Half-Life 2: Deathmatch

Valve

Action · FPS · Multiplayer · Shooter

90% positive · 10,287 Steam reviews
75 / 100 · IGDB community (73)

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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!

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Action
FPS
Multiplayer
Shooter
First-Person

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Accessibility

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Listed systems · Windows, Linux

Listed play modes · Multi-player

Action
FPS
Multiplayer
Shooter
First-Person
Sci-fi
Physics
Competitive
Funny
Co-op
Old School
PvP
Arena Shooter
Moddable
Atmospheric
Adventure
Great Soundtrack
Singleplayer
Violent
Mod

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STOREFRONT EDITIONS

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PC

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Release history.

Platform	Market	Date	Evidence
Steam (PC)	Store listing	1 Nov 2004	Source ↗

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90% positive

10,287 reviews · Steam storefront summary

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IGDB community rating

75 / 100 · 73 ratings

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Half-Life 2: Deathmatch

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