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Half-Life System Requirements
December 25, 2018MMod Team
This mod integrates MMod enhancements into Half-Life 2: Update, requiring the base game as a prerequisite. It modifies the existing Half-Life 2: Update experience.
Half-Life Minimum & Recommended Specs
Minimum: 500 MHz Processor, 16MB video card, 96 MB RAM. Recommended: 128 MB RAM RAM.
Minimum System Requirements
Recommended System Requirements
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Quick Performance Tips for Half-Life
#1
Lower the resolution for smoother gameplay.
#2
Disable anti-aliasing for a performance boost.
#3
Close unnecessary background applications.
#4
Update your graphics card drivers (if possible).
Half-Life System Requirements FAQ
Can I run Half-Life on a low-end PC?▼
Yes, Half-Life is designed to run on older hardware. As long as you meet the minimum requirements (500 MHz Processor, 16MB video card, 96 MB RAM), you should be able to play the game. Performance may vary.
What GPU do I need for Half-Life?▼
The minimum requirement is a 16MB video card. For a smoother experience, a 32MB+ video card is recommended. Even older cards should be sufficient.
How much RAM does Half-Life need?▼
Half-Life requires a minimum of 96 MB of RAM. 128 MB of RAM is recommended for better performance and stability.
Will Half-Life run on integrated graphics?▼
Potentially, yes. If your integrated graphics solution has at least 16MB of dedicated or shared memory and your CPU meets the minimum requirements, it should run. Performance may be significantly lower than with a dedicated GPU.
What is the best graphics settings for Half-Life?▼
For optimal performance on lower-end systems, reduce the resolution to 640x480 or 800x600 and lower the texture quality. Experiment with different settings to find a balance between visual quality and performance.
Half-Life Game Info
Developer
MMod Team
Publisher
Gunship_Mark_II
Release Date
December 25, 2018
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Genres
Shooter
Game Modes
- Single player
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