Left 4 Dead

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  1. sevologyK.
    Jan 25, 2009
    7
    I am someone who has played this game for hours upon hours, and I have to say that it is a semi - disappointment. I cannot give this game anything above 8 even though I'm not saying it's a bad game. The content is just extremely limited and if you were to run through all the levels without zombies you'd get a sense of how small the levels actually are. Quite the opposite of I am someone who has played this game for hours upon hours, and I have to say that it is a semi - disappointment. I cannot give this game anything above 8 even though I'm not saying it's a bad game. The content is just extremely limited and if you were to run through all the levels without zombies you'd get a sense of how small the levels actually are. Quite the opposite of what valve had written in their game description, boasting about the huge levels. Finding a decent server to play on takes a while due to the general lack of players, unstable dedicated servers, and getting connected to lag-infested servers across the world. They tried to get rid of repetitive play by supposedly introducing an AI director, which spawns zombies and guns at different locations every time you play, but it really doesn't help out. Repetition tends to be alright for most multi-player gaming (like counterstrike), but it's unacceptable for a game like l4d since it's a freaking co-op game. The biggest problem I have with this game is the price that it was sold for. Valve really took advantage of the community by charging $50, releasing a game that can be completed in the same hour range as portal. The biggest disappointment would probably be the versus gameplay. I have never played anything more stupid in my life. Survivors generally have a huge advantage over special infected, and you'll find yourself dying often until you get a tank. If you can't kill them with the tank, chances are they'll win the level. They really should have focused on making the maps larger and introducing vehicles for this game, instead of making the special infected playable. It's fun puking on the survivors as a boomer for the first 5 minutes, then it's just monotony and boredom. By writing this review I am not saying this is a bad game, but it is without a doubt, a VERY INCOMPLETE game.… Expand
  2. DirkH
    Jan 25, 2009
    9
    This game delivers exactly what it promises: fast paced cooperative game play. Easy to pick-up and very immersive. Perfectly captures the atmosphere of old zombie B-movies. One of the best cooperative games on the market. Another sublime game from Valve. If more content will become available in the future then this game's rating could raise to 10.
  3. ChrisP
    Jan 23, 2009
    8
    This is a great game. The AI Is not however very smart because it spawns a tank right behind you and then your whole team is dead. The Music is great and all the 7 weapons are very simple Shotgun for close hits Assault rifles for mid range hits and sniper for long ranged hits. And the way they make pistols have infinite ammo is great.
  4. RayongG
    Jan 23, 2009
    10
    Very good game, but slow update. Anyway 10/10 because i enjoy it really much, can't stop playing it. And at least, the best game I ever see. Must be played to be judge.
  5. JosephW
    Jan 20, 2009
    10
    This game is amazing for the first week or 2 you get it but it bores easily with no new maps being released due to the fact that the SDK is no where near release, but if you leave it alone for a week or 2 then come back you will realise what fun you have missed, if you have a good computer then be sure to crank up those graphics for a scary and brill time if you have a bad computer just This game is amazing for the first week or 2 you get it but it bores easily with no new maps being released due to the fact that the SDK is no where near release, but if you leave it alone for a week or 2 then come back you will realise what fun you have missed, if you have a good computer then be sure to crank up those graphics for a scary and brill time if you have a bad computer just crank em down and have fun.… Expand
  6. RoyW
    Jan 20, 2009
    10
    I have been playing this game for 2 weeks and clocked around 52hours of game play, this game has the perfect team work. You cannot solo play this game, You have 5 awesome campaigns to go through with a team online, or single player with your team as bots. SDK has not yet been released but already maps and new skins are in the making by users. If you can get it under $50 say $40 it's I have been playing this game for 2 weeks and clocked around 52hours of game play, this game has the perfect team work. You cannot solo play this game, You have 5 awesome campaigns to go through with a team online, or single player with your team as bots. SDK has not yet been released but already maps and new skins are in the making by users. If you can get it under $50 say $40 it's very worth it. Pros: The game is set as-if you were in a movie, Team work, Voice chat, Voice commands, controls, controller support, unlimited pistol bullets. Easy to join games, the community is very good, not to harsh on new comers to the game. Easy vote kick options for griefers. When you die you get locked in a room, your team can rescue you. Cons: No SDK yet, limited 5 campaigns, versus has limited 2 campaigns (which will increase in the future), limited 4 weapons 3 primary and one secondary pistol. Overall: Great game! must have for zombie lovers.… Expand
  7. Em_JW
    Jan 20, 2009
    10
    I haven't read the reviews here, but its rated 9.5 / 10 at the moment.
    I'm not going to elaborate too much, but... I love this game.
    I'll just hit the high points (and boy are they significant) -it runs great on almost all hardware -it looks gorgeous -massively replayable -incredibly entertaining -challenging, but not frustrating -entertaining and fun    I haven't read the reviews here, but its rated 9.5 / 10 at the moment.
    I'm not going to elaborate too much, but... I love this game.
    I'll just hit the high points (and boy are they significant)

    -it runs great on almost all hardware
    -it looks gorgeous
    -massively replayable
    -incredibly entertaining
    -challenging, but not frustrating
    -entertaining and fun
    -stylized and creative

    Did I mention that I really love this game? What an awesome piece of code. Massive respect for valve.    … Expand
  8. RegoHurtado
    Jan 15, 2009
    10
    When I go out and purchase a game today, I look for RE-PLAY VALUE. What I mean by this is how many times am I going to come back to my computer and instead of studying, play L4D. I am on the verge of dropping out of college because of this game, it is the best. ( lol jk. ) But this game really has tons of replay value and if you want a game thats fun and you finally have to depend on yourWhen I go out and purchase a game today, I look for RE-PLAY VALUE. What I mean by this is how many times am I going to come back to my computer and instead of studying, play L4D. I am on the verge of dropping out of college because of this game, it is the best. ( lol jk. ) But this game really has tons of replay value and if you want a game thats fun and you finally have to depend on your team, get L4D. Best game ever.… Expand
  9. RobA
    Jan 15, 2009
    8
    Great fun if you love shooting zombies. I do! Graphics, sound, zombie/human interplay is good. Versus mode is fun. If the interface and achievements worked properly, I'd rate it 9 or 10. Some of the achievements don't work, due to buggy starts on the campaigns for most people. Try restarting the game when everyone is in. The interface is not so good. It gives no choice for what Great fun if you love shooting zombies. I do! Graphics, sound, zombie/human interplay is good. Versus mode is fun. If the interface and achievements worked properly, I'd rate it 9 or 10. Some of the achievements don't work, due to buggy starts on the campaigns for most people. Try restarting the game when everyone is in. The interface is not so good. It gives no choice for what kind of server you'll be tossed into. There's nothing to prevent you from ending up in some lame-brain's custom map. The interface can't seem to figure out if the server is full, back at lobby after a game, on someone's laptop or anything, and so gives you super-laggy servers or disconnects after connecting you. And if it can't find a good connection, it tries 10 times over a few minutes... won't let you cancel the search, and then tells you what you already know; that the server isn't there. New maps please.… Expand
  10. RJ
    Jan 14, 2009
    10
    Finily Someone remembered how to make a Mutiplayer Shooter game thats not just Deathmatch or Team Deathmatch! It is a nice return to the Co-op days of Doom2. Many of the other shooter with a story arc should remember not everyone in to Deathmatch some of us just like sitting down with a few friends and take on the bad guys and not each other.
  11. JamesFletcher
    Jan 13, 2009
    10
    How could the critics be so... critical? An amazing shooter compaired to other FPS games, but more importantly focus' on teamwork rather than heroism... Brilliant. n.b I have had no performance or technical issues with this game (which makes a refreshing change) Cheers Valve! - JF England
  12. AlexGreenberg
    Jan 13, 2009
    10
    This game is one of Valve's best offerings to date! The game's atmosphere, complimented with the excellent music to create tension, achieve a kind of game experience rivaled by Half Life 2, in terms of story. You being dropped immidialy into a zombie apocalypse is a great choice, and plays extremly well. This almost feels like training for the real zombie apoclypse. HopefullyThis game is one of Valve's best offerings to date! The game's atmosphere, complimented with the excellent music to create tension, achieve a kind of game experience rivaled by Half Life 2, in terms of story. You being dropped immidialy into a zombie apocalypse is a great choice, and plays extremly well. This almost feels like training for the real zombie apoclypse. Hopefully this is as close as we'll get. Great job Valve! Can't wait for the DLC!… Expand
  13. ThomasP
    Jan 13, 2009
    9
    I got this game for Christmas and I have to say, I am addicted to it. There are only 4 levels (apparently they are meant to be releasing more) but it never gets old. Shooting zombies to hell, watching their heads explode and limbs get blown off. Fantastic. It's particularly good when people are on headsets, because they can talk faster and makes it funnier because of this. They can I got this game for Christmas and I have to say, I am addicted to it. There are only 4 levels (apparently they are meant to be releasing more) but it never gets old. Shooting zombies to hell, watching their heads explode and limbs get blown off. Fantastic. It's particularly good when people are on headsets, because they can talk faster and makes it funnier because of this. They can also co-ordinate attacks, which is particularly important on vs or expert mode. Vs mode for me is brilliant, I love it, being the special infected, trying to kill the survivors is really fun. However, for me, there isn't enough special infected. There's only 3 special infected and you don't get to choose which one you want to be. There is the occasional tank as well that you get to control, but that's it I love this game, but it's because there are only 3 special infected, that it gets a 9.… Expand
  14. SeanB.
    Jan 12, 2009
    10
    At first the game seems like its pretty boring. You just run through specific routes and shoot things and go Ooo..blood. Which is pretty true about single player. However, upon playing online in both campaign and versus mode the random set ups of the bots, and the versus vast swapping system round to round, it actually makes the game very replayable. The best thing to anticipate will be At first the game seems like its pretty boring. You just run through specific routes and shoot things and go Ooo..blood. Which is pretty true about single player. However, upon playing online in both campaign and versus mode the random set ups of the bots, and the versus vast swapping system round to round, it actually makes the game very replayable. The best thing to anticipate will be if Source releases the SDK so that mod levels can be created and make it even more addictive. Akin to RTCW:ET which is still continuously being played to this day.… Expand
  15. kaiyan
    Jan 11, 2009
    10
    I love this game. I will admit after playing the levels a few times you do feel that it becomes a little mundane. I think that if you were able to increase the flow of zombies not just the damage they do(the difference between difficulties besides the fact that you 1 shot your team mates on accident on expert) it would make the game more fun as well. Hoping for more maps to come.
  16. BrandonS
    Jan 8, 2009
    9
    L4D is one of those games which leaves you wanting for more, again and again and again. The physics are great, and gameplay is well balanced. The excellent co-op experience forces you to work together, as some zombies leave you helpless and you need your team to save you. Now on to the cons: The game after some long hours of playing gets a bit boring (as it does with all games in this L4D is one of those games which leaves you wanting for more, again and again and again. The physics are great, and gameplay is well balanced. The excellent co-op experience forces you to work together, as some zombies leave you helpless and you need your team to save you. Now on to the cons: The game after some long hours of playing gets a bit boring (as it does with all games in this world). Even with the AI director you always know which places a speical zombieusually spawns around, but to me those are only minor things. And to Steele X, dont vote a zero to "balance it out" thats just being a J@ck @$$.… Expand
  17. IanGrahame
    Jan 8, 2009
    9
    I find it humorous that so many idiots were so very compelled to come here and give 'Left 4 Dead' a 0 to "contradict the other reviews." What kind empty, pathetic lives do you lead? Anyway, as I've sort of hinted, discount the "0's" in here. (Hey, even the one guy admitted "would have given this game a 6-7 out of 10" but he apparently had to "balance out all the other I find it humorous that so many idiots were so very compelled to come here and give 'Left 4 Dead' a 0 to "contradict the other reviews." What kind empty, pathetic lives do you lead? Anyway, as I've sort of hinted, discount the "0's" in here. (Hey, even the one guy admitted "would have given this game a 6-7 out of 10" but he apparently had to "balance out all the other guys." 'Left 4 Dead' is a masterful shooter. The gameplay is terrifically intense, yes, there are only four "movies" to play through, each one has tremendous replayability. It changes each and every time it is played. The music is just awesome. Incredibly ominous stuff, that. And though the the number of movies is certainly a flaw, it is absolutely NOT a reason to pass by 'Left 4 Dead'. This is the closest we're gonna get to an actual zombie apocalypse. Probably :)… Expand
  18. AnonymousMC
    Jan 7, 2009
    3
    This game is worth to playing but I think free demo will be enough. Old Source engine, mostly tiny maps and rutiin gameplay with free CS:S mod gameplay in mind totally ruin all Valve's attempt to make this mod anyhow better. You are damn lucky person if you don't get totally bored of this game after 20 hours of total game time.
  19. Kookoocachoo
    Jan 7, 2009
    10
    To Steele X, your rating system is completely illogical so therefore your entire post is worthless and should be removed. "But the game worked differently than what I thought it would be..." so you gave it a ZERO?!!! One of the best CO-OP games around, no wonder no one wants to play with you steele X, you're a whiny *&^%&!
  20. GeoffC.
    Jan 6, 2009
    5
    I must be the oldest Bill playing this game... I had lots of fun learning the game but now am tired of the struggle: I see no comments about the shortcomings so maybe no one is using the mouse and keyboard like I have to. The frustration is in the crossover reality shortcomings: the weapons are mismatched and the people are as well. Why can't I run faster than the Tank? I should at I must be the oldest Bill playing this game... I had lots of fun learning the game but now am tired of the struggle: I see no comments about the shortcomings so maybe no one is using the mouse and keyboard like I have to. The frustration is in the crossover reality shortcomings: the weapons are mismatched and the people are as well. Why can't I run faster than the Tank? I should at least be on par so I can dodge the stupid thing. And the best gun is the repeating shotgun and the worst is the pump action shotgun. The best weapon Should be the AR-15(M16) but it is not really here except as a visual. I think the programmers should portray it as a pellet pistol because that's all the damage I can do with the game version! The programmers should go out and try some of the guns at the shooting range or at least talk to people familiar with the weapons. I have a problem with the reality of changing the magazine and clearing a dud round etc, but give me a 300 round can and not the 50 round, or give a realistic hit level for the zombies. 4000 hits to take down a Tank!?Way too much. For Example,with the AR-15, I can kill you with less than the 20 rounds in a small clip in about 5 seconds, break every bone in your body and you'd be dead before the 10th round; so 4000 hits without any visible damage and having to change clips at least 20 times in teamwork or depend on fire or something else to stop the attack, is crazy. I also would like to carry more than one pipebomb, trudging around to get another one takes too much time, I would even give up some ammo for the weight. it's too frustrating mixing reality with fantasy, I guess I hate being at a disadvantage with superior firepower, it doesn't make much sense. Last note on weapons; there is a NATO option to have a mix of AP and tracer bullets for the M16, let's get some!… Expand
  21. Ekizel
    Jan 6, 2009
    8
    Steele X when giving his rating of '0', obviously has played the game for about 5 minutes prior to him rating it. I can say this with utmost confidence, because the game uses an "AI director" which randomizes item spawns, horde spawns, and even whether a witch or a tank spawns within the level. Also, I fail to see the logic of rating it based on the players you played with, Steele X when giving his rating of '0', obviously has played the game for about 5 minutes prior to him rating it. I can say this with utmost confidence, because the game uses an "AI director" which randomizes item spawns, horde spawns, and even whether a witch or a tank spawns within the level. Also, I fail to see the logic of rating it based on the players you played with, rather than the actual content of the game itself. That aside.... The game is a great concept on paper, uses the source engine so most players will have good visuals and a solid framerate, however there are a few oversights in the implementation that needs to be addressed before I give this game a 9-10. The first being melee attacks. Survivors can spam melee attacks and be almost invincible against regular zombies, and makes hunters getting a pounce in rather challenging in many parts of the maps. There are several exploits, and due to the nature of the game's matchmaking system, players may find themselves having their entire campaign ruined by a 4 year old who thinks hes so cool by spawning 20 hunter bots and watching them destroy the survivors. The game also somewhat lacks content at the moment. On release, there are 4 campaigns, 2 of which have "versus" mode, a mode where 4 players play as special infected zombies and try to stop the survivors, then they switch every round and whoever with the most points at the end, wins. These campaigns last about 1-2 hours, but with only 2 currently available for the versus mode, right now it can get a bit repetitive. All in all, a great game, a must-get for any zombie fan, but the decision to buy now or to wait for a price drop and a few patches is a decision to each their own.… Expand
  22. JasonY
    Jan 6, 2009
    10
    How can you NOT like this game? It's one of the most incredible and addictive gaming experiences I've ever had! The four campaigns may seen limited at first, but once you start playing for a period of time, you will start to appreciate the genius and replayability of it. Of the four modes, Campaign (work with four other human players to complete a campaign), Versus (play as the How can you NOT like this game? It's one of the most incredible and addictive gaming experiences I've ever had! The four campaigns may seen limited at first, but once you start playing for a period of time, you will start to appreciate the genius and replayability of it. Of the four modes, Campaign (work with four other human players to complete a campaign), Versus (play as the survivors and the boss infected to gain points), and Single-Player (play a campaign with computer players). Of those three, versus as the most replayability, and I found myself playing this mode for hours without noticing. Even if you played for a whole week stopping only to eat, you wouldn't feel like you've played enough, and you'll be dreaming about it in your sleep. It's THAT good. There are plenty of achievements to obtain, and that'll definitely keep you going for many happy months, maybe even years, and if there are expansion packs, it'll keep you going for longer. So those of you who rated this game 0 just can't appreciate excellent co-op gaming. Don't just get the demo, get the GAME. Absorb the gameplay, and you'll end up loving every moment of it. you'll even be laughing your ass off when you get knocked off the roof by the tank, I know I was.… Expand
  23. RyanJ.
    Jan 5, 2009
    6
    An excellent movie intro that falters in real gaming content. While shooting zombies the first few hours is quite fun and a decent change of pace to the typical FPS, the repetition eventually makes the player a zombie. I was not expecting a co-op only game so I docked points for no single player content or poor decision making single player characters (take your pick). While I find the An excellent movie intro that falters in real gaming content. While shooting zombies the first few hours is quite fun and a decent change of pace to the typical FPS, the repetition eventually makes the player a zombie. I was not expecting a co-op only game so I docked points for no single player content or poor decision making single player characters (take your pick). While I find the expert mode the only challenge for my FPS experience level, the lower difficulties help newbies get their feet wet and can make the game both humorous and frustrating. The server interface is non existent. Way too much reliance on dedicated servers that shut down without warning, crash and glitch often and usually match you with the highest ping server possible. Finding a suitable game often becomes a chore, sometimes sitting in a lobby for 5 minutes waiting for a search to finish. I've found hosting local games more reliable, but the players that get placed are usually on the other coast or out of country which gives them poor pings. Historically valve has done a decent job in patching the multiplayer experience and I hope this is not the exception. Like Return to Castle Wolfenstein multiplayer, the game is heavily reliant on a teamwork environment so having just one weak player usually means restarting levels often fueling the frustration to find better gaming partners. Server hopping seems to be normal. This game certainly does not apply to the Gung-Ho, Rambo style players. The $50.00 price tag seems a bit steep for the overall entertainment value.… Expand
  24. MichaelT
    Jan 4, 2009
    10
    I consider myself a hardcore Online FPSer starting from Doom, Quake, CS, DOD and TF2. NO online game has Ever been as fun as this. Aging engine, i couldn't even tell. Physics are superb, character are Excellent. And the Coop is far beyond that of any coop game out there. The VS mode is the most fun i have ever had on a single game. I have caught myself screaming into the mike like my I consider myself a hardcore Online FPSer starting from Doom, Quake, CS, DOD and TF2. NO online game has Ever been as fun as this. Aging engine, i couldn't even tell. Physics are superb, character are Excellent. And the Coop is far beyond that of any coop game out there. The VS mode is the most fun i have ever had on a single game. I have caught myself screaming into the mike like my team mates, "Get in here!! Close the D**m Door!" IMO No Online coop game is nearly as satisfying as this one. Massively underrated by the critics. A must have!!!!… Expand
  25. CodyG.
    Jan 4, 2009
    10
    All you idiots that vote 0 need to actually get to know the game. this is a fast paced shooter game not for the weak. this game will literally work against you with the ai director at its disposal with out team work in this game the ai director will pick you all off 1 by one until the games over. but yeah this is probably one of the best buys for pc or xbox if you are looking for some great fun
  26. 2mer2Lacrapul3
    Jan 4, 2009
    10
    Vraiment un tres bon jeux, dommage toute foix que des gamins n'ayant pas l'age requis, ce retrouve sur la partie online, ou coordination et esprit d'equipe devrais reigner, et au lieu de ca c'est le cahot et le desordre sur 75% des parties, tk, gars qui ce croivent indestructible et parte solo, troullard qui ce planque a la moindre occase et laisse les autres ce battre Vraiment un tres bon jeux, dommage toute foix que des gamins n'ayant pas l'age requis, ce retrouve sur la partie online, ou coordination et esprit d'equipe devrais reigner, et au lieu de ca c'est le cahot et le desordre sur 75% des parties, tk, gars qui ce croivent indestructible et parte solo, troullard qui ce planque a la moindre occase et laisse les autres ce battre seul, non vraiment merci les parents stupide, qui prenne les ordinateurs comme babysiter, ou moyen de ce debarasser de leurs progenitures, sans regarder l'age necessaire et casi obligatoir, grace a vous ce jeux vas devenir une m......, et seras bientot injouable.… Expand
  27. AnonymousMC
    Jan 4, 2009
    6
    A great game overall.
    Pretty good AI and good graphics.
    You get tired of the regular co-op pretty quickly. For the rest of your time you will be playing versus which is basically the same thing except that you play as Infected as well. As for the storyline there is none. I was originally going to give it an 8. But right now there's about 7 exploits for this game which can    A great game overall.
    Pretty good AI and good graphics.

    You get tired of the regular co-op pretty quickly.
    For the rest of your time you will be playing versus which is basically the same thing except that you play as Infected as well.
    As for the storyline there is none.

    I was originally going to give it an 8.
    But right now there's about 7 exploits for this game which can easily be used and is constantly used. But still no patch even though it's been 2-3 weeks since these exploits started.

    Also i didn't like that Valve falsely advertised in their demo with "10 New weapons"
    There's only 5 weapons in the game.
    I don't see how grenades, props and the mounted gun are counted as actual weapons rather than being fire support. That's why i gave it a 6.

    It's a good game but it just feels like Valve could have done better.    … Expand
  28. Josh
    Jan 4, 2009
    9
    Okay. Everyone says this game is boring. Wtf?! I have played pretty much every zombie game out there and RE4 and Left 4 Dead are the two best ones. The only problem is that Easy, Regular, and Advanced are cake and Expert requires intense and well used team work.

    This game is so much fun online and I plan to play it for more months to come.
  29. DavidE
    Jan 4, 2009
    9
    Very fun game, youll get addicted to it. Single player mode is a blast, but the real fun is in multiplayer. When you have 4 guys yelling into the mike saying to help them while youre fighting a tank is a blast (it really is). My only problem I found was that in versus mode you can get a little lag and it can throw off aiming and can drag on a little near the end. All in all, one of the Very fun game, youll get addicted to it. Single player mode is a blast, but the real fun is in multiplayer. When you have 4 guys yelling into the mike saying to help them while youre fighting a tank is a blast (it really is). My only problem I found was that in versus mode you can get a little lag and it can throw off aiming and can drag on a little near the end. All in all, one of the best games of 2008.… Expand
  30. GeneralA.
    Jan 3, 2009
    9
    This game is great - I haven't been able to play the multiplayer yet, but from just the single-player with AI teammates I can already see how awesome this game is. There's just something intrinsically satisfying about being swarmed by a ton of zombies, only to blast them all down with a combat shotty. The hitboxes are a little screwy on your teammates, as sometimes they get hit This game is great - I haven't been able to play the multiplayer yet, but from just the single-player with AI teammates I can already see how awesome this game is. There's just something intrinsically satisfying about being swarmed by a ton of zombies, only to blast them all down with a combat shotty. The hitboxes are a little screwy on your teammates, as sometimes they get hit by friendly fire even when your reticule is not over them, but it's not game-breaking by any means. The only reason I didn't give it a 10 is because this game /forces/ you to play it online if you want to get the best experience out of it. Yes, it is a co-op zombie shooter - John S, you didn't play the multiplayer, how can you rate this game poorly when you haven't even touched the main feature? Granted I haven't played multiplayer yet, but I'm intelligent enough to see that the multiplayer would be great (provided your teammates weren't idiots!). John, all I can say is, you fail. Epically.… Expand
  31. RockonStratos
    Jan 3, 2009
    8
    I have to say, while this is a very fun co-op game and extremely unique, the lack of content at release prevents me from giving it a 10. I think that once VALVe releases the SDK, the community will be able to fill in the gaps, but until that point it's a little stunted.
  32. SteadyEddy
    Jan 3, 2009
    9
    Left 4 Dead is a Co-operative survival horror game, by Valve, renown for their games such as the Half-life series, Counter Strike and Team Fortress 2. Left 4 Dead is another promising Gem entering Valve's legacy. Name: Left 4 Dead Players: 1-4 (Co-operatively) 1-8 (Competitively) RRP: £24.99 Developer: Valve Publisher: Valve Genre: Action/Survival Horror Release Date: 21st Left 4 Dead is a Co-operative survival horror game, by Valve, renown for their games such as the Half-life series, Counter Strike and Team Fortress 2. Left 4 Dead is another promising Gem entering Valve's legacy. Name: Left 4 Dead Players: 1-4 (Co-operatively) 1-8 (Competitively) RRP: £24.99 Developer: Valve Publisher: Valve Genre: Action/Survival Horror Release Date: 21st November (18th November if purchased from Steam) -=Story=- The story is brief but does not really affect the game play at all. It's the usual modern day zombie survival story, scene in such films as 28 Days Later or The Dawn of the Dead, where an infectious virus has been released into the world populous (this case an aggressive strain of rabies) turning many into aggressive, mindless hordes, bent on murdering those who still remain alive. It's not a ground-breaking Indie storyline, but it sets the stage for the various scenarios. You play from the perspective of four survivors: Bill the old Vietnam veteran, Zoey a sentimental young lady, Francis a hot-header biker and Louis your typical store manage, the characters themselves are personalised and you… Expand
  33. ConnorBeard
    Jan 2, 2009
    2
    Iam Giving this game a 2. I think this game is overrated and for the frist time Valve have done a Bad job.i went on the demo with some friends, COMPLETED it on my first Attempt on Expert on our first go, both missions.I Honestly thought it was too easy.its just shooting zombie after zombie after zombie.but despite this i thought oh well there is sure to be more levels/wepons/monsters. IIam Giving this game a 2. I think this game is overrated and for the frist time Valve have done a Bad job.i went on the demo with some friends, COMPLETED it on my first Attempt on Expert on our first go, both missions.I Honestly thought it was too easy.its just shooting zombie after zombie after zombie.but despite this i thought oh well there is sure to be more levels/wepons/monsters. I aleady have the Valvepack so i dont have to pay for Valve games. and iam glad Because i wouldnt pay for the game. i went on it same everything apart from somemore missions.i Mean theres no bosses. no extra monsters for the full game. ALSO Theres 4 Wepons!?!?!?!?! i mean 4 wepons? i was expecting;- more shotguns,RPGs maybe? More machine guns maybe baseball bats and crowbars.ao thats the reason i scored a 2/10… Expand
  34. spongebobsquarepants
    Jan 2, 2009
    10
    This is a epic game, this is far more intense you get in no big intro no long speeches just zombie killing all way through, thats why i gave it 10 cause its an great game and one of the best works made by Valve, i have also played hl2, hl1, tf2 but this is far more fun when you have friends to play with. Singleplayer can be a little boring thats why you can complete the game with friends This is a epic game, this is far more intense you get in no big intro no long speeches just zombie killing all way through, thats why i gave it 10 cause its an great game and one of the best works made by Valve, i have also played hl2, hl1, tf2 but this is far more fun when you have friends to play with. Singleplayer can be a little boring thats why you can complete the game with friends or random players, also the versus mode is also quite impressing and fun, without a mic or fast typing skills it can be a little hard tho, but its no biggy.… Expand
  35. AS
    Jan 1, 2009
    8
    Great fun while it lasts. There's 4 campaigns with 5 chapters in each. Beating each campaign will take on average maybe 1 hour so that's only 4 hours all up. The game is fun but it's short and once you've beaten it, you'll probably move onto another game due to it's somewhat repetitive gameplay. The lower difficulties are pretty boring because they're Great fun while it lasts. There's 4 campaigns with 5 chapters in each. Beating each campaign will take on average maybe 1 hour so that's only 4 hours all up. The game is fun but it's short and once you've beaten it, you'll probably move onto another game due to it's somewhat repetitive gameplay. The lower difficulties are pretty boring because they're too easy so you just go around blowing zombies without a challenge. The higher difficulties makes it more fun as it's more challenging but still, after beating them there's not that much to keep you coming back. There aren't that many weapons either. The co-op aspect of it is fun and is exciting when playing whichever campaign for the first time, but once you know what the map is like, it's not as exciting. Graphics are real nice, HL2:Ep2 style. The game however is not worth $50 compared to other PC games you can buy off steam which have a higher replayability. I think it should be $30 MAX.… Expand
  36. GebS
    Jan 1, 2009
    3
    This game was fun for about 30 hours, but now all the low ping servers are always full, and everyone is too good at versus except me, since I still like to play more casually instead of pro. I rated low to try balance out the vast amount of 10s. I do not think this game deserves a 10, probably a 8.0

    I was very disappointed that it did not ship with an SDK, I was hoping it would. When    This game was fun for about 30 hours, but now all the low ping servers are always full, and everyone is too good at versus except me, since I still like to play more casually instead of pro. I rated low to try balance out the vast amount of 10s. I do not think this game deserves a 10, probably a 8.0

    I was very disappointed that it did not ship with an SDK, I was hoping it would. When the SDK and DLc come out, I'll start playing again, but until that time it's back to CSS    … Expand
  37. HaiGuise
    Jan 1, 2009
    9
    This game is amazing... I can't see why people are saying that the source engine is getting old, it looks very good on higher end computers. To all you people who are rating this low... start a L4D expert game, invite 3 good friends (preferably with microphones), and it's guaranteed you'll have a blast.
  38. TomGraham
    Jan 1, 2009
    10
    Valve have done it again! Left 4 Dead is another ground breaking games that shows the way for all other games to follow. A balance of teamwork and good old shoot 'em up creates one of the most addictive games I have ever played. Just remember that working as a team is they key to playing this game, as alone a player would last about a minute before ending up the main course at theValve have done it again! Left 4 Dead is another ground breaking games that shows the way for all other games to follow. A balance of teamwork and good old shoot 'em up creates one of the most addictive games I have ever played. Just remember that working as a team is they key to playing this game, as alone a player would last about a minute before ending up the main course at the infected dinner party.… Expand
  39. jasonzhang
    Dec 31, 2008
    10
    user reviewers should find out why a game is so bad for them BEFORE they post and regret the horrible score they gave. At first i thought that the game was to linear and not very challenging because the humans were killing everything without much resistance. Only until i played the commentary did i see that it did make sense to make it linear. So, check out the commentary under the extrasuser reviewers should find out why a game is so bad for them BEFORE they post and regret the horrible score they gave. At first i thought that the game was to linear and not very challenging because the humans were killing everything without much resistance. Only until i played the commentary did i see that it did make sense to make it linear. So, check out the commentary under the extras tab some time. It should answer your FAQ's. By the way, I'm addicted to this game. Great gane… Expand
  40. JasonFantone
    Dec 30, 2008
    9
    Somewhat Of A Spoiler!!!

    This game gets a 9-10, WHY? CUZ VALVES A GENIOUS!!! Left 4 Dead is one of the most well thought out coop games I have ever played. The idea cooperate ar die sounds correct to me because it is true. Campaign is a blast especially if you are playing with friends (that know how to play) and versus mode is well thought out. I;m kinda bummed about the 2 versus    Somewhat Of A Spoiler!!!

    This game gets a 9-10, WHY? CUZ VALVES A GENIOUS!!! Left 4 Dead is one of the most well thought out coop games I have ever played. The idea cooperate ar die sounds correct to me because it is true. Campaign is a blast especially if you are playing with friends (that know how to play) and versus mode is well thought out. I;m kinda bummed about the 2 versus campaigns and random zombie classes, but otherwise you would have like 3 smokers or just have a bunch of kids choosing the hunter, so they can jump around like spiderman =P. Overall this game gets a nine, for one reason, only 2 versus campaigns. BTW I have every reason to believe that in an update, Valve will add the other 2 campaigns =D.    … Expand
  41. Ricox
    Dec 30, 2008
    7
    This game is really good, I got it on christmas... Firstly, I tough it's gonna be perfect game, when I played 2 days.. I changed my mind, it's full of exploits and glitches... Altought the game is intresenting in my opinion, it still needs story and more campaings... I would rate Versus mode with 9, it's great, just it needs more maps, as there are only 2 campaings. ThisThis game is really good, I got it on christmas... Firstly, I tough it's gonna be perfect game, when I played 2 days.. I changed my mind, it's full of exploits and glitches... Altought the game is intresenting in my opinion, it still needs story and more campaings... I would rate Versus mode with 9, it's great, just it needs more maps, as there are only 2 campaings. This game is way too expensive, but it's somehow worth it.. If valve is going to patch it, then this surely will be great game. They're contiously giving little fixes to it, so it's not so bad.… Expand
  42. JamesBlackwell
    Dec 30, 2008
    10
    For me, few things could be more fun than attempting to survive the zombie apocalypse. I have spent over 100 hours in this game in the first month that I have owned it. I love this game for a few simple reasons; Firstly, the game has been excellently designed to make cooperative play a pivotal part of the game. Teams that work together well do well. Players that strike it out on their ownFor me, few things could be more fun than attempting to survive the zombie apocalypse. I have spent over 100 hours in this game in the first month that I have owned it. I love this game for a few simple reasons; Firstly, the game has been excellently designed to make cooperative play a pivotal part of the game. Teams that work together well do well. Players that strike it out on their own are inevitably punished for abandoning their teammates. In the unusual, but not rare, event that you end up with an obnoxious teammate, you can enjoy watching them die a slow painful death as punishment for not playing nice. The only downside to this game is that the game servers, especially during holidays, are unreliable.… Expand
  43. lamelamer
    Dec 29, 2008
    10
    Amazing. I thought this game wouldn't be worth it ($50 for 4 campaigns??) until I bought it. I've logged over 40 hrs in two weeks. The ai director is incorporated nearly flawlessly. Sure this game isn't designed for single player and I can solo easy and normal but expert is where this game really shines. You really have to stick together, communicate and act as a team orAmazing. I thought this game wouldn't be worth it ($50 for 4 campaigns??) until I bought it. I've logged over 40 hrs in two weeks. The ai director is incorporated nearly flawlessly. Sure this game isn't designed for single player and I can solo easy and normal but expert is where this game really shines. You really have to stick together, communicate and act as a team or die. Versus is a lot more fun if you have your own group of friends who know what they are doing. the maps are completely different as a zombie and as a survivor. I rated this game based on what it was meant to be, a multiplayer coop/versus game not a single player fps. The people who complain about lack of a single player campaign get a clue.… Expand
  44. Kyle
    Dec 29, 2008
    9
    Steele X, did you actually play the game more than once? Or do you just like bashing video games to piss people off? Zombies always spawn from new spots, there is no set placement, if valve had done that, I too would find the game terrible. And you're blaming the game itself for your multiplayer woes. That's just wrong.
  45. RyanS
    Dec 29, 2008
    9
    Zombies. Lots of zombies. Fat zombies (Boomer), monkey zombies (hunter), huge tongue zombies (smoker) and the Mammoth zombie (Tank). You have yourself a great game. Team work is required to master this game. Versus mode is great fun. The game only has 4 chapters but they are re playable because its just so much fun! 30 zombies attacking you and your team mates at once and you have beenZombies. Lots of zombies. Fat zombies (Boomer), monkey zombies (hunter), huge tongue zombies (smoker) and the Mammoth zombie (Tank). You have yourself a great game. Team work is required to master this game. Versus mode is great fun. The game only has 4 chapters but they are re playable because its just so much fun! 30 zombies attacking you and your team mates at once and you have been vommited on by a fat zombie so you can see! Its crazy fun. This is what makes this game awesome.… Expand
  46. LoganM
    Dec 28, 2008
    10
    Excellent game, it combines the fright of zombies with a DOOM feel with the flashlight. Not to mention the amazing graphics, and the source engine. All connected together to make a great multi-player or single player game. You can campaign with friends online or with lan, or do it by your self with teammates from the AI. AI are smart and violent. And the movie haze/fuzz effect during theExcellent game, it combines the fright of zombies with a DOOM feel with the flashlight. Not to mention the amazing graphics, and the source engine. All connected together to make a great multi-player or single player game. You can campaign with friends online or with lan, or do it by your self with teammates from the AI. AI are smart and violent. And the movie haze/fuzz effect during the game makes it feel realistic. It is a team based game, you help your teammates in need and they return the favor. Definatly a game I will be playing for a long time. Be sure to turn off your room light to get a scary feel.… Expand
  47. christopherj
    Dec 27, 2008
    8
    This is the best team game I've ever played online. It does a great job of requiring the team to work together without making it too hard.
    I personally love playing as one of the infected super zombies. I wish the single player mode was a bit stronger--it's repetitive, but it's a fantastic multi-player game.
  48. MattM.
    Dec 27, 2008
    9
    This game is amazing and I don't see how people gave it a zero. The graphics and gameplay is amazing with the zombies models and the campaigns varying between tasks. This game will definately keep you busy. This is also probably one of the best co-op games ever. Sure your teammates might be a bit slower than you, but they can help you when you need it. This is probably one of theThis game is amazing and I don't see how people gave it a zero. The graphics and gameplay is amazing with the zombies models and the campaigns varying between tasks. This game will definately keep you busy. This is also probably one of the best co-op games ever. Sure your teammates might be a bit slower than you, but they can help you when you need it. This is probably one of the first games from Valve that is actually very challenging yet you don't need to cheat.… Expand
  49. SamH
    Dec 27, 2008
    8
    First of all, great game, well done Valve, fun, original zombie-killing game. This was a Christmas present and I could not stop playing it, I've played it more than Fable II and N:tBB which were both Christmas presents. You are guaranteed to have a lot of fun playing it, brave it off on Campaign or play as an Infected on Versus. Did I mention the AI director? It seems to make theFirst of all, great game, well done Valve, fun, original zombie-killing game. This was a Christmas present and I could not stop playing it, I've played it more than Fable II and N:tBB which were both Christmas presents. You are guaranteed to have a lot of fun playing it, brave it off on Campaign or play as an Infected on Versus. Did I mention the AI director? It seems to make the campaigns never the same. The only two flaws are that the Humans are the strong ones, plus one of the Infected, the Smoker, deals nearly no damage and his victim can be freed EVEN BEFORE HE GETS TO ATTACK THEM.… Expand
  50. Haxsys
    Dec 27, 2008
    9
    First Off: @ Steele X: Don't be a crackhead. "I had to give it a zero". Your rating stinks, as well as the logic (or lack there of) behind it. CS/CS:S aren't even in the same ball park, where you come up with the comparison pretty much explains away any applicability your "review" might have had. They didn't ask you for a vote based on others votes, but of your personal First Off: @ Steele X: Don't be a crackhead. "I had to give it a zero". Your rating stinks, as well as the logic (or lack there of) behind it. CS/CS:S aren't even in the same ball park, where you come up with the comparison pretty much explains away any applicability your "review" might have had. They didn't ask you for a vote based on others votes, but of your personal experience with the gameplay. On topic: Left 4 Dead is definitely a step in the right direction. It has excellent replayability, unless you're one of those kids who can sit in front of a computer / console for 20hours on end and beat the game. I highly recommend this game to all ages, it's definitely one to have in your online arsenal. ~Haxsys… Expand
  51. Ninjaassassin
    Dec 27, 2008
    10
    This game is amazing, simply amazing. I have played so many games that have great story lines, but Left 4 Dead doesn't. That's what i like about this game! I have rented, borrowed, and played GREAT games. Except after beating it once i didn't even bother trying it on a harder level... i knew what was going to happen and what to do. Left 4 Dead has the most repeatability This game is amazing, simply amazing. I have played so many games that have great story lines, but Left 4 Dead doesn't. That's what i like about this game! I have rented, borrowed, and played GREAT games. Except after beating it once i didn't even bother trying it on a harder level... i knew what was going to happen and what to do. Left 4 Dead has the most repeatability game i have ever seen. Then, i love the run and gun style, either you run and shoot or you stay and die. V.S. mode makes the game that much more insane, you and your friends can play as the zombies, attacking as Hunters, ambushing as Smokers, or exploding as Boomers. After all of this i know that this is one game I'll get my money out of, by playing for countless hours, having a new experiance every time.… Expand
  52. SteveJ
    Dec 23, 2008
    8
    This game is fun in expert campaign mode with 4 humans. Any lesser mode and things are too easy. Versus mode needs adjusting, there is too much emphesis placed on rushing through a level. The game could do with more levels, a lot more. Some may say more levels will come, but will they? Ok custom levels are sure to follow but what off official levels? Half-life 2 deathmatch hasn't had This game is fun in expert campaign mode with 4 humans. Any lesser mode and things are too easy. Versus mode needs adjusting, there is too much emphesis placed on rushing through a level. The game could do with more levels, a lot more. Some may say more levels will come, but will they? Ok custom levels are sure to follow but what off official levels? Half-life 2 deathmatch hasn't had any official levels released since when? dissapointing. There are some bugs in l4d, an awful lobby type system which doesn't really help to create a community. The game also needs more achievements, eg a new achievement for 1 million zombies killed would be welcome. At it's best and with more content and less bugs and one or 2 game changes, the game could be rated a 10. However, in it's current state it deserves a solid 8 despite the niggles.… Expand
  53. KevinLauryssen
    Dec 23, 2008
    10
    Brilliant graphics, nice cinematic feel to it, does honor to the horror/zombie genre. Romero would be proud.
  54. Annette
    Dec 23, 2008
    7
    Overall, this is a pretty good game. Who doesn't want to blow the heads off of countless zombies? One of the cons, however, is the storyline. There is NO plot at all. You see the beginning movie, and thats it. After you are rescued from Mercy Hospital, you end up in Riverview. It gives you no reason to really be there. So, if you are looking for hardcore zombie-fighting action, this Overall, this is a pretty good game. Who doesn't want to blow the heads off of countless zombies? One of the cons, however, is the storyline. There is NO plot at all. You see the beginning movie, and thats it. After you are rescued from Mercy Hospital, you end up in Riverview. It gives you no reason to really be there. So, if you are looking for hardcore zombie-fighting action, this is your game. If you actually want a purpose for fighting them and want a nice storyline to keep you hooked, go somewhere else.… Expand
  55. JohnHoward
    Dec 22, 2008
    7
    OK,OK,OK,OK What happened?? 7 inst a bad score, but i was expecting a perfect 10, the demo i was like AWESOME, shooting zombies, no prob shooting zombies with friends SUPACALAFRICKINAWESOME, but then what happens when your friends cant play with you?? you get a shit whole of a game that's what. But the team co-op managed to get this up to a 1-2 to a 7 that's how great it is. But OK,OK,OK,OK What happened?? 7 inst a bad score, but i was expecting a perfect 10, the demo i was like AWESOME, shooting zombies, no prob shooting zombies with friends SUPACALAFRICKINAWESOME, but then what happens when your friends cant play with you?? you get a shit whole of a game that's what. But the team co-op managed to get this up to a 1-2 to a 7 that's how great it is. But maps needs to be varied, it usually plays like this. Like maybe a map where, you can drive, or meet other survivors that arnt jerks and alert the horse. To sum this game up its like Running into a Brick wall, no matter how much it makes you laugh eventually your gonna get knocked unconscious, SO this game is fun for like 1day… Expand
  56. BenjieVassallo
    Dec 21, 2008
    10
    an amazing game. I thought id get bored playing the same level over and over again but in fact it makes the game fun as it all depends on your team mates decisions (and ur enemies of course haha). besides that i love blowing things apart and this game provides plenty of that ^^
  57. FroDo
    Dec 21, 2008
    8
    When i preordered this game and played the demo, i bit my ass cause the demo was a bad joke... i cried that i payed 50$ for this game. But after playing the full version i changed my mind. This game is so much fun, even if there are just 4 campaigns in Co-Op and 2 in Versus, every experience is different in some way. Personally i prefer the expert mode. You die very often, but the When i preordered this game and played the demo, i bit my ass cause the demo was a bad joke... i cried that i payed 50$ for this game. But after playing the full version i changed my mind. This game is so much fun, even if there are just 4 campaigns in Co-Op and 2 in Versus, every experience is different in some way. Personally i prefer the expert mode. You die very often, but the survival factor is the biggest... if you dont play perfectly in a team you won't survive a single part of the campaign. The games pros are obvious, so i stop here but here come the cons: -some servers are badly lagging and even if you are in the same country sometimes you get completely differnet pings with your friends -sometimes the servers just crash when they are loading the next level -the graphics are ok, but nothing special. I think the source engine is just too old now, they should have licenced something like Cry oder Unreal Engine. -Easy Normal and hard are just TOO easy and the expert mode makes a big jump to nearly impossible, here valve should do something sorry for my bad english, i hop you understand what i would like to say.… Expand
  58. TomR
    Dec 20, 2008
    10
    Hey Steele X, your gripes are with other players, not with the game itself. What you have done is the equivalent of joining a game of CS:Sourse (which has a metascore very similar to L4D) and then giving it a '0' review because you keep getting smashed by a '1337' awper. L4D is a strongly community-based game, so either play with your friends or find some seriousHey Steele X, your gripes are with other players, not with the game itself. What you have done is the equivalent of joining a game of CS:Sourse (which has a metascore very similar to L4D) and then giving it a '0' review because you keep getting smashed by a '1337' awper. L4D is a strongly community-based game, so either play with your friends or find some serious players and start enjoying it as it is meant to be played.… Expand
  59. BenEdmonds
    Dec 19, 2008
    10
    I was a huge fan of VALVE as it was and also a huge fan of the zombie genre but this was beyond what I could have hoped for. The best part to me is the way you really have to work together the whole time or you die in no time. I cant wait to get my friends together to play this!
  60. lukeNathan
    Dec 19, 2008
    10
    Amazing game, need more like it! Missions from moving trucks, boats and trains would be good! Bring on more maps too! Really love it that people are encouraged to work together and the online management is superb, as is the sense of story while retaining replayability. Very very clever and original, look forward to more, cheers!
  61. KevinZ
    Dec 18, 2008
    10
    This is truly a wonderful game, just make sure you know what you're getting. Some people are disappointed that it has no story, and make no mistake, this is indeed an "arcade" shooter, so to speak. The focus is on the gameplay, and man is it great. Few other games have come close to giving me this level of adrenaline, and never before were they co-op. But when you are beating back aThis is truly a wonderful game, just make sure you know what you're getting. Some people are disappointed that it has no story, and make no mistake, this is indeed an "arcade" shooter, so to speak. The focus is on the gameplay, and man is it great. Few other games have come close to giving me this level of adrenaline, and never before were they co-op. But when you are beating back a horde of zombies and a Boomer vomits in face obscuring your vision, and you hear the audio cue for the Tank in your headset, you will know what the term "heart-pounding" means. Some people (like Steele X) rate this game based on his ability to cooperate with people they don't know, and to them I say: Get some friends.… Expand
  62. Cooties!
    Dec 18, 2008
    10
    To get the most out of this game you should make an effort to get a full group of friends and play on the highest difficulty your group can handle.

    The best moments in this game are when you and your friends are fighting for your life limping past the next safe room where you can finally rest and recover. To those that set a score of 0 just to spite the game, it looks like you were    To get the most out of this game you should make an effort to get a full group of friends and play on the highest difficulty your group can handle.

    The best moments in this game are when you and your friends are fighting for your life limping past the next safe room where you can finally rest and recover.

    To those that set a score of 0 just to spite the game, it looks like you were playing with the wrong groups of people or on the wrong difficulties. This game is designed for co-op and the best way to play co-op is with your buddies.    … Expand
  63. fooXDoe
    Dec 18, 2008
    10
    That game is just awesome.I dreamed of CooP Games like this since forever.
    I think there is enough said about the game itself by all the others.

    There was a demo, wich is really nice, too bad the demo is canceled as the game started selling in the US. People might wanna try the demo before buying it.
  64. SteveQuigley(steam:MurderinGangsta)
    Dec 17, 2008
    9
    Left 4 dead is one of those games that I lusted after as soon as I heard about it, being a big fan of zombie genre entertainment I had high hopes.
    This is one of those rare occasions that my expectations were not only met but exceeded, and so it earns the temporary title
  65. HereticT
    Dec 17, 2008
    10
    Well I dig the game. There were minor bits and pieces here and there that could be worked on. I was for the most part disapointed Valve stuck to the same FPS trend that has been going on for years now what with Rainbow Six Vegas 1 and 2, Gears Of War; being a sub par FPS isn't going to cut it anymore. I wanted some aim functions like CoD4 but over all I understand why G4TV gave itWell I dig the game. There were minor bits and pieces here and there that could be worked on. I was for the most part disapointed Valve stuck to the same FPS trend that has been going on for years now what with Rainbow Six Vegas 1 and 2, Gears Of War; being a sub par FPS isn't going to cut it anymore. I wanted some aim functions like CoD4 but over all I understand why G4TV gave it best shooter of 08. It's a very fun cooperative game.

    To counter Steel X here. I've run into plenty who use mics, the game loads fast because I have a good computer or the servers are good for which the host is on.
    I think it did pretty well, as Adam and Morgan said, taking a very, albeit outdated, source engine and making it a blast again.    … Expand
  66. ChaseE
    Dec 16, 2008
    10
    I don't understand how someone (John S.) can rate this game a ZERO based on a DEMO. Or how someone like STEELE X can give the game a ZERO because he feels that too many people are ENJOYING the game too much and giving L4D a GOOD SCORE... People are so stupid sometimes, but i digress. This game is amazingly FUN. No questions asked. My friend was reluctant to try it, and now hes beenI don't understand how someone (John S.) can rate this game a ZERO based on a DEMO. Or how someone like STEELE X can give the game a ZERO because he feels that too many people are ENJOYING the game too much and giving L4D a GOOD SCORE... People are so stupid sometimes, but i digress. This game is amazingly FUN. No questions asked. My friend was reluctant to try it, and now hes been hooked. I find my self having zombie slaying withdrawals after a couple days of not playing it! I have not had so much fun in a first person shooter since the old days of Counter-Strike, where people actually used teamwork. This brings back memories of the good ol days for me, whilst creating new ones. Definitely some of the best moments are running away from a Tank when hes right behind you, only to accidentally run into a wall and be smashed. Or when i watch as my friend was trying to run away from a Tank on the roof of a 40 story building, only to have the tank punch him and send him flying off the roof! I honestly have had way too many good times on this game in such a short amount of time, and i could call up story after story if i wanted to but ill get to the point. You play 1 of 4 people who are trying to escape the Zombie infested city (it depends on the story you choose, so you may be trying to escape from the farmland too) and there is a giant finale at the end of each story, which is the best part of the game and in my opinion the most adrenaline rushing. There are 4 Stories total with 5 parts to each of them, and they are all unique. Let me set the record straight; THE GAME IS DIFFERENT EVERY TIME YOU PLAY IT! You will NEVER play the same level the same way twice, because the game uses a "Director" to decide who to throw your way and when to do it, same thing applies with items and weapons. There is also a versus mode where you get to play 1 of the 4 special zombies against human players playing the campaign and that is crazy fun. Also, the 4 unique difficulties really add a challenge to the game. I play everything on Expert because it is so much more fun. All in All a great game, i rate 10 out of 10, my other friend wants to "Boot Camp" is Apple Laptop just so he can play this game. Just an FYI so you know how good this game is...… Expand
  67. RichardK.
    Dec 15, 2008
    9
    Left 4 dead is a zombie-geek's dream come true: no story, no character background apart from what is obvious from their looks and mumblings, the odds firmly against you (on expert level), knee-deep in corpses, standing back to back with total strangers, who'll you be saving and be saved by many times without any reason beyond that you need them standing next to you with aLeft 4 dead is a zombie-geek's dream come true: no story, no character background apart from what is obvious from their looks and mumblings, the odds firmly against you (on expert level), knee-deep in corpses, standing back to back with total strangers, who'll you be saving and be saved by many times without any reason beyond that you need them standing next to you with a shotgun, simply to stay alive.

    L4D has obviously been playtested to perfection, with always the right level of tension, the constant threat of a catastrophic up-close Boomer kill or the AI director deciding you need a wake-up call, the need to preserve ammo and medkits, required tactics simply flowing from the layout of a map and the team's current levels of health and ammo. And those great finales, where the whole brawl usually turns into a total clusterfu*k, turning those who expected to 'win' into zombie lunch in seconds.

    Those tired old gamers who can't shoot straight without a story (no need) or character development (fu*king boring in most if not all shooters) should go buy a book instead. The other 99% of gamers, who actually enjoy SHOOTERS have this already - if you haven't, get in, quick!

    Sure, it ain't perfect. But not because of the lack of weapons: the shotfuns are perfect (limited range, realistic fire arc, top sound), the assault rifle wins out as the best allrounders, the uzi is pretty crap until you get crowded and it comes into its own. Even the single and double pistols are great. Limited characters? Don't care, since nobody can expect to survive in any case. Limited maps? Modscene will fix that soon.

    An instant classic.    … Expand
  68. JoeSchmo
    Dec 14, 2008
    10
    If a full on, exhilarating, zombie kill-fest is what you're after, you can't do any better.
    Next version, I want vehicles, some larger open spaces and even more zombies.
    FYI. My system doesn't quite meet minimum requirements but I havn't noticed any problem even though.
    I have an single-core Opteron @ 2.25GHz, 2GB, GeForce 8800GT, Vista. Runs the game great!
  69. NinjaHedge
    Dec 14, 2008
    8
    I really like this game. But, sadly, it is NOT worth a 10.....yet. The pop culture references in the game reminiscent of all zombie fliks in the past is something that is a rare treat, but the sheer lack of levels and missions make it really difficult to say that this is a 10-er. Bioshock had more depth and HL had TONS more story, but that does not bring this game into the land of theI really like this game. But, sadly, it is NOT worth a 10.....yet. The pop culture references in the game reminiscent of all zombie fliks in the past is something that is a rare treat, but the sheer lack of levels and missions make it really difficult to say that this is a 10-er. Bioshock had more depth and HL had TONS more story, but that does not bring this game into the land of the 5's and below.

    It is a fast-paced, emotionally charged game that will keep you jumping. You WILL need people that you play well with to really enjoy this game though. Without it and you will receive more FF damage than zombie love.

    The games music score is truly immersive, and the continuous spawning of baddies makes it so you do not turn into a creep-crawl camper on this nerve wracker.

    Downsides? $50 for one. Online sale of this game, with no need for delivery or store presence should keep it in the $40 range, but whatever. the other would be the lack of more maps.

    But, hopefully, this is something that will soon be remedied. If valve gives this game half as much attension as some of its others with the patches and expansions, hopefully there will be a few more horror flik referenced levels in the near future! ;)    … Expand
  70. AnonymousMC
    Dec 13, 2008
    10
    Despite some issues with the machtmaking system (not being able to select custom or "vanilla" servers) wich Valve stated that were being looked into, the game is excelent.
    From a technicall standpoint, the game has good graphics, incredible performance, ground breaking AI and pathfinding (and NPC animation) technology.
    It also has an excelent artistic desing and an impresive, loud yet    Despite some issues with the machtmaking system (not being able to select custom or "vanilla" servers) wich Valve stated that were being looked into, the game is excelent.
    From a technicall standpoint, the game has good graphics, incredible performance, ground breaking AI and pathfinding (and NPC animation) technology.
    It also has an excelent artistic desing and an impresive, loud yet satisfying sound direction (both with gunshots, and character voices).
    Co-op is pure fun, and encourage (if not obligate) players to work together or die separately.
    Versus, is a whole different thing, it gives you the chance to relax and enjoy while you hunt for some survivor flesh, or you tech the infected who´s the boss.
    The story in the game might not be as evident as it may be, but it encourages players to imagine by providing rich and detailed background escenarios filled with proof that others have been there before, and in some cases even left messages to let others know how they are.
    If you like zombies, guns, or just some fun an innovative co-op play, you can´t go wrong with Left 4 Dead.    … Expand
  71. B.Phried
    Dec 12, 2008
    7
    Version: December 5th 2008.
    This is a very fun game the first time through, mowing zombies is fun, and the finales are fantastic. My biggest problem is that even with the AI director, this game starts to get very "samey".
    The AI director paces the game fantastically, places objects in strategic places so you can't use the same strategy twice, but the problem with a game like this    Version: December 5th 2008.
    This is a very fun game the first time through, mowing zombies is fun, and the finales are fantastic. My biggest problem is that even with the AI director, this game starts to get very "samey".

    The AI director paces the game fantastically, places objects in strategic places so you can't use the same strategy twice, but the problem with a game like this is that though the levels are just as repetitive in competitive online shooters, a coop shooter doesn't have the same unpredictability as playing against a real player (though versus mode on TWO campaigns are available.)

    When playing on versus mode, you are playing against real people, although there isn't much difference between human players and ai players.

    My main complaints should be solved when map making is supported by default.

    Other complaints include:
    -very small (sometimes useless) arsenal:
    Although five weapons means that you can pick up and play very easily, but a small arsenal means that there isn't very diverse, especially when two of the weapons or simply upgrades of a previous tier and one weapon is almost useless in most situations.

    -No browser:
    How are we supposed to sort through custom maps with no way to choose which server to join (without using console commands). should be fixed soon though.

    on an end note:
    Buy this game, just don't buy it yet. If you can find this game for $-30 then go for it, otherwise wait a few more patches until all the basic problems are fixed.    … Expand
  72. DanielTran
    Dec 12, 2008
    8
    First of all, I would like to address Steele X below:

    You did not even play this game. Why are you even reviewing it? The game is NEVER the same each time you play. You need to play the game first and learn that the AI Director does not keep health packs and zombies in the same area the second or even the third time you play through. It is different every single time. That is why I like    First of all, I would like to address Steele X below:

    You did not even play this game. Why are you even reviewing it? The game is NEVER the same each time you play. You need to play the game first and learn that the AI Director does not keep health packs and zombies in the same area the second or even the third time you play through. It is different every single time. That is why I like this game. It keeps you guessing throughout the whole game. CLEARLY your review SHOWS that you have not even played the game. Not even one level. So please don't review it when you haven't played the game.

    Left4Dead is the most unique game that I have ever played. Every feature is new that is never before seen in other games (ie. temporary health). The versus mode is by far the most fun I have ever had in a long time. The first time I played through versus mode, I was shaking in my seat from the excitement of pouncing and vomiting on other people. However, the annoying part about versus mode, is that everyone seems to prefer being an Infected. Every game I join, I will always have 2-3 people leave the game just because they were a Survivor. Even though they will change to Infected the next round, they want to play as the Infected more than anything. That is why I give this an 8/10.    … Expand
  73. EarthBoundEnigma
    Dec 12, 2008
    10
    Love Zombies
    Love Zombipocolypse
    Love The Style Love The Sound Design Love The Presentation This game is right beside Portal on my quick-launch bar. The focus is 100% on gameplay and the story isn't told, it is implied. You can seek out information on the state of the world, or gun through every level. It is your choice. It is better than Team Fortress 2 by far. It is free from    Love Zombies
    Love Zombipocolypse
    Love The Style
    Love The Sound Design
    Love The Presentation

    This game is right beside Portal on my quick-launch bar. The focus is 100% on gameplay and the story isn't told, it is implied. You can seek out information on the state of the world, or gun through every level. It is your choice. It is better than Team Fortress 2 by far. It is free from all the annoyances of that game.

    WARNING:
    When playing online, expect an occasional naughty teammate. Gang up on him and kill him with friendly fire. He will be left behind to die and have to spectate for a few minutes until the next checkpoint. The game punishes people who become selfish and run away from the group, find out who you can trust and stay close.

    The online play is amazing, but it is the people who can ruin it for you if you let them. (This is the case in any online game.)

    @ Steele X:
    "Because the second time I play it it's the exact same thing over again. We all know which monster is going to pop out from where and where are the medic packs are located."

    The game randomizes item locations, flood points, difficulty, and even character conversations. If you're getting bored of it, then stop playing on "Easy" and raise the difficulty. In the description it even says that the "Easy" setting is for people who are new to FPS games. "Normal" is for people who are new to L4D, and the highest difficulty is where the fun is at. Then the tables will be turned from "zombie hunting" to "Run? ...Or Shoot? RUN OR SHOOT? ZOMG! BOTH!"

    If you don't have any games from Valve, and you want a good starter, this is your game right here.    … Expand
  74. Blake
    Dec 12, 2008
    10
    Valve has done it again. They have created another epic game. I have been only waiting for this game for 5 months, but the first time I saw it, i freaked out, so then i pre-purchased it. When it came out, I just played it non-stop. It is so much, its just so unbelievable. The only problem to me is that the maps after a while get quite boring, and there should be a server list instead ofValve has done it again. They have created another epic game. I have been only waiting for this game for 5 months, but the first time I saw it, i freaked out, so then i pre-purchased it. When it came out, I just played it non-stop. It is so much, its just so unbelievable. The only problem to me is that the maps after a while get quite boring, and there should be a server list instead of those stupid host rooms you find randomly. But I know those map makers will be making brand new campaigns and such, so i can't wait for those. There is also versus mode, which is my favorite. I just love to play as the zombies! I just don't like the respawn counter. Other than multiplayer, there is single player, which if you play you just get to play with bots (yet the bots are pretty stupid). So after thinking it over, this game gave me more than I thought it would. I give it a 10/10, NICE JOB VALVE!… Expand
  75. StevenBehnke
    Dec 11, 2008
    10
    This is one of my favorite games ever, assuming you can get into a game with people who aren't idiots. Despite the fact that all gameplay elements are spelled out to you in the opening video, most people refuse to understand the basic concepts of this game. Compared to every other zombie game I have played, including most Counter-Strike: Source mods and Dead Rising, this isThis is one of my favorite games ever, assuming you can get into a game with people who aren't idiots. Despite the fact that all gameplay elements are spelled out to you in the opening video, most people refuse to understand the basic concepts of this game. Compared to every other zombie game I have played, including most Counter-Strike: Source mods and Dead Rising, this is absolutely phenomenal. The art direction is amazing, the graphics are great, the number of zombies on screen is fantastic, the voice acting is good, and I love the level design. Even after playing Co-Op, I am still stunned when I play versus, with one of the most balanced games next to Team Fortress 2. Games are often very close, with point values off by a dozen or less. That is, of course, the teams work together. I play only with my personal friends, so my team usually does very well. But I am not grading my friends, so that doesn't really enter the equation.
    Base line is, if you stick together and pay attention to your teammates, you will win. Period.    … Expand
  76. PiloTheVoter
    Dec 10, 2008
    10
    This game sucks... NOT!!!
    this is maybe the best zombie game ever made. The AI is incredible. The way the zombies act is incredible and the AI director makes the game worth to play again and again and again and thats in singleplayer, in multiplayer it's even better and i dont know how valve chould do that. and if you gets sick of killing the zombies then start killing the humans.
  77. ChrisTaylor
    Dec 10, 2008
    9
    Frantic! I love it! Get "Boomered" and you know about it man- time to run, shoot and shoot while running-! Everything a zombie game ever wanted to be and more. And i've only played the first three acts of Pt 1!! Heard the witches crying but not seen one yet-. Glad of it too. I love it.
  78. ChrisMilewski
    Dec 9, 2008
    10
    Excellent. Best zombie gameplay I have ever experienced and the fact that you can play infected makes it a step up from almost any other recent zombie FPS. If your machine can handle it, it is worth every dollar. Every aspect of the game can be played online, and the emphasis on teamwork is ever-present. Buy this game!
  79. Boo
    Dec 9, 2008
    8
    if you say that in this game tactics is not important you probably never finished a campaign to advanced level ...
    cooperation is facilitated by playing with people who you know. The system to create server is not perfect. For a perfect gaming experience is better to use the command "openbrowserserver" to find a low ping room because the game often lag.
    Btw i give a 8 and update and    if you say that in this game tactics is not important you probably never finished a campaign to advanced level ...
    cooperation is facilitated by playing with people who you know. The system to create server is not perfect. For a perfect gaming experience is better to use the command "openbrowserserver" to find a low ping room because the game often lag.
    Btw i give a 8 and update and user mod will increase valutation    … Expand
  80. PhilipDyer
    Dec 9, 2008
    10
    Steele X: 'Oh I voted it 0 because I want to mess up the rating scheme which bases itself as the mean mark. I think it should show MY view, so I'm going to manipulate it to that end by voting 0!!!'

    Come on. That's selfish, childish and completely wrong. The game itself is fantastic. Very good animations, original, fun concept. The game is amazing. I'll just    Steele X: 'Oh I voted it 0 because I want to mess up the rating scheme which bases itself as the mean mark. I think it should show MY view, so I'm going to manipulate it to that end by voting 0!!!'

    Come on. That's selfish, childish and completely wrong.

    The game itself is fantastic. Very good animations, original, fun concept. The game is amazing. I'll just focus on some of the points that annoy me.

    I hear people moaning about how zombies shouldn't run quickly and that players should become infected and turn into zombies when they're bitten. These people are obviously trying to pick a fight. If this game included slow, infectious zombies it would suck and they'd moan about that too.

    'My team runs off and leaves me! BAD GAME!'

    No, bad PLAYERS. The game's fine. That's like voting CSS 0 because you were blocked in a vent by a player.

    'It's the same each time! I know where the medic packs are and where all the monsters are!'

    ...Seeing as they are completely wrong, it's clear that they haven't even played the game.

    In conclusion, the game's fantastic, but there are plenty of idiots out there who want to spoil it for everybody else. And not just on the game. Look down these comments, pick out every review voting it 0. They'll either be talking about something other than the game itself, or they'll be wrong. This game is great, enjoy it and ignore the nay sayers.    … Expand
  81. DreadMuffin
    Dec 8, 2008
    10
    I've played each movie countless times over, and it never gets boring. The AI director does a great job making the game difficult and never the same. The sound effects and music cues create a suspenseful environment that fits the zombie genre very well. Even the bots, although not replacement for humanoids, make decent company (I like how they heal actual players before NPCs). II've played each movie countless times over, and it never gets boring. The AI director does a great job making the game difficult and never the same. The sound effects and music cues create a suspenseful environment that fits the zombie genre very well. Even the bots, although not replacement for humanoids, make decent company (I like how they heal actual players before NPCs). I really hope to see some form of the AI director in other Valve games. I've always been happy with Valve, they've got some talented people who must work very hard to create multiplayer masterpieces like Left 4 Dead and Team Fortress 2.
    Steele X -- Why would you rate it as a 0 to "balance" it out? If they're good, and you think they are, vote it what YOU think it is, regardless of other peoples' votes.    … Expand
  82. Miss
    Dec 8, 2008
    9
    In response to Steele X:

    Nobody talking or cooperating shouldn't really go against the game. I've had plenty of games where people are into it, talking, and actually cooperating. Unfortunately some people just don't have mics or don't want to talk. Even when people aren't talking you just have to go into it for fun, not take it so seriously. But, just wanted to    In response to Steele X:

    Nobody talking or cooperating shouldn't really go against the game. I've had plenty of games where people are into it, talking, and actually cooperating. Unfortunately some people just don't have mics or don't want to talk. Even when people aren't talking you just have to go into it for fun, not take it so seriously. But, just wanted to comment that that really shouldn't be against the game itself, just the people playing. (That goes for them running out of spawn without you as well.) And giving it a lower score than you really think because everyone else gave it a 9 or 10 (which they really thought it deserved) is kind of childish.

    Back to my review:

    I think the game has exceeded expectations. The maps are very well done, the zombies are very well done, the versus is amazing, and who could forget about the hordes? The hordes help make this game so intense and I love it. The last time I was this addicted to a game like this was 2 - 3 years ago when I was playing counter-strike. I do believe it's more fun when your entire team is talking and cooperating (in versus or co-op) but I think that if you just relax and have fun it's not too bad if people aren't talking. I'm very happy with what the game has to offer at this time but I do see a few things in the future that will need to be done to keep the game interesting and alive: 1) Adding more maps to both co-op and versus (versus especially), 2) working out the bugs, which I know they're doing, 3) And possibly adding a server list like other steam games. - I don't really care for it just searching for a random game. I like seeing what my ping is and having choices. I think if they can at least do the first two things, they'll be good to go for some time.    … Expand
  83. Meef
    Dec 8, 2008
    9
    Do you have a group of friends you enjoy playing shooters with? Do you enjoy the more strategic elements like providing cover fire, working together to prevent flanking, etc? Do you like shooting zombies? For those who answer affirmatively to all three, this is a great game. For everyone else, you're probably looking at a pretty mediocre turd (and I probably woulda given it a 5 orDo you have a group of friends you enjoy playing shooters with? Do you enjoy the more strategic elements like providing cover fire, working together to prevent flanking, etc? Do you like shooting zombies? For those who answer affirmatively to all three, this is a great game. For everyone else, you're probably looking at a pretty mediocre turd (and I probably woulda given it a 5 or something). Looking at what you're given, it should be obvious that the emphasis is not in the story, fancy graphics, or wide array of zombie killing implements you have at your disposal. You only have a pistol and one other weapon, one med kit, and potentially a molotov/pipe bomb & temp health boost. On the contrary, it seems players are supplied with a limited arsenal to make them focus on the co-op and strategic elements! Getting overwhelmed or having a teammate pulled out of safety by a smoker can severely cripple the group's progress so maneuvering in such a way that minimizes these risks is what the real game is about -- and that's how the ai director provides replay value. You may pass through a wide open area with ease during one run, yet in another get assaulted by a tank. It's these on the fly strategic choices that provide the unique experience, not the level layout. So yes, the only things that change are item and enemy locations (no, Steele X, you generally don't know where the monsters nor the items are each play through), but that's all you need to completely change the strategy necessary to get through a campaign. Of course, perhaps you're only slightly into the strategy or don't have any interest in getting better at that sort of thing - if so, yes, you'll be pretty bored pretty quickly. This is also the reason I mention having a good group of friends - I imagine it's pretty hard to play a strategic game like this with mindless idiot strangers. Each campaign should take 1-2 hours, depending on how much you're struggling - not much content for those used to having 50 maps or whatever the norm for fps' is now. Personally, I enjoy improving with my friends so that our strategies are successful in the higher difficulties, but if that doesn't sound interesting, you only have 4 - 6 hours of game here! Bottom line, make sure this is the game for you before buying because those people giving it zero's aren't crazy - this game has a unique offering to the fps community and it's not for everyone.… Expand
  84. MichaelD
    Dec 8, 2008
    10
    Just what I expected from Valve: a polished, balanced and addictive game with an almost perfect gameplay formula that doesn't get old. With constant support and additional content down the road, you cannot go wrong at buying this game.

    Invite your friends, put on the headset and start blasting some zombies!
  85. BrianM
    Dec 7, 2008
    1
    I wish that I could have played the demo before buying the game. However, that is not how Valve set it up. Otherwise, I would not have made a purchase.

    Playing online with other people depends on the luck of the draw. You may be in a good group, or maybe not. I wish that I could play with people who have had actual training. Playing with the bots means that you are in a    I wish that I could have played the demo before buying the game. However, that is not how Valve set it up. Otherwise, I would not have made a purchase.

    Playing online with other people depends on the luck of the draw. You may be in a good group, or maybe not. I wish that I could play with people who have had actual training. Playing with the bots means that you are in a cooperative, but mediocre, group. The bots seem to have an attraction for being in front of my gun's muzzle.

    I wish that Valve would get guns right. Firing pistols two-handed is actually the worst thing you can do. In the game, it's second to an M-16. When you want to throw a molotov or pipe bomb, you have to stare at it a bit, like it's some kind of art object. There are no speed loaders for the shotguns, so shells are stuffed in one by one. Firing the pump shotgun is slow, when in practice it's quite fast. The pistols are actually the main weapons in the game, as they can fire nearly as fast as a machine gun and never run out of ammunition.

    The game play is very simple: kill the zombies, again and again and again. The action is very intense, and the "director" AI will keep you on your toes, maybe a bit too much. The bots will jump around, once in a while appearing to ricochet around a room, so not hitting them with "friendly" fire is difficult. A player or bot can be incapacitated by a "special" infected. Multiple times the player bots have left me to "die," so I have to listen to my character's pitiful cries for help until the game resets. I wish that I could direct the player bots to a location, instead of just hoping that they would follow me. The characters occasionally chat amongst themselves, so you learn that Francis hates everything, except dentists.    … Expand
  86. ITatsuoI
    Dec 6, 2008
    10
    This game had me on the edge of my seat from when I first started playing it. Playing this game on expert right from the start is something remarkable. This game is meant to be played on Expert, giving you great challenge, and making you want to replay it again and again, wanting to beat this level. Honestly, I think people give this game bad ratings for bad reason. This game is quiteThis game had me on the edge of my seat from when I first started playing it. Playing this game on expert right from the start is something remarkable. This game is meant to be played on Expert, giving you great challenge, and making you want to replay it again and again, wanting to beat this level. Honestly, I think people give this game bad ratings for bad reason. This game is quite epic, and it's a great game. I'm very glad I got this game, and I love playing with my friends, being a zombie, or a survivor. A must have game, and it will keep you entertained for a long time.… Expand
  87. wrestlingprodigy
    Dec 6, 2008
    6
    I'm kinda in between about this game . When I first opened it and started playing I was impressed with how smooth it is but as the next 2 hours roll on I had already played through the 4 levels offered in the game and yeah like everyone has stated there is really nothing random in the game because all the zombies and items are in the same place every single time . Now of course youI'm kinda in between about this game . When I first opened it and started playing I was impressed with how smooth it is but as the next 2 hours roll on I had already played through the 4 levels offered in the game and yeah like everyone has stated there is really nothing random in the game because all the zombies and items are in the same place every single time . Now of course you can always play Versus Mode which is ok for a while too until the server crashes which it almost always ends up doing which is really annoying and I can appreciate them trying to make it more realistic with friendly fire but when you get some one who is trigger happy and can't aim worth a damn you end up getting shot which I understand that's the whole point but that gets a little old too when you get some 12yr old who doesn't know what the hell they're doing. There are definitive pros and cons in the game . Maybe if they created some sort of memory erasing device that you could use before the start of every game because the 1st time playing it i had a lot of fun then after that was downhill.… Expand
  88. AlanG.
    Dec 6, 2008
    10
    Despite several drawbacks this game presents a cooperative multiplayer experience the likes of which have never been seen before. While many games include multiplayer team combat, this game stresses teamwork and tactics beyond beyond what games like TF2 and CS:S are able to deliver on a consistent basis. The four player team creates a dynamic where cooperation is an absolute necessity for Despite several drawbacks this game presents a cooperative multiplayer experience the likes of which have never been seen before. While many games include multiplayer team combat, this game stresses teamwork and tactics beyond beyond what games like TF2 and CS:S are able to deliver on a consistent basis. The four player team creates a dynamic where cooperation is an absolute necessity for success, especially so on the harder difficulties. Gameplay revolves between periods of relative calm and times of extreme duress. The most fitting word to describe the latter is intense! No matter the skill of you and your comrades, there will be moments when the survival of your group is far from a certainty, especially given the random nature of the director. The intensity of the game tends to only increase as the level progresses, as wounded survivors are often met with an uncomfortable lack of medkits when they are most needed. The sound and graphics are thoroughly polished, and despite the age of the source engine its upgrades ensure that the game looks great and has plenty of eye candy. Once again, Valve's trademark attention to detail has made for a vibrant and immersing atmosphere. The ability to blow holes in or destroy doors is a fun new addition that also significantly alters the gameplay mechanic. While the story is underdeveloped, in game chatter between the characters reveals a great deal about their personalities, and makes them seem very real. There are some drawbacks, however. The game is relatively short, especially if played on the lower difficulties, and the weapon selection is somewhat minimal. These should not be a major issue, the game is meant to be played on expert in order to prepare a player for the even more difficult versus mode (which is an absolute blast), and the guns that are present are finely crafted and simply feel right. The replayability of this game is excellent, and is only compounded by the director and versus mode. As is, this game is very exciting and will keep many players hooked for an indefinite amount of hours. Given Valve's devotion to updates and the enthusiastic mod community, I only expect this game to improve as time goes on. I give this game a 9.3 out of 10.… Expand
  89. MichaelS.
    Dec 5, 2008
    9
    For those who gave this game a zero because they can't find players who will use team work...that isn't Valves fault and shame on them for feeling "obligated" to hurt this games rating. You find a group of people who actually use team work. It's a bonding experience that can't be beat. The game has everything a perfect zombie movie has and it does so in spades. PeopleFor those who gave this game a zero because they can't find players who will use team work...that isn't Valves fault and shame on them for feeling "obligated" to hurt this games rating. You find a group of people who actually use team work. It's a bonding experience that can't be beat. The game has everything a perfect zombie movie has and it does so in spades. People really need to grow up and give constructive reviews for this game. Even my GF likes this game and she doesn't play games at all. To me that's the sign of a great game, being able to entice non-gamers to be a part of a growing culture.
    If this game has faults it's the linear style of game play...which isn't really all that bad, it can get old, but honestly when you play with people who do infact use teamwork you forget that it is linear.

    Co-Op is becoming more popular and it's a new field for many people, give them a chance to forget that the game isn't a crappy counter strike game.

    You're playing humans who suffer from what I call the Ripley Syndrome, as in you have incredible survival skill and will power that exceeds the average human. You are the main characters in a zombie movie...what would you do?    … Expand
  90. JackBeer
    Dec 5, 2008
    8
    A good game, highly over-rated and is deffinitely not the best game ever. There are apparently "10 new weapons" added into L4D which was a tiny bit misleading as all i saw was the uzi, m4, shot, autoshot, sniper, pistols/dual, pipe bombs and molotovs. Am i wrong to say that the dual pistols are basically the dual elites from counter strike : source? same with the auto shotty, ripped fromA good game, highly over-rated and is deffinitely not the best game ever. There are apparently "10 new weapons" added into L4D which was a tiny bit misleading as all i saw was the uzi, m4, shot, autoshot, sniper, pistols/dual, pipe bombs and molotovs. Am i wrong to say that the dual pistols are basically the dual elites from counter strike : source? same with the auto shotty, ripped from CS:S and the shotty... and the uzi? Its basically counter strike source with zombies better graphics a more advanced A.I and the intergration of "special infected". IMO i think its a great game, i could play it for hours and still be pretty entertained, really the achievment system is the only thing which keeps that alive, but still overall a decent game, good to play with friends and online, plus a whole new variety of tactics need to be learnt. 8/10… Expand
  91. AnnaPanna
    Dec 4, 2008
    10
    This is a fantastic game that never fails to get your heart racing. Be it playing with and against your friends in versus mode, or teaming up with three friends to escape the zombie apocalypse on an Advanced or Expert level, this is heart pumping, never ending action that leaves you drained but happy. One of the most intense and rewarding games I've ever had the fortune to play. WhenThis is a fantastic game that never fails to get your heart racing. Be it playing with and against your friends in versus mode, or teaming up with three friends to escape the zombie apocalypse on an Advanced or Expert level, this is heart pumping, never ending action that leaves you drained but happy. One of the most intense and rewarding games I've ever had the fortune to play. When we get new maps (which we will, both community-made and from Valve), the experience will get even deeper. I'll be playing this for a while, I can tell.

    Steele X said: "We all know which monster is going to pop out from where and where are the medic packs are located." That's total BS. Every time you play a level, the zombies are randomly placed, the Horde comes at you from random directions, and health and weapons are randomly placed in one of several spots. It's totally unpredictable, which is part of what makes it fun. And just because you have a bad experience playing with idiots who don't communicate doesn't make it a bad game. Teamwork is key here. Find yourself some new friends, people who do communicate and play as a team, is all.    … Expand
  92. PaulLahaie
    Dec 4, 2008
    9
    Absolutely great game, hands down. If I might start off with the drawbacks, let me just say that playing single player gets old fast. That's it. I started by playing the Multiplayer Campaign mode, which was fun, until I found the Versus Mode. I never looked back. You not only fight off the hordes, but then you take on zombies that not only have different mutations, but are alsoAbsolutely great game, hands down. If I might start off with the drawbacks, let me just say that playing single player gets old fast. That's it. I started by playing the Multiplayer Campaign mode, which was fun, until I found the Versus Mode. I never looked back. You not only fight off the hordes, but then you take on zombies that not only have different mutations, but are also controlled by players. Then you swap places and you get to control zombies, which is just as intense as trying to fight them. Teamwork as survivors is critical is almost always present. The best times are when every survivor has a microphone and everyone is coordinating. You work with that same team to stop the survivors and it's intensely satisfying to watch the survivors bogged down and not moving any closer to the target destination because you and your teammates are endlessly keeping them pinned down and weaning their health away. There are only 5 main weapons and two options for pistols, but that takes nothing away from the game. You always have the option of an automatic weapon or a shotgun (and a scoped rifle later on), which satisfies all your zombie killing needs in whichever way you choose to fight. Sound track is excellent as are the sound effects. Zombie killing is always exciting, watching the way zombies fall as they're mowed down by you and your teammates. Overall, I concur heartily with the 9.5 rating and recommend you play it. Well worth the money, my younger brother is saving his so that when I return for the holidays, we can commence "family bonding" in the form of slaughtering zombies.… Expand
  93. JeremyWallace
    Dec 3, 2008
    10
    Despite the rotting bodies, L4D is a breath of fresh air in fps gaming. Heavy emphasis on co-op play has been long overdue and the concept has been taken to the next level in this game. The graphics are beautifully done but the game play combined with replayability will keep me playing for a long time to come.
  94. MattS
    Dec 3, 2008
    0
    First,
    I think this game is about 7/10. I rated it 0 because of all the extremely unrealistic 10/10s.
    The Good I won't say much about the good, since everyone else has for me. I absolutely love zombie games and this game has a lot of potential. I love how team play is emphasized. If your team has stragglers, a boss zombie will no doubt take advantage. There are several instances    First,
    I think this game is about 7/10. I rated it 0 because of all the extremely unrealistic 10/10s.

    The Good
    I won't say much about the good, since everyone else has for me. I absolutely love zombie games and this game has a lot of potential. I love how team play is emphasized. If your team has stragglers, a boss zombie will no doubt take advantage. There are several instances where conservation of health pickups and grenades can save a team in the most unsurvivable situations. Graphics were good, and I was impressed with the level of detail in the maps.

    The Bad
    This game was highly touted for its AI, but I was not impressed. Even with all the random spawning, maps are still incredibly predictable. This makes the replayability low for some people. Especially since there is only 4 maps. What's worse is that each map plays almost identically as follows:

    Start with crappy weapon, horde, boss, rest, horde, boss, rest, flip a switch, horde, boss, rest, second pistol, horde, boss, next level, horde, boss, rest, horde, boss, rest, better guns, horde, boss, rest, flip a switch, etc...

    While the end of each map is a fun 10 minute king of the hill game, it's exactly the same with each map. I really wish they had thought out the objectives. It's sad that you can get better objectives from some Joe Nobody making a map on zpanic than with this $50 glorified, "end all" zombie game.
    While the versus mode is cool, the wait time for the zombie players in game is very annoying. And the lack of choice of what boss you are is additionally frustrating. It'd be nice if you could play as a regular zombie as you wait for boss spawn. Also, a custom spawn limit for boss zombies might be nice to give survivers a better or worse chance.

    I am really hoping that as updates and mods come out, we will see different objectives, more than basic weapons, and more playable zombies (and zombie choice).

    All in all,
    Buyer beware, this game is NOT worth $50, but with good updates may be in the future.    … Expand
  95. AnonymousMC
    Dec 3, 2008
    6
    While the game fails to be original (who hasn't done a Zombie mod?) and is horribly limited in content (4 campaigns?! and 7 weapons?!) it tries really hard to do things not done before. The Director does an excellent job of applying some randomness to each campaign so you have to be constantly thinking tactically. Easy and Normal provide an environment where, unless you are set uponWhile the game fails to be original (who hasn't done a Zombie mod?) and is horribly limited in content (4 campaigns?! and 7 weapons?!) it tries really hard to do things not done before. The Director does an excellent job of applying some randomness to each campaign so you have to be constantly thinking tactically. Easy and Normal provide an environment where, unless you are set upon by Special Infected or a Horde, you can roam the map with impunity, the pinned mechanic works wonderfully and a lot of energy and attention has gone in to the visual and auditory style of the game (on my computer, the game is visually beautiful, in a dark and macbre way.) I don't even mind the fact that we're limited to only 4 skins for the Survivors and 6 skins for the special infected (altho, there are effectively thousands of skins for the horde). The voice acting is excellent also, and there is enough variety that you could probably play for a year and not have heard every line of speech. Where the game really falls down though is in the online multiplayer, which is a crime of epic proportions when you consider that this is a multiplayer game only. Matchmaking is barely functional, matching you to difficulty levels (putting you in an Expert game when you asked for a Normal one) and styles (A Versus game instead of a Campaign) and connection issues (joining you to a full game 4 times in a row) and connection issues (repeatedly timing out even when you've got "4 bars" good latency and matching you to servers on another continent where everyone's latency is "1 bar" bad bad bad.) I play, and will continue to play, and will even look forward to both fan released content and content released by Valve. I won't even hold this title much against Valve, since they purchased the title well in to it's development and had to live with the flaws of it's original developers. But, I am disappointed. 6 our of 10.… Expand
  96. MattMcMinn
    Dec 3, 2008
    10
    Amazing game. Picked it up at 5pm and couldn't put it down until 2am. It has exciting game play and when you play with friends it gets even better. I was skeptical of versus mode but its a lot of fun to be the zombies. My only complaint in reference to that is that is the spawn system is picky but you get used to it after about 5 mins.
  97. Adamccgzh@hotmail.com
    Dec 2, 2008
    10
    im giveing this game Left 4 Dead a 10/10 because it is a fun fast killing game some flaws i have seen and the biggest one is story line. im not going to give it a 9 for it but i like reading, playing and learning about zombies and the biggest question i have for steam how do people get infection in the game is it from the blood or something else??? like it
  98. SamRoark
    Dec 2, 2008
    10
    A great game, worth every penny i paid, versus is great campain is awsome, and all the other great things, i have already replayed all 4 campains 3 times each and i still love the game just as much as when i got it, the only way i can think you would hate it is if you dont have that many friends who play L4D, I highly highly recomend reading owners manual so you better understand how toA great game, worth every penny i paid, versus is great campain is awsome, and all the other great things, i have already replayed all 4 campains 3 times each and i still love the game just as much as when i got it, the only way i can think you would hate it is if you dont have that many friends who play L4D, I highly highly recomend reading owners manual so you better understand how to play the game… Expand
  99. JohnS.L
    Dec 2, 2008
    10
    Amazing game! Steele X, what is up with you, maybe no-one likes you, when i go on, voice is commonly used, and everyone is typing, if someone is lagging behind, we all go back and wait for him. What do you mean theres no story? An infectious disease being tested in a laborotory got out, and infected millions of people, however, about 5% of the population were immune to this disease, youAmazing game! Steele X, what is up with you, maybe no-one likes you, when i go on, voice is commonly used, and everyone is typing, if someone is lagging behind, we all go back and wait for him. What do you mean theres no story? An infectious disease being tested in a laborotory got out, and infected millions of people, however, about 5% of the population were immune to this disease, you are one of them. And you have to escape in every 'movie'. Want to know why its the same thing, having to escape in every level? THEY ARE NOT ONE BIG CAMPAIGN, each is a different 'movie' as named in L4D. You state that you know where the bosses are going to jump out, and where the med kits are... um , no you dont. The AI Director, a new feature in Valve games. Changes everything according to your progress and skill in the game. Not overall skill, your skill in the current game. John S, you say that L4D is a 'zombie survival horror' erm... no its not, in many reviews, publishings, articles, it cleary says, its not a 'SURVIVAL'. Zombie Survival, is where you are pinned down in one single location for the entire game, with waves/onslaught of zombies, left 4 dead is not that. Left 4 Dead requires you to be constantly moving and getting from point A to B, if you decide to slow down, or stand your ground, the ai director will take note, and send in hordes of zombies to get you runnin! :)
    I hope this review will make you change your minds, you have both said what L4D is not...    … Expand
  100. Rattler
    Dec 2, 2008
    10
    I look forward to updates to this game. have only seen a few bugs, but overall smooth an I love the TEAM work that has to be played in order to win. Sure you can have 1 john rambo in the mix but even he/she still needs the other 3 folks. I personaly love this game.. granted I'm a horror nut as well so the whole zombie thing did the trick for Me.
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89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 57 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 58
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  1. IGN
    90
    There's absolutely no doubt that Left 4 Dead is one of the most social and exciting multiplayer games that we've ever played. It's almost pitch perfect in how it captures the tension and the action of a Hollywood zombie movie.
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  2. GameSpy
    90
    The inventive and highly entertaining competitive multiplayer mode just adds to the experience, and we're looking forward to seeing what Valve's got planned for the game's future. Out of all the titles that have shaped the Year of Living Cooperatively, this may be the best experience of them all.
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  3. IGN UK
    92
    One of the finest zombie games ever made, and one of the finest co-op games ever made. The potential for everything to go so, so wrong without warning, or conversely to pull off the most spectacular escapes against all odds, means this is an online shooter you can tell your finest anecdotes about without boring everyone else to tears.
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