Black Mesa is the acclaimed Source-engine remake of Half-Life, with deathmatch and co-op modes. A dedicated server keeps your matches and custom maps online. This step-by-step guide shows you how to set up a Black Mesa server in minutes — no manual install, no command line.
What you need
A Black Mesa plan with around 1–2 GB of RAM — Black Mesa is a Medium-class game.
Support for SourceMod and custom maps, included on every GGameHost Black Mesa plan.
Your friends or community to play with (up to 32 slots).
Step 1 — Choose your plan
Pick a plan sized for your Black Mesa community. We recommend about 1–2 GB of RAM; start smaller and upgrade in one click as you add players or mods. Black Mesa plans start at $10.99/mo.
Step 2 — Deploy your server
Check out and your Black Mesa server provisions automatically in under 60 seconds, with console access right away — no manual install, no command line.
Step 3 — Connect & invite players
Once your Black Mesa server is online, share its address (IP and port) with your friends so they can join. Start, stop and restart it anytime from the control panel.
Step 4 — Install mods & configure
Your Black Mesa server supports SourceMod, Custom maps, FTP/SFTP. Install SourceMod and custom maps straight from the one-click installer, or upload your own from the control panel — then tweak settings in the visual config editor.
Step 5 — Keep it running smoothly
Enable scheduled automatic backups, set restart timers, and monitor CPU, RAM and player counts from the dashboard. Always-on DDoS protection and 24/7 support keep your Black Mesa server stable.
Recommended specs for Black Mesa
Server softwareSourceMod and custom maps
Recommended RAM1–2 GB
Player slotsup to 32 slots
Performance classMedium
Black Mesa server FAQ
How much RAM does a Black Mesa server need?
We recommend 1–2 GB for Black Mesa. Start smaller and upgrade in one click as your player count or mod list grows.
How many players can a Black Mesa server hold?
Typical Black Mesa servers run up to 32 slots. Slots scale with your plan, so you can raise them at any time.
Can I install mods on a Black Mesa server?
Yes — Black Mesa supports SourceMod and custom maps. Install them from the one-click installer or upload your own over FTP/SFTP.
