Spy's Revolver
A hidden agent armed with a revolver in an 8-bit world.
In Gang Garrison 2, the Infiltrator serves as the class counterpart to Team Fortress 2's Spy. This character is one of nine playable classes, each possessing unique strengths and weaknesses adapted for a 2D, 8-bit environment. The Infiltrator wields a revolver as their primary weapon. While the game retains the online multiplayer gameplay of its inspiration, specific abilities from the original title were removed or simplified due to technical constraints. The class selection screen features a hidden tenth class accessible by pressing 'Q', but the standard roster includes the Infiltrator alongside roles like the Runner and Rocketman.
- wielder_class
- Infiltrator
- weapon_type
- Revolver
- affiliation
- Gang Garrison 2 Classes
Lore & Background
The Infiltrator was designed as part of Gang Garrison 2's effort to translate Team Fortress 2 tenets into two dimensions. Unlike the original Spy, the Infiltrator lacks highly specialized abilities due to these technical constraints. Each class in the game, including the Infiltrator, possesses only one special ability and one weapon. For the Infiltrator, this weapon is explicitly identified as a revolver. The character fits into a roster that also features a hidden guest appearance by main characters from Cave Story. This streamlined approach was necessary because early versions of the game lacked balancing for classes like the Infiltrator, prompting other developers to decompile and update the code before the team adopted an open-source model.
In Their Own Story
The development history reveals specific struggles with the Infiltrator class. Initially, the game launched without balanced abilities for both the Constructor and the Infiltrator. This imbalance led other developers to decompile the source code and create unofficial updates without consent. In response, the original team merged these changes and released the game under an open-source license on February 10, 2009, with Version 2.0. This update introduced in-game communication and various graphical improvements. Later, Version 2.1 arrived on May 3, 2009, bringing further tweaks. The last recorded update occurred on April 1, 2019. Throughout this process, the Infiltrator remained a distinct class with a revolver, operating within a system where 'critical' shots were removed entirely.
Reader's Guide
To play the Infiltrator effectively in Gang Garrison 2, players must understand that each class has exactly one weapon and one special ability. The Infiltrator's designated weapon is the revolver. Unlike Team Fortress 2, critical hits do not exist in this game, altering how damage is calculated. Players can select the Infiltrator from the main class list or access a hidden tenth class by pressing 'Q' at the selection screen. Since Version 2.5, players joining servers may automatically download plugins that add features like voting or text chat. The game supports five modes: Capture the Flag, Control Point, Generator, Arena, and King of the Hill. Success requires mastering these simplified mechanics within the 8-bit environment rather than relying on the complex backstabbing or disguise systems found in the 3D original.
Did You Know?
- The Infiltrator is one of nine standard classes in Gang Garrison 2, with a hidden tenth class from Cave Story accessible by pressing 'Q'.
- Unlike Team Fortress 2, Gang Garrison 2 removed 'critical' shots entirely.
- Development began as an entry for the 2008 TIGSource 'Bootleg Demake' competition by mrfredman and MedO.
- The game was originally licensed under GPLv3 but was relicensed to the Mozilla Public License in 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who uses the Spy's Revolver?
This weapon is the signature sidearm exclusively wielded by the Spy class in Team Fortress 2. It serves as his primary ranged option when stealth infiltration fails or precision shooting is required against distant targets.
What are its main combat capabilities?
The pistol delivers high damage per shot, capable of eliminating weakened enemies with a single bullet. While effective at range, firing it creates noise that can reveal the Spy's position to nearby mercenaries.
Why is the Revolver important to the Spy class?
It represents the cold efficiency and lethal precision required for intelligence operations within the conflict between RED and BLU forces. As a symbol of his role, it allows him to dispatch targets quickly before retreating into the shadows.
How does it differ from other Spy weapons?
Unlike his knife which guarantees silent instant kills, this six-shooter is designed for situations where melee contact is impossible or too risky. It provides a powerful backup option that maintains pressure on enemies without requiring close proximity.
What happens if the Spy runs out of ammo?
The weapon holds six rounds and can be reloaded manually during combat to ensure continued engagement capability. If ammunition is depleted, the Spy must rely on his knife or wait for a reload cycle to threaten opponents again.
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