Left 4 Dead

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  1. WilliamD.
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    I have played this game and it is wonderful. The animations are interesting and fluid and the gameplay has been perfected to something like an art form. The characters (while not much story is given) are still exceptionally realized. Its funny to think that this is Turtle Rock Studios' second game with valve, and (I don't think its really a coincidence) its also one of valves I have played this game and it is wonderful. The animations are interesting and fluid and the gameplay has been perfected to something like an art form. The characters (while not much story is given) are still exceptionally realized. Its funny to think that this is Turtle Rock Studios' second game with valve, and (I don't think its really a coincidence) its also one of valves worst reviewed games. I think that turtle rock added polish, but valve made it great. Also the optimization is great.… Expand
  2. RobertM.
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    L4D is an amazing game.. The graphics and atmosphre blowed me away! The mulitiplayer is fantastic, playing with friends in versus mode 8v8 really makes it challenging and fun. Only a couple of downers... 1) No effort needed in aiming, im guessing its because the game was designed for the xbox too, so acurate aiming had to be dumbed down alittle. 2) no ability to select a server you would L4D is an amazing game.. The graphics and atmosphre blowed me away! The mulitiplayer is fantastic, playing with friends in versus mode 8v8 really makes it challenging and fun. Only a couple of downers... 1) No effort needed in aiming, im guessing its because the game was designed for the xbox too, so acurate aiming had to be dumbed down alittle. 2) no ability to select a server you would like to play on, so many times me and my friends ended up on a 3rd party server serving WAY more players than it should be and it was like playing in a flick book. But other than the above 2 things this game is awsome! its fun and easy to pick up. I personally rate it as a 92/100.... The metascore, which i totally disagree with is 88. 88? so what they are trying to tell me is that HL2:EP1 was only marginally worse than this game? are you crazy? HL2:EP1 was crap. No effort of story or new landscapes.. it was boring from begining to end and i thought it should have been given to us all free. Anyhow! Buy this game its great fun and will keep you entertained for a long time :) nyght… Expand
  3. MonkZ
    Nov 21, 2008
    9
    I'm an old gamer with very high standards when it comes to current games. There are so many games out there that are re-hashed from a decade ago. And most of them fail to impress... I like many of you have played it all and seen it all..
    Until Now!!!
    This is definitely one of the most unique games I've played in a long, long time. The best part of this game is the co-op    I'm an old gamer with very high standards when it comes to current games. There are so many games out there that are re-hashed from a decade ago. And most of them fail to impress... I like many of you have played it all and seen it all..
    Until Now!!!
    This is definitely one of the most unique games I've played in a long, long time. The best part of this game is the co-op play. It's fantastic and works extremely well. If you don't work together you die period.
    The story line aspect keeps you engaged and the stats and achievement system is a nice touch. The zombies are perfectly done and react well to all sorts of gun fire :). Physics are very well done and overall presentation is Top notch with a capital T. The game play is FANTASTIC and the replayability factor remains very high. Did I stress the fantastic fun game play enough??? :) Game play easily gets a 10 out of 10 in my book.
    As for flaws... well... I'm hard pressed to find any glaring flaws with this game. Maybe they could have added a flame thrower or something but now I'm being picky :)..
    Simply - A Brilliant Game.    … Expand
  4. DerekF
    Nov 24, 2008
    9
    This game rocks. that's all I have to say.. and to the haters, it's not meant to be a single player game with lots of content and story line....it's meant for multi-player TEAMWORK!! which means lots of action and pacing..the graphics AND game play and sound are incredible.. the immersion is brooding..and on my dedicated server I pay for...with my multi-game Community..weThis game rocks. that's all I have to say.. and to the haters, it's not meant to be a single player game with lots of content and story line....it's meant for multi-player TEAMWORK!! which means lots of action and pacing..the graphics AND game play and sound are incredible.. the immersion is brooding..and on my dedicated server I pay for...with my multi-game Community..we have a BLAST playing this game. I'd give a 20 for a job well done, it's better than ANY other weak "MOD" out there...this is a full GAME not just some crappy add-on. like the HL zombie mod, or the Killing Floor UT2004 abomination:) Valve.. good thing you bought that developer studio out to give us something better than the old boring half life episode 50 million and a half of the same game over and over again.:) CHEERS!

    ONLY ONE DRAWBACK.. take the matchmaking out. for pc. leave it for actual consoles.. it's worthless on the PC.!    … Expand
  5. ZanzarasOakenstaff
    Nov 27, 2008
    9
    Fantastic! Finally a good coop game and a zombie shooter to boot! Game play is excellent. My friends and I have waited a looong time for a good quality coop shooter. Give us more Valve.
    The only thing that stopped this game from getting a perfect 10 was the fact that there was no way to either turn off the foul language or bleep it out (that would be cool since it's suppose to be    Fantastic! Finally a good coop game and a zombie shooter to boot! Game play is excellent. My friends and I have waited a looong time for a good quality coop shooter. Give us more Valve.
    The only thing that stopped this game from getting a perfect 10 was the fact that there was no way to either turn off the foul language or bleep it out (that would be cool since it's suppose to be a movie) or even the ability to turn off the characters voices. Valve, please patch this feature into your games, this way everyone is happy... those who don't mind the foul language and those of us who don't want to hear it.

    Other than that... great job!    … Expand
  6. GeorgeO
    Nov 27, 2008
    9
    Briefly: a critique of the user critiques. You don't score a game based upon other people scoring it. Clearly this game is not a 0, even subjectively, not even the failure 6. The production quality of the game is very strong and highly polished. The gameplay is attractive, fun, and addicting. I do find that this game doesn't pull me with such an extreme obsession that some otherBriefly: a critique of the user critiques. You don't score a game based upon other people scoring it. Clearly this game is not a 0, even subjectively, not even the failure 6. The production quality of the game is very strong and highly polished. The gameplay is attractive, fun, and addicting. I do find that this game doesn't pull me with such an extreme obsession that some other games have, but I still feel compelled to play this game and can see myself playing this game for years to come despite that lack of a crippling addictive feel. Wait, I guess that's a good thing.
    Seeing as 10 is the best score, this game does deserve such a score because it is not the best game ever made. Sure, it's a subjective answer, but that's the entire point of attempting to be objective in your review.
    Another critique of reviewers and user reviewers: take the game for what it stands, and avoid using hyperbole and sweeping generalizations to avoid looking like a complete dolt. "Nobody types, nobody uses microphones, and everybody [presses the "laugh" button to frequently]", ... come on! In the 30 hours I've put in since this game's release, I've probably played three very brief matches in which no microphone was used, or I did not notice. Do not judge a game because you played all of one match and thought to yourself, "this is ****!" Also, I'm sickened by "expectations". I've had friends "expecting" a deep and compelling story ala Half Life 2. That's fine, but just because you misread the back of the box, don't spew what disappointed you just because of your lack of reading comprehension. Staggering to say the least.

    This game is a solid 9 on a score of 10. Fast paced and challenging fun, and I'm not afraid to admit that I have yet to beat a single campaign on expert. I was honestly shocked by the level of tactics really required to play this game, personally expecting just good ol' zombie killin' much like what my friends and I used to do back with the Counter-Strike bots going knives only. The AI director does a damn good job keeping me properly on my toes, and Valve's use of their home-grown tool to keep pacing at a fun level is proficiently exception to say the least. This game will set itself as a hallmark over the years as to what to aspire to in creating online multilayer games.
    Enjoy your time playing it, and death to morons globally. Thanks.    … Expand
  7. TomK.
    Dec 1, 2008
    9
    My review is going to be parallel with a reply to Steele X's terribly uninformed review. Not only does the man underrates the game much more drastically than others overrate it, he seems to base his review of a superficial experience.

    First of all, your team-mates can be idiots, who run off only to get slaughtered, don't help you when you're in trouble, and keep shooting    My review is going to be parallel with a reply to Steele X's terribly uninformed review. Not only does the man underrates the game much more drastically than others overrate it, he seems to base his review of a superficial experience.

    First of all, your team-mates can be idiots, who run off only to get slaughtered, don't help you when you're in trouble, and keep shooting you in the back. But Left 4 Dead isn't meant to be played with random people. If you think you can successfully cooperate with a stranger from the Internet, you must be new to this whole online thing. Unless you have friends and/or are willing to make new ones, this game isn't for you.

    Secondly, the game randomises everything. Perhaps not to the extent of Diablo, but enough to vary each playthrough. Only stashes of ammunition are found in the same places; the location of everything else can only be guessed.

    Thirdly, if you are bored playing Left 4 Dead, you might want to stop playing on Easy or Normal. The game should be played at least on Advanced, though you'll have the most fun on Expert. It'll take you half of a day to finish just one campaign full of unimaginably intense battles.

    Then there's Versus, where you get to play as one of the special Infected and slaughter the Survivors, ruining their attempt to escape. After all, that's what the game is about - surviving, and shooting zombies while you're at it. When playing with your buddies on Expert, you certainly won't see anyone going out of their way for some frags.

    This game is what you make it to be.    … Expand
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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.
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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.
  16. LinusB
    Nov 28, 2009
    9
    A fantastic game that still works just as good as it did upon release. I'm playing this game every sunday with my friends and will probably do so for a good long time.
  17. AnonymousOne
    Dec 31, 2009
    9
    How can anything this simple and repetitive be so entertaining? I stopped asking myself that question after the first hour. Left4Dead has become one of my all time favorite Source games.
  18. 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
  19. Comrade
    Oct 30, 2009
    9
    Awesome game. Its just missing a few things. Versus is the best mode ever, but everyone hates being survivers, so when its there turn, they leave! Good game, still. Just what i expected of Valve.
  20. 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
  21. PDale
    Feb 10, 2009
    9
    There is nothing better than a blast and run saga. Some funny things happen when you blast a Hunter and watch him cartwheel of a pal who a second before was getting munched on, or see the back side of a patient zombie hording after a mate who has been barfed on by a Boomer (watch out for Zoe farting in the lift). Maps are just right when playing past normal mode anything under advance There is nothing better than a blast and run saga. Some funny things happen when you blast a Hunter and watch him cartwheel of a pal who a second before was getting munched on, or see the back side of a patient zombie hording after a mate who has been barfed on by a Boomer (watch out for Zoe farting in the lift). Maps are just right when playing past normal mode anything under advance mode is to easy after the first run through. I would like to say the things I don't like is the crappy Xbox type match up, which i find need sorting and the fact i would like to see my ping not some colour bars. The worst thing is they stitched all people who pre-ordered with a massive price only to find amazon selling half price on release date (filthy corporate scum). In short its a Valve game which means it will get better and better just like Team fortress 2 which has had some major addons with no cost (unlucky Xbox mob) so consider it as an investment and a very good team player game but remember some times it best to cut your pals lose and "run to the chopper".… Expand
  22. christopherj
    Feb 24, 2009
    9
    This is a interesting one-player FPS, but it a FANTASTIC multi-player game online. The VERSUS mode is GREAT! I can play it again and again. I shout orders and hurl insults. Never have I cared so much about what my teammates do in an multi-player FPS. You must rely on each other. MUST.
  23. Karl
    Apr 23, 2009
    9
    great co-op game play, especially when your team co-ops. The new survival mode is intense and makes a great game even better. Four to six more campaigns would help greatly as the four it comes with generally become less an less challenging, the unpredictable AI taken into account, as you gain experience Great for lan play as well as online Worth the money you pay for it, and as levels are great co-op game play, especially when your team co-ops. The new survival mode is intense and makes a great game even better. Four to six more campaigns would help greatly as the four it comes with generally become less an less challenging, the unpredictable AI taken into account, as you gain experience Great for lan play as well as online Worth the money you pay for it, and as levels are added that value will just go up.… Expand
  24. KaarleW
    May 10, 2009
    9
    A wonderfully thrilling game that can be played again and again. The graphics are great and yet, my poopy computer runs it like magic. The only minus I have to give is the fact that the number of weapons is very limited, which is strange for a Valve game.
  25. Kevin
    May 16, 2009
    9
    Over all, Left 4 Dead was a great game. The first time I played it I played for 6 hours straight. The running zombies got your addrenlin pumping and being able to work with team mates was really cool. The only things I would change about the game is the fact that your partners weren't the smartest (they should be more team oriented) and that the game wasn't very long (more Over all, Left 4 Dead was a great game. The first time I played it I played for 6 hours straight. The running zombies got your addrenlin pumping and being able to work with team mates was really cool. The only things I would change about the game is the fact that your partners weren't the smartest (they should be more team oriented) and that the game wasn't very long (more levels should of been added). Other than that, the game is a lot of fun to play, especially online.… Expand
  26. SamM
    May 19, 2009
    9
    Sorry, the reviews by Fox J and R L below me were pissing me off. They have obviously not even played the game. In fox's review, he claimed that one player plays as the director - not true. The AI director is the same in Campaign and versus, the infected play as the special infected (Boomer, Smoker, Hunter, and Tank). Of course, some people can ruin a gaming experience, but about 90 Sorry, the reviews by Fox J and R L below me were pissing me off. They have obviously not even played the game. In fox's review, he claimed that one player plays as the director - not true. The AI director is the same in Campaign and versus, the infected play as the special infected (Boomer, Smoker, Hunter, and Tank). Of course, some people can ruin a gaming experience, but about 90 percent of the time you'll get in a game with some cool people, or just play with friends (more fun anyways). OK, in R L's way down there, he's also wrong. I suppose survival mode is a preference, but they've already released community map tools. It's nothing like HL2 - much faster and more intense. The lack of weapons is for mere simplicity and a bit of realism. Games like HL2 and (sorry for the generic example) Halo have a lot of weapons because there are a lot of different situations, requiring different weapons. L4D is just killing zombies. Plain and simple fun. Oh, and there was a user-made mall level BEFORE the development tools were released. And remember, this is Valve. VALVE. Look at TF2. Its been out for close to 2 years, and updates of all kinds are still flooding out. Oh, and to prove that I'm not a fanboy, I do have some problems with the game. The AI wont follow you, they have to kill EVERYTHING before they go on. In one section, you have to climb ladders up an elevator shaft. Rather than climbing up, my AI buddies stood around shooting at smokers and were soon dragged to their deaths. Then again, its a Co-Op game. Bring Friends.… Expand
  27. P0nwz0rTheNoob
    Jun 5, 2009
    9
    Left 4 Dead is a fantastic FPS that does someting different: letting you slaughter millions of zombies instead of headshoting terrorists/soliders. The weakness of this game is the single player part and that it contains few levels. But whit a splendid multiplayer mode and the Source SDK tool, it doesnt mather much. The gameplay is perfect, the grapichs is as good as you can get whit Left 4 Dead is a fantastic FPS that does someting different: letting you slaughter millions of zombies instead of headshoting terrorists/soliders. The weakness of this game is the single player part and that it contains few levels. But whit a splendid multiplayer mode and the Source SDK tool, it doesnt mather much. The gameplay is perfect, the grapichs is as good as you can get whit Source and the sounds are awesome. You will love the scary piano riff that plays when exploring dark, abondend rooms!… Expand
  28. D.L
    Jul 25, 2009
    9
    Short review: Likeable characters, true co-op gameplay, great design, but only 5 weapons (Hunting Rifle, Assault Rifle, Auto Shotgun, Pump Shotgun, SMG). Long Review: This is a truly awesome game. You need to cooperate to survive, and that is one of the best parts. In most multiplayer games, a "team" means a bunch of players that run off and do their own thing. Even in "co-op" modes Short review: Likeable characters, true co-op gameplay, great design, but only 5 weapons (Hunting Rifle, Assault Rifle, Auto Shotgun, Pump Shotgun, SMG). Long Review: This is a truly awesome game. You need to cooperate to survive, and that is one of the best parts. In most multiplayer games, a "team" means a bunch of players that run off and do their own thing. Even in "co-op" modes there's no chain of command. However, in Left 4 Dead, I see players knowing where the (extremely smart) AI Director will place hordes of zombies and prepare accordingly. Now that the game has additional content such as player-designed levels and Survival modes, the game has amazing scale. The one downer is there are only 5 weapons, and one is a great weapon but useless in Left 4 Dead (the hunting rifle), which leaves you with a choice: shotgun or automatic weapon. It's something completely shocking for a developer like Valve with their Counter-Strike arsenal. In any case, Left 4 Dead is still the best co-op shooter and one of the best zombie shooters.… Expand
  29. GrimS
    Jul 6, 2009
    9
    Let's start with something I have to say. I do not like zombie games. The idea of mowing down a horde of brainless flesh simply doesn't appeal to me. I do however, love L4D. Why? The zombies have brains (almost). Upon picking up the game at my local store (For 19.99), I was shoved into a scenario called Dead Air, which takes place in an airport. The graphics in the game Let's start with something I have to say. I do not like zombie games. The idea of mowing down a horde of brainless flesh simply doesn't appeal to me. I do however, love L4D. Why? The zombies have brains (almost). Upon picking up the game at my local store (For 19.99), I was shoved into a scenario called Dead Air, which takes place in an airport. The graphics in the game aren't thrilling, but it's source. Source is becoming old technology. However, if you're not a graphics nut, and gladly jump into the original Doom and enjoy it (as I do) you have nothing to worry about. The suspense throughout the game is great. I often found myself looking behind me, guns ready only to find that it was my ally closing a door. The immersive qualities combined with the weakness of a lone wolf character make sticking together vital. The most impressive feature of the game (aside from the gameplay) is the audio. Different boss zombies make different noises when they become a threat. The Witch cries and shrieks, and the Tank stomps and is accompanied by a music change. (play with headphones) The gameplay is the flawless shooting you've come to expect from valve. Fully customizable controls (on PC), fermiliar weapons (for CS players especially) and great hit detection, all of the guns feel satisfying and rival each other in performance. One aspect of the guns I loved was the fact that according to the situation ahead (This only happens on a re-run of a level) I would change weaponry. E.g. Use a shotgun for the corridors in No Mercy, and switch to an assault rifle for the rooftop shootout. The game utilizes player mistakes to increase the difficulty. If a survivor shoots a boomer right next to the party, Loads of zombies swarm in. Cooperation between survivors is essential to survival. On the negative side, There arent many weapons to fool around with. Oh, and my fiancee keeps yelling at me for stumbling into bed at 6am.… Expand
  30. hello
    Jul 7, 2009
    9
    This game is addictive and fun for the up to 8 people playing. With the ability to build your own levels, battle zombies until you and 3 others die, verse each other as a zombie or survivor, or just get from point a to point b without dying this game has everything EXCEPT a story mode. Well there isn't a long one, just a few quick ones that can be beat in about an hour, but This game is addictive and fun for the up to 8 people playing. With the ability to build your own levels, battle zombies until you and 3 others die, verse each other as a zombie or survivor, or just get from point a to point b without dying this game has everything EXCEPT a story mode. Well there isn't a long one, just a few quick ones that can be beat in about an hour, but that's cuz this game is meant to be played with friends, and that is wat makes it FUN!!!!!!!!… Expand
  31. TracyC
    Sep 24, 2009
    9
    Each game is so different and can be played so many ways. The downside is not enough campaigns. Sure, new ones are created all the time, but it's not easy for a lot of people to d/l them. I love the variety of co-op, vs and survival. Versus has all the elements of a great game all on it's own. The frustration, anxiety, excitement and sometimes hilarity make it a game to play overEach game is so different and can be played so many ways. The downside is not enough campaigns. Sure, new ones are created all the time, but it's not easy for a lot of people to d/l them. I love the variety of co-op, vs and survival. Versus has all the elements of a great game all on it's own. The frustration, anxiety, excitement and sometimes hilarity make it a game to play over and over and over again!… Expand
  32. SeriousS.
    Sep 29, 2009
    9
    Addictive, demands teamwork, zombies. The game was addictive from the start, but actually lacked content for its high price of more than 50 bucks, which is why I'm not giving it a 10. Since it's being continously updated and allows custom content like whole self-made campaigns to be installed however, this is not a huge problem. It has three convincing game modes by now Addictive, demands teamwork, zombies. The game was addictive from the start, but actually lacked content for its high price of more than 50 bucks, which is why I'm not giving it a 10. Since it's being continously updated and allows custom content like whole self-made campaigns to be installed however, this is not a huge problem. It has three convincing game modes by now (I'm not counting in Singleplayer since it's simply campaign mode with bots instead of human players), whereas Versus is the one I am playing most of the time. In fact this is the most varied mode, since you experience a very individual game every time with individual ways of playing on both teams here The fact that this demands teamwork can also screw the game up really fast though, if one of your mates messes around like walking stray and gets himself killed, it means trouble for the rest of your team as well. It is best for you to bring some friends (preferably real life friends) instead of random people. Even though the amounth of content has improved over the one year it's been released it's still not THAT much, and I hope they will keep updating the game with new content even after the release of Left 4 Dead 2. What I've also been missing is that there isn't such a variety of weapons, you either find an Uzi and a pump shotgun or an M16 assault rifle, a hunting rifle and a combat shotgun... Not really that much.… Expand
  33. MagnusT
    Jan 23, 2010
    9
    I have one...rather huge beef with this game. The happy part is, it's not a problem that has been caused by the game itself. However, this problem is so huge and towering as to block out the sun. The game itself and everything about it easily earn the 9 I am giving it. However, the brutal fact that a healthy portion of its online players are quite possibly the scum of the earth, the I have one...rather huge beef with this game. The happy part is, it's not a problem that has been caused by the game itself. However, this problem is so huge and towering as to block out the sun. The game itself and everything about it easily earn the 9 I am giving it. However, the brutal fact that a healthy portion of its online players are quite possibly the scum of the earth, the evolutionary low, the creations that God shudders at when he realizes he created them, can really wear on the more serious players. I am trying not to be a whiny hater noob about this. I get 1st place on every chapter, literally 9/10 times I play, no matter what difficulty, in all of the important aspects. Despite this fact, in almost every match I've ever played, there has always been, at bare minimum, one incredibly anti-social sadist who wants to ruin the experience. Every. Single. Time. If this were a PvP/TvT FPS, I wouldn't care. People will be posturing lunatics in such games as CoD4 or FEAR2 or CS:S or whatever...but seriously? Can you even pretend to care about a team? If you are not one of those people and you don't want to deal with the infinite stream of madmen, idiots and TKers, skip this one. If you ARE one of the above, please...PLEASE, for the love of God, don't buy this game. Leave us serious people in peace so we can actually have fun playing this game with people who actually give a second crap about playing with a half-sane team.… Expand
  34. KyleM.
    Nov 18, 2008
    9
    It is a great game with great features and plenty of play time in it. It has a solid 20 hour minimum worth in total gameplay time before anyone will get bored of it. You do ofcourse have to like shooter games... In terms of fps games and shooter games in general, this is one of the best ever made, but it was to be expected... after all it is made by Valve who made previous hit titles like It is a great game with great features and plenty of play time in it. It has a solid 20 hour minimum worth in total gameplay time before anyone will get bored of it. You do ofcourse have to like shooter games... In terms of fps games and shooter games in general, this is one of the best ever made, but it was to be expected... after all it is made by Valve who made previous hit titles like Half-Life 1 and 2, Counter-Strike 1.6 and Counter-Strike Source, Portal, Team Fortress 2. A must buy game for anyone on steam and a definite must buy for anyone who likes fps games. It will give you your moneys worth, probably the average gamer being able to get 40 hours out of it before getting bored.… Expand
  35. DanJ.
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    Your gameplay rises to a feverish pitch in battle with entire hordes of zombies while the cries of your comrades getting pinned by Hunters, burped on by Boomers, pummeled to death by Tanks, or getting slashed into tiny bits by Witches achieves a realism that is the epitome of zombie films. The taunts of your team mates and cries, howls, and snarls of the furious Undead goad you further Your gameplay rises to a feverish pitch in battle with entire hordes of zombies while the cries of your comrades getting pinned by Hunters, burped on by Boomers, pummeled to death by Tanks, or getting slashed into tiny bits by Witches achieves a realism that is the epitome of zombie films. The taunts of your team mates and cries, howls, and snarls of the furious Undead goad you further into the tormented maze of each movie. Down to every second of time, every last drop health, and every last bit of ammo, you will spare nothing to blast the Horde into oblivion. The safe-houses become fewer and farther between as the AI Director continues torment you with every possible scenario of hordes and boss zombies, destroying any small shreds of hope in knowing where or when your next battle will be. You feel that this must be a nightmare, and it is, till you wake up and find you have been... ...Left 4 Dead. This game follows the classic idea of zombie mods, get from point A to point B without being killed or getting your team slaughtered while taking down as many of the Undead as possible along the way. I have found it to be spectacularly realistic and am comforted by the time-tested designs of Valve in the game engine and graphics. I miss a straight up storyline that was classic in the Half Life games. I hope this will be changed in the future.… Expand
  36. JonathanP.
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    Nearly a ten, soooo damn close. A brilliant game almost every eay. The co-op campaign is tense, involving and just plain good! Especialy with a group all on mic shouting "F*** horde, horde" while another shrieks "Hunter's got me, heeeelp!". Intense! But that's just the start, versus.... sweet, sweet verses. Two teams of 4 scrap it out through the campaign, tearing/shooting each Nearly a ten, soooo damn close. A brilliant game almost every eay. The co-op campaign is tense, involving and just plain good! Especialy with a group all on mic shouting "F*** horde, horde" while another shrieks "Hunter's got me, heeeelp!". Intense! But that's just the start, versus.... sweet, sweet verses. Two teams of 4 scrap it out through the campaign, tearing/shooting each other apart. My only negative point is the lack of variety in the whole concept, which is kind of unfair, since it is supposed an all out Zombie shooter, but a 10 needs to all round perfect, and I like a little more sophistication in a story. Still... AWSOME!… Expand
  37. ArticX.
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    Maybe it's not the game of the year, but it's close. We can see the usual attention to detail Valve brings in every project, and also the replayability they promised. It's the most intense online I've ever played.
  38. MarkP.
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    Fantastic game, as the user vote reflects. Some animations arent perfect but considering how dynamic Left 4 Dead is, this is understandable. Its only real problem is that you are often paired with poor teamates or others with no patience but Valve can hardly be blamed for that. Overall, fantastic fun, energy, atmosphere, very good graphics and even greater sound. Another must buy from Valve.
  39. StevenD.
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    well impressed, great graphics, i just needed more bullets!!! lol. love the gameplay but as i seemed to spend time on the floor when hell breaks loose i would have liked to have been able to bandage myself laid down!!!!! now my fav game ever and def one for playing online with mates in a great co-op. well done valve and the gang!
  40. AnonymousMC
    Nov 20, 2008
    9
    Awesome game, anything I can complain about with this game will soon be fixed by mods. I have never seen the perfect game but this one is pretty close, source engine is getting old but it looks wonderful in this game, frames per second is high despite tons of on screen action. Had it a little more engaging in game story it would easily rank as on of the best FPS of all time, as is I likeAwesome game, anything I can complain about with this game will soon be fixed by mods. I have never seen the perfect game but this one is pretty close, source engine is getting old but it looks wonderful in this game, frames per second is high despite tons of on screen action. Had it a little more engaging in game story it would easily rank as on of the best FPS of all time, as is I like it better than HL 1-2, Highly recommended for FPS fans and anyone who loves zombies.… Expand
  41. ChrisBloom
    Nov 20, 2008
    9
    Just a great game, always fun to play. since everyone loves this game, i would like to point out my cons about the game. Even though the Director does randomly change zombie locations, they are still in one of a few spots that you will see them. in other words, its random to a point. My other main complain is that it isnt a very long game, although the director makes up for this a littleJust a great game, always fun to play. since everyone loves this game, i would like to point out my cons about the game. Even though the Director does randomly change zombie locations, they are still in one of a few spots that you will see them. in other words, its random to a point. My other main complain is that it isnt a very long game, although the director makes up for this a little bit. i really would like the option of custom game maps, like cs:s. apart from that, awsome game!… Expand
  42. DJennings
    Nov 22, 2008
    9
    This is one of the most interesting games I've played in a long time. First person shooters come in many different flavors, but I think we finally have a new flavor in the shop. I love the cooperative elements that are required for survival and the fact that you can play as the infected as well in versus mode. This is what co-op is supposed to be.

    I can even see this idea being    This is one of the most interesting games I've played in a long time. First person shooters come in many different flavors, but I think we finally have a new flavor in the shop. I love the cooperative elements that are required for survival and the fact that you can play as the infected as well in versus mode. This is what co-op is supposed to be.

    I can even see this idea being used in the future with other games of a more realistic nature.....

    Bravo. Lets see you guys expand on this idea.    … Expand
  43. LiboWang
    Nov 23, 2008
    9
    Great game, very innovative. To the poster(s) below that may have complaints about this being the same zombie game. Please, name me ONE good cooperative (not even zombie/survival) multiplayer game that is remotely recent, on the PC, with decent AI, truly random experiences, some replayability, and good gun mechanics (ie. dual pistols will shoot as fast as I can click.) The above mentionedGreat game, very innovative. To the poster(s) below that may have complaints about this being the same zombie game. Please, name me ONE good cooperative (not even zombie/survival) multiplayer game that is remotely recent, on the PC, with decent AI, truly random experiences, some replayability, and good gun mechanics (ie. dual pistols will shoot as fast as I can click.) The above mentioned list contains all the features in Left 4 Dead. Sure it's not perfect, but in all relative comparison, we haven't had something that combines these multitude of aspects in gaming.
    I give it a 9 due to the price. But it's been far too long since PC gamers had a good coop-session with their buddies.    … Expand
  44. LukaTomislavGali?
    Nov 24, 2008
    9
    I really liked the game because there is nonstop action and fear of that you might get killed alone.The best part is the coop multyplayer.You and other people fight to survive massive zombie hordes while boss zombies are trying to get you down.I didn`t like the AI.Zombies are stupid.They run into fires, run towards holes, don`t see you sometimes (you can just pass by them and they`ll startI really liked the game because there is nonstop action and fear of that you might get killed alone.The best part is the coop multyplayer.You and other people fight to survive massive zombie hordes while boss zombies are trying to get you down.I didn`t like the AI.Zombies are stupid.They run into fires, run towards holes, don`t see you sometimes (you can just pass by them and they`ll start chasing you after 2-3 secs).The game has also major problems with lag on servers example:you join a server and you see you have a great ping (must be all green) but it lags.If your having a bad ping (red) then the game runs smooth.Most of the servers aren`t even playable!Zombies just stutter around hitting you and you can`t do nothing!

    But I still give this game a 9 cause it has nice action and can panic you when hordes come.    … Expand
  45. JohnBaldacchino
    Nov 24, 2008
    9
    Great game .Fun to play mostly with friends. All i can complain is if there was some type of a puzzle in it and more story like it coud be much better game.weapon if i were valve I add more this make this game more interasting. I give it 9 over all becuase i still thing this is the best every zombie game ever.Valve have done a good job, need fixing but still a great gob well done
  46. limchiL
    Nov 27, 2008
    9
    First of all, I'd like to say "fuck you" to Steele X for being so uninformed, and yet, reviewing a game that deserves much more merit. Steele X claimed that zombies respawn in the same areas and med packs are located in the same place every time you play a level. This is a false statement. The AI director that was incorporated into the game changes the style of gameplay by spawningFirst of all, I'd like to say "fuck you" to Steele X for being so uninformed, and yet, reviewing a game that deserves much more merit. Steele X claimed that zombies respawn in the same areas and med packs are located in the same place every time you play a level. This is a false statement. The AI director that was incorporated into the game changes the style of gameplay by spawning zombies and items in random areas. This even includes boss zombies. You won't know when you'll encounter a tank, and you won't even know if you're going to encounter it at all. Valve does an excellent job in implementing the AI Director into L4D. To give a game less merit than it deserves because your teammates were assholes is a bad reason to give it a "6-7." If you had any friends at all, you wouldn't play with random people across servers anyways. The gameplay is interactive and contains awesome scenarios. You'll go through airports, hospital buildings, sewers, and urban areas to get rescued. There is a versus mode where you can play as boss infected. In my opinion, it is so much fun. It's fun to play as boomers, hunters, or tanks as you incapacitate helpless survivors. When you play as survivors in versus mode, you're more alert and the need to help your friends become more important in order to win. Game of the Year? Not quite, but it's very close.
    Well, no one makes a decision to buy a game after reading metacritic user reviews/ratings anyways.    … Expand
  47. ZekkoPokon
    Nov 27, 2008
    9
    It's a great game! Graphics shaders and nice sound effects! Nice gameplay better AI and of course a valve based multiplayer. the only thing is that on single player... only if you don't have internet... there are only 4 levels with 6 chapters each... every level is done in a hour... that's all i have to say.
    GJ Valve Once Again!!!
  48. StuartKushon
    Nov 27, 2008
    9
    The vain effort, "to balance out all the other guys who game a 10" by some of the users here is laughable. This is one of the best cooperative experiences that I have had. It has the feel of Portal, spend a small amount of time (1 hour) finishing a campaign with your friends and you will walk away from your gaming experience feeling satisfied. Others have noted the many positive thingsThe vain effort, "to balance out all the other guys who game a 10" by some of the users here is laughable. This is one of the best cooperative experiences that I have had. It has the feel of Portal, spend a small amount of time (1 hour) finishing a campaign with your friends and you will walk away from your gaming experience feeling satisfied. Others have noted the many positive things about the game. I cian't currently give this game a 10 because at release only 4 campaigns and 5 weapons are available. That said, I fully expect the valve and the community to fix this in the months to come.… Expand
  49. Vorbis
    Nov 27, 2008
    9
    This game is best played on Expert with 3 other friends and a microphone, there is no better co-operative experience.

    Avoid anything below advanced and public games, then you'll have a great time. Already hit 30hours but a few extra weapons and maps would be good. Heres hoping for some patches.
  50. napalmsammitch
    Nov 28, 2008
    9
    For the guy giving it a 0 (to balance the voting, which makes no sense at all), he really has not tasted the game. "Pubbing" in Left4Dead can leave a bad taste in your mouth. It's a team game, you have to play it with 3 other friends that are on the same page as you. The single player is excellent, but to make it more effective you have to have more campaigns than what was initiallyFor the guy giving it a 0 (to balance the voting, which makes no sense at all), he really has not tasted the game. "Pubbing" in Left4Dead can leave a bad taste in your mouth. It's a team game, you have to play it with 3 other friends that are on the same page as you. The single player is excellent, but to make it more effective you have to have more campaigns than what was initially released. Co-op gameplay is where it is at. You have to understand that if you go into a random server with random people in ANY game you will be left out to dry at least half the time. This game requires a lot of teamwork when you're playing on expert (in versus and co-op campaign). If you can't work in a team, single player will give you some satisfaction, but don't expect the world out of the game because after all it is centered around Co-op play and other human (and zombie) interaction. I gave it a 9/10 but with more campaigns released, I can easily see it becoming a 10.… Expand
  51. 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
  52. 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
  53. 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
  54. NiklasA
    Oct 21, 2009
    9
    This game doe seem a little lacking in content, but Valve has made a few free additions to keep the game going. The game might get old after a while, but I garuntee you'll come back to it addicted all over again.
  55. Nick
    Dec 5, 2009
    9
    At first, I was very skeptical about L4d2, worried aboiut it being a $60 "add on". I played the demo, and it didn't convince me otherwise very well. However, I bought the game when it went on sale for $30, and was very pleasantly surprised. It did feature a whole lot of new weapons, ammunition, infected, and a few other new items. It had several new game modes, actually coherent At first, I was very skeptical about L4d2, worried aboiut it being a $60 "add on". I played the demo, and it didn't convince me otherwise very well. However, I bought the game when it went on sale for $30, and was very pleasantly surprised. It did feature a whole lot of new weapons, ammunition, infected, and a few other new items. It had several new game modes, actually coherent campeigns, and improved graphics. These give the game a whole new playing style, and was much more than an expansion pack. The menus and online play are also improved, although still not perfect.… Expand
  56. JaniKoivusaari
    Mar 13, 2009
    9
    Quite an addictive game, especially in the beginning. The intensity and movie-like atmosphere is great. In it's current state it runs out of maps pretty quickly. But the difficulty options, achievements, versus mode and playing with friends makes it a quick and fun game to play for one or two hours at a time.
  57. LanndonBlackmon
    Mar 15, 2009
    9
    Fun, intense, extremely addicting. The AI of your allies seems a bit lacking in the single player version though (teammates have a bad habit of not helping during key moments, running into an open flame to save a downed team member, etc.) but other then that it's a great deal of fun!
  58. DickArmy
    Apr 15, 2009
    9
    Campaign mode gets a little boring after 20 hours of play time. Expert mode is truly hard and take a lot of team work. The real joy of this game, however, is versus mode. Setting up the ultimate zombie attack and utterly destroying the survivors is one of the best experiences in the PC gaming world. You'd be silly if you denied yourself this pleasure. Graphics, sound, and style are Campaign mode gets a little boring after 20 hours of play time. Expert mode is truly hard and take a lot of team work. The real joy of this game, however, is versus mode. Setting up the ultimate zombie attack and utterly destroying the survivors is one of the best experiences in the PC gaming world. You'd be silly if you denied yourself this pleasure. Graphics, sound, and style are all top notch. Valve is also releasing more content soon.… Expand
  59. MichaelM
    May 15, 2009
    9
    Makes great fun being chased by a great horde of infected. After a while it seems to be the same all the time, but it is always different. No infected or special infected would ever be on the same place twice playing a campaign and the survivors always acting different. (singleplayer). In Multiplayer there's nothing like L4D for me. Co-Op Shooting Zombies, teamwork, nothing else. Makes great fun being chased by a great horde of infected. After a while it seems to be the same all the time, but it is always different. No infected or special infected would ever be on the same place twice playing a campaign and the survivors always acting different. (singleplayer). In Multiplayer there's nothing like L4D for me. Co-Op Shooting Zombies, teamwork, nothing else. That's what this game makes so great for me! Thanks Valve!… Expand
  60. BrianHollenbeck
    Nov 18, 2008
    9
    Great atmospherics, the Director AI is the next thing in gaming. Co-op is a must to play, and the Versus mechanics for playing Infected is well-balanced. I do believe the Infected that aren't the Tank need to deal damage more effectively, but overall this game gives a great zombie experience.
  61. JoeG.
    Nov 18, 2008
    9
    Its really a great game. I mean iv been playing just the demo for the last couple of days, but you get that rush when a bull rush of 20 zombies come running toward you only to get mown down by your uzi or shotty
  62. Josh
    Nov 18, 2008
    9
    First off, let me say this game is one of my all time favorite games and will remain to be a top choice for me. What I love about this game is that each time you play a level, don't expect it to be the same experience if you have played the level before, the weapons will spawn in different places, the infected will be in different spots and in different numbers based on how well you First off, let me say this game is one of my all time favorite games and will remain to be a top choice for me. What I love about this game is that each time you play a level, don't expect it to be the same experience if you have played the level before, the weapons will spawn in different places, the infected will be in different spots and in different numbers based on how well you do in the map. There is a good balance between the weapon damage and the number of damage an infected will cause to create a challenge and a breeze you can just sail through, if you work together as a team. Another great thing about this game is the AI and the director that goes along with it. The AI survivors actually will help you and not get in your way when shooting zombies, and when you get knocked down, they will help you up. They will also take the time to give you health if you are running low and protect you from getting hit. The environment of the map also give it a nice feel to the whole "zombie apocalypse" scenario and will give you some eye candy when your being overrun with infected raging towards you. You also need to work together as a team in this game. If your the type who likes to run off and go solo you will not make it. Trust me. You must rely on your team to help you out and they must rely on you. This is one of the best zombie games I have ever played and highly recommend it to anyone who likes to fight their way through hundreds of infected zombies.… Expand
  63. Steve
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    This game is online gaming nirvana. Coop play that is ACTUALLY coop ( and make no mistake, goign solo willget you killed stat ) , fast action ( but not too fast, i was worried it would be more quake than cs ) and infinite variability make this such a fresh title despite the irony of it being one of the oldest stories in the book. Ive only played 5 hours of the full game, and already This game is online gaming nirvana. Coop play that is ACTUALLY coop ( and make no mistake, goign solo willget you killed stat ) , fast action ( but not too fast, i was worried it would be more quake than cs ) and infinite variability make this such a fresh title despite the irony of it being one of the oldest stories in the book. Ive only played 5 hours of the full game, and already i've had more fun than i can remember playing online. This is definitely one to play with your buds with a headset on late at night - the mood and the action are so tight its hard to believe nobodys made this game sooner. GOOD JOB TURTLE ROCK !… Expand
  64. DorianX
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    One point shy from 10 because of the lack of story. Valves intro movie lays some story groundwork and then nothing . My bet is that the side stories will come in future episodes. Everything else seems to be just fine.
  65. JustinS.
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    While I've always been a fan of zombie games, I've never encountered one that I liked much. There was always Resident Evil, sure, but that mostly involves shooting slow stupid shambling creatures that were almost always easily obliterated before even getting too close. Then there was Outbreak, which added cooperative play into the mix, as horrible as it was. Then there's While I've always been a fan of zombie games, I've never encountered one that I liked much. There was always Resident Evil, sure, but that mostly involves shooting slow stupid shambling creatures that were almost always easily obliterated before even getting too close. Then there was Outbreak, which added cooperative play into the mix, as horrible as it was. Then there's Left 4 Dead. A game that forces players to work as a team (unlike Valve's previous game, Team Fortress 2, which only encourages it but does not force it) against massive hordes of zombies that can only be described as "The best zombie I've ever seen." can't be all bad, right? Each individual story is only a small handful of maps, at five per campaign, but the quality of these maps is enough for me to forgive Valve. Then there's Versus mode. Four against four, no teams of 15 "uber" players, ever. Teams that swap sides and repeat? Pure undeniable win, right there. Everyone gets to do everything. My only complaint is that there are only four campaigns. I can't wait to see what the L4D community whips up! You should buy this game. No doubt about it.… Expand
  66. Andrew
    Nov 22, 2008
    9
    I brought the game. But character depth is missing. Why they are all the same? Why one character hasn't abilities or skills that make him unique? I think that for have a 10, the game is missing these and some type of character improvement, level after level, campagin after campaign. Btw the multiplayer is awesome, I hadn't so much fun from a cooperative game from "Diablo 1". ItI brought the game. But character depth is missing. Why they are all the same? Why one character hasn't abilities or skills that make him unique? I think that for have a 10, the game is missing these and some type of character improvement, level after level, campagin after campaign. Btw the multiplayer is awesome, I hadn't so much fun from a cooperative game from "Diablo 1". It merits to be brought.… Expand
  67. ChadKeen
    Nov 23, 2008
    9
    This game has all the elements necessary to qualify it's price point. Gripping story (not narrated, story develops from the situation-but standard zombie survival tale), suspenseful action that ebbs and flows, ensuring that the player is either amped up, or just plain skittish about the next boss/zombie swarm that is surely inevitable, and last but not least, replayability. TheThis game has all the elements necessary to qualify it's price point. Gripping story (not narrated, story develops from the situation-but standard zombie survival tale), suspenseful action that ebbs and flows, ensuring that the player is either amped up, or just plain skittish about the next boss/zombie swarm that is surely inevitable, and last but not least, replayability. The scenes can get somewhat repetitive (the reason behind the "9" score), but with the action occurring at different places, forcing you to utilize different parts of the territory as your "last stands", the game stays fresh. Adding in the experience of new teammates every time you play gives you a new challenge, getting along and surviving with what you've got, not what you want.

    Some people are reviewing the game here with only seeing the demo (see John S.'s "0" rating). These ratings/posts should be removed as they are not accurate (neither is their spelling).

    The only problems I have with the game is that there are only 4 scenarios at launch (which will hopefully be remedied with an expansion or add-ons--please let them be free), and no true melee weapons. I can understand the cause for not having the melee weapons (continuous swinging would negate the need for "ammo" by killing the zombies all by itself--unlike the butt-stroke to push zombies back the way it is now).

    Recommended highly for anyone who is a fan of suspense and/or zombie movies.    … Expand
  68. Soot
    Nov 24, 2008
    9
    What CS did to tactical FPS, L4D might do for multiplayer co-op. For years the average zombielover and fan of survival horror has been looking for a game to appease their taste and with L4D we do have a winner. While short and with a so-so single player campaign, the multiplayer co-op aspect is made to give movie-like experiences you will be talking about with your friends for weeks. TheWhat CS did to tactical FPS, L4D might do for multiplayer co-op. For years the average zombielover and fan of survival horror has been looking for a game to appease their taste and with L4D we do have a winner. While short and with a so-so single player campaign, the multiplayer co-op aspect is made to give movie-like experiences you will be talking about with your friends for weeks. The AI Director keeps the spawns and zombie performance fresh despite the linear environment. The teamwork requires the players to have brains - much to the pleasure of the zombies.… Expand
  69. TonyB.
    Nov 24, 2008
    9
    John S. may have missed the point of the game. Sure there are other zombie shooter games, but Valve has perfected it with tense co-op and Vs. modes. And the fluid movement of the zombies is incredible. And you have to admit, the hunting sniper rifle is damn good practice for TF2. lol
  70. BullettA
    Nov 25, 2008
    9
    I've been very disappointed with games recently. Maybe my poor choices maybe they were hyped too much. Left4Dead has filled my missing fps/online hole. I'm not a fan of zombie games and I've not played online much for years (old school CS/DoD) player. So L4D was a gamble, but it's valve so not that bigger gamble. The presentation is slick and it looks good. The I've been very disappointed with games recently. Maybe my poor choices maybe they were hyped too much. Left4Dead has filled my missing fps/online hole. I'm not a fan of zombie games and I've not played online much for years (old school CS/DoD) player. So L4D was a gamble, but it's valve so not that bigger gamble. The presentation is slick and it looks good. The Characters all have a personality that comes across in the voice acting. People have been complaining about lack of a plot, it's a horror/survival game! your motivation is to escape... and what narrative there is drives this very well. The guns whilst limited are well balanced and do the job, the amounts of ammo keep you from random blasting and the bombs make using them a tough choice. Working as a team is critical to survival, so you do. Some of my best moment have been saving team mates or being rescued in the nick of time. Highly recommended, my game of the year.… Expand
  71. AlanG.
    Nov 25, 2008
    9
    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
  72. Sam
    Nov 29, 2008
    9
    L4D is awesome, but I have to give it a 9 out of 10. Someone commented that the campaigns are linear, and it is. Well... not all the time. Also, if unlucky, your teammates will kill you for fun, don't listen, and get you frustrated. So Co-Op is definitely needed. However, the Source Engine had made this game easy on the eyes with its outstanding graphics and brings out the trueL4D is awesome, but I have to give it a 9 out of 10. Someone commented that the campaigns are linear, and it is. Well... not all the time. Also, if unlucky, your teammates will kill you for fun, don't listen, and get you frustrated. So Co-Op is definitely needed. However, the Source Engine had made this game easy on the eyes with its outstanding graphics and brings out the true characteristics of Zombies. Whats also cool are Zombie Bosses. There really annoying in Campaign Expert, including Tank, but multiplayer or Versus makes it addicting to use these guys. Now The only thing I don't like is some glitches and there's only two maps on Versus Mode. This game should get a better rating if Valve does their best to upgrade different activities. What would be nice if there were servers that has 24 slots or more. Something that resembles the Counter-Strike Source Zombie Mod or Zombie Panic Source. No bosses, just PvP action, player infecting player. Ever since Left 4 Dead came out, people barely play these games, and I kinda miss it XD.… Expand
  73. 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
  74. RMW_Critic
    Sep 24, 2010
    9
    This game has all of the basic elements that a shooter should have and more. It gives the hardcore a mode, the director is one of the smartest ever created and it's cheap right now. Left 4 Dead is probably the best zombie shooter ever. Yet. I hope that Valve can release even more great games.
  75. Ed1
    Dec 12, 2010
    9
    This game was such a blast when it came out! It's now been superseded by L4D2, which is even better, but I still rate this as one of the best games of all times.
  76. ChrisOzzie
    Apr 27, 2013
    9
    Left 4 Dead set a standard for online gaming. It's” team survival” feature is fantastic and innovative. Many newer games have adopted this idea for their multiplayer features. My other 3 companions are almost always bots, and Left 4 Dead’s surprisingly decent AI offers a satisfying single player experience. Unfortunately, the other features, such as the “Versus” or “Survival” neverLeft 4 Dead set a standard for online gaming. It's” team survival” feature is fantastic and innovative. Many newer games have adopted this idea for their multiplayer features. My other 3 companions are almost always bots, and Left 4 Dead’s surprisingly decent AI offers a satisfying single player experience. Unfortunately, the other features, such as the “Versus” or “Survival” never appealed to me. But in the game’s defense, I never gave these other features much of a chance. This is because I was always glued to the regular campaigns and never directed my attention elsewhere. I strongly recommend this to all gamers out there. If you like FPSs and multiplayer, then this game will undoubtedly meet your standards.… Expand
  77. thequillguy
    Apr 24, 2011
    9
    Left 4 Dead offers the greatest multiplayer experience with strangers so far. Even if you do not like FPS games, or western zombie culture with its pretentious assertion that it all represents something else a little bit deeper, I warrant youâ
  78. IGF-Pixelspeech
    Apr 24, 2011
    9
    Left 4 Dead is an awesome game and the only classic I have seen in a while. The story is about four survivors who are stranded in a town struck by the T-viru-, I mean a horrible infection which turned the citizens into zombies. Louis, Francis, Bill and Zoey are amazing characters that you will certainly grow to love and everytime we start playing the game we end up in a fight over whoLeft 4 Dead is an awesome game and the only classic I have seen in a while. The story is about four survivors who are stranded in a town struck by the T-viru-, I mean a horrible infection which turned the citizens into zombies. Louis, Francis, Bill and Zoey are amazing characters that you will certainly grow to love and everytime we start playing the game we end up in a fight over who get's to play which awesome character. The story is mostly told through graffiti on the walls left there by other survivors and very subtle elements such as covered up bodies or piles of infected. The only downside is that the story of the survivors doesn't really make sense. At the end of every chapter you get saved from the city and at the beginning of every chapter you are standed again. That is the only reason this game does not get a full 10!


    The gameplay is the best part because this game is endlessly replayable. The goal is to fight through the infected and make it to the next safehouse, in the final part of each mission you will have to wait for rescue while thousands of zombies try to kill you. Thanks to the AI Director who decides where zombies, items and special infected spawn the game is never same twice and the difficulty is adjusted to your playstyle. The special infected also force you to adapt to a new situation very quickly, so you can't just mow through the infected alone because you will be picked off. This game perfectly enforces teamwork and you can replay it at any time, that is a true multiplayer game and a true classic.

    Finally, I also want to mention the presentation. A lot of effort has gone into making the city and everything that happens look as realistic as possible. There is never a moment that you will spend in a place you can't relate to and that is just amazing. The music is also awesome and like the AI Director it is different for each playthrough and each player hears a different song.

    Summary: Great game which you can replay at any time without getting bored. Story fails to connect events to each other, but the presentation easily makes you forget about that.    … Expand
  79. JoeMtW
    Apr 24, 2011
    9
    Very good game for its time. I played this with friends when I was younger and I really enjoyed myself. It was just one of those games everyone had at the time and everyone would play. I think it's one of the better zombie games out there, if not the role-model for a lot of them.
  80. doodlerman
    Jun 17, 2011
    9
    It's technically the same as the Xbox 360 version except it feels like there's so much more you can do with it, especially since you can download unique modded maps made by other players. It's rare that I think a game is better on the PC than it is on a console like the Xbox 360, but this is a perfect example of a game that is.
  81. Flash_Over
    Sep 14, 2011
    9
    This game is flawless! The game play just seems more smoother then in Left 4 Dead 2 and the characters are more attractive Bill a Vietnam vet, Francis the Chopper dude, Louis a successful black man and Zoey a pretty young girl that loves zombie movies.. I would give it a 10 but the game lacks more weapons, more types of zombies, more items, ect that Left 4 Dead 2 provides. Besides thoseThis game is flawless! The game play just seems more smoother then in Left 4 Dead 2 and the characters are more attractive Bill a Vietnam vet, Francis the Chopper dude, Louis a successful black man and Zoey a pretty young girl that loves zombie movies.. I would give it a 10 but the game lacks more weapons, more types of zombies, more items, ect that Left 4 Dead 2 provides. Besides those minor things I just can't seem the explain why I feel Left 4 Dead 1 is better. Also the thirdpersonshoulder mode works in L4D1. It is bugged in L4D2 and was never fixed.… Expand
  82. Subby
    Sep 8, 2011
    9
    An amazing game that started the whole zombie survival horror boom. Valve proved beyond doubt that they are masters of quality. Play with friends if you can.
  83. BasilZero
    May 11, 2012
    9
    Overall one of the best games ever made, and pretty much evolved the zombie genre to a point towards even making Resident Evil run for its money when it comes down to zombie genre games. Left 4 Dead will leave you with excitement and suspense which you will more than likely be talking about for a long time, along with that the fact its a Steam game and from valve, expect it to have a lotOverall one of the best games ever made, and pretty much evolved the zombie genre to a point towards even making Resident Evil run for its money when it comes down to zombie genre games. Left 4 Dead will leave you with excitement and suspense which you will more than likely be talking about for a long time, along with that the fact its a Steam game and from valve, expect it to have a lot of PC content exclusives such as Achievements, constant upgrades and unofficial mods. To make it better, Left 4 Dead 2 comes packed with this game as well when you purchase it!… Expand
  84. TexasGamer
    Nov 29, 2011
    9
    Absolutely amazing zombie game that reminds me of the movie 28 days later. The only way to improve this game would have been to add various routes, and more weapons. If you want to get the most out of left 4 dead, play online with friends, single player gets boring.
  85. meediocre
    Dec 20, 2011
    9
    Goddamn this game and the hours and hours and hours it has stolen from my life. And the sequel. It's all so ridiculously simple - point, shoot, run ad nauseum - that by rights I should not still have this game installed on my machine. Don't know why but a few years on, I still find myself logging on an doing a quick campaign. It is the ultimate co-op straightforward "get-to-safety"Goddamn this game and the hours and hours and hours it has stolen from my life. And the sequel. It's all so ridiculously simple - point, shoot, run ad nauseum - that by rights I should not still have this game installed on my machine. Don't know why but a few years on, I still find myself logging on an doing a quick campaign. It is the ultimate co-op straightforward "get-to-safety" survival horror game going. I think the endless appeal has to be with the 'AI Director' that changes the intensity, placement and frequency of zombie and special infected attacks. Everytime you play, it's all so familiar, yet completely different. If I do have one criticism though, it's the zombies themselves. I mean, how can they all be so samey!… Expand
  86. dracoblues
    Dec 29, 2011
    9
    Excelent game, I am giving a 9 only because the 10 belongs to the second release of Left 4 Dead, since the only thing this game was failing at is some bugs inside it and the poor hand to hand combat weapons, both upgraded in the second release.
  87. Lucif3r
    Oct 25, 2013
    9
    Decent zombie game. Most playable with friends you actually know over live chat. Cause the L4D community has many people trolling. Non the less ,the different campaigns you can download from the modding community, will make it up to you. Its an solid shooter ,but it starts lacking of replay value after few hundred hours.
  88. Captain_Faramir
    Apr 1, 2017
    9
    9.0 - One of the best games during the time and definitely one of the best zombie games around. With only four campaigns with five levels in each, the re-playability for this game was great.
  89. This_username_
    Jul 11, 2017
    9
    A good game. I've played it a lot on Steam, and I think it's one of the best zombie games of all time. How could anyone disagree with me? You know, the game only costs like 20 euros or 22 dollars. Not bad at all! Some say Left 4 Dead 2 is better but I haven't tried it yet (I must buy it as well as soon as possible).
  90. andrewcook4991
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Great level design and smooth controls. Funny characters. Sound is really good. Graphics could be better but don’t hold the game back.
  91. SilverOrlov
    Sep 30, 2019
    9
    You can play this game by yourself, as other characters can be controlled by the program, and there is a kind of mini-campaign here. But this game is not about that. Left 4 Dead is a very cool cooperative shooter in a zombie-apocalypse for 4 gamers against different types of zombies and in different situations and locations.
  92. nexus151196
    Feb 28, 2021
    9
    Шикарная игра, в которую наиграл с друзьями десятки часов. Атмосфера очень тягучая, играть реально страшно, особенно на высоком уровне сложности. Режиссёр - творит чудеса и создает кучу необычных ситуаций. Даже не удивлен, что игра все еще имеет хороший онлайн, даже спустя 13 лет.Шикарная игра, в которую наиграл с друзьями десятки часов. Атмосфера очень тягучая, играть реально страшно, особенно на высоком уровне сложности. Режиссёр - творит чудеса и создает кучу необычных ситуаций. Даже не удивлен, что игра все еще имеет хороший онлайн, даже спустя 13 лет.
  93. kimi1775
    Nov 9, 2020
    9
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  94. AlexK2000
    Mar 9, 2022
    9
    Легендарная игра с которой мне довелось познакомиться в детстве.
    Она великолепна во всём:
    - Сюжет; - Интересные главные герои и их взаимодействия друг с другом; - Разнообразные и интересные кампании; - Великолепная графика и музыка; - Разнообразные и интересные противники, режимы; - Отлично воссозданная зомби-атмосфера; - Отличные сетевые режимы. Благодаря этому в неё играют до    Легендарная игра с которой мне довелось познакомиться в детстве.
    Она великолепна во всём:
    - Сюжет;
    - Интересные главные герои и их взаимодействия друг с другом;
    - Разнообразные и интересные кампании;
    - Великолепная графика и музыка;
    - Разнообразные и интересные противники, режимы;
    - Отлично воссозданная зомби-атмосфера;
    - Отличные сетевые режимы.
    Благодаря этому в неё играют до сих пор несмотря на то, что ей уже почти 15 лет!!!
    В эту игру можно играть одному, но куда лучше и увлекательнее — с друзьями.
    Left 4 Dead по праву можно считать лучшей игрой про зомби.    … Expand
  95. lurtz1
    Apr 1, 2021
    9
    Favorite game of my childhood, really pleasently to smash some zombies on rainy evening! Amazing.
  96. Mezu5
    Apr 4, 2021
    9
    This game's content is included in the sequel in full and it's the best content in that game. The main reason to play this, or better, use a L4D2 mutation that emulates the pure L4D1 experience, is the enemy balance - there are only 5 special zombies in the original, 2 of them appearing about once per level, but that results in a better balance, less instant team wipe potential and anThis game's content is included in the sequel in full and it's the best content in that game. The main reason to play this, or better, use a L4D2 mutation that emulates the pure L4D1 experience, is the enemy balance - there are only 5 special zombies in the original, 2 of them appearing about once per level, but that results in a better balance, less instant team wipe potential and an actual chance to keep track of most ways the enemies can attack.… Expand
  97. Lordlierfrog73
    Jun 5, 2021
    9
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  98. Targaryen006
    Jan 21, 2023
    9
    Good Things(+)
    -gameplay
    -scary
    -multiplayer/singleplayer
    -hit feeling
    -level design

    İt Could Be Better
    -characters with the same trait
    -main story

    Bad things(-)
    -none

    on record:8h
  99. trinovatic
    Nov 27, 2022
    9
    Icónico, histórico, no se pq hubo un tiempo donde el apolipsis zombies vendía pero que bueno, el gameplay es buenisimo y jugarlo con los reales es otro pedo.
  100. threeoftendie
    Feb 5, 2023
    9
    Это одна из первых игр моего детства. И, несмотря на возраст и недостатки, о которых я сейчас узнаю от других, она не кажется мне плохой
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Awards & Rankings

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#6 Best PC Game of 2008
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#4 Most Discussed PC Game of 2008
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#10 Most Shared PC Game of 2008

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 57 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 58
  3. Negative: 0 out of 58
  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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