# Half-Life Deathmatch: Source

> 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.

## Game facts

- Developer: Valve
- Publisher: Valve
- Release status: Released
- Release date: May 1, 2006
- Region for this schedule: GLOBAL
- Platforms: PC
- Genres: Action, Shooting, FPS
- Steam Deck: Playable (Steam, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://store.steampowered.com/app/360/)
- Languages: Interface: American English (IGDB, checked Nov 4, 2026: https://www.igdb.com/games/half-life-deathmatch-source)

## AI Review Analysis

Analyzed Oct 4, 2026

### 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

## Links

- [Half-Life Deathmatch: Source on WAME](https://www.wame.is/game/6500)
- [Player reviews](https://www.wame.is/game/6500/reviews)

Updated: 2026-11-10T03:09:15.926Z