created for a [[TF2Maps.net]] control point detailing mini-contest (and won 1st and 3rd place) before being put together to create Coldfront.
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* The first and last capture points were created for a [[TF2Maps.net]] control point detailing mini-contest (which it won 1st and 3rd place) before being put together to create Coldfront.
* The main spawn rooms were inspired by the war room from [http://static.open.salon.com/files/strangelove_war_room1217603526.jpg Dr. Strangelove]
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* The main spawn rooms were inspired by the war room from the 1964 film [[wikipedia:Dr. Strangelove|Dr. Strangelove]] ([http://static.open.salon.com/files/strangelove_war_room1217603526.jpg image]).
 
* The intro video for Coldfront is the only one to feature characters wearing [[Hats]], specifically the [[Ghastly Gibus]] and [[Bill's Hat]].
 
* The intro video for Coldfront is the only one to feature characters wearing [[Hats]], specifically the [[Ghastly Gibus]] and [[Bill's Hat]].
  
 
== Additional links ==
 
== Additional links ==
* [http://forums.tf2maps.net/showthread.php?t=11352 Coldfront development thread]
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* [http://forums.tf2maps.net/showthread.php?t=11352 Coldfront development thread at TF2maps.com]
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFLrZ7OmcfE Map Fly-through (RC2)]
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* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFLrZ7OmcfE Map Fly-through (RC2) <small>youtube video</small>]
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voQuywKfjLI Development Timelapse]
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* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voQuywKfjLI Development Timelapse <small>youtube video</small>]
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-WmOo3j1vM Demoman rollout video]
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* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-WmOo3j1vM Demoman rollout video <small>youtube video</small>]
  
 
{{Maps nav}}
 
{{Maps nav}}
 
{{Languages}}
 
{{Languages}}

Revision as of 12:09, 21 July 2010

Coldfront
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Basic Information
Developer(s): Unknown
Map Photos
Loading screen photos.
Map Overview
Coldfront overview.png
Prepare for a Cold War
— cp_coldfront

Coldfront is a standard control point map. It was included in the Engineer Update as an official community created map due to its outstanding quality.

Goal

Your team must capture and control all five control points.

Introduction video

Locations & Strategy

  • The centre and far right paths can be used for faster demo and Soldier rollouts

Central point (Decrepit Cabin)

File:Cp coldfront0007.jpg
Coldfront middle control point

The central control point rests comfortably within the wreckage of the cabin.

  • Entrances: Each team has 3 paths to the house area. Two paths enter from the ground, going uphill as you get closer to the house, and an upper path among the one of the high cliffs.
  • High Cliff: One of the passageways into the area from yard. Normally a one-way drop-down, but Scouts and soldiers can climb up, too. Common Sniper perch.
  • House: The worn down cabin which holds the CP. Soldiers and demos can rocket jump on top for a better view of the area.
  • Behind the Rocks: A small safe haven for Medics and Engineers, especially due to the close proximity to medium health and ammo packs.
  • Yard: Each side has a large, open intermediate area in between CP2 and the CP3 cabin. Separated into two halves by a pipe-bridge.

Secondary points (Warehouse Caves)

File:Cp coldfront0008.jpg
Coldfront RED second control point

The intermediate control points are set in the centre of the elevated concrete road.

  • Entrances from Yard: Teams most commonly enter in through the main central path (building), but the side route (pipes) and the ramp room (forward respawn) are there as alternatives.
  • Ramp Room: The location of the first forward resupply. An effective but risky flank to topple defenders on the platform.
  • Platform: A large elevated platform near the control point. Teams should base their defenses around this platform, but beware of flanks through the ramp room.

Primary points (Headquarters)

File:Cp coldfront0009.jpg
Coldfront BLU Final control point

The final control points are locked into the centre of the circular final chamber.

  • Entrances from CP 2/4: Three small but separated doorways are used to enter the final chamber. Far left (through silo), centre, and far right.
  • Silo: Otherwise known as the far left flank, this passage is most commonly used to sneak an assault on the final CP, but can become dangerous if you're caught in this narrow passage.
  • Outer Ring: The upper ring surrounding the central chamber that all teams must pass through if entering/exiting the area. The slight height advantage and plenty of cover makes it significant location to control for both attackers and defenders.
  • Central Chamber: The open space in the centre of the room. Its lower elevation makes this a no-man's land if the attackers succeed in taking the Outer Ring. Good for hiding sentries.
  • The Back: The elevated area behind the final control point. A stable but not most ideal point of defense for a team making a last-ditch or makeshift defense. Health and ammo packs area available in the back, and an easy drop-down to the Control point itself.

Control Point Timing

Control Point Multiplier Seconds
Control Point 1 and 5 ×1
3 .000
×2
2 .000
×3
1 .636
×4
1 .440
Control Point 2 and 4 ×1
12 .000
×2
8 .000
×3
6 .545
×4
5 .760
Control Point 3 ×1
24 .000
×2
16 .000
×3
13 .091
×4
11 .520


Images

Trivia

  • The map was originally named Stormfront, but was changed because it was in use by another map.
  • The first and last capture points were created for a TF2Maps.net control point detailing mini-contest (which it won 1st and 3rd place) before being put together to create Coldfront.
  • The main spawn rooms were inspired by the war room from the 1964 film Dr. Strangelove (image).
  • The intro video for Coldfront is the only one to feature characters wearing Hats, specifically the Ghastly Gibus and Bill's Hat.

Additional links