Half-Life 2: Deathmatch

Fast multiplayer action set in the Half-Life 2 universe! HL2's physics adds a new dimension to deathmatch play. Play straight deathmatch or try Combine vs. Resistance teamplay. Toss a toilet at your friend today!

Nov 30, 2004

Action
Team-Based
PvP
Multiplayer
Physics
Sci-fi

Steam

Strengths

Unique and amusing combat that involves throwing physics objects such as radiators, barrels, and toilets with the gravity gun
The distinctive feel of a classic FPS delivered by fast movement and immediate arena combat
A familiar multiplayer experience using Half-Life 2's weapons and settings

Weaknesses

Opinions that the game is effectively dead or lacks sufficient players
The matchmaking experience is unstable because servers may be empty or populated mostly by bots
Custom servers often feature chaotic modes rather than deathmatch, and server quality varies widely

Gameplay79
Multiplayer75
Performance67

This AI-generated analysis is provided for reference only and does not represent the official views of WAME. It may differ from the original reviews or contain inaccurate information. Analyzed Oct 4, 2026

Game Schedule

ReleaseNov 30, 2004PC · GLOBALAdd

Game Description

Fast multiplayer action set in the Half-Life 2 universe! HL2's physics adds a new dimension to deathmatch play. Play straight deathmatch or try Combine vs. Resistance teamplay. Toss a toilet at your friend today!

Previously registeredCounter-Strike: Condition Zero

Next registeredCounter-Strike: Source

Strengths

Unique and amusing combat that involves throwing physics objects such as radiators, barrels, and toilets with the gravity gun
The distinctive feel of a classic FPS delivered by fast movement and immediate arena combat
A familiar multiplayer experience using Half-Life 2's weapons and settings

Weaknesses

Opinions that the game is effectively dead or lacks sufficient players
The matchmaking experience is unstable because servers may be empty or populated mostly by bots
Custom servers often feature chaotic modes rather than deathmatch, and server quality varies widely

Gameplay79
Multiplayer75
Performance67

This AI-generated analysis is provided for reference only and does not represent the official views of WAME. It may differ from the original reviews or contain inaccurate information. Analyzed Oct 4, 2026

Half-Life 2: Deathmatch

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