- H-Hour: Controller Only Night! - 9 June 2026
Yes people STILL PLAY every night! Even though no one post in the games Steam Community. A tiny part of the community still plays in the Keyboard and Mouse servers (all inputs) Every Night! H-Hour still has a faint heart beat for those who own it. If you miss it, we miss you! Come play all are welcome! With trying to get more people to come back to H-Hour a bunch of community members suggested maybe run a controller only night 1 night a week, see how it works out. I didn't announce it ahead of time here last week just to test with discord first. Controller Only Night went great last night! Seen a bunch of players play that haven't played in quite some time! Some years! Great to see! The game still has 5 servers running every night, one server is always Controller Only - East #5. People do still play in the "All Input" aka KBM servers every night! We can support more than 16 players a ni…
- Removal from Store (Updated) - 26 September 2023
Removal of H-Hour from the Steam Store Hello everyone! Just letting you all know the Studio has asked Steam to remove H-Hour and its saleable DLC from the store effective Friday, 29 September 2023. This will not affect those who already own the game. You will continue to be able to download content from Steam as needed and play H-Hour as usual. This decision was not made lightly. The original Studio plans included seeking out serious investors to rebuild and update the game further and take it to other platforms. However with the economic situation world-wide this never materialised. As the game has aged, interest has also lessened and sales have not covered Studio operational and infrastructure costs for some time now. As a result, the owners met and agreed to cease operations. Rather than leave the game up without support of any kind, they decided to remove the game from the store as…
- Workshop Map DLC Updates - January 23, 2021 - 23 January 2021
This morning we released both new and revised Workshop content created by Newybond. Any feedback on the map should be posted on the Steam forums so the content creators can be informed. Please ensure you download the update before playing on the servers. New Map: Quarantine Game Mode: Demo and Elimination Size: Medium Description: This is a recreation of the legendary Quarantine map. Updated Maps: River Express - Changed humvee to jeep (because of collision issues) Vigilance - Added a door in building - Shifted blocking volume on a stairway, so players can walk smoother - Changed bomb plant locations on both sides (deleted objects) - Added grass and plants on some spots - Made the jeeps a little bigger, so players can hide better - Across the terrorist bridge to the right, added 3 climb objects
- Workshop Map DLC Updates - October 18, 2020 - 18 October 2020
This morning we released revised workshop map content for RiverExpress. Any feedback on the map should be posted on the Steam forums so the content creators can be informed. Please ensure you download the update before playing on the servers. Updated Maps: RiverExpress - Added fixes to prevent players going into or on top of areas not intended to be playable
- Workshop Map DLC Updates 12 October 2020 - 12 October 2020
This morning we released new and revised workshop map content created by Newbond. Any feedback on the maps should be posted on the Steam forums so the content creators can be informed. New Maps: River Express - Demolition, Sabotage Game Modes Updated Maps: Vigilance - Changed the winter sphere to spring time with sun and grass - Resized textures to make map smaller Enowapi - Changed so only SOF can pick up Bomb
- Workshop Map DLC Updates 15 Aug 2020 - 15 August 2020
This morning we released new and revised workshop map content created by Newbond. Any feedback on the maps should be posted on the Steam forums so the content creators can be informed. New Maps: Enowapi - Breach Game Mode Updated Maps: Vigilance - added some blocking volumes to ensure players can only reach intendted roofs Citadel - Changed material to BrickOldDirty of the Citadel - Changed floor in bomb room for less reflection - Changed matieral of outside tile floor to OvergrownMedievalBrick SnowFall - glass now blocks shots from both sides
- Workshop DLC Update - 4 July 2020
There will be a short server downtime this morning as we release the latest Workshop content for everyone. Please ensure you receive the update on your game so you can play the latest maps. Note: If you have any feedback on Workshop content, please post in the Steam Community Hub using the map name so the content creator is aware. This small patch includes: New Map: Retribution by SelflessOne New Game Mode on Map: FishHook by newybond Add Extraction game mode to the map, Remove objects and make adjustments to allow optimal hostage pathing Updated Maps: CrossRoads by PoisonCobra Fix a few assets in map, Fix loading screen, Remove dust effect for performance Wasteland by PoisonCobra Fix invisible car that was causing player interference
- Workshop Map DLC Update - 15 June 2020
There will be a short server downtime this morning as we release the latest Workshop content for everyone. Please ensure you receive the update on your game so you can play the latest maps. Note: If you have any feedback on Workshop content, please post in the Steam Community Hub using the map name so the content creator is aware. This small patch includes: New Map: Vigilance by newybond Updated Maps: CrossRoads Fix some wall interruptions, Add loading screen Fallout Fix Bush and Palm Tree collisions so players can shoot through the leaves, Update Palm Tree textures and size, New materials for cliffs and rocks, Add more boxes and ammo supplies in SOF plant area for extra cover, Update some wall materials, Add a loading screen Wasteland Fix the scale of shipping container, Adjust a few assets that were off position The updated maps above were courtesy of PoisonCobra
- Weapon Skins DLC Release - 11 May 2020
Today we release Weapon skins for the base game H-Hour: World's Elite. Show up on the battlefield using one or more of your 10 special weapon skins and stand out in the crowd. Add some personality to select weapons or just grab the most outrageous ones and blind the enemy with your bling. Make yourself a target and then disappoint the enemy who try to take you down so they can pick up your special weapon for the duration of the match. The pack includes: 1) AssaultRifles/AR_AK47 - "Tribal" 2) AssaultRifles/AR_AK74 - "JackHammer" 3) AssaultRifles/AR_BP85 - "SgtMajor" 4) LightMachineGuns/LMG_MK46 - "FearNoEvil" 5) LightMachineGuns/LMG_RPK - "GoldDragon" 6) LightMachineGuns/LMG_RPK - "Iron_Dragon" 7) SniperRifles/SR_Dragunov - "Widowmaker" 8) SniperRifles/SR_L96 - "CombatCamo" 9) SniperRifles/SR_SR25 - "Army Sniper" 10) SubmachineGuns/SM_UZI - "JackHammer"
- Client and Server Update - Release 3.7.0 - 11 May 2020
Steam Release Patch Notes Update Game and Server to Support Upcoming DLC: This H-Hour update lays the foundation within the game code for the upcoming Weapons Skins DLC. This update includes client and server logic, User Interface (UI) changes, and new weapon materials. The DLC itself will be available as of 9 AM PST Monday, May 11, 2020. Those players who already own the H-Hour:World's Elite bundle on Steam will have immediate access to the weapon skins . If you are unsure if you have rights to this DLC, you can right-click on H-Hour in the Steam Library, select Properties and then click on the DLC tab to see what you own. New Features Add Logic in H-Hour to Support DLC: Check of Ownership to restrict to DLC purchasers Data Tables and logic for skins, materials and multiplayer code for display/removal Add 10 new Weapon Skins: AssaultRifles/AR_AK47 - "Tribal" AssaultRifles/AR_AK74 - "Ja…
- Workshop DLC Patch Release - 17 April 2020
Released a patch and updated all servers this morning with the latest version of the workshop map: Wasteland by PoisonCobra Poison has worked on scaling of the map and other changes requested by the community. Studio testing shows there is still room to work on map size by optimizing performance. The content creator has agreed to review this at a later date. If anyone experiences issues, please contact PoisionCobra on our community website: https://hhourworldselite.com
- DLC - Workshop Map Update - 6 March 2020
We are releasing updated versions of the Workshop Maps: CrossRoads by PoisonCobra -Fix for AMD GPU issues Forgotten by SelfLessOne -Rework of map If you have any issues, comments or suggestions on either of these maps, please join our forums and post in the Workshop Map section so the creator is aware. The dev team is not responsible for workshop content.
- Workshop DLC - Small Patch - 19 February 2020
Servers were down for a small update this morning as we released a patch to update Poison Cobra's workshop map, CrossRoads. If you did not receive the update, verify your game files: Right click on H-Hour in Steam Library Select Properties Click on Local Files tab Click on the "Verify integrity of game cache..." button and let it run until the download is complete The community mapper noted the following changes to CrossRoads: -Fixed some object collisions -Added more props to the map -Fixed a few bugs -Added some blocking volumes to prevent players exiting the map NOTE: The H-Hour team are not responsible for Workshop Content. If you wish to report issues on a Workshop map, please create a thread with the map name in the title on our forums so the content creator is aware. H-Hour Forums
- H-Hour: World's Elite Patch Release 3.6.0 - 17 February 2020
Servers are offline while we update them with our latest patch. As explained in our previous patch notes, Stats and Achievements have been reset so they reflect the latest changes in our ranking formula. Everyone will start fresh on day 1 of this new day for H-Hour. We will be closely monitoring the game over the coming week to see if further bugs are identified. ------------------------------- Patch Notes 3.6.0 New Features: Credits Option on Main Menu: - Game Credits added and Data Tables populated - Kickstarter Donor Credits added and Data Tables populated - Music queue created to play random track selections during viewing of credits Startup Movie: - New Startup movie created for game release Controller Option: - Scope Sensitivity UI slider added for controllers Servers: - Finalized Local Area Networking (LAN) capability for the game server - Game can now be hosted through User Crea…
- Upcoming Steam Release - 17 February 2020 - 12 February 2020
Green up everyone! H-Hour: World's Elite comes out of Early Access on February 17th! Our upcoming release patch includes the final tweaks to our ranking frameworks, features and reported bugs. With the ranking changes, we will also be resetting stats and achievements which will allow everyone to start fresh on day 1. For those who were previously part of our Early Access, we encourage you to check out H-Hour one more time after it officially releases. Many, many improvements have happened over the years to bring home this spiritual successor to the early SOCOM games. For those who do not own the game, add H-Hour to your Steam Wish List so you are notified when the release goes live! We could not have achieved this without the great work of our community developers, the custom map makers and the feedback received from our players during our Beta testing. Thank you one and all ːHHourStarː…
- Patch 3.5.24 Release & Server Downtime - 21 October 2019
Announcements: Player Ranks Overall: Stats have been reset and H-Hour now includes a proprietary Competitive Ranking System. Enlisted ranks (1-10) can only move up and are mostly driven by experience learned by gaining a rounded background in the game's main elements. In order to transition from Enlisted to Officer Ranks, players must have performed 4+ of each mission objective type (Bomb Plant, Bomb Defusal, and Extracted Hostages) and complete specific numbers of matches. This is as Officers are expected to have overall experience before promotion. Officer Ranks are based purely on the player's position on the leaderboard which can change based on player performance as well as the relative performance of other players. Here, players' Ranks can go up and down in their positions (based on percentile of rating in completed matches). Continue the fight and achieve the coveted 4 Star Gener…
- Hotfix Patch 3.5.23 & Server Downtime - 20 August 2019
Servers are offline while we update with the latest hotfix. Controller users should note the updates to key assignments in Bug Fix 716. --------------------------------------- Hotfix Patch 3.5.23 Updates to 3.5.22 Features: BF(716) - Removed Gamepad Right Face Button (B on Xbox, Circle on PS4) from backing out of Lobby & In-Game based menus as this is also used for Push-To-Talk and would inadvertently cause players to leave menus/lobbies when trying to talk. Will consider changing the button assignment at a later time. BF(834) - Further enhancements to smoothing out the control/movement of Scope Sway. BF(847) - Resolved an issue where Workshop maps would stop stat/rank updates from committing to Steam due to an obsolete option not being enabled.
- Patch Release 3.5.22 & Server Downtime - 19 August 2019
Servers will be offline while we update to the latest release for H-Hour. This patch includes a brand new competitive grade player skill rating framework that was built from the ground up by our Senior Developer. Player stat reset is required to move to this system. We are releasing on a test basis to allow for identifying any tuning requirements before a final release of the rating/ranking system which will also include game achievements. Controller players with custom setups should take note of Bug Fix 830. Special thanks to the community for their patience as this complex custom rating framework was developed. Also much appreciate the work done by the bug reporters and our community mappers who keep continually contributing to the betterment of H-Hour. ----------------------------------------------------- Patch 3.5.22 New Features Custom Rating/Ranking Framework: Replaced the Proof o…
- Patch 3.5.21 Release - 5 May 2019
Releasing our latest patch with the anti-cheat fix so we can get the servers up and running again. Should anyone encounter scaling issues from the update to fix, Right-click on H-Hour in the game Library Select Properties Click on the Launch Options button Type the following into the Launch Option dialogue window and Apply (keep open so can easily remove after): -w 1920 -windowed Run game and from main menu, go into Options/Video and set your proper Resolution type and size. Remove the Steam Launch Option entries, Apply and close the dialogue window. Restart the game. --------------------------------- Patch Notes Release 3.5.21 New Features Easy Anti-Cheat: Preliminary integration of Easy Anti-Cheat into the game. UCR Admin: UCR creators can now define an "admin" pwd for their rooms on the main Create a Game screen. Once set, authorized users can open the Team Actions menu in game (ESC)…
- Servers Offline Awaiting Anti-Cheat Fix - Use UCRs (Create a Game) - 30 April 2019
A key component of our automated anti-cheat is no longer working. Some have unfortunately used this as an opportunity to inflict damage on the playing community by using cheats on our servers. Our efforts to keep the servers clean by daily reviewing data and removing hacker accounts, is busy work that ties our hands from doing the needed fixes and it is ultimately, not protecting the community from the next "new account". Given we are a tiny team, a decision was made to take our servers offline and allow the team to focus their full attention on a permanent fix to the anti-cheat issue. In the interim, players can create their own rooms (UCR) for game play together: At Main Menu, select Server Browser Click on Create a Game In the UCR window, click on the Map Rotation button Setup your desired maps and click on Apply once done In the UCR window, set your desired round counts, times and i…
