Garry’s Mod began in 2004 as a free mod for Half-Life 2 by Garry Newman and became a full game on Steam in 2006. It has no goals or story. Instead, it gives you the Source engine’s physics and tools to create whatever you want.
That freedom made it a cultural phenomenon, from countless YouTube videos and machinima to entire genres invented by its community, like Prop Hunt, Trouble in Terrorist Town, DarkRP and Murder. Millions of addons on the Steam Workshop keep it fresh years after launch.
Garry’s Mod Game Information
| Developer | Facepunch Studios |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Valve |
| Release Date | November 2006 |
| Genre | Physics Sandbox |
| Game Modes | Single-player and online multiplayer |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS and Linux |
| Price | Paid, check the store for the current price |
| Official Store | Steam |
Garry’s Mod Gameplay Overview
You spawn props, characters and NPCs, then manipulate them with the Physics Gun and Tool Gun to weld, rope, motorize or balloon objects together. That means you can build cars, catapults or entire contraptions. In multiplayer, servers run game modes ranging from role play towns to hide and seek with props. The Workshop lets you download maps, models, weapons and modes with one click.
Key Features Of Garry’s Mod
- Physics Gun and Tool Gun for building anything
- Community game modes like Prop Hunt, TTT and DarkRP
- Millions of Steam Workshop addons
- Multiplayer servers with endless variety
- Lua scripting for creating custom modes
- Supports content from other Source games
Garry’s Mod System Requirements
Minimum specs to run the game on PC:
- OS: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: 2 GHz processor
- Memory: 4 GB
- Graphics: 512 MB dedicated VRAM or better
- Storage: 5 GB
Requirements can change after patches and DLC, so compare them with the official store page before you buy.
How To Download Garry’s Mod Safely
The safest way to get Garry’s Mod is through an official store. Downloads from Steam come straight from the publisher, update automatically and support the people who made the game.
- Click the Download button on this page to open the official Garry’s Mod page on Steam.
- Sign in to your Steam account, or create a free account if you are new.
- Add the game to your cart and complete checkout with your preferred payment method.
- Open the Steam client, go to your Library, select Garry’s Mod and press Install.
- When the download finishes, press Play to launch the game.
Official Download Links
Garry’s Mod Tips For New Players
- Install Counter-Strike: Source content legally, since many servers use its textures and maps.
- Learn the Weld and Rope tools first to build simple contraptions.
- Try Trouble in Terrorist Town and Prop Hunt for easy entry into multiplayer.
- Use the Workshop’s collections to grab popular addon packs quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Garry’s Mod Free?
No. Garry’s Mod is a paid game, and the official Steam page shows the current price in your local currency.
What Platforms Is Garry’s Mod Available On?
Garry’s Mod is available on Windows, macOS and Linux.
Why Do I See Missing Textures In Garry’s Mod?
Many servers and addons use content from other Source games, especially Counter-Strike: Source. Owning and mounting those games fixes most missing textures and error models.
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