Garry's Mod truly shines in multiplayer. There are thousands of community servers running various game modes, each offering a unique experience.
Joining a Server:
- Server Browser: From the main menu, select 'Find Multiplayer Game'. This opens the server browser.
- Filter Servers: Use the filters to find specific game modes (e.g., DarkRP, TTT, Prop Hunt), maps, or player counts.
- Join: Select a server and click 'Join Game'. The game will download any necessary addons from the server, which can take time on your first join.
Popular Game Modes:
- DarkRP: A role-playing game mode where players take on jobs, earn money, and build their own stories.
- Trouble in Terrorist Town (TTT): A social deduction game where innocents try to identify and eliminate traitors.
- Prop Hunt: Players hide as props while hunters try to find and eliminate them.
- Deathrun: Players navigate obstacle courses while another player triggers traps.
- Sandbox: Multiplayer version of the classic sandbox, allowing collaborative building.
Always be respectful of server rules and other players. Many servers have active communities and moderators.