Half-Life 2: Deathmatch
Half-Life 2: Deathmatch: multiplayer for up to 16 in a match, on Linux, PC and Mac, came out 30 November 2004.
Want to play Half-Life 2: Deathmatch with friends?
Pick a night together in Lobbli: everyone marks when they are free, and you see which evening works.
Playing it together
Chaotic, fast friend matches with physics fun, but servers can be thin.
Pros
- Fast, chaotic matches where physics props become weapons
- Fun with friends, like a lan party game
Cons
- Public servers are often empty or thin
- Hard for newcomers, skilled players dominate
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Quick answers
Is Half-Life 2: Deathmatch co-op?
Half-Life 2: Deathmatch has multiplayer, but no co-op mode is listed for it.
How many players?
Up to 16 players in a match.
Split screen?
No split screen mode is listed for it.
When did it come out?
30 November 2004.
Which platforms?
Linux, PC and Mac.
What kind of game is it?
Shooter
Who makes it?
Valve
About 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!