Black Mesa

Black Mesa server not showing up or unable to connect

This Black Mesa service is for multiplayer deathmatch. The installed template does not provide campaign co-op through SourceCoop. Use a deathmatch map such as the installed default dm_crossfire and the same Black Mesa build as the server.

If joining fails

A client trying to load a campaign map or a different mod will not be fixed by a new connection port. Check the selected Default Map and confirm the corresponding map file exists.

  1. Open Console and wait for the game or world to finish loading. Save the first error if startup stops.
  2. Use the joining method above with one client on the matching game version and required content.
  3. If entry is rejected, compare the exact error with the password, edition, map or authentication checks above. Keep the working save while testing.

Related guides

Change the starting deathmatch map on a Black Mesa server

Documentation

Server configuration reference

Black MesaTroubleshootingGame panel
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