Half-Life Elite (HLE) is a competitive mod for Half-Life Deathmatch, often considered the Opposing Force equivalent to Adrenaline Gamer. It introduces new modes, server controls, and features that raise the precision, variety, and competitive depth of HLDM.

The mod includes eight gameplay modes (seven new), a spectator/observer system, and an integrated voting menu allowing players to make server decisions without RCON. With over 30 included custom maps, radar and waypoint tracking, plus enhanced team status displays, HLE pushes standard HLDM into a more tactical and team-driven experience.

Beyond the big features, HLE also introduces small but impactful changes: minor weapon tweaks, bug fixes, an updated VGUI menu for server options, and client conveniences such as weapon binds and long-jump aliases directly in the launcher. Thanks to these refinements, players rarely need to touch the console—everything can be configured in-game.

Gallery

Splash Screen

Sniper Rifle

Client Menu

Capture the Flag

Vote Map

Downloads

• HLE 1.0.6 – Full install (Windows only). Released 24-Jun-2004.
• HLE 1.0.6 (ZIP) – Alternative zip package (Windows only).

New Game Modes

• Free For All: Standard HLDM FFA. Some maps include Opposing Force weapons.
• Teamplay: Same as FFA but with teams.
• Duel: 1v1 rounds; losers spectate until their turn. Optional duel time limits.
• CTF: Classic Capture the Flag. Points scored for captures, saves, and kills. Supports 2+ teams.
• Tournament: Players duel in sequence; winners face the next challenger.
• CTP (Capture the Point): Teams capture and hold flags. Points accumulate per second held, plus max health increases for each controlled flag.
• Action: Like FFA, but players spawn fully stocked with weapons and longjump.
• Team Action: Same as Action, but team-based.
• LMS (Last Man Standing): No respawns; last alive scores. Entities removed until respawn.
• Team LMS: LMS mode adapted for teams.

Conclusion

Half-Life Elite stands as a competitive evolution of HLDM—blending faster gameplay, refined balance, and modern conveniences. Whether you’re reliving its 2000s heyday or discovering it anew, HLE remains a unique gem among Half-Life mods.