H-Hour: World's Elite

SOF Studios Ltd

Released: Feb 17, 2020
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Last updated: 14 Sep 2026, 06:53 GMT

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09 Jun 2026Developer post
H-Hour: Controller Only Night!
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! Com
26 Sep 2023Developer post
Removal from Store (Updated)
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
23 Jan 2021Developer post
Workshop Map DLC Updates - January 23, 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
18 Oct 2020Developer post
Workshop Map DLC Updates - October 18, 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 fi
12 Oct 2020Developer post
Workshop Map DLC Updates 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
15 Aug 2020Developer post
Workshop Map DLC Updates 15 Aug 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 e
04 Jul 2020Developer post
Workshop DLC Update
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
15 Jun 2020Developer post
Workshop Map DLC Update
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
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
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11 May 2020Developer post
Weapon Skins DLC Release
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 yo
11 May 2020Developer post
Client and Server Update - Release 3.7.0
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 i
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 - "JackHammer"
AssaultRifles/AR_BP85 - "SgtMajor"
LightMachineGuns/LMG_MK46 - "FearNoEvil"
LightMachineGuns/LMG_RPK - "GoldDragon"
LightMachineGuns/LMG_RPK - "Iron_Dragon"
SniperRifles/SR_Dragunov - "Widowmaker"
SniperRifles/SR_L96 - "CombatCamo"
SniperRifles/SR_SR25 - "Army Sniper"
SubmachineGuns/SM_UZI - "JackHammer"
Add Weapon Skin Selection in Armory for DLC Owners:

On viewing a Loadout in the Armory for a special skinned weapon, you can select from "Default" or the new skin(s)
Skin changes are stored in the player's save file so they are available on next start
Weapon Pickup with Skin:

Anyone can pick up a dropped skinned weapon and keep it until they either die or the match ends
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17 Apr 2020Developer post
Workshop DLC Patch Release
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 optimi
06 Mar 2020Developer post
DLC - Workshop Map Update
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 s
19 Feb 2020Developer post
Workshop DLC - Small Patch
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 "V
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
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17 Feb 2020Developer post
H-Hour: World's Elite Patch Release 3.6.0
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 cl
12 Feb 2020Developer post
Upcoming Steam Release - 17 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 a
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
Features in full release:

One life and respawn game play
6 official maps and free DLC pack of community maps (a mix of SOCOM recreations and original content)
6 game modes including Elimination, Demolition, Breach, Sabotage, Suppression and Hostage Extraction for play with up to 16 players
6 different characters with 4 camos each to select from
4 dance moves to celebrate your kills
A variety of loadouts for weapons and equipment to carry on the battlefield
Action system to pickup weapons, open/close doors, plant/defuse bombs, melee, and dance
Guns hot activated when near enemy or on clicking right mouse fire button
Pick up ammo and equipment dropped by teammates
Ladder climb, Jump to climb & Vault on selected objects
Hud and compass in game
Spectate your teammates when dead
In game menus for Team Actions, Options and Weapons Inventory selections
Team VOIP & Text communication with channels defined for live and dead players
Unique Ranking system
MVP award at end of match
Lobby entry into matches to allow for Armory access, team switching and options setting
Game menus for Achievement, Player and Leaderboard stats tracking
Team kill management system
Multitude of anti-cheat tools including "Easy Anti-Cheat"
Support for LAN, User Created Rooms & Dedicated Servers
Servers support customizations such as weapon class or rank restrictions, allowing Vote to Kick, Friendly Fire, Proxy Chat, number of players and number of rounds per match, one life or respawn, game modes and map rotation, ranked or unranked play, controller only options, password protection and admin functions.
Custom tools for community map makers to create maps for addition to our DLC pack once approved
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21 Oct 2019Developer post
Patch 3.5.24 Release & Server Downtime
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
20 Aug 2019Developer post
Hotfix Patch 3.5.23 & Server Downtime
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,
19 Aug 2019Developer post
Patch Release 3.5.22 & Server Downtime
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 releas
05 May 2019Developer post
Patch 3.5.21 Release
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
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.
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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), login and Ban/Boot players from UCR rooms.
Updated Features
Player Characters:
Player characters were optimized to reduce rendering cost on full servers while retaining appearance.
Bug Fixes
BF(820) - Incorrect blocking volume size in corner by terrorist plant - Factory
BF(821) - Missing blocking volume in terrorist plant - Factory
BF(822) - Missing collision to factory computer room wall
BF(823) - Missing wall in Cove leading from kitchen to dining room
BF(825) - Character freezing briefly if shooting as player completes prone to stand animation
BF(833): SOF characters with Sunglasses - lens visible over fog
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30 Apr 2019Developer post
Servers Offline Awaiting Anti-Cheat Fix - Use UCRs (Create a Game)
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 accou
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 if you wish, you can add a server Password to give to players you know or just run as an open server, your choice. Note: To add a password, type it underneath the "Password" field shown on the screen.
Activate the "Online" selection box so your game can be found on the Server Browser
Once done, click on Create and invite your friends.
Our sincere regrets for any inconvenience this may cause!
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Updates & announcements

Removal of H-Hour from the Steam Store

Accessing Community Support

Update 27 Sept 2023 -Game Price/Server Files

New Map:

Updated Maps:

Updated Maps:

New Maps:

Updated Maps:

New Maps:

Updated Maps:

New Map:

Retribution

New Game Mode on Map:

FishHook

Updated Maps:

CrossRoads

Wasteland

New Map:

Updated Maps:

Steam Release Patch Notes

Update Game and Server to Support Upcoming DLC:

New Features

Patch Notes 3.6.0

New Features:

Credits Option on Main Menu:

Startup Movie:

Controller Option:

Servers:

Updated Features:

Ranking System:

Menus:

Tweaks to Lucky:

UCRs:

Macro Exploit:

Workshop Content

New Maps:

Revised Maps:

Features in full release:

Announcements:

Patch 3.5.24 Notes:

New:

Updates:

Bug Fixes

Workshop Map Updates

Hotfix Patch 3.5.23

Updates to 3.5.22 Features:

Patch 3.5.22

New Features

Updated Features

Bug Fixes

Workshop Community Content

New

Updates

Patch Notes Release 3.5.21

New Features

Updated Features

Bug Fixes