This HD texture pack breathes new life into Half-Life while preserving its classic gameplay. By replacing core textures, it makes the game sharper and more immersive without altering its identity.

Note: Maps with custom WAD files will still use their own textures, but for most stock maps this pack delivers a fresh look for seasoned players and newcomers alike.

Downloads

• HD Texture Pack

Examples (Before vs After)

Crossfire (Original)

Crossfire (HD)

Boot Camp (Original)

Boot Camp (HD)

Undertow (Original)

Undertow (HD)

Semonz (Original)

Semonz (HD)

Moss (Original)

Moss (HD)

Step 1: Back Up Original Textures

1. Go to your Half-Life directory:
   C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Half-Life
2. Locate the valve_hd folder (contains HD models and sprites).
3. Rename it to valve_hd_backup so you can restore it later if needed.

Step 2: Copy New Textures

1. Download the HD texture pack from the link above.
2. If valve_hd does not exist, create it.
3. Copy the new HD textures into valve_hd.

Step 3: Enable Detail Textures

1. Go to the valve folder inside your Half-Life directory.
2. Open (or create) userconfig.cfg.
3. Add the following lines:

r_detailtextures "1"
r_detailtexturessupported "1"

Save the file. Then, launch Half-Life → Options → Content → uncheck Enable Original Models so the HD textures are loaded.

References

• WAD pack by Dr. Freeman – GameBanana
• Detail textures by rabworc – GameBanana