Left 4 Dead

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  1. IamNader
    May 22, 2023
    9
    L4D is the best zombie shooter game that keep you playing it for hours - 9/10
  2. Boo
    Dec 9, 2008
    8
    if you say that in this game tactics is not important you probably never finished a campaign to advanced level ...
    cooperation is facilitated by playing with people who you know. The system to create server is not perfect. For a perfect gaming experience is better to use the command "openbrowserserver" to find a low ping room because the game often lag.
    Btw i give a 8 and update and    if you say that in this game tactics is not important you probably never finished a campaign to advanced level ...
    cooperation is facilitated by playing with people who you know. The system to create server is not perfect. For a perfect gaming experience is better to use the command "openbrowserserver" to find a low ping room because the game often lag.
    Btw i give a 8 and update and user mod will increase valutation    … Expand
  3. S.T.A.R.S.
    May 30, 2009
    8
    Some good words to describe the game are awesome, fun, addicting, intense. It's biggest drawback however is the lack of content. Only four campaigns? This is coming from someone who, litterally, has beat the game inside and out, then played it more, and still plays it to this day. I've played co-op, campaign, even the newly released survivor modes. I have every achievement Some good words to describe the game are awesome, fun, addicting, intense. It's biggest drawback however is the lack of content. Only four campaigns? This is coming from someone who, litterally, has beat the game inside and out, then played it more, and still plays it to this day. I've played co-op, campaign, even the newly released survivor modes. I have every achievement possible, done all there is to do. But... only four campaigns? I was hoping for more campaigns, not a single level you can't escape with a light house. Sure, the developer kit will probably be released soon and people can make their own maps... but if there aren't some more official maps released as well Im going to be let down again. There's only so much we as a community can do, honestly. What makes a big part of the game fun is the survivors, their quirks, the dialogue they say to one another. From Francis's frequent reminders of everything he hates to Bills constant complaint about walking up and down stairs and so on, there is absolutely nothing new we as a community can do to make that ourselves. There's just so much more Valve could have added to the game by now and they haven't. I know plenty of my friends I've played with stop to "take a break" from the game because they feel the same, whether they actively say it or not. For how much it cost, there should have been more content. Sure, the replayability is awesome. I've spent over a hundred hours, probably closer to two, playing about 4or 5 hours worth of content. So think how much better the game would be with another 4 or 5 hours of content. That's right... I want at least another 4 campaigns... and no, I don't want a left for dead 2, I want more for this one. I've already heard about it... really what's stopping that from being more new content? New characters to play as, new levels to choose from? I think Valve would be doing everyone like me a diservice if they did anything less, especially considering games like half life and the super fantastic orange box. Seriously, look at all your fans cheering you on here, giving you the benefit of the doubt. Don't let us down. I'm not even saying give us our money's worth... live up to your already stellar reputation... give us what you already know your loyal community deserves. Once again, prove you can go above and beyond all our expectations, it's what put you where you are now after all. Until then, I don't think I can give the game anything better than an 8.… Expand
  4. FroDo
    Dec 21, 2008
    8
    When i preordered this game and played the demo, i bit my ass cause the demo was a bad joke... i cried that i payed 50$ for this game. But after playing the full version i changed my mind. This game is so much fun, even if there are just 4 campaigns in Co-Op and 2 in Versus, every experience is different in some way. Personally i prefer the expert mode. You die very often, but the When i preordered this game and played the demo, i bit my ass cause the demo was a bad joke... i cried that i payed 50$ for this game. But after playing the full version i changed my mind. This game is so much fun, even if there are just 4 campaigns in Co-Op and 2 in Versus, every experience is different in some way. Personally i prefer the expert mode. You die very often, but the survival factor is the biggest... if you dont play perfectly in a team you won't survive a single part of the campaign. The games pros are obvious, so i stop here but here come the cons: -some servers are badly lagging and even if you are in the same country sometimes you get completely differnet pings with your friends -sometimes the servers just crash when they are loading the next level -the graphics are ok, but nothing special. I think the source engine is just too old now, they should have licenced something like Cry oder Unreal Engine. -Easy Normal and hard are just TOO easy and the expert mode makes a big jump to nearly impossible, here valve should do something sorry for my bad english, i hop you understand what i would like to say.… Expand
  5. AS
    Jan 1, 2009
    8
    Great fun while it lasts. There's 4 campaigns with 5 chapters in each. Beating each campaign will take on average maybe 1 hour so that's only 4 hours all up. The game is fun but it's short and once you've beaten it, you'll probably move onto another game due to it's somewhat repetitive gameplay. The lower difficulties are pretty boring because they're Great fun while it lasts. There's 4 campaigns with 5 chapters in each. Beating each campaign will take on average maybe 1 hour so that's only 4 hours all up. The game is fun but it's short and once you've beaten it, you'll probably move onto another game due to it's somewhat repetitive gameplay. The lower difficulties are pretty boring because they're too easy so you just go around blowing zombies without a challenge. The higher difficulties makes it more fun as it's more challenging but still, after beating them there's not that much to keep you coming back. There aren't that many weapons either. The co-op aspect of it is fun and is exciting when playing whichever campaign for the first time, but once you know what the map is like, it's not as exciting. Graphics are real nice, HL2:Ep2 style. The game however is not worth $50 compared to other PC games you can buy off steam which have a higher replayability. I think it should be $30 MAX.… Expand
  6. RobA
    Jan 15, 2009
    8
    Great fun if you love shooting zombies. I do! Graphics, sound, zombie/human interplay is good. Versus mode is fun. If the interface and achievements worked properly, I'd rate it 9 or 10. Some of the achievements don't work, due to buggy starts on the campaigns for most people. Try restarting the game when everyone is in. The interface is not so good. It gives no choice for what Great fun if you love shooting zombies. I do! Graphics, sound, zombie/human interplay is good. Versus mode is fun. If the interface and achievements worked properly, I'd rate it 9 or 10. Some of the achievements don't work, due to buggy starts on the campaigns for most people. Try restarting the game when everyone is in. The interface is not so good. It gives no choice for what kind of server you'll be tossed into. There's nothing to prevent you from ending up in some lame-brain's custom map. The interface can't seem to figure out if the server is full, back at lobby after a game, on someone's laptop or anything, and so gives you super-laggy servers or disconnects after connecting you. And if it can't find a good connection, it tries 10 times over a few minutes... won't let you cancel the search, and then tells you what you already know; that the server isn't there. New maps please.… Expand
  7. ChrisB
    Apr 21, 2009
    8
    Left 4 Dead is nice mindless fun, but does get rather dull after a while. Has nice graphics and commentary from the foru characters can be witty and funny, though sometimes it can also be agonizingly teeth gritting. The lack of the SDK at this time or even new maps tends to run the replay value of the game down some, even with the achievements there to go after, they aren't exactly Left 4 Dead is nice mindless fun, but does get rather dull after a while. Has nice graphics and commentary from the foru characters can be witty and funny, though sometimes it can also be agonizingly teeth gritting. The lack of the SDK at this time or even new maps tends to run the replay value of the game down some, even with the achievements there to go after, they aren't exactly major things to worry about in the long run. It's a great game when you want to kill about an hours worth but doesn't currently have any long term play value. Perhaps when some player created maps come along.… Expand
  8. Brad
    May 8, 2009
    8
    Good violent team based fun. The game is very intense, health and ammo conservation are both factors you must continually be aware of and watching each others backs is an absolute must for survival. The game runs smoothly and looks nice on a fairly modest system and its easy to find a low ping multiplayer server to play on. It does get a tad boring after extended play, buy for a quick Good violent team based fun. The game is very intense, health and ammo conservation are both factors you must continually be aware of and watching each others backs is an absolute must for survival. The game runs smoothly and looks nice on a fairly modest system and its easy to find a low ping multiplayer server to play on. It does get a tad boring after extended play, buy for a quick buzz and some frantic run and gun action this is a great buy. Simple gameplay, instant action, exploding heads.… Expand
  9. AdamT
    Aug 12, 2009
    8
    I was fortunate to get this 50%(25$) on steam. Yes, It's a fantastic game, giving many hours of fun zombie killing. But, Lack of content makes this game lose much replay value. You only have 4 missions, which you can play by yourself and 3 bots, or with 3 other players, and even with 4 other players playing as infected(zombies). But these four campaigns are rather short, about 45I was fortunate to get this 50%(25$) on steam. Yes, It's a fantastic game, giving many hours of fun zombie killing. But, Lack of content makes this game lose much replay value. You only have 4 missions, which you can play by yourself and 3 bots, or with 3 other players, and even with 4 other players playing as infected(zombies). But these four campaigns are rather short, about 45 minutes to beat, and even with all those extra modes, doesn't exactly have much replay value. You also have survival mode, where you try to see how long you can last with a never ending horde of zombies. But, in conclusion,, Left 4 dead is fun, just not beckoning to be replayed many times. Lack of content makes this game a short, fun zombie experience.… Expand
  10. AdamS
    Aug 18, 2009
    8
    This game is so good I've now bought it twice. First for the Xbox and now for my PC. This is the first game I've played where co-op play improves it beyond the novelty of having a mate control someone else on screen. Valve have done a superb job of making sure players stick together as a team (as you won't survive long if you go it alone) without it feeling forced. You This game is so good I've now bought it twice. First for the Xbox and now for my PC. This is the first game I've played where co-op play improves it beyond the novelty of having a mate control someone else on screen. Valve have done a superb job of making sure players stick together as a team (as you won't survive long if you go it alone) without it feeling forced. You really do feel that the odds are stacked against you throughout the campaigns but in a good way. The only serious criticisms I have are to do with one of the best features of the game, the AI Director. The Director is a fantastic Idea that does keep the player on their toes as you never know when you'll be rushed by a horde of infected, however it could do with a greater variety of spawn points for the special enemies as I found after a few play throughs I knew where the witches were likely to be placed or when a tank was probably going to attack. That said when the director works it works very well indeed. Just like in a horror film some of the most tense parts of left 4 dead are where nothing is really happening, for instance your team are just coming to a room which is where you had one of your toughest fights last time so you're expecting the horde or a tank just round the corner, everyone heals up, reloads, gets psyched. You burst in and....... nothing, where the hell are they? A simple trick like the changing spawnpoints of enemies can add a surprising amount to the lifespan of a game. L4d2 sounds like it's improving on this with the Director able to change the actual layout of the maps to a certain extent which, combined with more types of special infected will probably fix the few issues I have with it. Sorry my comments rambled for so long, just passing time waiting for the game to download from steam.… Expand
  11. XQ
    Nov 29, 2008
    8
    It's true this would have been a really good game, but valve underestimated online computer gamers' douchieness and their unwillingness to cooperate or even communicate in a meaningful manner, which was really the staple of the whole game. I'm sure testing was really fun for all the guys at valve though...
  12. NinjaHedge
    Dec 14, 2008
    8
    I really like this game. But, sadly, it is NOT worth a 10.....yet. The pop culture references in the game reminiscent of all zombie fliks in the past is something that is a rare treat, but the sheer lack of levels and missions make it really difficult to say that this is a 10-er. Bioshock had more depth and HL had TONS more story, but that does not bring this game into the land of theI really like this game. But, sadly, it is NOT worth a 10.....yet. The pop culture references in the game reminiscent of all zombie fliks in the past is something that is a rare treat, but the sheer lack of levels and missions make it really difficult to say that this is a 10-er. Bioshock had more depth and HL had TONS more story, but that does not bring this game into the land of the 5's and below.

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

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

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

    But, hopefully, this is something that will soon be remedied. If valve gives this game half as much attension as some of its others with the patches and expansions, hopefully there will be a few more horror flik referenced levels in the near future! ;)    … Expand
  13. EmperorFool
    Dec 1, 2008
    8
    This is a great multiplayer game, especially if everyone has a mic. It needs more content such as maps, weapons, and special infected types. While the gameplay is very fun, it gets repetitive as there are only a few ways things can go even though placement of items and monsters is random.
  14. SteveJ
    Dec 23, 2008
    8
    This game is fun in expert campaign mode with 4 humans. Any lesser mode and things are too easy. Versus mode needs adjusting, there is too much emphesis placed on rushing through a level. The game could do with more levels, a lot more. Some may say more levels will come, but will they? Ok custom levels are sure to follow but what off official levels? Half-life 2 deathmatch hasn't had This game is fun in expert campaign mode with 4 humans. Any lesser mode and things are too easy. Versus mode needs adjusting, there is too much emphesis placed on rushing through a level. The game could do with more levels, a lot more. Some may say more levels will come, but will they? Ok custom levels are sure to follow but what off official levels? Half-life 2 deathmatch hasn't had any official levels released since when? dissapointing. There are some bugs in l4d, an awful lobby type system which doesn't really help to create a community. The game also needs more achievements, eg a new achievement for 1 million zombies killed would be welcome. At it's best and with more content and less bugs and one or 2 game changes, the game could be rated a 10. However, in it's current state it deserves a solid 8 despite the niggles.… Expand
  15. JackBeer
    Dec 5, 2008
    8
    A good game, highly over-rated and is deffinitely not the best game ever. There are apparently "10 new weapons" added into L4D which was a tiny bit misleading as all i saw was the uzi, m4, shot, autoshot, sniper, pistols/dual, pipe bombs and molotovs. Am i wrong to say that the dual pistols are basically the dual elites from counter strike : source? same with the auto shotty, ripped fromA good game, highly over-rated and is deffinitely not the best game ever. There are apparently "10 new weapons" added into L4D which was a tiny bit misleading as all i saw was the uzi, m4, shot, autoshot, sniper, pistols/dual, pipe bombs and molotovs. Am i wrong to say that the dual pistols are basically the dual elites from counter strike : source? same with the auto shotty, ripped from CS:S and the shotty... and the uzi? Its basically counter strike source with zombies better graphics a more advanced A.I and the intergration of "special infected". IMO i think its a great game, i could play it for hours and still be pretty entertained, really the achievment system is the only thing which keeps that alive, but still overall a decent game, good to play with friends and online, plus a whole new variety of tactics need to be learnt. 8/10… Expand
  16. RockonStratos
    Jan 3, 2009
    8
    I have to say, while this is a very fun co-op game and extremely unique, the lack of content at release prevents me from giving it a 10. I think that once VALVe releases the SDK, the community will be able to fill in the gaps, but until that point it's a little stunted.
  17. Ekizel
    Jan 6, 2009
    8
    Steele X when giving his rating of '0', obviously has played the game for about 5 minutes prior to him rating it. I can say this with utmost confidence, because the game uses an "AI director" which randomizes item spawns, horde spawns, and even whether a witch or a tank spawns within the level. Also, I fail to see the logic of rating it based on the players you played with, Steele X when giving his rating of '0', obviously has played the game for about 5 minutes prior to him rating it. I can say this with utmost confidence, because the game uses an "AI director" which randomizes item spawns, horde spawns, and even whether a witch or a tank spawns within the level. Also, I fail to see the logic of rating it based on the players you played with, rather than the actual content of the game itself. That aside.... The game is a great concept on paper, uses the source engine so most players will have good visuals and a solid framerate, however there are a few oversights in the implementation that needs to be addressed before I give this game a 9-10. The first being melee attacks. Survivors can spam melee attacks and be almost invincible against regular zombies, and makes hunters getting a pounce in rather challenging in many parts of the maps. There are several exploits, and due to the nature of the game's matchmaking system, players may find themselves having their entire campaign ruined by a 4 year old who thinks hes so cool by spawning 20 hunter bots and watching them destroy the survivors. The game also somewhat lacks content at the moment. On release, there are 4 campaigns, 2 of which have "versus" mode, a mode where 4 players play as special infected zombies and try to stop the survivors, then they switch every round and whoever with the most points at the end, wins. These campaigns last about 1-2 hours, but with only 2 currently available for the versus mode, right now it can get a bit repetitive. All in all, a great game, a must-get for any zombie fan, but the decision to buy now or to wait for a price drop and a few patches is a decision to each their own.… Expand
  18. WendyT
    Mar 11, 2009
    8
    According to my profile, I have played Left 4 Dead for approximately 25.6 hours. I feel that is enough experience to give this game a review. For starters, there are the pros. The graphics are pretty good and the gore level is such that I wasn't too overwhelmed, yet at the same time the shooting of a zombie's head so that it explodes was quite rewarding. Other rewarding aspects According to my profile, I have played Left 4 Dead for approximately 25.6 hours. I feel that is enough experience to give this game a review. For starters, there are the pros. The graphics are pretty good and the gore level is such that I wasn't too overwhelmed, yet at the same time the shooting of a zombie's head so that it explodes was quite rewarding. Other rewarding aspects of the game included the Versus mode in which players take turns playing the Survivors and the Infected. While the Survivors try to, well, survive, the Infected's job is to essentially use teamwork to take the Survivors down. The two teams then switch their roles with the Survivors becoming Infected and vice-versa. While the online co-op can be severely crippled by several things (which I will touch on), a good team makes this game great. There is nothing like a team that wants to succeed and knows what they're doing. Positive aspects of this game also include a solid amount of reply value, on which the game truly relies. If you aren't willing to play the four core "movies" that are offered over and over again, do not buy the game and then complain that you didn't get your money's worth. While I agree that the game could use with two or three times the levels, the maps in place allow for enough variation that one doesn't get too insanely bored. My advice? Everything in moderation. Now for the cons. Like all online games, you're going to get your 10-year-old kid who, because sometimes there is no God in the world, has a mic and insists on screaming into it. Other multiplayer issues include a disturbing amount of lag caused by some of the dedicated servers as well as the fact that the computer picks which room you join and which sever your room plays in. Another flaw is the extremely limited amount of multiplayer. With only two of the four "movies" available, the multiplayer can get old, again why Left 4 Dead is best in moderation. I have not really begun to delve into the vastness which is this game. There are tons of nuances which allow for a steller and varying gameplay experience. The flipside of this is that there are also things that can make your gaming experience one of the worst, which is why Left 4 Dead got varying reviews: some had a horrible first experience and put it down right away, while some played it for 5 minutes and posted a review with as many exclamation points as possible. The truth is that Left 4 Dead will be a great experience for team players who are willing to be patient and understand that it may take an hour to find a suitable team. However, this game is a total waste of money for you Leeroys out there (you know who you are.) In short, buy this game, but don't expect a masterpiece. Expect an enjoyable game best taken bit by bit. Yes, it will have its fair share of flaws, but every game does. What will make or break this game is the amount of support Valve will give it. If Valve can release more maps (and no, I'm not talking about making the two "movies" not available in Versus mode playable, which is a cop-out), the game will have a higher re-play value. However, the company can only do so much. Once again, Left 4 Dead is what you make it. You can enjoy it or you can bitch about how crappy your team is. Either way it's your money. Oh, and I forgot: !!!!!!!… Expand
  19. SamH
    May 21, 2009
    8
    One hec of an awesome game, but does have it's bad points. It's fast paced, has a fun style of play, multiple game modes, achievements, and other challenges, plus free downloadable content and some deep, quite humorous characters, but on the off side, there isn't a great selection of weapons, not a large variety of gameplay or maps. Also, the bot AI isn't exactly One hec of an awesome game, but does have it's bad points. It's fast paced, has a fun style of play, multiple game modes, achievements, and other challenges, plus free downloadable content and some deep, quite humorous characters, but on the off side, there isn't a great selection of weapons, not a large variety of gameplay or maps. Also, the bot AI isn't exactly grand, they quite happily let you be the first person to investigate dark rooms and suspicious sounds, and are lacking basic commands. I almost gave this game a seven, but I am impressed by it's addictive gameplay, the amount at which the developers patch the game and the overall potential. Summary: They can make this now-awesome game into one super-frikin' awesome game. It has all the potential a game developer could ever dream of. But will the developers decide to put much effort into creating *new* content?… Expand
  20. JoostL
    Jun 1, 2009
    8
    Great fun, decent game. The first campaign will leave you wanting more and more. Yet as soon as you play the other campaigns you notice that they are all sort of the same. Its still a fun game but the lack of variety in modes and the after a while predictive enemies makes this game give you a unfinished feeling. Yet, for some reason it feels like everyone should try this one at least once.
  21. DerekW.
    Nov 19, 2008
    8
    A very good game. However, I would like to have learned something of the back story: how the epidemic started; how the group found each other, that sort of thing. It would have put their fight for survival into context and made me, as a gamer, care about their future. Instead, it's simply a matter of shooting everything that isn't on your team. As I said, a very good game but if A very good game. However, I would like to have learned something of the back story: how the epidemic started; how the group found each other, that sort of thing. It would have put their fight for survival into context and made me, as a gamer, care about their future. Instead, it's simply a matter of shooting everything that isn't on your team. As I said, a very good game but if the points above were addressed I would have given it a '9'.… Expand
  22. AndrewK.
    Nov 23, 2008
    8
    At first when I played the demo, I was pleasantly shocked at how fun the game was. So fun, in fact, I played the demo over and over on the weekend and was never bored once. But when the game actually came out, I started to see flaws. Firstly, I believe nobody can really relate to the characters. I went thru the commentary and noticed how they actually put some thought into characterAt first when I played the demo, I was pleasantly shocked at how fun the game was. So fun, in fact, I played the demo over and over on the weekend and was never bored once. But when the game actually came out, I started to see flaws. Firstly, I believe nobody can really relate to the characters. I went thru the commentary and noticed how they actually put some thought into character personality but seriously, who the hell can relate to these 4 people?: a toughguy biker, an old vietnam vet, a computer officer worker, and a woman(arn't most people who play video games guys?). Secondly, after I beat No Mercy campaign along with Death Toll and Dead Air, I cant help but have the feeling I already played these levels before I even actually started. Lets see: No Mercy is shoot zombies and escape in a helicopter, Death Toll is shoot zombies and escape on a boat, Dead Air is shoot zombies and escape in a airplane [didn't play blood harvest yet =)]...hmmm....Futhermore, I was promised 10 new weapons in the demo but what I saw in the demo is apparantly all I get. (all the weapons in the game doesn't amount to 10 not including gas/propane tanks which arn't truely weapons).Of course, everyone complains about no back story or no progressing story line. I would think that if all 4 campaigns were connected somehow I would feel like Im in an awsome story or adventure but valve commentary stated that they didn't want that. Hopefully, valve will release new content and it is the responsibility of valve to do so and not the mod developers/customers who spent their hard earned $50s to improve upon a game they themselves bought.
    Overall I liked the game and the sense of comraderie it brings with your friends. The game is very original and at first I scoffed at the idea of running zombie (28 Days Later permanently killed the true zombie) but it really adds to the tension of the game and a lot of thought went into the AI and the game's attempt to make every playthru random. Final Verdict: get it but also make your friends get it; Your comrade-survivor AI is kinda stupid.    … Expand
  23. PhillipFry
    Nov 23, 2008
    8
    This game is really, really great. Definitely one of the most fun games I have played in a long time. That being said, the current price is unjustified. Valve definitely supports its community so I have hope that they will be adding more content... but the fact that only 2 of the 4 campaigns work in versus mode on day one is pretty unforgivable (versus is super fun which is why I'mThis game is really, really great. Definitely one of the most fun games I have played in a long time. That being said, the current price is unjustified. Valve definitely supports its community so I have hope that they will be adding more content... but the fact that only 2 of the 4 campaigns work in versus mode on day one is pretty unforgivable (versus is super fun which is why I'm kind of annoyed). If this game was 30 or maybe even 40 dollars (you can grab a 4 pack on steam for 37.50 if you're clever) it would get a 10 but 50 (60 for those xbox suckers) is unfair with the amount of content currently in the game.… Expand
  24. SebastienL.
    Nov 24, 2008
    8
    Those that actually bought the game will certainly ignored the comments left by John S. that in some ways was expecting to experience the full game without paying anything. This is pure foolishness and although the game has limitation, it remain a wonderful game nonetheless.

    In terms of getting a good thrill, this game will deliver and then some more. The length of the game though may    Those that actually bought the game will certainly ignored the comments left by John S. that in some ways was expecting to experience the full game without paying anything. This is pure foolishness and although the game has limitation, it remain a wonderful game nonetheless.

    In terms of getting a good thrill, this game will deliver and then some more. The length of the game though may leave you slightly unhappy. After 10 hours I had all of the campaigns done along with about 50% of the achievements which is kind of quick for something supposedly bigger.

    Overall my rating is based on great graphic and good action, fall short from higher score on the basis the game is too short. In terms of quality for your money, I would have to say Team Fortress 2 is 50% less expensive and whole lot more content.
    This is still a great purchase and every bit will be worth it. Only time will tell whether or not Valve will add other chapters and different way of playing.    … Expand
  25. JaredJones
    Nov 27, 2008
    8
    This is to all the idiots (like Steele X) complaining, first off. There are 2,593 ways that the infected will spawn, so no two games are ever the same, second. Items such as pills, medpacks and an extra pistol are spawned in one of four random places and different each time, thirdly. If you spawn and your teammates are gone your computer really sucks and must have max. ping. Fourth,This is to all the idiots (like Steele X) complaining, first off. There are 2,593 ways that the infected will spawn, so no two games are ever the same, second. Items such as pills, medpacks and an extra pistol are spawned in one of four random places and different each time, thirdly. If you spawn and your teammates are gone your computer really sucks and must have max. ping. Fourth, what servers are you playeing? I have yet to find a server where there is NO typing and NO mic. And finaly if you cannot enjoy any bit of this there is something seriously wrong! I'm sick and tired of people rating a game because they join just ONE server full of morons and they automaticly think
    "DUR, THE GAME OBVIOUSLY SUCKS BECAUSE PEOPLE ARE STUPID!!"    … Expand
  26. MikeKolorz
    Nov 28, 2008
    8
    This is a very, very entertaining game. For the most part I got what I expected out of it. The only thing I could wish for is more weapons. The ones that are available get old after a while, although they are very satisfying to use, they feel nice and are effective.
  27. KyleS
    Nov 29, 2008
    8
    Steele X, it sounds like you based your review on...well I don't know what you based it on as it sounds like you have no idea what you're talking about.
    First off, you call the game bad because of your teammates being idiots. Apparently this is somehow Valves fault? Sorry, but that's moronic, and frankly, makes it sound like you've never played an online multiplayer    Steele X, it sounds like you based your review on...well I don't know what you based it on as it sounds like you have no idea what you're talking about.
    First off, you call the game bad because of your teammates being idiots. Apparently this is somehow Valves fault? Sorry, but that's moronic, and frankly, makes it sound like you've never played an online multiplayer game before. I've put in at least 30 hours to L4D by now, and I believe there was ONE game where nobody was talking or typing. Basically, if you join a game where you don't like your team? Try leaving a joining a different one. It's not rocket science.

    As for your claim that the humans are hunting the zombies. In each 'movie' the humans are trying to get to a particular place. Guess what, they happen to run into zombies along the way. And I haven't ever seen anybody actually go looking for zombies, it doesn't make any sense. It also sounds like you've only been playing on normal, which I agree is too easy. Try Advanced or Expert, you will be scared every time you heard the horde music, or the snarl of a hunter, or the bellow of a tank.

    Your last point is the most ludicrous. Apparently you don't know anything about the biggest AI innovation in this game, the Director. The whole point of this game is that you DON'T know where the monsters are coming from each time you play through a campaign. Why? Because the director places zombies, and throws hordes and special infected at depending on how well you're fighting, ammunition levels, health levels, how many times you've been downed, etc. This also effects the placement of pain pills and medkits.

    Your entire review was based on flawed information and I wouldn't be surprised if you wrote your review after a single playthrough of one campaign.    … Expand
  28. FrankGrimes
    Nov 30, 2008
    8
    Valve did a great job at researching and replicating zombie hunting. They've included some new features to the game as simple as automatic crouching when you come to a low spot, it's the little touches that make it stand out, I feel. Plus the new shadow and shading effects are cool too, esp. for a multiplayer game.
  29. christopherj
    Dec 27, 2008
    8
    This is the best team game I've ever played online. It does a great job of requiring the team to work together without making it too hard.
    I personally love playing as one of the infected super zombies. I wish the single player mode was a bit stronger--it's repetitive, but it's a fantastic multi-player game.
  30. HenriM
    Dec 29, 2009
    8
    Great game. This game has exellent graphics and gameplay, it doesn't have much of a story, and I admit it gets a bit boring after a while. It is very amusing too. Not all people in multiplayer are jerks, you might even make friends. And if you people complain it's too easy, try other difficulties, it gets less boring that way aswell.
  31. ChrisP
    Jan 23, 2009
    8
    This is a great game. The AI Is not however very smart because it spawns a tank right behind you and then your whole team is dead. The Music is great and all the 7 weapons are very simple Shotgun for close hits Assault rifles for mid range hits and sniper for long ranged hits. And the way they make pistols have infinite ammo is great.
  32. TeronG.
    Nov 18, 2008
    8
    Awesome game. I never would have bought L4D if the demo hadn't come out. Thankyou valve, you should do it more often ;). The gun's in the game are rather limited, but the Co-op game play is Unbeatable. Graphics are better then i hoped for. Crossing my fingers for an expansion.
  33. AnonymousMC
    Nov 27, 2008
    8
    I'm not saying that L4D is the best FPS out there, and I don't think it was meant to break the industry, so I'm not going to pretend like it has to be perfect. That being said, this game is insanely fun to play. While it is repetitive in one sense, it still keeps players on their toes due to the randomly placed boss zombies and power ups. This is much better than what CS andI'm not saying that L4D is the best FPS out there, and I don't think it was meant to break the industry, so I'm not going to pretend like it has to be perfect. That being said, this game is insanely fun to play. While it is repetitive in one sense, it still keeps players on their toes due to the randomly placed boss zombies and power ups. This is much better than what CS and CS:S offered... those games were as repetitive as FPSs dared to be. Yes, the story is non-existant, but the point wasn't in the story, the point of the entire game was to get shooting and blow the crap out of zombies. However, the real jewel in this game is the fact that players are forced to work together to make it through each "movie", and this objective is fully realized in the brilliant mechanics of the game. In any case, if you're looking for a gripping story... go play fallout 1 and 2 or half-life or baldur's gate. If it's cooperative zombie blasting action you're craving, this game fulfills like a dream.… Expand
  34. DanielTran
    Dec 12, 2008
    8
    First of all, I would like to address Steele X below:

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

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

    Left4Dead is the most unique game that I have ever played. Every feature is new that is never before seen in other games (ie. temporary health). The versus mode is by far the most fun I have ever had in a long time. The first time I played through versus mode, I was shaking in my seat from the excitement of pouncing and vomiting on other people. However, the annoying part about versus mode, is that everyone seems to prefer being an Infected. Every game I join, I will always have 2-3 people leave the game just because they were a Survivor. Even though they will change to Infected the next round, they want to play as the Infected more than anything. That is why I give this an 8/10.    … Expand
  35. SamH
    Dec 27, 2008
    8
    First of all, great game, well done Valve, fun, original zombie-killing game. This was a Christmas present and I could not stop playing it, I've played it more than Fable II and N:tBB which were both Christmas presents. You are guaranteed to have a lot of fun playing it, brave it off on Campaign or play as an Infected on Versus. Did I mention the AI director? It seems to make theFirst of all, great game, well done Valve, fun, original zombie-killing game. This was a Christmas present and I could not stop playing it, I've played it more than Fable II and N:tBB which were both Christmas presents. You are guaranteed to have a lot of fun playing it, brave it off on Campaign or play as an Infected on Versus. Did I mention the AI director? It seems to make the campaigns never the same. The only two flaws are that the Humans are the strong ones, plus one of the Infected, the Smoker, deals nearly no damage and his victim can be freed EVEN BEFORE HE GETS TO ATTACK THEM.… Expand
  36. Tubie
    Oct 11, 2010
    8
    If you have a few friends that are willing to get this game with you, you must try it. This game can be a lot of fun. In my case only if I play with friends.
  37. HighwayUK
    Sep 5, 2011
    8
    Still a headliner when it comes to great FPS with co-op, there's no real point having this one when you can get L4D2 as cheap with all L4D1's content now ported by Valve as free dlcs.
  38. xZippy
    Mar 29, 2013
    8
    I'll never forget that feeling the night I bought this game and played it for the first time. It was magic. A co-op zombie shooter with many twists and turns and a "Director" to alter the game every time it was played. How could a gamer pass that up? Good weapons, character development, graphics and a zombie apocalypse atmosphere.
  39. island
    Aug 30, 2011
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Like the main concept, the charachters and like the game itself. The modified Source engine is really impressive and it has a great graphics. But til the end of the map it is sometimes pretty boring and your teammates really stupid. But at the end of the map there is always a huge ambush and if you want to use the "leave no man behind" rule, you simply die.… Expand
  40. FFStudios
    Jun 6, 2012
    8
    Having not played a zombie shooter before (except for COD zombies on the iPad), it was with some nervousness that I bought Left 4 dead on Steam not really knowing what to expect. Thankfully, I can say that Left 4 Dead is one of the best multiplayer games I've played in years. Communication with other players becomes more vital and you inevitably build up a connection with the charactersHaving not played a zombie shooter before (except for COD zombies on the iPad), it was with some nervousness that I bought Left 4 dead on Steam not really knowing what to expect. Thankfully, I can say that Left 4 Dead is one of the best multiplayer games I've played in years. Communication with other players becomes more vital and you inevitably build up a connection with the characters and other players. If you're into co-op or if you just like Valve games, then this is a must buy: although if you're sensitive to gore or prefer a densely packed narrative then you might want to give this one a miss. As for me, the AI director and co-op has kept me playing for more than thirty hours despite its insubstantiality.… Expand
  41. Mouse
    Jan 3, 2012
    8
    Few games even make the effort to enforce teamwork. To most in the modern shooter genre, a team is just a bunch of loners with guns who can't kill each other, going up against a dozen or so loners with guns with the same constraints. Valve has a habit of challenging this, and the end result is Left 4 Dead, a game that not only requires you to work as a team, but outright beats you over theFew games even make the effort to enforce teamwork. To most in the modern shooter genre, a team is just a bunch of loners with guns who can't kill each other, going up against a dozen or so loners with guns with the same constraints. Valve has a habit of challenging this, and the end result is Left 4 Dead, a game that not only requires you to work as a team, but outright beats you over the head with how helpless you are alone in this atmospheric, tense, tactical, intense, and, at times, hilarious zombie apocalypse. The characters and the hours of dialog alone are worth the buy, and don't even get me started on the fun and frustration that awaits you in the versus mode. You can play as the infected too! Alone, it's a damn good game and packs at least a hundred hours of gameplay, but its little brother quickly blew past in both the community and the developer's eyes. Before then, the limits such as weapon selection and special enemies didn't exist. But who can pass up mentioning akimbo assassin, probably one of the most fun achievements available in modern shooters, and the plane crash in Dead Air. Truly classic.… Expand
  42. ChoicestGames
    Mar 3, 2012
    8
    For fans of the traditional LAN party, rejoice, for now there is a game built from the ground up for co-op! Just make sure your friends sign a contract to say they'll continue to play this game for the next couple of years or so to get your money's worth! :)
  43. watithink123
    Apr 13, 2012
    8
    I love this game and the people who made it. Once again Valve has created a master piece of a game. This game has fun campaigns very good survival mode which you fight off a ton of zombies and last as long as you can. Versus mode is were up to eight players play, four players the humans and four the mutated ZOMBIES. Yes the mutated zombies like hunters,smokers and boomers [MY FAV]. Or justI love this game and the people who made it. Once again Valve has created a master piece of a game. This game has fun campaigns very good survival mode which you fight off a ton of zombies and last as long as you can. Versus mode is were up to eight players play, four players the humans and four the mutated ZOMBIES. Yes the mutated zombies like hunters,smokers and boomers [MY FAV]. Or just play with people online up to four players. Also you can play with up to three of your friend with any mode. Campaigns 9/10 Survival mode 8/10 Versus 8/10 Left 4 Dead 8.9/10… Expand
  44. heychrisfox
    Oct 26, 2012
    8
    Okay, so maybe Left 4 Dead doesn't have the deepest plot. But if you're not looking for anything particularly engaging and enthralling, and simply want to unload as many bullets as possible into fast moving targets who are hungry for you, Left 4 Dead is a great game, especially if you have some friends to help you survive through the bullet riddled repetition.
  45. iddqd4
    Jan 23, 2018
    8
    Образец жанра зомби экшенов, которые чуть позже волной пойдут как в играх, так и в сериалах и кино, совсем не стоит играть в эту игру в одиночку, в игре реализован очень качественный кооп.
  46. gzy91
    Nov 24, 2013
    8
    Comparing to the L4D2, this one is a little weak in weapon and infected diversities. But overall it's a great game for co-op. Also the VS mode is greeeeeaaaaat! Love acting as a zombie!
  47. prossnip42
    Aug 30, 2016
    8
    Man does valve know how to make good multiplayer games.. and this game is no exception. So onto the review then.

    Pros: -For an arcade zombie game where you have almost infinite bullets the game can be surpirsingly scary. Especially the witch...good god please not the witch. -The gameplay is great. You'd think that shooting a up big hordes of zombie while walking from point a to b    Man does valve know how to make good multiplayer games.. and this game is no exception. So onto the review then.

    Pros:
    -For an arcade zombie game where you have almost infinite bullets the game can be surpirsingly scary. Especially the witch...good god please not the witch.
    -The gameplay is great. You'd think that shooting a up big hordes of zombie while walking from point a to b would get boring pretty fast but it doesn't. That's because there's multiple types of zombies, the level design is very good and there's a lot of guns for you to blow somebody's brains out
    -But this game is at its best when you play with friends...it's so much fun and it requires a lot of teamwork.

    Cons:
    -This really goes if you're playing alone. The a.i partners can be pretty dumb sometimes and it can get repetitive but only if you're playing alone and even still it's a lot of fun

    In conclusion Left 4 Dead is a really good game that any FPS or zombie fan should check out.    … Expand
  48. Marick
    Oct 18, 2015
    8
    Is a great game, when you play with friends .
  49. FilemonBR
    Aug 20, 2016
    8
    Um jogo bacana, joguei muito na epoca, porem ele nao me agrada totalmente, mas eu acho muito melhor que o 2, porem...é divertido sim, da para se diverti com amigos
  50. Panica3643D
    Jun 17, 2018
    8
    Игра на 1 вечер. Среди игр про зомби - одна из лучших, если не самая лучшая.
  51. pawq
    Feb 29, 2020
    8
    Really fun shooter, especially in the co-op mode! Pretty basic mechanics, like in HL2, but that makes it more pure in a way for me, and certainly not less enjoyable! A very short campaign though, and pretty outdated visuals for 2008.
  52. MatikTheSeventh
    Oct 10, 2020
    8
    The greatest multiplayer zombie experience. I love the campaigns and the special zombies make for an interesting gameplay.
  53. Amorph0us
    Jan 11, 2022
    8
    Catchy asf, this game was played in every internet cafe. I really enjoyed it.
  54. Cz3rw0ny
    Apr 5, 2021
    8
    Part of the best game collection ever released - The orange box. Very cool idea for a gameplay, solid engine from HL2. 8/10
  55. Genek13
    Nov 19, 2019
    8
    This game is made to play with your friends.
    Overall experience with this game is awesome :)
  56. Baltifru
    Apr 19, 2020
    8
    It is a bit weird to review a game released in 2008 eleven years later, yet I'd say that it is still a reference game for 4 players cooperation. Only the characters' move speed feels a bit slow, but apart from this you have fun and intensity, still feels great. To be played only in multiplayer though, the game loses most of its interest if you play alone.
  57. Piruz
    Jan 20, 2022
    8
    Great game, good demo version for the second one. Has it's own charm and particular qualities
  58. Chubac
    May 13, 2020
    8
    A great zombie shooter which sadly became obsolete when the 2nd game came out.
  59. ErayTellezi
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    İlk oynadığımda ne olduğunu bilmeden deneyimlemiştim ve her yandan amansızca gelen zombiler nedeniyle kafayı yiyecektim. Simgle da coop da çok başarılı.
  60. Holiday305
    Oct 3, 2020
    8
    A funny game with friends, with some scary moments nothing more.
    "I'm getting pills" -Louis
  61. Heliotay
    Aug 28, 2021
    8
    Very nice game. One of the best games i have played, super late review but still
  62. Relenea
    Jul 11, 2022
    8
    Oyuncuya sunulan korku/gerilim, aksiyon, silah ve düşman çeşitliliği gibi birçok konuda yeterince keyifli ve eğlenceli deneyim nedeniyle günümüzde bile kaliteli, akıcı ve oynanabilir bir oyun.
  63. Richard_dias
    Aug 15, 2023
    8
    For its time, it was one of the best coop games one could play. I would not play this one too much nowadays, but it had its charm.
  64. kolarz3
    May 19, 2023
    8
    Pretty nice game about zoombie. I liked finding my own shelter and trying to survive
  65. Asp_klg40
    Aug 27, 2021
    8
    Игре надо ставить две оценки. Как кооп шутер, где за зомби играет компьютер, игра заслуживает девятку. Кровища, толпы монстров, боссы, взаимодействие между игроками... Зато в режимах, когда две команды сражаются друг с другом, оценка падает до пяти, потому что баланса нет и не будет, т.к. зомби безбожно слабы против тех игроков, которые знают, что делают. Да и большая часть игроков вИгре надо ставить две оценки. Как кооп шутер, где за зомби играет компьютер, игра заслуживает девятку. Кровища, толпы монстров, боссы, взаимодействие между игроками... Зато в режимах, когда две команды сражаются друг с другом, оценка падает до пяти, потому что баланса нет и не будет, т.к. зомби безбожно слабы против тех игроков, которые знают, что делают. Да и большая часть игроков в онлайне ой какая нехорошая. Вобщем, игра преимущественно для дружеских посиделок - с незнакомцами если и играть, то не завышая слишком свои надежды на победу и хорошее времяпровождение.… Expand
  66. tututdyure
    Jan 3, 2022
    8
    This game is amazing. I like zombie games. The gameplay it's fun and exciting.
  67. Mr_Nobody34
    Jan 14, 2022
    8
    Ratings for the time period it came out
    Story : 6
    Gameplay : 9
    Graphics : 8
    Fun Factor : 10
    Environment interaction : 8
    Sound Effects : 10
    Overall Immersion : 9
  68. Juseph
    Jan 6, 2023
    8
    This is a zombie game that know how to keep the tension through the entire game. It is so much fun with friends.
  69. Jackie_Jackson
    May 26, 2022
    8
    Больше атмосферы но меньше контента больше камерного хоррора но меньше екшона
  70. Nekrips
    Sep 24, 2022
    8
    One of the best zombie shooters of all time! The game is not primarily about the plot, but about the action. A reference example of survival during the zombie apocalypse.
  71. rockodagamer
    Nov 16, 2022
    8
    This game is really good, the gunplay feels really nice and i really liked how the pistols have infinite ammo, the really only problem i found is that it gets really repetitive and people always vote to put the difficulty to impossible even though they cant even play easy mode.
  72. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    8
    Loads of fun. Chaotic hordes and creative super-zombies make for frantic team-oriented gameplay that is as addictive as meth. It has a solid amount of highly replayable content and sells the zombie apocalypse better than most games out there.
  73. mdk567
    Jun 11, 2023
    8
    친구와 함께 pc방에 갈때마다 같이 즐길 수 있었던 게임.
    혼자하면 그 맛이 아니야
  74. Magikcarp
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Gameplay - 8
    Plot & Characters - 6
    Storytelling - 5
    Pacing - 8
    Music & Sound - 7
    Replayability - 9
    Performance - 10
  75. trapy
    Aug 19, 2023
    8
    Buen juego, tiene buenos zombis y buenos efectos, buen gráficos para su época, buenos sonidos y personajes, pero siento que una campaña con mejor historia pudo haber perfeccionado el juego, yo lo consideraría una excelente opción para jugar un rato o con amigos.
  76. johnhickton-burnett
    May 6, 2009
    7
    i love the graphics and when you hit an infected it shows but im thinking a mutated strain of rabbies usually rabbies would shutdown alot of your organs other than that it was an amazing thrill ride of blood and gore i got it for christmas and still cannot stop playing it.
  77. AlexC
    Jul 2, 2009
    7
    I give this game a 7 for many reasons 1st love the team work in the new surrival mode its wonderful very good graphics play it 20 hours in two weeks the only reason i didnt give it a 10 is some tweaks they need to put on 1st everytime i click quit it doesnt quit it crashes so i have to control+Alt+Del evertime 2nd when your playing with people theres no cancel button enough of the bad I give this game a 7 for many reasons 1st love the team work in the new surrival mode its wonderful very good graphics play it 20 hours in two weeks the only reason i didnt give it a 10 is some tweaks they need to put on 1st everytime i click quit it doesnt quit it crashes so i have to control+Alt+Del evertime 2nd when your playing with people theres no cancel button enough of the bad stough good game love it big fan and still play it but,,,,,single player dont know why they have it cause its boring im actually not excited for the new one cause its going to be the same stuff with different levels very good game not worth 49.99 more like worth 29.99… Expand
  78. tysonw
    Aug 6, 2009
    7
    Well lets start of saying i got this game for 20 dollars back in june. its fun for many hours i was addicted to it for several weeks. good graphics, fun multiplayer, i actually feel like im in a zombie apocalypse. sounds great right. the problem is when u get to the lows of the game. lucky i pick it up for 20 online, cause if i paid any more i would be greatly disappointed. the lack of Well lets start of saying i got this game for 20 dollars back in june. its fun for many hours i was addicted to it for several weeks. good graphics, fun multiplayer, i actually feel like im in a zombie apocalypse. sounds great right. the problem is when u get to the lows of the game. lucky i pick it up for 20 online, cause if i paid any more i would be greatly disappointed. the lack of content makes this game one a 1 month thing for me. single player is terriable .ai does not react at all to the fact there are zombies everywhere. well with honestly at all. . i didn't i would ever see such bad in award winning game . the next worst has to be cod world at war. the new one is coming out in a couple of months and im very disappointed it will probably have a 40+ dollar price tag on content that has been promised but will not be delievered for the first one =(. i frown upon making promises and breaking them. which means i probably will wait a couple months to get lfd 2 in the bargain bin for 20 dollars. give it a couple weeks after release. i don't blame people for not supporting lfd2. anyways sorry about venting. but overall this game is fun, enjoyable mulitplayer. but is ruined by ai and lack of content.… Expand
  79. sevologyK.
    Jan 25, 2009
    7
    I am someone who has played this game for hours upon hours, and I have to say that it is a semi - disappointment. I cannot give this game anything above 8 even though I'm not saying it's a bad game. The content is just extremely limited and if you were to run through all the levels without zombies you'd get a sense of how small the levels actually are. Quite the opposite of I am someone who has played this game for hours upon hours, and I have to say that it is a semi - disappointment. I cannot give this game anything above 8 even though I'm not saying it's a bad game. The content is just extremely limited and if you were to run through all the levels without zombies you'd get a sense of how small the levels actually are. Quite the opposite of what valve had written in their game description, boasting about the huge levels. Finding a decent server to play on takes a while due to the general lack of players, unstable dedicated servers, and getting connected to lag-infested servers across the world. They tried to get rid of repetitive play by supposedly introducing an AI director, which spawns zombies and guns at different locations every time you play, but it really doesn't help out. Repetition tends to be alright for most multi-player gaming (like counterstrike), but it's unacceptable for a game like l4d since it's a freaking co-op game. The biggest problem I have with this game is the price that it was sold for. Valve really took advantage of the community by charging $50, releasing a game that can be completed in the same hour range as portal. The biggest disappointment would probably be the versus gameplay. I have never played anything more stupid in my life. Survivors generally have a huge advantage over special infected, and you'll find yourself dying often until you get a tank. If you can't kill them with the tank, chances are they'll win the level. They really should have focused on making the maps larger and introducing vehicles for this game, instead of making the special infected playable. It's fun puking on the survivors as a boomer for the first 5 minutes, then it's just monotony and boredom. By writing this review I am not saying this is a bad game, but it is without a doubt, a VERY INCOMPLETE game.… Expand
  80. CorvinousV
    Jun 14, 2009
    7
    A great game on its own merits, and entertaining the first time through the single player. Obviously however, the multiplayer is where this game really shines. Despite the different game modes, and the ingenious devices that promote a cohesive team, the excitement all wears off pretty quickly. The lack of variety stifles the game. The 16 maps, all grouped into quads of 4 called campaigns, A great game on its own merits, and entertaining the first time through the single player. Obviously however, the multiplayer is where this game really shines. Despite the different game modes, and the ingenious devices that promote a cohesive team, the excitement all wears off pretty quickly. The lack of variety stifles the game. The 16 maps, all grouped into quads of 4 called campaigns, seem small after a few hours of play, and very repetitive. Valve was late releasing a map kit for L4D, and only showed a modding community the love after announcing L4D 2, killing anyone desire to mod the game, and smashing any hope of getting additional content for it. The game is fun however, and is worth getting when it hits the 10 dollar bargain bins.… Expand
  81. ChristopherB
    Aug 8, 2009
    7
    L4D. I say its a fun game to play due to the Co-op campaign. But Ill give it minus becouse the little choice of guns. Graphics are good 8/10, sound is good. Storyline 5/10. Whell the storyline is like all the other campaigns on L4D, all you have to to is to get extract from the "hot-zone" and then your done. Wich made me abit borred after a while. But if you love zombies you really shouldL4D. I say its a fun game to play due to the Co-op campaign. But Ill give it minus becouse the little choice of guns. Graphics are good 8/10, sound is good. Storyline 5/10. Whell the storyline is like all the other campaigns on L4D, all you have to to is to get extract from the "hot-zone" and then your done. Wich made me abit borred after a while. But if you love zombies you really should get it for 30 bucks from Steam.… Expand
  82. SeanM.
    Nov 20, 2008
    7
    Great game with not enough content. I hope my money helps them add more content for free. More levels.. More weapons... More types of bosses... Would be nice if there were more players allowed per game. How about a vehicle.
  83. Ricox
    Dec 30, 2008
    7
    This game is really good, I got it on christmas... Firstly, I tough it's gonna be perfect game, when I played 2 days.. I changed my mind, it's full of exploits and glitches... Altought the game is intresenting in my opinion, it still needs story and more campaings... I would rate Versus mode with 9, it's great, just it needs more maps, as there are only 2 campaings. ThisThis game is really good, I got it on christmas... Firstly, I tough it's gonna be perfect game, when I played 2 days.. I changed my mind, it's full of exploits and glitches... Altought the game is intresenting in my opinion, it still needs story and more campaings... I would rate Versus mode with 9, it's great, just it needs more maps, as there are only 2 campaings. This game is way too expensive, but it's somehow worth it.. If valve is going to patch it, then this surely will be great game. They're contiously giving little fixes to it, so it's not so bad.… Expand
  84. manuels.
    Oct 16, 2009
    7
    The game is not bad, unfortunatly i got bored too quickly, after only a week, I stoped playing and came back to COD4. The reason behind this is probably the fact that I purchased the game almost a year after his release, after a year, most of the players lost their interest and i found actually hard to find a server with 3 players to start a campaign.
  85. KC
    Mar 3, 2009
    7
    it's fun for the first two or so times, but it get's repetitive thereafter from the lack of variety in enemies, maps and of course the weapons, which are really basic and plain to say the least. The versus mode online offers some redemption but that's about it, the plot is too thin, and did i mention about the limited weapons?
  86. AegisK
    Apr 29, 2009
    7
    A great game for FPS lovers, Left 4 Dead is a great blend of fast paced action, gripping action sequences and great design. However, the game is let down wi th a lack of content, ridiculously stupid AI, buggy levels and more exploits than your average beta release. The single player modes are quite simply, a pointless feature. It is neigh on impossible to complete any of the "movies" on A great game for FPS lovers, Left 4 Dead is a great blend of fast paced action, gripping action sequences and great design. However, the game is let down wi th a lack of content, ridiculously stupid AI, buggy levels and more exploits than your average beta release. The single player modes are quite simply, a pointless feature. It is neigh on impossible to complete any of the "movies" on the expert campaigns. Whats worse, with the new "survivor mode", world rankings simply haven't been included because of the large number of exploits and bugs in each of the 16 maps, with all but 1 taken from the 4 poorly produced "movies" the game has to offer. Great to play with friends as a team, but its not much different than counterstrike with the same flat appearance. The game also has a lack of strategic weaponry, lack of matchmaking options, and if you want to pay the hefty price of £28 for the game... you'd be better waiting till its at least below £20. Newer players to the FPS genre are also recommended to avoid this game, as the community seems to have adopted a no new player attitude.… Expand
  87. Hykernotimportant
    Nov 19, 2008
    7
    Its very awesome.I mean its one of the best games ever made.fast-paced action,best graphics,4-player coop where you can play with your friends etc. but theres 2 pullback and thats why I give it a 7 1.the demo was only available for 1 week before the game and if someones thinking of ordering it he cant try it out 2.the game is very expensive.Like,you watched a lots of vids and you liked Its very awesome.I mean its one of the best games ever made.fast-paced action,best graphics,4-player coop where you can play with your friends etc. but theres 2 pullback and thats why I give it a 7 1.the demo was only available for 1 week before the game and if someones thinking of ordering it he cant try it out 2.the game is very expensive.Like,you watched a lots of vids and you liked the game,plus everybody says its so good,so you want to try it out in the demo but you cant and then I say oh,okay,and you buy it but then you dont like it.And valve doesnt takes back the money.so you wasted 50$ on it. it was a huge problem that a game looks good and its expensive,but theres no demo I'll still give it a 7 because I think it may worth 50$ but for someone else it maybe won't be so good I think the 7 is fair enough.… Expand
  88. MichaelWheeler
    Nov 24, 2008
    7
    If you've ever imagined yourself in a good, old fashioned zombie film, then now is your chance. L4D is the ultimate tribute to the zombie horror genre that George A Romero is so famously recognized for. The game has everything you need, the characters, the zombie types, even the cheesy script and music are present.
    Gameplay is fast and fun and set in a variety of locations. There    If you've ever imagined yourself in a good, old fashioned zombie film, then now is your chance. L4D is the ultimate tribute to the zombie horror genre that George A Romero is so famously recognized for. The game has everything you need, the characters, the zombie types, even the cheesy script and music are present.
    Gameplay is fast and fun and set in a variety of locations. There are fantastic finales to each campaign and each one can take you hours to get through. Anyone who says that the game is too short is obviously playing on easy mode... Try expert guys.
    The weapons in the game are good although diversity throughout the different campaigns would have been nice. There just aren't enough weapons here and technically two of the stronger guns are just upgrades of the shotgun and uzi.
    Graphically the game is strong, especially when you have hordes of 30+ zombies charging at you. The steam engine has really been taken to the next level with L4D.

    Although L4D has alot of replay value there definetally isn't enough content. As i've said before there aren't enough weapons (You'll have encountered every one by your second level of play) but there also aren't enough characters. Having just 4 people to a game creates a nice balance and keeps the scenarios tense, but this atmosphere is broken slightly when your character dies and the exact same one is rescued from a side room minutes later. More boss zombies would also have been nice that could have been interchanged at each boss fight, hence allowing the director greater control of what was spawned. At the moment you always know which levels a tank is going to appear in. More boss zombies would keep the players on their toes. The number of user interactions are fairly small aswell. You can't share ammo or all of your equiptment with other players or give them guns. More interaction would have been very nice...

    Overall L4D earns a 7 from me. It's an excellent game but perhaps not good enough to empty the servers of css. Hopefully the modding community will show some great new media for the game in the near future.    … Expand
  89. BLout
    Nov 26, 2008
    7
    I don't know why some of you vote. All you guys need to vote here are a 0 a 1 a 9 and a 10 because those are always your only choices. Extremely awesome or shit.
    Anyway. The game has pros and cons, but like ALL multiplayer games you need a good team that works well together or you end up with n00bs that run away from you and do their own thing. If you have a group of friends that    I don't know why some of you vote. All you guys need to vote here are a 0 a 1 a 9 and a 10 because those are always your only choices. Extremely awesome or shit.
    Anyway. The game has pros and cons, but like ALL multiplayer games you need a good team that works well together or you end up with n00bs that run away from you and do their own thing. If you have a group of friends that play well together you will have an awesome experience. Don't expect to just play with anybody and expect them to back you up the whoule time.
    Steele X... You gave it a zero to balance it out?? You should stick to some Sesame Street games or something.    … Expand
  90. JohnHoward
    Dec 22, 2008
    7
    OK,OK,OK,OK What happened?? 7 inst a bad score, but i was expecting a perfect 10, the demo i was like AWESOME, shooting zombies, no prob shooting zombies with friends SUPACALAFRICKINAWESOME, but then what happens when your friends cant play with you?? you get a shit whole of a game that's what. But the team co-op managed to get this up to a 1-2 to a 7 that's how great it is. But OK,OK,OK,OK What happened?? 7 inst a bad score, but i was expecting a perfect 10, the demo i was like AWESOME, shooting zombies, no prob shooting zombies with friends SUPACALAFRICKINAWESOME, but then what happens when your friends cant play with you?? you get a shit whole of a game that's what. But the team co-op managed to get this up to a 1-2 to a 7 that's how great it is. But maps needs to be varied, it usually plays like this. Like maybe a map where, you can drive, or meet other survivors that arnt jerks and alert the horse. To sum this game up its like Running into a Brick wall, no matter how much it makes you laugh eventually your gonna get knocked unconscious, SO this game is fun for like 1day… Expand
  91. Annette
    Dec 23, 2008
    7
    Overall, this is a pretty good game. Who doesn't want to blow the heads off of countless zombies? One of the cons, however, is the storyline. There is NO plot at all. You see the beginning movie, and thats it. After you are rescued from Mercy Hospital, you end up in Riverview. It gives you no reason to really be there. So, if you are looking for hardcore zombie-fighting action, this Overall, this is a pretty good game. Who doesn't want to blow the heads off of countless zombies? One of the cons, however, is the storyline. There is NO plot at all. You see the beginning movie, and thats it. After you are rescued from Mercy Hospital, you end up in Riverview. It gives you no reason to really be there. So, if you are looking for hardcore zombie-fighting action, this is your game. If you actually want a purpose for fighting them and want a nice storyline to keep you hooked, go somewhere else.… Expand
  92. danm
    May 21, 2009
    7
    Not at all worth the hype. This game is as shallow as a puddle in the desert. I literally after playing the game for an hour thought "wow, this is seriously it?" Spraying at an endless bunch of idiotic zombies? A monkey could play this game well, and by the looks of things it seems like about 90% of the people who play this game are monkies. All glitz and glam, absolutely not substance Not at all worth the hype. This game is as shallow as a puddle in the desert. I literally after playing the game for an hour thought "wow, this is seriously it?" Spraying at an endless bunch of idiotic zombies? A monkey could play this game well, and by the looks of things it seems like about 90% of the people who play this game are monkies. All glitz and glam, absolutely not substance whatsoever.… Expand
  93. DerekTarnawa
    Nov 23, 2008
    7
    Left 4 Dead was one of the games I was really looking foreward to upon release; The same cannot be said at this point though. Left 4 Dead is very fun and entertaining for just running around and blowing zombies up, but after playing it for a few hours, I had already finished the storyline. Unfortunate as that may be, it can last for a while with the co-op playability. Still, as cool asLeft 4 Dead was one of the games I was really looking foreward to upon release; The same cannot be said at this point though. Left 4 Dead is very fun and entertaining for just running around and blowing zombies up, but after playing it for a few hours, I had already finished the storyline. Unfortunate as that may be, it can last for a while with the co-op playability. Still, as cool as this game should have been, I just don't think it's worth paying $49.99. If you played the demo and you ended up playing that mission thousands of times, then maybe you should buy it. Anyone else should use that cash to buy Call of Duty 4 or World at War.… Expand
  94. B.Phried
    Dec 12, 2008
    7
    Version: December 5th 2008.
    This is a very fun game the first time through, mowing zombies is fun, and the finales are fantastic. My biggest problem is that even with the AI director, this game starts to get very "samey".
    The AI director paces the game fantastically, places objects in strategic places so you can't use the same strategy twice, but the problem with a game like this    Version: December 5th 2008.
    This is a very fun game the first time through, mowing zombies is fun, and the finales are fantastic. My biggest problem is that even with the AI director, this game starts to get very "samey".

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

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

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

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

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

    on an end note:
    Buy this game, just don't buy it yet. If you can find this game for $-30 then go for it, otherwise wait a few more patches until all the basic problems are fixed.    … Expand
  95. Dylanmc12
    Mar 26, 2011
    7
    L4D is a "Co-Op" Game. Not like those other Co-Op titles where your team is a bunch of galooting **** making no difference when you leave the group and finish the level on yourown.

    This gmae says "NO! I'm going to have boss-battles that prevent you from splitting up because they stun-lock you into poistions stopping you from moving and getting your **** chopped off and you need your team    L4D is a "Co-Op" Game. Not like those other Co-Op titles where your team is a bunch of galooting **** making no difference when you leave the group and finish the level on yourown.

    This gmae says "NO! I'm going to have boss-battles that prevent you from splitting up because they stun-lock you into poistions stopping you from moving and getting your **** chopped off and you need your team to help!" What's weird is that if this was tried in any other FPS/Co-Op game, it would fail, Recklessley, but here it runs smoothly and perfectly.

    You have hord attracting zombies, leaving you to the mercy of your team.
    You have the hit and runners, causing your team to quickly get it off you and kill it before it strikes again, ECT ECT.

    Half of the time you'll be walking back and forth, and occasionally sitting down on a box in a locked cupboard because you died. Whenever you die you're sent to a small cupboard where you must wait....and wait... and wait...Weaponless and itemless waiting for your team to help.

    True survival horror Crowd Based madness.
    However it gets a bit repetetive though, but maps are often updates/added, so they're basically spoon-feeding you the same thing but with a different flavour.

    Worth the $12 dollars on steam.    … Expand
  96. grandpajoe6191
    Nov 8, 2011
    7
    Okay gentlemen, what you see here is a FPS zombie killing game that is actually addictive and entertaining (and funny) at the same time. "Left 4 Dead" made me play the single player and the multi player for hours and hours non-stop. The single player, inspired by movie scenarios, is very innovative and fun. The multiplayer is also a big hit for the game. With 3 other partners, you can goOkay gentlemen, what you see here is a FPS zombie killing game that is actually addictive and entertaining (and funny) at the same time. "Left 4 Dead" made me play the single player and the multi player for hours and hours non-stop. The single player, inspired by movie scenarios, is very innovative and fun. The multiplayer is also a big hit for the game. With 3 other partners, you can go out and whoop those **** zombies anytime!! A great must-play!! Hurray for Valve!!!!



    Note: The game gets boring after a few months.    … Expand
  97. JoseRochaPT
    Sep 20, 2011
    7
    The best bot-massive horror FPS ever made ! Obviously I'm not even comparing it to the second version, but it really is a little something ! Obviously there are some things to be improved like the Aim, the Weapons, The Zombie Inteligence and the way zombies appear.
  98. suneater
    Dec 17, 2012
    7
    An immersive co-op zombie apocalypse with a natural story telling method. Effectively creates tense atmosphere with dense environments & environmental effects, varied & believable environments ranging from an airport to a farm, and a memorable musical cue system for when zombies attack. My major gripe is the lack of post-release support considering the developer. Sadly, the community forAn immersive co-op zombie apocalypse with a natural story telling method. Effectively creates tense atmosphere with dense environments & environmental effects, varied & believable environments ranging from an airport to a farm, and a memorable musical cue system for when zombies attack. My major gripe is the lack of post-release support considering the developer. Sadly, the community for this and it's sequel are really bad and you will need a group of 4 friends if you want to play this. Although relatively short, this is an outstanding co-op experience and is still worth picking up if your friends are playing it.… Expand
  99. Krizuwe
    Jan 22, 2014
    7
    Un gran juego de zombis donde cooperar y entenderse forma parte de la victoria, es divertido y entretenido. El juego engancha mucho la verdad pero a lo largo de las misiones éstas se vuelven repetitivas, siempre es hacer lo mismo y los enemigos finales siempre son los mismos, por lo demas, gráficos, doblaje al español y jugabilidad el juego es muy bueno, por ello lo recomiendo sin lugar aUn gran juego de zombis donde cooperar y entenderse forma parte de la victoria, es divertido y entretenido. El juego engancha mucho la verdad pero a lo largo de las misiones éstas se vuelven repetitivas, siempre es hacer lo mismo y los enemigos finales siempre son los mismos, por lo demas, gráficos, doblaje al español y jugabilidad el juego es muy bueno, por ello lo recomiendo sin lugar a dudas.… Expand
  100. Ramiro1992
    Mar 29, 2015
    7
    This game is ONLY to play online, single player campaign is a disaster, voice acting is very poor, and the AI IS LAUGHABLE AT BEST. Very mediocre gameplay, but very good graphics, and the plot is just ok.
    This game does not deserve more than 7, the game fails in the single player mode, full of bugs and glitches, the AI is one of the worst i have ever seen along with counter strike, they    This game is ONLY to play online, single player campaign is a disaster, voice acting is very poor, and the AI IS LAUGHABLE AT BEST. Very mediocre gameplay, but very good graphics, and the plot is just ok.
    This game does not deserve more than 7, the game fails in the single player mode, full of bugs and glitches, the AI is one of the worst i have ever seen along with counter strike, they don't even bothered in make a good friendly and enemy AI.

    Good (+):
    - Storyline
    - Graphics
    - Music
    - Ambientation
    - A good ammount of gore

    Bad (-):

    - Laughable AI, a total disaster.
    - Very Short campaigns.
    - Not a good variety of weapons
    - Poor voice acting
    - Bad gameplay and bad controls.
    - No replay value.

    Play Resident Evil or Killing Floor Instead.    … Expand
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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

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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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