Left 4 Dead 2: The Passing

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  • Summary: (Dowloadable Content) Left 4 Dead 2’s "The Passing" brings the original Left 4 Dead Survivors down south for a meeting with the L4D2 cast, while delivering new single-player, multiplayer and co-operative gameplay.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. IGN
    85
    An excellent, meaningful addition to Left 4 Dead 2, and worth the 560 Microsoft Point asking price.
  2. Gamer Limit
    85
    The downfall is that you can only play the same level so many times before the excitement begins to wane. But regardless, it’s definitely worth the asking price. You’d be foolish not to pick it up.
  3. Gamer 2.0
    85
    Mutation mode is tons of fun for the Infected as it allows you to truly feel dominating, but the real adrenaline rush is for the Survivors, who have to communicate and have fast reflexes in order to survive.
  4. Multiplayer.it
    75
    The Passing adds good quality, three maps campaign and a couple of new competitive modes that worth the price on the 360 console and are a gift on the PC. Good work Vale, good work.
  5. Gameplanet
    75
    I'd suggest that if you managed to make it through the entire game the first time around, then you owe it to yourself to purchase The Passing. Sure, it's short, but the mutation mode is set to add a heap of gameplay over the coming months, so get on board sooner rather than later.
  6. Pelit (Finland)
    72
    Left 4 Dead 2: The Passing is a bit better than Crash Course DLC for Left 4 Dead, but only barely. Three levels is still too few for a campaign and the potential drama from the original survivors isn't used up to its potential. Also the campaign is filled with the least desirable ideas from Left 4 Dead, like annoying perma-panic in shallow water and yet another scavenge-type ending. Maybe next time we'll finally get something decent, Valve? [June 2010]
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  7. Edge Magazine
    60
    It's just a shame that this unique combination of still-alivers didn't result in something truly innovative.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 2 out of 8
  1. BrowniePoints
    May 28, 2011
    10
    I absolutely loved the passing. It's th first time that there are more survivors alive than just your group. I loved the witty references adnI absolutely loved the passing. It's th first time that there are more survivors alive than just your group. I loved the witty references adn the m60 is my new favourite gun. The golf club is a valuable addition to the vast group of melee weapons. I also love the patches that have been introduced along with the game. The infected bots for versus are great. The fallen survior is a cool new uncommon common. I loved it and the best thing about it is that it is free!!!… Expand
  2. auhodenosor
    Feb 11, 2012
    10
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  4. Ciocolici
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    "The Passing" DLC for Left 4 Dead 2 is not too shabby; it may not reach the same heights as some of the other content in the game, but it"The Passing" DLC for Left 4 Dead 2 is not too shabby; it may not reach the same heights as some of the other content in the game, but it still offers an enjoyable and entertaining campaign. I for one loved it. The campaign introduces a crossover of sorts, allowing you to encounter the original Left 4 Dead survivors during your journey. It's a nice touch that adds a layer of depth to the story and provides a nostalgic nod to the first game.… Expand
  5. ERB
    Jul 30, 2013
    8
    Why did Bill died.He is my favorite character in The Left 4 Dead series.Why did Bill died.He is my favorite character in The Left 4 Dead series. … Expand
  6. D.S.
    May 5, 2010
    5
    What you get is a campaign that just seems like a more polished version of a custom addon campaign. It has its fair share of technical What you get is a campaign that just seems like a more polished version of a custom addon campaign. It has its fair share of technical problems, and its far, far too easy, except for the sudden, but satisfying difficulty curve at the end of the campaign. What really irks me though, is that there seems to be so much unused potential here. There seems to be no reason to "reunite" the survivors, as it just leads to some tedious lines of dialogue that have no importance to the overall story. Also, there is no actual interaction between the other survivors or any "wow cool!" moments in the campaign, since you will just be running through boring streets the entire campaign until you reach the underwhelimg ending.… Expand
  7. Dylanmc12
    Mar 3, 2011
    4
    It should of just been DLC. Nothing's changed, theres some new mechanic's but other than that, it's basically the same, artsy Co-op FPS. TheIt should of just been DLC. Nothing's changed, theres some new mechanic's but other than that, it's basically the same, artsy Co-op FPS. The reason why L4D is good is because it's one of the few games where the Co-op is "Good". Your team is actually needed rather than some 10 year old following you stealing all the First-Aid-Kit's and RPG Ammo.… Expand
  8. MaxB
    Apr 25, 2010
    4
    Kind of a "meh" experience. It was fun to see the new survivors, and the witch in a dress.. But there was nothing much else that stood out. Kind of a "meh" experience. It was fun to see the new survivors, and the witch in a dress.. But there was nothing much else that stood out. The L4D1 survivors say nothing about Bill's death, they seem rather happy too. It's strange. The new "gamemode" isn't much of a gamemode as it is a rehash of previously made ones, I don't see much potential in it. Overall, it was sure as hell better than Crash Course. Let's just wait and see what they'll do the for L4D1 Passing DLC.… Expand

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