Half-Life 1 server hosting
Your Half-Life 1 server is ready in under 60 seconds and stays online 24/7, so your crew can jump in whenever they like.
- Install AMX Mod X with 1 click
- Compatible with mods such as The Specialists, Earth's Special Forces and more
- Automatic FastDL included that also works with custom mods
New York
Pick your HL1 plan.
Every plan includes the full Bropanel, DDoS protection and daily backups. Upgrade, downgrade or switch games any time.
4 GB RAM
Best for a few friends
Location
$7.99/mo
6 GB RAM
Best for a community
Location
$11.99/mo
8 GB RAM
Best for busy servers
Location
$15.99/mo
Custom
Pick the exact RAM, CPU, storage and location you need. Full control.
- 7-day money-back on your first order
- Free transfers from your old host
- Upgrade, downgrade or cancel any time
Live before the group chat replies.
Check out and your Half-Life 1 server sets itself up. In under 60 seconds there's an address to drop in the chat. No port forwarding, no PC left on all night.
You play. Bropanel does the rest.
Their latest control panel update is excellent it's much more user-friendly and easier to manage
Every setting, a click away
Rename the server, raise the player cap or tweak the world, then hit save. No digging through config files.
Set-and-forget schedules
Restarts and backups that run themselves while you sleep.
Invite your squad
Give friends access, with exactly the permissions you choose.
Every file, in your browser
Edit configs and upload worlds right in the panel. SFTP too.
Everything in one place
Console, backups and databases, a click apart.
Not just HL1.
Your Half-Life 1 server can switch to any game we host whenever the group wants something new, at no extra cost. Larger games may need a plan upgrade.
Close to your crew.
Pick the one nearest your friends from 14 locations across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. If the crew moves, your server can too.
A top tier hosting company with newly updated hardware I wouldn't go anywhere else
LondonMoved- AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
- DDR5 RAM
- NVMe SSDs
- 10Gbps network
- DDoS protection
Questions, answered.
Still stuck? The team is on Discord and tickets 24/7.
The service is designed to take the hard stuff, make it easy, and if you get stuck they provide the best support.
How Quickly Can I Start Playing After Placing My Order?
Your Half-Life 1 server deploys automatically after payment and is ready to join in under 60 seconds. Check your email for login details to access the game panel.
Can I Run Other Half-Life Mods On My Server?
Yes. Upload the mod's folder, set Custom Game Folder in the panel to its name, such as ts for The Specialist, and pick a start map from that mod. Half-Life mods can be over 25 years old, so check that yours runs on Linux and supports multiplayer. See our mod guide.
Can I Install AMX Mod X Plugins On My Half-Life Server?
Yes. Turn on AMX Mod X under Modding in the panel and we install the frameworks for you. Then upload your .amxx plugins. See our plugin guide.
Can I Switch My Server To A Different Game Later?
Yes. You're not locked in to HL1. Switch your server to any other game we host at any time from the panel at no extra cost. Larger games may need a plan upgrade.
What Are Your Game Server Locations?
We have servers in the following locations: • United States: Los Angeles, Dallas, Ashburn, New York, Miami, Portland, Chicago • Canada: Montreal • United Kingdom: London • France: Gravelines, Paris • Germany: Frankfurt • Japan: Tokyo • Singapore: Singapore
What Hardware Does Game Host Bros Use?
All servers run on high-spec AMD hardware with NVMe SSDs and 10Gbps connections. See our full hardware specifications by region.
Can I Transfer My Existing HL1 Server To You?
Yes, we offer free server transfers. Check our guides for HL1-specific transfer instructions, or reach out on Discord for help.
Do You Offer Refunds?
Yes. Every new server comes with a 7-day money-back guarantee. If it's not right, request a full refund within 7 days of your first order. See our refund policy for details.
What Is The Uptime Of Your Game Servers?
Our uptime over the past 12 months has been between 99.7% and 99.9%. Check our current status.
Do You Offer FTP Access To The Server?
Yes, we provide SFTP access and a web-based file browser in the control panel for managing your Half-Life 1 server files.
What Is The Maximum Number Of Players Allowed?
You can set any player count the game supports. We charge based on resources used, not player slots.
Do You Provide Technical Support?
Yes, check our guides as we cover most things you'd want to do with your server. You can also open a support ticket or reach out on Discord.
Can I Have Multiple Game Servers On One Account?
Yes, you can manage unlimited game servers from one account. You can also create sub-users with specific permissions to let staff manage designated servers.
About HL1.
- Developer
- Valve
- Publisher
- Valve
- Platforms
- Steam
Half-Life 1 Deathmatch is the multiplayer component of Valve's groundbreaking 1998 FPS, running on the GoldSrc engine. Players battle across maps using the game's arsenal of weapons including the iconic crowbar, Gauss gun, and crossbow. Beyond standard deathmatch, the Half-Life engine serves as the foundation for numerous standalone mods like The Specialist, Earth's Special Forces, Ricochet, and more. Half-Life server hosting brings those classic battles back online for your community.
Running your own Half-Life dedicated server lets you host deathmatch with custom maps, your preferred rules, and AMX Mod X plugins for admin control. It also serves as a platform for hosting Half-Life mods by switching the game folder in the server settings, giving you access to a massive library of community-created multiplayer experiences.
Game Host Bros runs Half-Life servers on AMD Ryzen 9 9950X processors with NVMe storage across 14 global locations. AMX Mod X and Metamod-R install through our 1-click Mod Manager for immediate plugin access. Automatic FastDL compresses and serves custom maps, models, sounds, and sprites to connecting players without configuration. The Custom Game Folder setting in Server Options lets you switch between Half-Life mods like The Specialist or Ricochet by uploading the mod folder via SFTP and changing the folder name. All server files are manageable through the File Manager and SFTP.
Half-Life is available on Steam with unlimited player slots included. Compatible with numerous GoldSrc mods through the Custom Game Folder option. All servers include DDoS protection, automatic FastDL, AMX Mod X support, and a 7-day money-back guarantee.
Half-Life 1 plans start at $7.99/mo for 4 GB of RAM, on AMD Ryzen 9 9950X processors with NVMe storage in 14 locations across North America, Europe and Asia. Whether you want a Half-Life 1 server for a few friends or a busy public deathmatch rotation, our HL1 dedicated server hosting includes instant setup, AMX Mod X, Metamod, automatic FastDL, and support for mods like The Specialist across 14 global locations.
See you in HL1.
Pick a plan and your Half-Life 1 server is online in under 60 seconds.
- Instant setup
- DDoS protected
- Free transfers
- 7-day money-back