Anyone looking for the beta HL server files that were put out last week by Valve (6.22), look no further. Since Valve is having some ftp issues, we're loaning them mirrors for a bit. Here are the two files: Windows filename: hlds_beta_6_22.zip engine build: 1701 http://www.fileplanet.com/dl/dl.asp?counter-strike/hlds_beta_6_22.zip

Linux filename: engine_i386.so engine build: 1701 md5 sum: eecbb359e99072664f5231408b7b0309 http://www.fileplanet.com/dl/dl.asp?counter-strike/engine_i386.so

Click here to go to counter-strike.net

Two Half-Life Updates Coming Soon Half-Life updates 1.1.0.7 and 1.1.0.8 will be released in the coming weeks. Update 1.1.0.7, which contains Deathmatch Classic and introduces new update/downloading functionality, will be issued next week. Update 1.1.0.8, which contains Voice and the Multicast Spectator technologies, and was previously referred to as 1.1.0.7, will be released in mid July. This update also contains a fix for the GL wall hack, and will be previewed at this week's CPL event in Dallas. The Voice and Multicast Spectator features will be compatible with all Half-Life Mods, and Valve will be supporting the Mod teams to have these features working immediately in popular HL Mods such as Day of Defeat and more.

This is great no more wall-hacks.  

Many maps in Counter-Strike are either for gameply, or realism. It is both difficult and time-consuming to create a map from the ground up that both plays well and brings you 'into the setting.' This is one of those rare maps that has a great blend of the two.

The attention to detail in which de_torn has is just amazing. From the layout, to the architecture, to the textures, torn is quality. As you first run around the map you can see how windows are cracked open, shutters have fallen off their hinges, signs are weathered, sidewalks have cracked. I have had this map for five days and I still find myself amazed at new details and objects that never noticed before.

Sounds only too good, click here to check it out.

>>Condition Zero Preview

Prime Meridian has a preview of Counter-Strike's upcoming single-player game, Condition Zero.  Here's a titbit

Counter-strike: Condition Zero can be summed up to three words: extreme expansion pack. Not only does this game add on 11 new weapons and equipment pieces, 16 around-the-world missions, a new class of counter-terrorist to choose from (Russian Spetznaz), an enhanced spectator mode, voice over IP technology, the ability to create weapon/item favorite scripts for buying, and medal icons for high scorers, it also come with "a single-player game that captures the grit, realism, and cooperative play of the Counter-strike online experience," says Eric Johnson, the project manager at Valve.

Cool Huh?  Click here to check it out.

>>Valve Interview

Sebastianof CS@PHL is planning to interview Vavle as there are so many questions to be asked about Condition Zero and CS2.  If you have any questions that you would like to ask email Sebastian at sebastian@planethalflife.com .

>>Site Stuff

I've opened up the CS Downloads Guide and have finished the sites that offer Skins/Models .  Click here to check it out.  

>>Problem With Server Fixed

I've spent hours into the night fixing a problem with the server.  Although it is not 100% fixed, most of the pages should be alright and should be viewable at 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768.  Sorry for any inconvienice caused. 

>>Site Updates

Camping spots for militia is complete.  Click here to check it out. 

>>New Article

|Animus-Nine| at www.counter-strike.dk has written an article about cheating and what is done to prevent it.  Read it here.

>>CS turns two

Accoding to CS Nation, today is Counter-Strike's second birthday.  In these 2 years, Counter-Strike has grown from 400 players to millions of players worldwide.  Unbelievable but true and to think  Counter-Strike is still going strong when it should be starting to die.  Wonder what will CS be like a year down the road.

>>Interview with the guy behind CS cheats

3D Action Planet  has tracked down the xqz2 who made the wallhack, aimbot and other cheats.  Head over here to check it out.

>>New Version of Punkbuster has been reviewed

Punkbuster 0.962 has been released.  Head over to http://www.punkbuster.com to download it. 

>>New Articles At Counterstrike Center

Counter-Strike Center has 2 new articles.  The first is about features that future versions of Counterstrike may have.  It is written by Trooper and head here to check it out.  The second wriiten by Eggs, is entited "Do maps favour one team" and is about whether some maps favour one team better.   

>>Site updates

I've finished camping spots for cs_assault.  Head here to check it out.  Men With Guns is now competing in www.cstop50.com .  Give MWG your support by visiting this site everyday.  Notice the new banner.

[Webmaster]

Completed more stuff:

- console commands

- Started on Camping Spots

- Camping spots for de_dust

- Equipment Stats done

- Other minor changes

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