Skip to main content
This Counter-Strike 1.6 server guide lists every FREAKHOSTING help page for CS 1.6. Your server runs ReHLDS and ReGameDLL with Metamod, AMX Mod X 1.10, Reunion and Revoice+ already installed and running, so you do not install them yourself. You change the usual server.cfg rules on the Game settings page under GAME SETTINGS. New here? Start with getting started.

​
Most asked

  1. Metamod on CS 1.6: already installed; check it with meta list.
  2. AMX Mod X on CS 1.6: version 1.10 is running; how to check and update it.
  3. Reunion and ReHLDS: non-Steam players and the ReHLDS engine, already set up.
  4. sys_ticrate and rates: tick rate 1200, pingboost and rate settings.
  5. Add an admin: one line in users.ini.
  6. Install AMX Mod X plugins: upload the .amxx and list it in plugins.ini.
  7. Fast download (FastDL): set sv_downloadurl to your own web space.
  8. Change the map: start map, changelevel and map cycle.

​
Start here

Getting started

Name, passwords, joining and first backup.

Log in to the Game Panel

Open your server.

​
Game Panel guides

Game settings

Every server.cfg setting, presets and Review and save.

Change the map

Start map, changelevel and custom maps.

Server and RCON password

Private server and remote console.

Add admins

AMX Mod X users.ini and flags.

​
Guides and tips

Metamod

Check, configure and update Metamod.

AMX Mod X

Check, configure and update AMX Mod X.

Reunion and ReHLDS

reunion.cfg and the ReHLDS engine.

AMX Mod X plugins

Install, disable and debug plugins.

Fast download (FastDL)

sv_downloadurl with your own web space.

FastDL and .bz2 files

Why CS 1.6 files go up uncompressed.

​
Commands and settings

sys_ticrate and rates

Tick rate, pingboost and rate cvars.

server.cfg explained

Every default line and what it does.

VAC and Startup settings

Secure mode, pingboost, slots and auto update.

Admin and console commands

amx_ commands, rcon and server commands.

​
Troubleshooting

Not showing in the list

Find your server or join by address.

Can't connect

Passwords, VAC, non-Steam players and downloads.

​
Frequently asked questions

​
Do I need to install Metamod or AMX Mod X on my CS 1.6 server?

No. Metamod, AMX Mod X 1.10, Reunion and Revoice+ are already installed and running on ReHLDS. Type meta list in the Console to see them. Installing them again can break the server.

​
Can non-Steam players join my CS 1.6 server?

Yes. Reunion is installed, which lets protocol 47 and 48 non-Steam clients join a ReHLDS server alongside Steam players. See Reunion and ReHLDS.

​
How do I change server.cfg settings?

Use Game settings for the usual rules (round time, money, friendly fire and more), then Review and save and restart. For anything else, edit cstrike/server.cfg in Files. See server.cfg explained.

​
Can I change the number of player slots?

No, Max Players ( Slots ) comes from your plan and is read-only. Open a ticket if you need a different number of slots.

Start, stop and restart

Control your server’s power.

Server console

Run meta, amxx and server commands.

File Manager

Edit server.cfg and users.ini.

Backups

Make and restore backups.
Tested by the FREAKHOSTING team on our Game Panel on 30 October 2026 (Counter-Strike 1.6 on ReHLDS 3.14 with AMX Mod X 1.10). Steps may differ slightly if the game changes.

​
Need Extra Help?

If you encounter any issues, our support team is ready to assist:

​
Save on Your Hosting

Ready to upgrade your hosting? Use code KB20 at checkout for 20% off your first order!
Last Updated: October 2026