Half-Life Deathmatch: Source Release Date | Reviews | Game Info

Generally positive · 76/100

5597 total reviews · 76% positive

Best for It is best suited to players who enjoy fast, straightforward classic FPS deathmatch, the nostalgia of the Half-Life era, and reflex-based competition. It is less suitable for users who expect automatic matchmaking or a modern multiplayer environment that consistently has many players.

Strengths

Classic FPS gameplay that demands fast movement and quick reflexes
The nostalgia and distinctive atmosphere of classic Half-Life multiplayer
A simple yet effective deathmatch structure

Weaknesses

The current online population is small, often making it difficult to find opponents
Some servers have no players or contain players who are AFK
Custom map download errors can prevent access to servers

Performance100
Gameplay92
Multiplayer75

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Game Schedule

ReleaseMay 1, 2006PC · GLOBALAdd

Game Description

Half-Life Deathmatch: Source is a recreation of the first multiplayer game set in the Half-Life universe. Features all the classic weapons and most-played maps, now running on the Source engine.

Half-Life Deathmatch: Source

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