# Deathmatch Classic

> Enjoy fast-paced multiplayer gaming with Deathmatch Classic (a.k.a. DMC). Valve's tribute to the work of id software, DMC invites players to grab their rocket launchers and put their reflexes to the test in a collection of futuristic settings.

## Game facts

- Developer: Valve
- Publisher: Valve
- Release status: Released
- Release date: Jun 1, 2001
- Region for this schedule: GLOBAL
- Platforms: PC
- Genres: Action, Shooting
- Steam Deck: Playable (Steam, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://store.steampowered.com/app/40/)
- Playtime: Main story 7 hr, Main + some extras 9 hr, 100% completion 12 hr (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/deathmatch-classic)
- Languages: Interface: Chinese (China), Chinese (Taiwan), Russian (Russia), French (France), German (Germany), Italian (Italy), American English, European Spanish, Korean (South Korea) (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/deathmatch-classic)

## AI Review Analysis

Analyzed Oct 4, 2026

### Strengths

- Fast-paced, intuitive fragging combat centered around rocket launchers
- Weapons feel fun to use, and the map design is considered excellent
- Fun to play with friends over LAN or on private servers

### Weaknesses

- Matching is difficult because there are almost no real players in online multiplayer
- The game is generally old and considered dated by modern standards
- The small number of maps limits the content

## Links

- [Deathmatch Classic on WAME](https://www.wame.is/game/6493)
- [Player reviews](https://www.wame.is/game/6493/reviews)

Updated: 2026-11-10T03:16:44.993Z