My love for TF2's Default Hud

[@UncleDane]

Another big reason why I personally prefer to use custom HUDs is because they often move important information more towards the center of your screen, which is ideally where you want to be keeping your eyes most of the time since that's where your crosshair is. But like you said, it's totally down to preference. Someone who uses the default HUD that should also be mentioned is b4nny, who is considered one of the best TF2 players in the world. So I wouldn't say that installing a custom HUD gives you an advantage. Custom HUDs just give people more options to use whatever they're most comfortable with. Would be nice TF2 had built-in custom HUD support in the advanced options so more people could have easier access to more game customization.

[@Vin_C0]

Uncle Dane Omg first comment hello uncle dane😀

[@Jonathan-yg5mq]

Hi Uncle Dane

[@MagsTerrave]

Thats a lot of letters

[@leverposteifantomet]

Hey guys, it's the sentry man

[@bestuan]

That's something uncle Dane would say, not the context but the way he says it

[@SquimJim]

Default HUD = Best HUD! Ok maybe it isn't but I still like it.

[@veryoriginal773]

The Default HUD, is pretty good

[@flop3869]

I've been using the default hud for 9 months until I changed it because custom huds give you hitmarkers and it's really helpful imo

[@rickvandam3238]

I will never switch my HUD I installed tf2 in 2015 and wont change it

[@oldmanjinkinsskyrim737]

"The Default Hud is fair and balanced."

[@JosephJoeseph]

yeah, I'd just like an option to have bigger damage numbers, I mean maybe the option is there and I just somehow missed it but I ain't fuckin' hawkeye here, I can't see such tiny numbers in th middle of battle

[@rudolph2937]

Custom HUDs are the "gaming chair" of TF2: "Did you see that guy? How is he so good at the game?" "He must have a very good hud!"

[@grouchyguytdmalt5291]

i dont have a gaming chair but that doesn't mean im not gamer. : /

[@kurbstomp100]

HUDs are like any other customizable element in every game, like how the osu! community tells people that they got good because they used a different skin from the default. The default skin for osu! sucks tho.

[@temtem9255]

@@grouchyguytdmalt5291 thats the point. Its something people often think is more important then it really is

[@papyrusthepuzzlemastermast5251]

The default hud is fine I dealt with it for 3 years before getting toon hud because I liked it bwttwr

[@user-kh8oc2yf4r]

@@grouchyguytdmalt5291 lol yes is does

[@goober9079]

The default hud has this feeling that no other tf2 hud has. It reminds me of when I first started out, and knew nothing.

[@sleepynt2839]

same it gives me a sense of nostalgia when i played tf2 a long time ago where i knew nothing

[@jaringuevara]

I like toon hud because it reminds me of the default hud I just don’t like how everything was at the bottom

[@wyslanniknewworldorder9525]

@@sleepynt2839 Me 2

[@Smooms-z2r]

I use deli hud the menu is the same as default so it still had that nostalgic feeling that the default one has

[@somerandomguyintheinternet]

Yup

[@SquarkBoy]

I never saw a real problem with the default hud, yeah it's not perfect but neither is custom HUDs, to me alotta custom huds just look really obnoxious and not flitting in a game like tf2 artsrtle wise and end up looking way too bright, that's just me though, both have their ups and downs and it's all down to preference

[@2BrosOfficialGaming]

precise

[@asdasd-ty9se]

Art style

[@_freezingfrost_6515]

My problem is that custom HUD usually looks either too flashy, too minimalistic, too boxy, or the colors look too flat. The default HUD is just the most aesthetically pleasing to look at for me (even though I also use the improved default HUD he use).

[@SquarkBoy]

@@_freezingfrost_6515 My opinion exactly. Tho I have been thinking of using the overwatch hud, but I'll probably stick to the default.

[@dd6742]

Improved default hud is really good.

[@lunnihyre4215]

"Valve should probably fix it." Heh, like that's ever gonna happen *All-Star starts playing*

[@XiaopyCrisps]

Somebody once told me

[@Helperbot-2000]

@@XiaopyCrisps *some B O D Y

[@PloVv-hu4qt]

@@XiaopyCrisps the world is gonna roll me

[@EliteCameraBuddy]

I See The Breifcase is safe?

[@flavianemarques4905]

​@@PloVv-hu4qti ain't the sharpest tool in the shed

[@CloaksCosplays]

Default HUD is honestly a "if it aint broke, dont fix it." Ive been using this HUD since I started playing in 2011 and Im just too used to it now.

[@voltairethegoldflame9280]

mood

[@comrademuds1951]

But it is broke lol the guy uses default+

[@Gon-hx4df]

@@comrademuds1951 Did you really just watch an entire video on how the default hud is cool and completely ignore it because the dude personally prefers another hud

[@chuckled125]

@@Gon-hx4df Did you miss 2:29

[@Gon-hx4df]

@@chuckled125 Yes, I did watch the entire video, thanks

[@schmity007]

This is why I love the Middle Mann HUD. It's got all the benefits of good custom HUDs, like having metal count and Uber percent just below your crosshair, while still keeping the aesthetic of the original and overall game

[@Tavdogg11]

Agreed entirely. I use Middle Mann and it helps a ton with playing the game. Easy to read.

[@detroviolet326]

The Default HUD isn't bad, it's just that there are better HUDs that solver problems deafult has

[@blazeking5544]

Yea, it gets the job done, right?

[@tameronica]

Well said

[@eh2587]

@CheesusCrustTheCheesyBoi So?

[@unaincreibleroca3427]

not for me though i have to run tf2 with a config to lower the graphs and if i used a custom hud my pc would just die

[@svvishi]

An explanation as to why everyone's game looks different, finally, I now understand everything

[@Zeno11Salazar]

To be honest the default HUD is so charming to me that I never bothering thinking about getting a mod to replace it.

[@SolidMetal8718]

I never thought of changing my default Hud ever, it serves it purpose by simply telling what you need to know of character's status. I still haven't in over a decade of TF2, but I been considered it

[@8bits143]

Ive used the default hud for 4 years and honestly, It isnt bad. Sure, theres better options, but i guess i kinda like simplicity of it.

[@CaptainWobbs]

I just like the design, in all honesty. The asymmetric trapezoids they put things like your ammo and Über percentage on are really endearing, and just fit so well with TF2, while most custom HUDs seem obsessed with removing them and putting plain old numbers straight onto the gameplay.

[@randomdudewholikesmusic1640]

You got me to use the Improved Default Hud, and I'm loving the change. It organizes my stats better and displays teammate's health better, yet retains the classic look.

[@Paycheck777]

If b4nny doesn’t use a custom HUD and he’s where he is I’m sure that says a lot about not needing one at all

[@theguywithadifferentopinio9060]

Silence commie,stars and stripes beat hammer and sickle,LOOK IT UP🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@zadymew7885]

Well, he plays with everything low and 4:3

[@Paycheck777]

Æ Even more reasoning for my point, that’s why I admire him

[@dariannnnnn]

that's what i thought aswell

[@cutx1]

I’m sure a lot of people prefer custom huds, I mean I use one myself. But something b4nny said himself is that downloading all this custom stuff and configs doesn’t make you better

[@sophisticatedfurret5239]

thank you for making me relise fast weapon switch existed

[@thatguybrody4819]

the default HUD is like Hi-Points. actually pretty decent but everyone likes to trash on it.

[@faceless2302]

Not nearly as memey as Hi-Point though. Maybe once Valve opens an online poll to revamp it and they replace the crit indicator with a yeet indicator they'll be more comparable.

[@YoBoyNeptune]

I get what you're saying but hi points are direct blowback which isn't good for pistols

[@thatguybrody4819]

@@YoBoyNeptune while true, they are built to take abuse so as long as you aren't taking it through gauntlets every other day it should last a fairly long time. and even if something breaks they have their warranty and they fix it and send it back for free.

[@tairhan7404]

I dont even know why hi-point is hated on, and im too afraid to ask honestly Although it cant be worse than Zip-22

[@pubcle]

The only real issue is the magazine spring sometimes needs to be adjusted when you first open it up from what I've been told.

[@ClonedGamer001]

One thing that I like the default HUD for is that the info is all in solid color boxes, makes reading stuff like ammo easier on the fly

[@Kaptain8964]

Default HUD: Daniel Custom HUD: Cool Daniel Your own Custom HUD: Cooler Daniel

[@dontwatchanime8063]

What about coolest daniel?

[@mirabile1221]

@@dontwatchanime8063 designing everything from mods and HUD to configs

[@theguywithadifferentopinio9060]

raysHUD:Cool Dane

[@turi6233]

No HUD: what

[@aen.1]

I cannot swıtch to budhud or somethıng lıke that pls help year

[@d_inkz]

I've used default for so many years that a custom one would distract me as much as swapping my keys around.

[@Slogstin]

I really like the default HUD, because it just looks nice and polished. The team colored boxes, the TF2 fonts, it all just fits in nicely and doesn't look out of place. What the default HUD really needs is some QoL improvements. Being able to have Status conditions (Fire, resistances, milk, slowdown, etc.) show up under your crosshair would be so much better. And maybe increase the size of the Health bar a little bit or at least have an option to do so, to make it more noticable.

[@moss_7738]

I always wanted those affects to appear on your character in the bottom left, because I have no idea what its user for read right now

[@bukachell]

I personally think the default HUD's style fits the style of TF2 pretty well. Honestly I'd like a custom HUD that still uses elements from the default HUD or just keeps the style matching withing TF2.

[@bruschetta7711]

Too bad tf2 has little to no options to change, modify your default hud CSGO rn has given a good amount of options for the player to match their preferences

[@fatyoshi1456]

I just want a default hud but the health and ammo counters are just twice as big

[@sirdouglas.2870]

FINALLY SOMEONE WHO HAS MY LOVE GOR THE DEFAULT HUD

[@emaadahmad4963]

YAS

[@emaadahmad4963]

No shit sherlock

[@patricks3n76]

I really enjoy your SFM animations used in this video!! They look top notch!! I've been playing with the default hud since day one!! for over 8 years now!! So I must say I could never change it!

[@Ash-zm1vx]

Only ever used default hud for one reason: Too lazy to bother switching

[@sparky00777]

Too lazy to drag and drop a file into your custom folder?

[@Ash-zm1vx]

DaRealSparky007 yes

[@--__--__--__--__--__--__--]

@@Ash-zm1vx ur lazier than me and thats something

[@zhenweilai799]

Same

[@rnin0723]

@@Ash-zm1vx Noice Profile pic Bruh

[@nobodyyoucareabout6215]

I personally like the default HUD because it just fits with TF2’s artstyle (not that it is bad to have one that doesn’t necessarily fit) and I’m happy you like it too! In general, this video was great and just very nicely made. You made something that feels like a friendly discussion between two sides that can agree to disagree, instead of the alternative. Also, I see you have great taste in youtubers. These are some of my personal favorites

[@ComputerPlayer001]

Oh boy, going all out on the default HUD(even though it hasn't been updated in a while)!

[@wr3nche5]

to me, the default HUD just fits. its style screams TF2 to me, so i find any of the custom HUDs that make it more bare-bones just kinda. . . ugly.

[@koradox]

Despite saying "this video is about **why** I personally like the default hud" you never went into depth on that at all, you just sidetracked into talking about custom huds. I wanna know, man. Personally I think it suits the artstyle well, and the lighter contrast helps me focus better on the game.

[@RocketManFran]

thanks for the tip, I'll try and work on that

[@acethesnailsnail3470]

shut up

[@willowism]

I agree, I think it just suits the game best

[@thismanismentallyinsane2982]

@@acethesnailsnail3470 agressive moment

[@the_mycicle827]

I know right? When he started wrapping up the video I thought; "Wait, that's it?"

[@bananaspice1967]

It does what a hud needs to do, yes there are better ones, but the default hud is the grandpa that thought you how to drive a car. Old and not really up to date, but it still works.

[@kolikois]

I see you made a video based on our Discussion in SquimJim's Server few days ago ;)

[@RocketManFran]

I kinda planned this vid couple weeks ago lol

[@kolikois]

@@RocketManFran Still a Great video nonetheless :P

[@Tom-vx7qh]

My favorite part of Rays HUD is the customizability. Sure, when I first got it it was the same as everyone else's who got it. But after a many hours of fine tuning, I feel like I really made it my own.

[@cherrygrabber7172]

Preferring to playing games as they're designed to be played. And not like, "oh the game gets good when you install this, this, and also that." While sure you can do that when you finish a single-player game on vanilla or do custom maps, same way players do cheats after completing the main game, like GTA or Skyrim even. But I wouldn't necessarily go out to say that the original game and it's settings are inferior to the mods.

[@magohipnosis]

It is inferior when as a spy you can't see the exact health of enemies

[@Majimba_Enjoyer]

lets just appreciate we can use our own huds at all this is pretty much the only game i know that allows this

[@cosmichaze9283]

Props to you for making it in the tf2 community it's hard to make videos without an output of content

[@Spieler521]

The lip sync on the soldier is actually is incredibly well done

[@ahuman6377]

Bruh, I’ve been playing tf2 since early 2017 and I have almost 1000 hours and I still use the default hud.

[@zesnowpea6347]

Two things the stock hud does better than the others 1) allows me to see team status, since it’s very convenient for spy checking 2) let’s me see other info besides my k/d ratio

[@hunorkadosalelek4266]

The Default HUD is just as silly as it needs to be for this game. This is not a "cool game" what needs a Sci-fi , glass like HUD.

[@adaddylicious1748]

I just use a HUD with text on the screen (toonhud) I don't need no sci fi font flashy color thing

[@impaler2621]

I actually used Rays HUD initially, and then I switched back to the default HUD because I genuinely preferred it.

[@berdo3085]

Yeah, I don’t see anything wrong with the default hud, it matches with the art style of the game, and it’s somewhat not in your face, the one couple things I would maybe change is the size of the numbers for health and a couple other things, but all and all I love it, but I prefer Sunset hud which I’m sure you know ;D

[@alface935]

And there is even one HUD (I forgot the name) which moves everything to the center of the screen in a Vertical formation which is the best HUD to use when recording KZbin Shorts and Tik Toks since it allows the Viewer to actually see the information while watching and not have that information off screen

[@RandomGreenKirb]

Middle mann?

[@alface935]

@@RandomGreenKirb Yeah yeah yeah I think thats the one!

[@godaberi]

i prefer the default hud over any other custom hud. everytime i use a custom one, i see myself always nitpicking something about it (font, text size, button layout, colors, etc) and changing huds constantly. i also think custom huds look bad in terms of the TF2's aesthetic.

[@DiezALOT3128]

i like the default hud because it perfectly fits the theme of TF2 (as it should because it was designed for it). a big part of the reason why i got into TF2 was the style/theme of the game and changing the hud takes away a lot of the charm the game has.

[@hmtoheromine6075]

Dude, I was going back to using default hud today and KZbin just recommended this to me

[@JustJoshReal]

I've tried out a bunch of different HUDs, and personally I like the ones that look close to the default HUD and use the actual TF2 font but are just an "improved" version while keeping the TF2 style instead of just being numbers all over your screen

[@rzt_3542]

In every game, I always stick to the default. For me personally, the default hud is not bad. It could limit your view but that why there's sounds (that what I use to locate enemies when their out of sight). If I had a custom hud I can quickly adjust myself to using the defualt hud when I want to. It doesn't really matter which hud is the best or not. Like RocketMan said, pick a hud that suits you.

[@namrogful]

Great content. If these were uploaded in 2012 thru 2014 you would have been ranked up there with Star, Lazy Purple, Jerma etc.

[@RocketManFran]

If only I didn't have a crappy PC back then :/

[@navimations8395]

2:18 My reason for using custom huds: i heard that the stock one is causing lag to my game (i run tf2 around -1 - 30fps) so i tried, and i cant tell a difference as each map changes how much fps i have, as well as projectiles

[@mineland8220]

Wait default causes fps drops? Ive never heard of anything like that. As someone with potato pc i need to hear about this

[@mineland8220]

@Dam Sen me

[@IndieLambda]

The default hud is well readable, oozing with style, perfectly fit the game's art style and not too distracting, custom huds usually only tick 1 or 2 of these 4 checkboxes, being easy to read, either stylish or none distracting, but not fit the art style at all and either boring, or distracting.

[@RandomGreenKirb]

Middle mann and darhud have been some of the very few Huds I think ticks all of these boxes They're stylized, fits the art style, more readable then default, and not too distracting

[@Night_from_GT_asia_2]

You’re Choice is justified

[@stephaniedibello2150]

The reason I don’t like the default hud is because health and ammo are placed in bottom corners of the screen, witch makes it very hard to see, there were times where I thought I had full ammo only to find out I’m out of ammo, there were times I thought I had full health only to find out I had 20% or lower on health, some elements of the default HUD are too big and block the screen like when I’m spectating someone or in ctf, and like you said in the video, it’s buggy as hell. I use Toonhud (more specifically my customized version of it) It fixes everything I hated about the default HUD, and honestly it matches TF2 more then the default HUD.

[@thedeskman08]

For the best of both, use the built in minimize hud, it's really good for what it is

[@averyraresnom2451]

Me: Sees This Video Also Me: Instals A Custom HUD Also Also Me: Oh God My Mussel Memory

[@ajgameguy3674]

For me personally, I just like how compact most custom huds are. My health and my ammo being on opposite sides of the screen as default is kinda awkward for me.

[@Dante82301]

yea thats abt my only complaint for default hud which doesnt seem as big an issue when ur playing in 4:3.

[@uhh12131]

Im using my configuration of toonshud, every information is just more accessible

[@CanadianBaconPwnage]

This is the first time KZbin has recommended your channel to me, and I was pleasantly surprised by what I found! Just some quick, constructive criticism for the video: 1. The video is well edited! The transitions are well placed, the music choices are appropriate, and your use of inserted images and text help move the video along. 2. I like the effort you put into adding SFM animations here and there, just to spice things up. 3. You have a good speaking voice. There's a good balance between being professional and personal, while not having too much of that "fake KZbinr" voice (it still creeps in here and there, but it's not distracting). 4. The script could use a little work. For as short as this video is, you tend to repeat your points quite a bit, which ends up adding a lot of fluff. Perhaps work on being more concise for you next video. Otherwise, great video! Considering most people don't post enough constructive feedback for up-and-coming KZbinrs, I thought give you some, because it's clear you have some talent for content creation. Keep up the great work, and I look forward to seeing what you publish next! :)

[@RocketManFran]

Thanks for the tips! I'll make sure to work on my script writing more! :)

[@galaxymedic8842]

i play tf2 for 7-8 years now i always used the default HUD yea its sometimes buggy but i dont mind it reminds me how i started and how i have grown in tf2

[@alphawolf6708]

You forgot other reasons to why most people prefer to select other HUDs. Like people would rather have most of their info closer to the center of the screen to save time when in mid-battle, or its more cleaner than the Default Hud which contains stuff like solid colors, unneeded geometry, unreactive information (ie, overheal doesnt actually show it's overheal considering it contains the same color as if you had normal hp), better UI organisation. If theres a way to configure the default hud's reactivity, opacity, position, then more people would still keep the same DefHud

[@RocketManFran]

Thanks for the tip! :)

[@itzmeroky1305]

I love the simplicity of the default, it shows you everything you need to know and doesn't shove you a bunch of info that can be distracting when they're right in the centre of the screen. Also the nostalgia effect that someone else mentioned also makes me very biased towards default but what really would make it perfect is a hud customization system that Dane mentioned, but I would love one that goes as deep as ArmA 3, since you can change basically everything, you can make it so the killfeed is right at the centre of your screen so you know when that pesky spy is fucking up your team again lmao, but yeah I love when games give you that much liberty for basically brewing your own perfect gaming experience (btw I really love your style of video, of no overexaggerated voice pitch and changes in it, straight to the point with good background music taste, and better of all still coming up with creative topics about a game that is over 12 years old, looking forward for more! *but remember you can always play other games to avoid being burnt out from tf2 and even upload them, don't listen to the toxic part of the community that will pillage cities just because their favourite tf2 utuber didn't upload their #1937 stale milked-to-death topic tf2 video)

[@Paper_wait]

I like the default hud i just like the fact budhud has an animated background

[@YoYo-kh4tl]

I don’t know how but I missed a rocketmanfran video when I shouldn’t

[@TheFlamingPiano]

I don't really care for HUDs so I don't get what's the problem with default. It's fine for me as it is

[@somerandomgamer8504]

I personally fuckin' love the default hud. I don't play the game seriously, so I don't care about "optimization" or "visual clutter". It looks nice, is functional, and easy on the eyes with everything being kinda rounded.

[@brogabro1488]

What’s the music that plays at 0:22?

[@gameboytree3]

Rocket man - elton john

[@Auriee_]

I like Toon HUD just because of how customizable it is, It lets you choose how everything looks and feels. It also lets you choose whether you want a hud that is of to the sides or farther in the middle. And personally it's just a lot cleaner and gets rid of uneeded graphics like the cartoony boxes around ammo, health, kill-streaks, etc. I respect that you still enjoy the default HUD despite there being (WARNING: OPINION) many better HUDs with less bugs. Edit: I don't know why but half of my comment turned red while I was writing and it disappeared.

[@br4ss_crusader973]

It took me nearly 100 hrs. To find the fov command -_-

[@libfer]

what i like about vanilla is that everything is not cluttered in the center of the screen. shit shouldnt be in the center because its "eAsiEr To SeE", and i cant imagine playing this game with all the info stuck into a little box in the middle of your view. thats just my opinion

[@fran560]

funny i use default hud but the classic one where its only a img of the character and not idle 3D that breathing n stuff

[@michaelbrown8195]

I use the image one as well, it helps me get better FPS

[@woodywas4549]

Finally! Someone understands me! :D Great video!

[@SamYung0]

This coats my heart with nostalgia whenever I see by default HUD.

[@TwoHeadedMeerkat]

What I almost never see people talking about is that little player icon to the bottom-left -- the animated one with all the cosmetics. It always looked really cool, and it would be nice to see my Medic or Disguised Spy or something sitting there while I play, and I never hear anyone say what it's called.

[@R4ND0MCR4P123R4ND0MN3SS]

I've tried using custom HUDs before, but I hated how every time the game got updated, I had to wait until they got updated again. So I just started using only the default HUD and I appreciate its simplicity while telling you everything you need to know.

[@drexe1112]

I grew up using the default hud; I also used a few custom huds out of curiosity, but only used them for a bit. I just kept coming back to the default one because it grew on me and I actually really love how it looks, just like what others have said it also fits the TF2 art style very well

[@chito8947]

i personally use the default hud because i feel comfortable and i am just too lazy to go and search for another hud, i think you did good for this video i liked the lay out keep up the good work fran.

[@rdrummer2]

I actually use the default hud. It isn't as bas as people make it seem. Custom huds are awesome but sometimes I find myself going back to the default hud

[@birby1503]

I personally use toonhud myself because of it's endless customization and I respect people that had over hundreds of hours into this game who still use the current hud that valve set

[@EvanIsKindaGood]

I like the Stock Hud because its feels right at home.

[@MadameHexus]

Im a rayshud fan until the day I die. On my deathbed my life will flash before my eyes as my health bar decreases. But I smile as my health is presented to my through rayshud.

[@thatlittlemonstrosity]

I was using default hud for pretty long time but recently i started doubting. Thank you for saving my hud purity (maybe almost, i think i should take improved one)

[@CapemanProducti0ns]

never knew it had bugs, will change to the improved version since I love this classic but don't want disadvantages 👍

[@adisturbedpistachio223]

The thing with how TF2 health is recorded is that it basically has only two states that are the loudest. >50% hp causes the health to be colored white while

[@herkload]

I’ve never been interested in changing my hud in TF2 because imo the other huds don’t really have the same feel as the default hud. I also disable to player model on the hud because I find it nostalgic since that’s how vanilla TF2 looked like back when I started playing on console.

[@brosam_]

Hey man thanks for telling about the improved default HUD because I installed it and it's pretty darn nice!

[@Rubbersoular]

To me the Default HUD is nostalgic, back in the days where you first started, you dont know about consoles and changing your FOV, your quick swap isnt on, did all the training sessions, and officially become a part of TF2 community and many adventures ahead

[@superjjp201gaming]

Toon Hud is my personal favorite hud to use. I just love it when games have the option to give it your own personal touch.

[@zeal7895]

Personally, I prefer Custom Huds because 1. The default hud has these clunky boxes that take up too much space In their location on the screen and 2. Because its shoved into the corners. When I'm playing tf2 I shouldn't have to look across my screen to see basic information. Custom huds put them more in the middle so it's easier to see them.

[@justanotherrandomcrit8115]

None of the custom HUDs really fit the games art style, which is why I use the default HUD.

[@thebugbear9198]

I love how fast u r growing. You’re actually interesting and something new in this content drought. Keep it up!

[@RobloxianX]

I really like the style of the default hud but it did need a bit of the change, I found out about improved default hud thanks to this video and it really does make the game much better, thanks!

[@SparkTheKirin]

As a personal preference, I've used ToonHUD for a few years now. It keeps a lot of the features of default TF2 hud and interactions, and it does let you do the loadout menu interactions. But, it also revamps the in-game hud to be a lot less clunky and more informative at a glance

[@commanderpootis3300]

Honestly Fran I love ur end video credit song it's so nice and clean

[@paradoxinraindrops141]

You’re right about your ‘theory’: I use EVE HUD because Muselk used it in his videos but also because it’s a well designed UI that keeps the spirit of the default. Changing my HUD actually opened my eyes to modding & it’s an option I’m happy to see more and more games feature both out of accommodating for preferences and accessibility something I’ve grown increasingly passionate about in gaming. And yet, Valve did it best simply by staying hands off and leaving it up to the player even after SV Pure (with obvious exceptions). Excellent video!

[@1mariomaniac]

This is one of my first times watching your vids and when I heard "let's talk about that" my mind instantly jumped to Good Mythical Morning lmao.

[@hydrasent563]

I like using the inproved default hud

[@Sebastian-zv1sb]

I don't use custom huds is because I grew up with the default hud and never thought to change it . I love seeing it every time i start a game and it makes me feel nostalgic as f*ck when I see other people use it, yes its broken but i dont ever use the parts that are as long as it tells me my ammo and health correctly im good. Thank you for this, you are not alone.

[@putridmoldyman306]

I use the stock hud because the problems with it really aren't that big I already know how much health and ammo I have because I'm not an idiot who can't do basic math, and even if I didn't know, the 0.001 seconds you save by moving the ammo and health counters really dont make a difference

[@PassTheSnails]

I use the custom HUD at 1,600 in-game hours and I love it. One caveat though, I use the minimal-hud option found in the settings. It pushes the elements even further to the edges of your screen to allow you to see more of the world.

[@Tchesco625]

Honestly, I never felt the need to change to a custom HUD (and i've been playing this game for almost 10 years), because I felt like they removed the intended art style from the game, and honestly it seems kind of ugly having those numbers in the center of the screen without any coherence. For me a visual style and clear information have to be well connected, and the Default HUD satisfies me in this regard. Background colors for ammo and charges and the visual health meters help me a lot when it comes to informing me of a situation, and a lot of these custom HUDs remove them, and I assume it will only confuse me more, or making it longer to read the info. There's a lot that could have been said here, but weren't. Now that you mentioned the Default improved HUD, I'm convinced to try it ;D.

[@CharlesVDoktaur]

You’re spittin straight facts

[@HarmonizedHero]

i love the default hud, maybe its just because i typically like sticking with things in default but i do love it! the huds ive seen youtubers use are just the hp and ammo. not much in terms of looks and clash a little with tf2 style i feel. but the default hud looks great! and i feel it fits great with the style of tf2.