Back 4 Blood

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4.9

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 375 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 123 out of 375
  2. Mixed: 78 out of 375
  3. Negative: 174 out of 375

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  1. pkarapan77
    Nov 19, 2021
    8
    The game excels over Left4Dead2 in many ways. The card system is adds a very interesting dynamic to the game and encourages you to generate new builds. The graphics are fantastic and the controls feel solid. The atmosphere is very Left4Dead and the characters, while perhaps not as memorable as the originals, are still quirky and interesting. The biggest failing of the game is theThe game excels over Left4Dead2 in many ways. The card system is adds a very interesting dynamic to the game and encourages you to generate new builds. The graphics are fantastic and the controls feel solid. The atmosphere is very Left4Dead and the characters, while perhaps not as memorable as the originals, are still quirky and interesting. The biggest failing of the game is the insane difficulty level and the lack of a "deck score" system to lock new players out of difficulties their decks aren't ready for.… Expand
  2. JustACat
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    I've had fun playing it with and without friends. One of the biggest flaws of the game is the UI menus are difficult to navigate. I've read dozens of complaints that an online game can't be initiated with bots which is entirely untrue. If you and one other friend want to play on a run with two bots it's entirely possible but you need to switch your party to private. Which you wouldn't knowI've had fun playing it with and without friends. One of the biggest flaws of the game is the UI menus are difficult to navigate. I've read dozens of complaints that an online game can't be initiated with bots which is entirely untrue. If you and one other friend want to play on a run with two bots it's entirely possible but you need to switch your party to private. Which you wouldn't know unless you look in the damn preferences menu. I like that players can share ammo and resources. The card system adds replay value that competes with the l4d mod cummnity...though not quite as good. Give it time but definitely no regrets.… Expand
  3. Blue2hark
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    Jeu et beau très fluide sur pc RTX3080 RYZEN3600x 32ram un bon système avec les carte Decks a débloqué un jeu team play j'ai joué avec des inconnus un chapitre entier et tout c'est bien passé pas de mec débile a partir au fond de la map seul au contraire ça reste en groupe a suivre les Objectif un seul truc qui me fait triste les équipement d'arme viseurs... ne pouvons pas les transféréJeu et beau très fluide sur pc RTX3080 RYZEN3600x 32ram un bon système avec les carte Decks a débloqué un jeu team play j'ai joué avec des inconnus un chapitre entier et tout c'est bien passé pas de mec débile a partir au fond de la map seul au contraire ça reste en groupe a suivre les Objectif un seul truc qui me fait triste les équipement d'arme viseurs... ne pouvons pas les transféré sur une autre arme… Expand
  4. JeefBerky
    Nov 14, 2021
    8
    I'm not sure why this game gets so much hate. Very faithful to L4D in my eyes. Wasn't sure about the card system, but i enjoy making decks for different builds. Level design is good and gets better the further you progress. pretty solid weapon selection. Weapon modding is a nice touch. Weapons feel pretty "punchy" and I like the feel of each one. Looks and runs great on my PC. I think theI'm not sure why this game gets so much hate. Very faithful to L4D in my eyes. Wasn't sure about the card system, but i enjoy making decks for different builds. Level design is good and gets better the further you progress. pretty solid weapon selection. Weapon modding is a nice touch. Weapons feel pretty "punchy" and I like the feel of each one. Looks and runs great on my PC. I think the character personalities aren't terrible like some people claim. Will never top L4D 1 or 2's characters, but I don't find myself hating them.

    I think the gore could be better. L4d still has great gore effects, especially with explosions sending bodys flying unlike this game where they just turn to blood mist. The way special infected are spawned in 1 after another usually 2 of the same at a time is very frustrating at higher difficulties. No mod support means the longevity of the game is severely shortened. Just look how well L4D is doing on steam.

    Overall a very fun game    … Expand
  5. Malooga
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The biggest gripe I see with this game is “it’s repetitive” - news flash, every game is repetitive. It’s kind of the whole angle of video games. If you’re looking for the next L4D - here it is. The card system took some getting use to, the game could have done a better job at explaining that you’re meant to play through on “Easy” before you attempt higher difficulty….aside from that hiccup, it’s awesome. The story is ho-hum, but after some time with the game I can say the characters are the best we’ve had since OG L4D. The dialogue is varied and hilarious, the gunplay is sharp and the overall gameplay loop is extremely reminiscent of L4D. All that got added were cards (which are a lot of fun at higher difficulty levels) and the round-round “upgrade” mode like you see in any CS game. It actually works pretty well at keeping rounds fresh but stagnates a little when you’re waiting for human players to finish picking their load out. All in all an amazing game. One I was worried about after playing Beta but the amount of polish they managed to add between then and release makes me very hopeful this will be a well supported game. Despite angry community leeches that got it for free just to realize…”Oh no it’s not another Fortnite COD clone! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH”. 10/10… Expand
  6. StepHD
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    I was waiting for a game like this for years, a old school genre pioneered by the same team with Left 4 Dead but with some improvements in 2021, the cards system really adds to the replay ability and its fun to mess around like creating a Left 4 Dead no aiming and sprinting deck.

    Levels have good variations for launch, can't wait to see more! Microtransactions beign only cosmetics its    I was waiting for a game like this for years, a old school genre pioneered by the same team with Left 4 Dead but with some improvements in 2021, the cards system really adds to the replay ability and its fun to mess around like creating a Left 4 Dead no aiming and sprinting deck.

    Levels have good variations for launch, can't wait to see more!

    Microtransactions beign only cosmetics its something to love while beign able to unlock more stuff by playing too!

    Expectations met, i just love it and cant get enough of it!

    Back to slaying ridden i go!    … Expand
  7. MinePlay512
    Oct 8, 2021
    9
    So all in all, it may not be Left 4 Dead and while there are things missing, in the end however, Back 4 Blood is a very good game that is worth the time to play and recommend.
  8. TheSnaxlotl
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Super fun spiritual successor to left 4 dead! But way better graphics and improved gameplay.
  9. Becsby22
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    Back4blood does exactly what you would expect from the same team as Left4Dead. Its a gruesome and badass zombie shooter which has perfectly arrived in time for this years spooky season. The co-op is great and haven't had any issues gaining access to servers. The story is there but its not the most important or interesting story. I would imagine not many people are here for the story andBack4blood does exactly what you would expect from the same team as Left4Dead. Its a gruesome and badass zombie shooter which has perfectly arrived in time for this years spooky season. The co-op is great and haven't had any issues gaining access to servers. The story is there but its not the most important or interesting story. I would imagine not many people are here for the story and instead here for the gameplay. The new card mechanic mixes up the game play and can be overwhelming at first but the more you play the more you adjust to this system. I myself am having an absolute blast and cant wait to see what add ons they bring!!… Expand
  10. OnigiriP
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    Great game, the real evolution of L4D, while L4d offers a simpler fun experience, B4B takes that concept and expands it thanks to the card system the corruption cards makes every run different adding more challenges, stronger zombies or special infected and at the same time you get to buff your character with your own cards deck boosting your favorite playstyle.
  11. CadeNaillo
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    A great entry into a long dormant series. Some people are really nitpicking things like not being able to melee dead bodies, but no smart ass comments from the cleaners? Clearly turned off your audio. The characters are witty, funny, and have personality. The guns are all punchy and feel viable with an interesting rarity/attachment system that always makes me hesitate and consider when toA great entry into a long dormant series. Some people are really nitpicking things like not being able to melee dead bodies, but no smart ass comments from the cleaners? Clearly turned off your audio. The characters are witty, funny, and have personality. The guns are all punchy and feel viable with an interesting rarity/attachment system that always makes me hesitate and consider when to switch weapons and gear. The card system implements the deck builder rogue-lite aspect I love from games like Slay The Spire, which although obviously a remotely different game, Turtle Rock pulls it off beautifully in a way that makes almost any playstyle effective and worth trying. With only being in the first days of release, I'm sure minor bugs (which I personally haven't encountered) and smaller things people have gripes about will be fixed. I consider this game totally worth the cost, however I would heavily recommend playing with friends as the bots can be a bit incompetent, occasionally they do a great job, and other times they stand in the corner getting mauled before sprinting headlong into the nearest boomer/spitter amalgam.… Expand
  12. DarkShadow7102
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    So far I absolutely love the game. It is such an improvement over what the beta was and I am definitely glad I bought the deluxe edition. So far I've only played with friends just cause there is no solo progression currently, but they have tweeted out that they saw people were frustrated with that and are discussing ways to address the issue so hopefully solo progression will be in soon.So far I absolutely love the game. It is such an improvement over what the beta was and I am definitely glad I bought the deluxe edition. So far I've only played with friends just cause there is no solo progression currently, but they have tweeted out that they saw people were frustrated with that and are discussing ways to address the issue so hopefully solo progression will be in soon. The card system in the game is a little daunting as well, but once you get into it you begin to understand it more and enjoy it and each run does actually feel different because of the card system. Each corruption card which makes the enemies you face more difficult or you then have to deal with a new one altogether makes it more interesting and different for each playthrough, including the atmosphere changes, like the power is out or there is fog covering the map makes each run different and enjoyable. So besides the no solo progression the game has been a blast and I see myself playing this for a long time and I can't wait for future updates.… Expand
  13. adri92
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Divertido, muy entretenido, si en el futuro meten cosas para que no se quede corto en poco tiempo tendrá buena vida.
    Muy bien optimizado, y buenos graficos.
  14. Pawseth
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Good game but is more enjoyable with a group, campaign is fun and gives you a real challenge
  15. Jonathan117
    Oct 17, 2021
    9
    Truly a Left 4 dead 3 in all but name!

    The graphics and gameplay are top notch and quite similar to Left 4 Dead albeit way more responsive (think CoD or Battlefield) - which is great! Moreover the customizability is a huge improvement over the Left 4 Dead formula and the card system is quite brilliant. Thus far I have not encountered any major issues other than getting stomped the    Truly a Left 4 dead 3 in all but name!

    The graphics and gameplay are top notch and quite similar to Left 4 Dead albeit way more responsive (think CoD or Battlefield) - which is great!

    Moreover the customizability is a huge improvement over the Left 4 Dead formula and the card system is quite brilliant.

    Thus far I have not encountered any major issues other than getting stomped the first few times playing Veteran; team play is a must for the harder difficulty levels!

    A must buy for Left 4 Dead fans!    … Expand
  16. WR_104
    Oct 10, 2021
    8
    Back 4 4un !
    almost perfect game, if add more options in choosing servers and gamers too your team!
  17. Farbodltu2
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Great game its not as good as l4d2 but its still very fun game and i recommend this game
  18. alesz19
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Not as good as L4D. Equally chaotic and good. Special infected/riddends appear way too often and are too strong, customization on guns could have some work, and levels are not as iconice and varied, still, very fun to play with friends and can expect to get better.
  19. aalbasse
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Great game, don't listen to haterssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss
  20. SebaLG
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Really nice game. Is like the perfect Left 4 Die 3. I hope the game will get more free content in the future and mod support.
  21. jujupanda
    Oct 12, 2021
    9
    I got the game and enjoyed it. Usually even if a game is bad, I try to give it a chance. This was not the case here. I think its a natural evolution of L4D. I do get people being upset about the PVP , I havent tried swarm mode, I mostly like playing solo and just chilling out after work, just how I did L4D and for that I have enjoyed it. Gonna try playing this weekend with some friends andI got the game and enjoyed it. Usually even if a game is bad, I try to give it a chance. This was not the case here. I think its a natural evolution of L4D. I do get people being upset about the PVP , I havent tried swarm mode, I mostly like playing solo and just chilling out after work, just how I did L4D and for that I have enjoyed it. Gonna try playing this weekend with some friends and I expect it to be just as good. If you have gamepass its free on there and you can try it out.… Expand
  22. krasniyyy
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    Good game and I liked it. It looks like Left 4 Dead a little bit and don't have an atmosphere of this game but if we wouldn't look at it like a L4D's son, it's cool :3
  23. Anchel
    Oct 13, 2021
    8
    The game truly recaptures the feeling of playing Left 4 Dead with friends perfectly, perhaps sometimes sticking a bit too much to the original formula without creating too much of a different set of special zombies, but a fun game nevertheless.
    New additions like the card system (serviceable, adds some additional variety, but nothing to write home about) and the base camp with upgrades    The game truly recaptures the feeling of playing Left 4 Dead with friends perfectly, perhaps sometimes sticking a bit too much to the original formula without creating too much of a different set of special zombies, but a fun game nevertheless.
    New additions like the card system (serviceable, adds some additional variety, but nothing to write home about) and the base camp with upgrades are neat little touches that help make the game feel a bit more grounded and complete without detracting from the overall experience.
    The campaign feels like it has a good chunk of content to play through in co-op and the game is ready for further live updates that should keep players coming back for more.    … Expand
  24. niaccurshi
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    It takes Left4Dead and adds to it, while taking it in a slightly new direction. Feels the same to play this game as it felt to sit down and play Left4Dead all those years ago. Only now the story is tighter, the worldbuilding better, and the more modern game mechanics and game design improve the replayability and customisability of your game. The card system is a genius addition, lettingIt takes Left4Dead and adds to it, while taking it in a slightly new direction. Feels the same to play this game as it felt to sit down and play Left4Dead all those years ago. Only now the story is tighter, the worldbuilding better, and the more modern game mechanics and game design improve the replayability and customisability of your game. The card system is a genius addition, letting you play the way you want to play. And with how the games location has been set out, it's clear how the developers are going to be able to add to this game with more content to expand on the story we're being told.… Expand
  25. BirdofTruth
    Oct 14, 2021
    8
    Great game but with its flaws!

    Goods -gameplay feels smooth and responsive -solid frame rate (on console watch out for high FOV past 100) -console controls feel way better compared to the beta (it isn’t just a snap and shoot game anymore) -A lot of maps to play through (more then expected to be honest) -Card System adds a fun dynamic to gameplay letting you play the style you want to    Great game but with its flaws!

    Goods
    -gameplay feels smooth and responsive
    -solid frame rate (on console watch out for high FOV past 100)
    -console controls feel way better compared to the beta (it isn’t just a snap and shoot game anymore)
    -A lot of maps to play through (more then expected to be honest)
    -Card System adds a fun dynamic to gameplay letting you play the style you want to play
    - Ai Director does a great job (most of the time) with awesome random moments
    -Lots of guns that are fun to use (sawed off is a bit meh)
    - Audio sounds great especially when using 3D audio or surround sound
    - Replay value is high

    Bad
    -special ridden spawn rate is a bit excessive. It definitely needs to be toned down but not as much as the beta
    -special ridden can be a bit hard to distinguish. They need more character and sound effects to cue when one is nearby
    -Needs a 4th difficulty. The jump from Rookie to Veteran is insane. Especially with the spamming of “Special” Ridden.
    -Versus is okay nothing really special.
    -Single Player can’t get achievements or any progress in general. All cards are unlocked right out of the gate. -Always online game

    All together it is a very fun game. Don’t go into this expecting a story just like Left 4 Dead it is all about gameplay and replay ability. I hope versus campaign makes a come back but for now PVE is great. This game has a lot of potential I just hope they can iron things out soon and I believe this game can be amazing.    … Expand
  26. VG_Alex
    Oct 25, 2021
    8
    'Back 4 Blood' is still a good game in the first person shooting games with zombie theme. It provides a relatively short and refreshing stimulating experience, but the sustainable development of the game is not optimistic at present. This type of games needs workshop to maintain the development of the player community.

    Review of "Back 4 Blood" Graphic/Art: 8.5 Music/Sounds: 7    'Back 4 Blood' is still a good game in the first person shooting games with zombie theme. It provides a relatively short and refreshing stimulating experience, but the sustainable development of the game is not optimistic at present. This type of games needs workshop to maintain the development of the player community.

    Review of "Back 4 Blood"

    Graphic/Art: 8.5

    Music/Sounds: 7

    Narrative/Performance:6.5

    Gameplay: 8.5

    Score: 7.8 (+0.2)    … Expand
  27. aalrif
    Oct 30, 2021
    8
    Setelah bermain sekitar 10 jam, mungkin sudah waktunya untuk review, walaupun belum tamat sampai semua act. Back 4 blood adalah game yang seru, setiap act memiliki challenge yang random, membuatnya sulit untuk ditebak. Di gamenya ada sistem deck yang membuatnya menjadi grindy, kalau mau punya semua kartunya jadi harus main mulu. Namun, sistem decknya membuat kita lebih bebas untuk buildSetelah bermain sekitar 10 jam, mungkin sudah waktunya untuk review, walaupun belum tamat sampai semua act. Back 4 blood adalah game yang seru, setiap act memiliki challenge yang random, membuatnya sulit untuk ditebak. Di gamenya ada sistem deck yang membuatnya menjadi grindy, kalau mau punya semua kartunya jadi harus main mulu. Namun, sistem decknya membuat kita lebih bebas untuk build karakter yang kita pakai. Tidak disarankan untuk solo dan bermain dengan bot, lebih baik main sama teman atau random people.
    8.2/10    … Expand
  28. Masterprime2305
    Oct 13, 2021
    8
    Un videojuego que promete y cumple en parte de su fin, el ser un sucesor espiritual bueno, no perfecto del buen left 4 dead 2. Siendo en su defecto una buena alternativa para aquellos jugadores que desean el adquirir una experiencia similar a este ultimo juego mencionado pero en múltiples plataformas. Pese a ello, le falta en parte la mejora de alguno que otro detalle como lo es el agregarUn videojuego que promete y cumple en parte de su fin, el ser un sucesor espiritual bueno, no perfecto del buen left 4 dead 2. Siendo en su defecto una buena alternativa para aquellos jugadores que desean el adquirir una experiencia similar a este ultimo juego mencionado pero en múltiples plataformas. Pese a ello, le falta en parte la mejora de alguno que otro detalle como lo es el agregar mucho mas contenido.… Expand
  29. Raydercc7
    Oct 14, 2021
    8
    it's a good game with friends, it has a pretty good difficulty there was a lot of improvement since the beta it's a pretty good gaming experience just like left for dead, but with a new spark that lifts it
  30. xSkuLz
    Oct 16, 2021
    10
    I'm a old player that played l4d1-2 very active in the past. I also played the alpha and beta from back 4 blood and i love this game. turtlerock got a good game right there. what people still don't get is that back 4 blood isn't a new left 4 dead. It's a fully new game. so don't hate the game dead because you think thats not a new left 4 dead.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. GameSpace
    Feb 16, 2022
    70
    Back 4 Blood is one of those games that you don’t have to particularly worry about grinding, which is incredibly refreshing. Between grinding for in-game currency for dungeon gear in FFXIV, and trying to level up my weapons in Dauntless, it’s nice to have a game I can jump back into with my friends at any point in time and just play. It’s fast-paced, creative, and just all-around good fun. What’s not to love? The game has been out for a while, but that just means that the developers have had more time to listen to feedback and start fixing some of those bugs that have been bothering players.
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  2. Het Nieuwsblad
    Jan 6, 2022
    80
    Along the way, many mutated creatures cross your path. These include not only the classic slow undead, but whole hordes of super-fast and agile, bloodthirsty zombies - called ridden in the game - to gigantic monstrosities that can send you to oblivion with a single punch. Those nine different types of opponents provide enough variety in the challenges to keep the game engaging for hours.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Nov 30, 2021
    66
    One step forward, two steps back, couple steps to the side with some awkward shuffling thrown in-between – that’s how Back 4 Blood feels compared to Left 4 Dead. Card-based power-up system is the only interesting thing about it. [Issue#256, p.40]
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