# 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!

## Game facts

- Developer: Valve
- Publisher: Valve
- Release status: Released
- Release date: Nov 30, 2004
- Region for this schedule: GLOBAL
- Platforms: PC
- Genres: Action, Shooting
- Steam Deck: Playable (Steam, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://store.steampowered.com/app/320/)
- Languages: Interface: American English (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/half-life-2-deathmatch)

## AI Review Analysis

Analyzed Oct 4, 2026

### 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

## Links

- [Half-Life 2: Deathmatch on WAME](https://www.wame.is/game/6496)
- [Player reviews](https://www.wame.is/game/6496/reviews)

Updated: 2026-11-09T23:44:21.921Z