Half-Life Server Hosting
Classic Deathmatch · Crossfire · Stalkyard · Custom Maps
- Classic deathmatch on Crossfire, Stalkyard and more
- AMX Mod X and Metamod plugins
- Custom maps with Fast Redirect
- DDoS mitigation on every plan
From $5.44/month for 6 players · up to 64 · 48-hour free trial
Half-Life Server Rental: Plans and Prices
Renting a Half-Life server costs from $5.44 a month. We've hosted Half-Life servers since 2013, when PingPerfect started. All plans include DDoS mitigation, nightly backups, free web hosting, and 24/7 expert support. No hidden extras.
Ryzen & EPYC CPUs at 4.5 GHz. Plenty for Half-Life.
Our fastest CPUs, 5.0 GHz+. For the most consistent hit registration.
- Normal hardware, 4.5 GHz
- 9 GB RAM
- ~100 GB NVMe SSD
- DDoS mitigation
- Nightly Backups
- Free Web Hosting
- Normal hardware, 4.5 GHz
- 9 GB RAM
- ~100 GB NVMe Pro SSD (5x faster)Our faster NVMe drives. The world loads quicker and saves are less likely to cause a stutter.
- Above Normal CPU priorityYour game server is put ahead of routine background tasks, so the world responds faster and stays steadier during big builds and fights.
- DDoS mitigation
- Nightly Backups
- Free Web Hosting
- Normal hardware, 4.5 GHz
- 9 GB RAM
- ~100 GB NVMe Pro SSD (5x faster)Our faster NVMe drives. The world loads quicker and saves are less likely to cause a stutter.
- Above Normal CPU priorityYour game server is put ahead of routine background tasks, so the world responds faster and stays steadier during big builds and fights.
- DDoS mitigation
- Nightly Backups
- Free Web Hosting
- Extreme hardware, 5.0 GHz+Our fastest CPUs at 5.0 GHz+, for the most headroom with big builds and a full server.
- 9 GB RAM
- ~100 GB NVMe SSD
- DDoS mitigation
- Nightly Backups
- Free Web Hosting
- Extreme hardware, 5.0 GHz+Our fastest CPUs at 5.0 GHz+, for the most headroom with big builds and a full server.
- 9 GB RAM
- ~100 GB NVMe Pro SSD (5x faster)Our faster NVMe drives. The world loads quicker and saves are less likely to cause a stutter.
- Above Normal CPU priorityYour game server is put ahead of routine background tasks, so the world responds faster and stays steadier during big builds and fights.
- DDoS mitigation
- Nightly Backups
- Free Web Hosting
- Extreme hardware, 5.0 GHz+Our fastest CPUs at 5.0 GHz+, for the most headroom with big builds and a full server.
- 9 GB RAM
- ~100 GB NVMe Pro SSD (5x faster)Our faster NVMe drives. The world loads quicker and saves are less likely to cause a stutter.
- Above Normal CPU priorityYour game server is put ahead of routine background tasks, so the world responds faster and stays steadier during big builds and fights.
- DDoS mitigation
- Nightly Backups
- Free Web Hosting
Dial in exactly what you need.
- 6 to 64 player slots
- Fast Redirect from 2 GB to 30 GB
- Normal or Extreme hardware
- NVMe or NVMe Pro SSD
- CPU priority up to Realtime
- DDoS mitigation
- Nightly Backups
- Free Web Hosting
48-hour money-back guarantee on all plans.
48-Hour Free Trial
Full access. No restrictions. Try the complete service. If it isn't right for you, no charge and no questions asked.
Half-Life Screenshots
Everything You Need to Run Your Half-Life Server
Classic Half-Life Deathmatch
Run the deathmatch maps people still play, from Crossfire and Stalkyard to Bounce and Snark Pit, with your own time and frag limits.
- Stock deathmatch maps
- Time and frag limits
- Teamplay option
Plugins and Custom Maps
Upload Metamod and AMX Mod X for admin tools and plugins, add custom maps by FTP, and add Fast Redirect at checkout so players download them quickly.
- AMX Mod X admin tools
- Custom maps by FTP
- Fast Redirect from 2 GB to 30 GB
Every Setting in server.cfg
Set the server name, RCON and server passwords, map cycle and game rules in valve\server.cfg with our text editor.
- hostname and passwords
- Map cycle
- Frag and time limits
Full Control at Your Fingertips
Our custom-built Gamepanel puts every server function one click away. Start, stop, restart and monitor your server from any browser, with no SSH or technical knowledge required.
- Web-based live console and logs
- Steam updates in one click
- Scheduled restarts and nightly offsite backups
One Subscription, Any Game
Don't cancel, just switch. Move your server to any of 250+ supported games whenever you like, including Half-Life 2 and Counter-Strike 1.6. Your billing cycle carries over.
- 250+ games in the catalogue
- Settings and billing transfer
- No cancellation or new order needed
Why Host Your Half-Life Server With PingPerfect
Setup starts automatically as soon as your order is paid. Small games are ready in under a minute; big games with large downloads can take 10 minutes or more.
Ryzen & EPYC CPUs chosen for highest single-core speed. High-speed DDR5 RAM, picked for stability.
Real technicians, 24/7/365. Typical response under 10 minutes. Backed by 1,500+ knowledgebase articles.
Hand-picked gaming datacenters with low, stable ping, wherever your crew is based.
Every server comes with free web hosting. Build a community hub, forums, or announcements page.
Change the game your server runs at any time, no cancellation, no new order required
Nightly offsite backups at 4AM server time. Restore your progress if a save corrupts.
High-capacity, always-on DDoS mitigation, constantly updated to counter new attack vectors.
Backup, restore, wipe, automated updates, mod management, all in one fast, purpose-built panel.
Not happy within 48 hours? Full refund. No questions asked. Zero risk to try us.
Full file access via your preferred FTP client. Upload mods, configs, and plugins securely.
Datacenters chosen specifically for the lowest, most stable latency. Lag is our enemy too.
Rent a Half-Life Server or Host It Yourself?
You can run Half-Life yourself. Here's what that actually looks like next to a rented server.
About Half-Life
Half-Life is Valve's first game: Gordon Freeman's fight out of the Black Mesa Research Facility. Its multiplayer deathmatch, on maps such as Crossfire and Stalkyard, is still played on community servers.
It came out on 19 November 1998 and runs on the GoldSrc engine, the same as Counter-Strike 1.6 and Team Fortress Classic.
A rented Half-Life dedicated server gives your group a fast, always-online deathmatch server with your own maps and plugins.
Useful Half-Life Links
The Steam store page and our other Half-Life pages.
How to Join Your Half-Life Server
Your server's IP address and port are in the Gamepanel as soon as it's online.
Connect from the console
- Start Half-Life and press the ~ key to open the console.
- Type connect followed by your server's IP address and port.
- If the server has a password, type password and the password first.
Popular Half-Life Guides
Step-by-step help from our knowledgebase for setting up and running your server.
Other Games You Might Like
Other classic shooters we host. Switch anytime by submitting a ticket.
Trusted by Thousands of Gamers
I'm pretty new to all this game server stuff - had a look around for solid company that could offer a complete package and looked at PingPerfect and found what I needed. Good range of games, great servers and also great service - Alex has been really helpful. Had a couple of self inflicted issues which he has helped to rectify very very quickly with a minimum of fuss. What for little I pay each month I am a very happy camper! Thanks.
Everytime I need support for my service the support team are great at helping out. I have never once had an issue with them or a problem they couldn't fix. They have good services and for my needs is a perfect fit.
Was looking to install the SEserver Extender. Ping Perfect crew were on top of it within an hour of submiting my ticket. It was 00:15ish AM. I have never waited more than an hour for a response. Fastest responce was within 10 minutes. Didnt expect this great of service. Thanks for all you guys do!
Started up a trial and didn't get credentials for my console. Sent them an email an hour after I started the trial. They got back to me within minutes. Solved the problem and answered a couple additional questions.
10/10 server hosting and super quick support team! way better then Gportal!
20 locations, One Low Ping
Rent a Half-Life server in any of them, including Sydney for Australian and New Zealand players. All locations include DDoS mitigation, nightly backups & 24/7 support.
Test Your Ping to Our Locations
Unsure which location is closest to you? Run a latency test to all of our server locations and see the results first-hand. Results are sorted from lowest to highest ping automatically.
Half-Life Server Hosting FAQ
How do I choose a Half-Life server host?▾
Check a few things: DDoS protection, fast CPUs, a location close to your players for low ping, full access to server.cfg and your files, a location near your players, DDoS mitigation and automatic backups. A free trial lets you test the connection before you pay. Our servers have all of these, with 20 locations and a 48-hour free trial.
Is this for Half-Life 2?▾
No, this page is for the original Half-Life. For the sequel, see our Half-Life 2 server hosting.
Is the server protected from DDoS attacks?▾
Yes. Every plan includes DDoS mitigation at no extra cost.
Can I add plugins and custom maps?▾
Yes. Upload Metamod and AMX Mod X to the valve folder by FTP, add your plugins, and upload custom maps to valve\maps. Fast Redirect at checkout makes map downloads quick.
How much does a Half-Life server cost?▾
Plans start from $5.44/month for 6 players. Our Recommended plan is $19.07/month for 12 players with NVMe Pro storage and Above Normal CPU priority, or $21.78/month for 16. Fast Redirect is an optional extra. Every plan is also available on our Extreme hardware, and all of them come with a 48-hour free trial.
How long has PingPerfect hosted Half-Life servers?▾
Since 2013, when PingPerfect started.
What payment methods are accepted?▾
- Credit and debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay, processed securely by Stripe
- PayPal
- Skrill, using your Skrill wallet or a bank transfer
Need another method? Contact us and we'll do our best.
What currencies does PingPerfect accept?▾
We natively support USD, GBP, and EUR. Other currencies work too — your bank may apply a small conversion fee.
What level of support is included?▾
All plans include 24/7/365 ticket support with a typical response under 10 minutes, plus 1,500+ knowledgebase articles. Platinum managed support is available as an optional upgrade. See our support levels page.
What hardware do you use?▾
Ryzen and EPYC CPUs for highest single-core performance, paired with DDR5 RAM chosen for stability. Full specs on our hardware page.
Can I migrate my existing server to PingPerfect?▾
Yes. Transfer via FTP/SFTP yourself, or open a support ticket and our team will walk you through it.
Start Your Half-Life Server Today
Classic deathmatch with your own maps and plugins. 48-hour money-back guarantee.