Left 4 Dead

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  1. Matt
    Nov 21, 2008
    10
    This game is great. If you're a zombie fan, you'll love it. First, the graphics: Very good for the source engine. The facial animations on the main characters are great. I'll never forget the first time I saw one of my fellow players injured, lying on the ground screaming his head off, then to look and see that the facial animations followed this screaming: mouthThis game is great. If you're a zombie fan, you'll love it. First, the graphics: Very good for the source engine. The facial animations on the main characters are great. I'll never forget the first time I saw one of my fellow players injured, lying on the ground screaming his head off, then to look and see that the facial animations followed this screaming: mouth gaping, eyes wide open, a genuinely terrified look on his face. The zombies are great too. The way they shamble, run and stumble when you hit them is very impressive. As far as the gameplay, it's great. If you've played even 1 or 2 Valve shooters, you'll be fine with this game. The game helps you along nicely without being annoyingly easy. I think my favorite part of the game, overall, is the Versus mode. Basically, 4 players will play as humans and any players present over that 4 will be placed on the undead team. You can sort of "spectate" the map and figure out where you want to spawn. It tells you what kind of zombie you'll spawn as and whether or not you can spawn (you can't be too close to the humans). I honestly think I've had the most fun playing as the zombies, especially the one time I've gotten to be the "tank". Nothing like smacking people across the room or ripping up chunks of the ground to throw at them. Great fun. Most well-done, original and FUN game I've played since the Orange Box, hands down.… Expand
  2. 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
  3. sikkyu
    Nov 21, 2008
    10
    All win

    First of all this is not a single player rambo game. If your team doesn't work together you lose. Its that simple. Zombies, boss zombies are epic, every class has a unique roll to play and each one has a counter. Valve is also going to be putting in more content as time goes on and that will add even more value. The AI director makes sure that every play threw is    All win

    First of all this is not a single player rambo game. If your team doesn't work together you lose. Its that simple. Zombies, boss zombies are epic, every class has a unique roll to play and each one has a counter.

    Valve is also going to be putting in more content as time goes on and that will add even more value. The AI director makes sure that every play threw is different.
    If you like FPS and zombies, can learn from the more experianced players, buy this game it is fantastic.    … Expand
  4. JustinRennell
    Nov 21, 2008
    10
    This game is one of the most fun I've ever played. It's had me hooked since I downloaded the demo and continues to be exciting every game. I would like to give it closer to 9.5 for a few minor issues with game play (tanks are really unfair at times in versus). Hopefully they keep updating the achievements to make us keep playing campaigns!
  5. ChrisB
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Incredible atmosphere and unbelivable environments are just the framework for a great game that forces you to work together and actually have fun doing it. This is just awesome, Haven't had this much fun in a long time. It really captures the feeling of being in your own personal zombie movie. The weapons feel right, the characters have some personality, and the zombies will scareIncredible atmosphere and unbelivable environments are just the framework for a great game that forces you to work together and actually have fun doing it. This is just awesome, Haven't had this much fun in a long time. It really captures the feeling of being in your own personal zombie movie. The weapons feel right, the characters have some personality, and the zombies will scare the crap out of you at times. Being a Valve game it also probably means that, just like Counter Strike, it will probably have tremendous community support in the way of user created content I would imagine. Outstanding game. Pure adreanline rush! Well done Valve!!… Expand
  6. Devin
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    I love this game not only because it's included the fast zombies in the zombie apocolypse, but because it's constantly a new experience. The Director does a fantastic job in creating new gameplay each time you play a level, never being predictable to the point of boring. Valve never disspoints me and this game is no exception.
  7. AnonymousMC
    Nov 20, 2008
    4
    Over Priced, game play is boring over time, gets old very quick and ive only played it for at least 2 hours, not to mention how buggy it is, and this hidden server browser which barely works is CRAP UTTER crap. I wish i didn't buy it gollydamnit I should refute the charges.
  8. DanteH.
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Iv'e played Fallout 3, Farcry 2, and many of the other hit titles this Fall and so far, this is my favorite game yet. I love every single thing about this game. The graphics are great, but the death animations are the best iv'e seen. The game's dificulty ranges from possible to insane, and i cannot believe people actually wanted another dificulty level. I see myself playingIv'e played Fallout 3, Farcry 2, and many of the other hit titles this Fall and so far, this is my favorite game yet. I love every single thing about this game. The graphics are great, but the death animations are the best iv'e seen. The game's dificulty ranges from possible to insane, and i cannot believe people actually wanted another dificulty level. I see myself playing this game quite possibly until the end of the year, and likely beyond. I can't wait to do this at a LAN game tommorow with all my friends!… Expand
  9. J.S.
    Nov 20, 2008
    9
    L4D is the best zombie game of all time. Coop is addictive and the AI director changes things up on you each time you play leaving the potential for a huge amount of replayability. Versus is excellent as well. 4 zombies try to stop 4 humans from reaching safety and the teams switch to see which human side can get the farthest with the most survivors still standing. It is so satisfying toL4D is the best zombie game of all time. Coop is addictive and the AI director changes things up on you each time you play leaving the potential for a huge amount of replayability. Versus is excellent as well. 4 zombies try to stop 4 humans from reaching safety and the teams switch to see which human side can get the farthest with the most survivors still standing. It is so satisfying to just barely pull things together as a survivor and make it to the saferoom with a mob at your heels, or as a zombie to yank a survivor away from the group and watch your team rip him to shreds. One of the most impressive aspects of the game is how polished it is, particularly with regards to the animations. The sense of momentum that the zombie horde has when it charges you is just amazing, and it really feels like your weapon is connecting when you smash a zombie with the end of a gun and it goes reeling back. The only critique I have is directed at the matchmaking system. There's no way to select where the server you want to play in is located, or whether it is modified or not, so if you're unlucky, you might end up in a server with cheats enabled or one that's just horribly laggy.… Expand
  10. ChrisZ.
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Definitely an amazing game; I would say it is the first person shooter of the year. Never played any better zombie survival game, and the fact that it highly leans toward co-op makes it even better. The game is definitely not easy unless you're on easy or normal difficulty, thus there's always a lot of teamwork involved. It also has a great amount of replayability, since the wayDefinitely an amazing game; I would say it is the first person shooter of the year. Never played any better zombie survival game, and the fact that it highly leans toward co-op makes it even better. The game is definitely not easy unless you're on easy or normal difficulty, thus there's always a lot of teamwork involved. It also has a great amount of replayability, since the way everything is laid out in each game is different from the other.
    10/10

    P.S. Sean McPartlin, there's a reason why this game is called Left4Dead, because it's Four survivors. If it was more than that then it defeats the purpose of the title.    … Expand
  11. DavidC
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    How can you give this game anything other than a 10. How long has it been since we've had a coop game with this kind of depth. The game is quick, creepy, and more fun to play than anything I've experienced in a while. WTG Valve!
  12. 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
  13. MitchRioux
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Has a decent length if played on the corect difficulty and has endless replay value.
    The source engine is a little outated but is really showing us what it can do with this game. Any bugs are always fixed by Valve quickly and one of the golden features of a Valve game is that they are going to add more content over time. Balenced perfectly!
  14. GroovyMonster
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Spectacularly phenomenal co-op gaming experience! And the AI Director keeps every single playthrough different and fresh! Crazy how well it works. A whole new game every time you play it!

    Quite simply, L4D is one of the most intense, scary, adrenaline-pumping games I've EVER played in my life!!!! It's especially sweet if you're also a big zombie/horror movie fan! Just    Spectacularly phenomenal co-op gaming experience! And the AI Director keeps every single playthrough different and fresh! Crazy how well it works. A whole new game every time you play it!

    Quite simply, L4D is one of the most intense, scary, adrenaline-pumping games I've EVER played in my life!!!! It's especially sweet if you're also a big zombie/horror movie fan! Just pure action-horror gaming bliss.

    Game of the Year worthy? Heck yes it is!!!    … Expand
  15. JakeC.
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    I was actuially pretty disappointed with Gears 2. It felt to me like Halo 2 all over again. Not that it's similar to halo 2, but i mean in its relationship to Gears 1. I think the critics are giving it much more hype than it deserves, as the game is less a new game than it is the original game revamped. Which some people might find great, but i was disappointed.
  16. JohnHofer
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Valve has done it again, people. Simply outstanding. This game will make you happy, sad, scared, fearless, along with an array of others. Versus mode is amazing, you will come to love every infected class available. Please note this though: if you don't like dying repeatedly, you will not like playing as the infected. However, the extreme satisfaction you experience after pouncing aValve has done it again, people. Simply outstanding. This game will make you happy, sad, scared, fearless, along with an array of others. Versus mode is amazing, you will come to love every infected class available. Please note this though: if you don't like dying repeatedly, you will not like playing as the infected. However, the extreme satisfaction you experience after pouncing a survivor from 4 stories up as the hunter will make you forget that you just died.
    Single player had a lackluster story, but made that up with the beautiful environments (courtesy of Valve's amazing source engine), and intense gameplay. The first time I played the campaign, I noticed my heart beating wildly in my chest and the fact that I hadn't blinked in the last 40 minutes.
    Lastly, the new AI director will ensure that, no matter how many times you play a mission, you will never recieve the same experience. No longer will gamers have the chance to memorize where clusters of enemies are, and where health and ammo will be.
    Left 4 Dead is highly recommended for fans of fast-paced FPS gameplay, and zombie lovers alike.    … Expand
  17. 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
  18. JamieH.
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    I really like the originality to this game. There are very few games out there with challenging horror scenes, most zombies or "infected" people move slow, and the game tends to be running backward and shooting. On this, if you run backwards, chances are they're gonna catch up and something WILL get you from behind. The AI is superb, the only problems i did find was that the I really like the originality to this game. There are very few games out there with challenging horror scenes, most zombies or "infected" people move slow, and the game tends to be running backward and shooting. On this, if you run backwards, chances are they're gonna catch up and something WILL get you from behind. The AI is superb, the only problems i did find was that the animations, although they are amazingly fluent and smooth, they do not hit the world: When an infected jumps up at you, their hands won't be hanging on the ledge, they will be either below, or infront of it. There are some infected that are just stood on tables, and seem to be floating. The boss and AI direction system is amazing, the way the zombies react, attack and act is fabulous. This game is amazing - and i have only done one chapter so far! 10/10 regardless of the ai things, this game still deserves a 10/10.… Expand
  19. 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.
  20. BrianZ.
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    incredible game, great co-op, endless fun on infinite maps. No one has given the real credit to the director who can take ANY (read: ANY) source map and toss in some zombies. This game has given me a new respect for dust 2 when a tank ran me over while i was trying to sweep over Short B.
  21. VichietC.
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    First of all, I gotta say this is one of the best zombie game I ever played. I love playing it with my friends. And all you hear is them screaming over the mic from my friends lol. This game is very exciting and thrilling. I give Left 4 Dead a 1O!
  22. AndrewF.
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Superb, I don't know how anybody could consider giving it less than 10 since a friendly approach to modders and constant updates mean that there will be many more than 4 campaigns.
  23. JohnY.
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Great game for online play. VS mode is a blast! I just hope it has a high re-playability to it... as long as valve continues to pump out new maps and other goodies like they do for TF2, that won't be a worry.
  24. [Anonymous]
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Best game of 2008, kinda short, but thanks to the AI Director every game just doesn't feels like the other, even when you play the same map over and over again... Looks like everybody who bought it is way too busy to comment about it here by now, kinda underrated by critics... it deserves a better score than 89.
  25. CraigF.
    Nov 20, 2008
    10
    Everything you would expect after playing HL2 and its follow up episodes. This game will not disappoint and the AI is unreal. The computer controlled characters play better than some online controlled players. Lots of fun, constantly changing and very fast paced.
  26. PatriceB.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    Left 4 Dead will take all the good in you and leave nothing but fear. Best zombie shooter ever, very intense and very unique. The old 80s horror movie style environement is awesome. Great sound, great graphics, great gameplay, everything about this game is almost perfect. Grab a weapon and some pain killers, move forward and shoot zombies, no questions ask. A must have for all horror Left 4 Dead will take all the good in you and leave nothing but fear. Best zombie shooter ever, very intense and very unique. The old 80s horror movie style environement is awesome. Great sound, great graphics, great gameplay, everything about this game is almost perfect. Grab a weapon and some pain killers, move forward and shoot zombies, no questions ask. A must have for all horror movie and zombie fans. Play it at night and you'll do nightmares !… Expand
  27. EdM.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    Awesome game always keeps you on edge. and at times becomes extremely epic if u can get into it there are however a need for a diversity i think of more weapons, on soon hopefully more maps (soon aka like a month or 2) if u enjoy zombies, massive rushes and Fuego i recommend this.
  28. Z900
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    This game is pure win in so many ways. It proves that basic gameplay, decent graphics and sound and a moderate budget can be better than most big budget titles. Just think what this game will e like after additions. Left 4 Dead 2 on a bigger budget will be even more spectacular (think the difference of Half life 1 and 2).
  29. StephenW.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    This is the most intense game I have EVER played. You will play for hours straight and be unable to blink because you'll think there's a zombie around every corner. Play with your friends for the maximum effect. You are guaranteed to have stories of your experience afterwards.
  30. VireZ.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    This game combines great co-op, intense and unpredictable gameplay, fantastic AI and it is easily one of the best games I have played not only this year, but in my entire time as a gamer (12-13 years).
  31. 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.
  32. LukeM.
    Nov 19, 2008
    5
    point gun, shoot sums up the game pretty well, there are 7 guns, the pump shot gun, the uzi the pistol, the dual pistol the hunting rifle, the assault rifle, and the shotgun. if you've played any game with all these weapons then you've played this game before, the zombies can withstand about 2 hits from any gun and in versus mode you can't choose what to play as a zombie, point gun, shoot sums up the game pretty well, there are 7 guns, the pump shot gun, the uzi the pistol, the dual pistol the hunting rifle, the assault rifle, and the shotgun. if you've played any game with all these weapons then you've played this game before, the zombies can withstand about 2 hits from any gun and in versus mode you can't choose what to play as a zombie, another generic shooter for counterstrike kiddies to love forever… Expand
  33. JohnM
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    This has to be one of the most epic FPS games ever made, as well as one of the most epic survival horror games zombie games ever made and one of the best (if not the best) co-op game ever made. If you play this game with friends, or even just friendly people it will likely never get old. Due to Valve's great post release support we can expect plenty of new content in various forms This has to be one of the most epic FPS games ever made, as well as one of the most epic survival horror games zombie games ever made and one of the best (if not the best) co-op game ever made. If you play this game with friends, or even just friendly people it will likely never get old. Due to Valve's great post release support we can expect plenty of new content in various forms (maps, game types, weapons etc.). Due to the gaming community that supports Valve games, you can expect plenty of custom maps, mods, skins for models, weapons...You name it. The AI director is a great innovation in gaming and it is just like Valve to come up with it. The multiplayer "Vs" component to the game is also an incredible amount of fun where 4 players play as the "Survivors" and 4 players play as the Boss "Infected". Seriously, if your computer can run this game (most from the last 4 years could I am sure) and you enjoy action horror or FPS games you would be a fool not to buy this one.… Expand
  34. 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
  35. 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
  36. IntelliMoo
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    Valve pulls off another gameplay victory with L4D! As well as atmosphere and intense shoot'n'kill fun. A refreshing change from Team Fortess 2, too. And the graphics are just fine, I don't see why critics always have to bash the Source engine -- maybe it's because they feel it should have the overall look of everything covered in aluminum foil like modern Unreal engine Valve pulls off another gameplay victory with L4D! As well as atmosphere and intense shoot'n'kill fun. A refreshing change from Team Fortess 2, too. And the graphics are just fine, I don't see why critics always have to bash the Source engine -- maybe it's because they feel it should have the overall look of everything covered in aluminum foil like modern Unreal engine games. LOL.… Expand
  37. EricL
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    I always wondered if someone would make a game with running zombies just like from the movie "28 Days Later" and now someone has! This has got to be the one of the best if not the best thriller game I have played. Keep it up Valve!
  38. 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
  39. 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.
  40. 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.
  41. 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
  42. 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
  43. JoséOuellet
    Nov 19, 2008
    9
    Très beau graphisme, très bon gameplay mais la durée de vie de ce jeu se limite à son nombre de scénario disponible, ici je parle de maps. Le joueur fera très rapidement le tour des scénarios disponible et pourra donc affecter légèrement le gameplay. Les concepteurs de Left 4 Dead vont tout simplement parier sur le fait que lesTrès beau graphisme, très bon gameplay mais la durée de vie de ce jeu se limite à son nombre de scénario disponible, ici je parle de maps. Le joueur fera très rapidement le tour des scénarios disponible et pourra donc affecter légèrement le gameplay. Les concepteurs de Left 4 Dead vont tout simplement parier sur le fait que les fans rajouteront des maps de leur touche personnelle comme dans les autres titres de Valve (ex: Counter-Strike), pour augmenter la durée de vie du jeu. Pas une location, mais un achat. Sachez que Valve publie toujours des jeux non complets. Donc Left 4 Dead ne sera méconnaissable dans 2 ans, lorsque toutes les patchs et addons seront faits.… Expand
  44. DiogoS.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    Ok, i dreamed of a perfect game which would suit me, number one, multiplayer, team fortress 2 best example, but left4dead has one of the best multiplayer experiences ive ever seen, guns and good effects when using them, again left4dead has the same effects as counterstrike so very good, good story line and loads of zombies, half life had this but left4dead just made it alot more Ok, i dreamed of a perfect game which would suit me, number one, multiplayer, team fortress 2 best example, but left4dead has one of the best multiplayer experiences ive ever seen, guns and good effects when using them, again left4dead has the same effects as counterstrike so very good, good story line and loads of zombies, half life had this but left4dead just made it alot more intresting and fun by using it online!… Expand
  45. MattS.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    My friend and I pre-ordered this game. and the demo was very fun. The day it came out, we set up out computers next to each other, stayed home from school, and played all day! This game is amazing! Valve is one of the few video game companies that gives a crap about their products, I love Valve!
  46. GregK.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    if you're buying this game for the single player, then give it a lower score, but if you're buying it for the online aspect, this game is a ten in the full experience. No, it isn't perfect, but the fun level is so high, you won't even notice the flaws (unless your team is getting decimated on versus mode)
  47. JohanM.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    I think its a great game, nice graphics, nice sound, nice controls and a really good AI-system. It would have been more fun if you we're able to play Versus mode on all four maps, instead of only 2. But that is not enough to drag it "down" into a nine.
  48. Metanar
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    I have been searching for a zombie game that is actaully in 3D for years, one that is: 1. Realistic 2. Fun to play 3. Scary In my, and in many of my friends opinions, this game checks all of those boxes and I can imagine myself playing this for months with just the current content, if as promised it keeps updating it, I can see it becoming as addictive as Garry's Mod.
  49. GerwimF.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    Awesome game. Love the AI Director which randomly places zombies and items.. I love the teamwork (co-op) aswell.!!
  50. 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
  51. ChrisB.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    This is an impressive title, im sure we have all been waiting years for something as fast paced as this and they certainly made one of the best zombie shooters ever! I hope this inspires more developers to start making more games using this type of zombie apocalyptic universe for future titles of all genre.
  52. ClausB.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    Not the best game ever, but perhaps the most flawless ever. Absolutely glorious multiplayer action, and even the singleplayer is infinitely replayable thanks to the AI Director, that mixes up what happens, the sounds, and so on. Several reviews complain that the game is short. I'm not sure they've played the game at all. On the harder settings, it's absolute murder, and you Not the best game ever, but perhaps the most flawless ever. Absolutely glorious multiplayer action, and even the singleplayer is infinitely replayable thanks to the AI Director, that mixes up what happens, the sounds, and so on. Several reviews complain that the game is short. I'm not sure they've played the game at all. On the harder settings, it's absolute murder, and you won't just waltz through - and even when you do, you can play the same levels tomorrow, and have a completely different experience. So polished, so stylish, so smooth, so utterly pick-up-and-playable. Valve seem untouchable, and L4D is a worthy member of that family. It really is hyper-immersive. You'll spend as much time playing, as you will telling your stories to your mates afterwards.… Expand
  53. 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!
  54. LukasH.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    This game could never have been made any better than it is, you can do so many things and play with your friends to help wipe out the living dead! the weapons are also amazing and especially the interactive environment, e.g shooting a petrol station, could never be more immense! i have waited for a game like this since half life 10/10
  55. 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
  56. 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
  57. AlexB.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    Overall, this game did everything it set out to do, and well. You have a game that forces you to think ahead, and act as a team. Or act reflexivly, and be devoured alone. There is no doubt that this game, is perhaps the beginning of a new brand of zombie game. Hopefully valve will give updates, such as more campaigns or tools and that will lock me in for an 11 out of 10.
  58. 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.
  59. KrispyK.
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    This is quite possibly one of the best multiplayer games out there right now, BAR NONE. Valve has got it right here, zombies, fps(ala counterstrike), and cooperative play. The graphics of the source engine have been amped up to beautiful quality, the charachters all have personalities, the gameplay is INTENSE. In other words, BUY THIS GAME.
  60. E3pOMonster
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    This is a great game out of the start. There where many bugs in the demo that where fixed in the release. This shows something that not many other games can beat. I have always loved valve games, constant updates and bug fixes shows they care as a game developer. Go valve!
  61. mikenatsuhae
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    this has to be one of the best zombie games... its first person shooter.... and if u get the chance to play the game no the demo u can play as the infected that has special abilities... will be a favorite for a long time... the lay out of maps are super well laid out... and the zombies run at u!
  62. AndrewG.
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    This game is absolutely perfect! The graphics on the source engine have been drastically improved from previous games, the faces and characters look almost identical to that of new engines like Cryengine 2! This game relies completely on teamwork, a concept many FPS games often lack. There is more strategy in the game than you think, particularly in Versus mode.
  63. 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
  64. TomC.
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    Very Awesome game, i played the demo for hours and finaly buy the game to play more and more with my friend. The Co-op mode is one of the best i've ever seen in a shooter, and the the way you can kill, burn and explode these zombie is unbeleivable. I give 10/10 for the style and for making this game a scary and very exciting experience! Grats.
  65. ChrisT.
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    This game is simply superb, it forces players to stick together and work as a close team in order to survive, and especially on harder difficulty settings, without amazing teamwork, the levels simply can't be completed. It's the teamwork aspect of this game that makes it truely special!
  66. CharlesP.
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    Rated a 10. The game is a breath of fresh air. It took what could have been crappy "mow down the zombies" game and made it a really fun and intense co-op game. This game's hype should not be allowed to be drowned out by the noise of the many other games coming to market right now. It is worth the buy.
  67. 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
  68. 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.
  69. BrianH.
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    Finally, the cooperative zombie shooter with a budget is here and it's kicks undead ass! The best thing about Left 4 Dead has got to be the AI director. It makes each game experience different from a steady stream of those good old fashion mindless zombies to smokers, hunters, boomers and more. Remember, help your team mates or you are all good as dead.
  70. 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
  71. LuisG.
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    This game is great, for me it's the game of the year, the feeling of being into a horror film it's outstanding I give it 10/10. Once again Valve do it... creating a nice game, excellent graphics and new techs, that help us to get more realistic games. I had been waiting for this game for long time, and I can tell everybody, this game worth every single penny. And.. who This game is great, for me it's the game of the year, the feeling of being into a horror film it's outstanding I give it 10/10. Once again Valve do it... creating a nice game, excellent graphics and new techs, that help us to get more realistic games. I had been waiting for this game for long time, and I can tell everybody, this game worth every single penny. And.. who can't resist to be into a zombie apocalypse... ohhh I really enjoy this game.… Expand
  72. MichaelLowrey
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    This game is just about perfect. As a person that has just about given up on singleplayer games it's great to have a game the has massive replayerbility in multiplayer and that everyone can agree to play, sort of the middle ground between coop players and TDM lovers it gives you alot. It is defently true that every time you play the game it can be radicly different, so if you thought This game is just about perfect. As a person that has just about given up on singleplayer games it's great to have a game the has massive replayerbility in multiplayer and that everyone can agree to play, sort of the middle ground between coop players and TDM lovers it gives you alot. It is defently true that every time you play the game it can be radicly different, so if you thought the same tactics would always work every time your wrong, what was going well can turn into a nightmare is a few seconds. I have to give this game a 10 because quite frankly a game that finnaly gives an almost flawless multiplayer experience mixed in with great NPCS has just never been done(well) before now.… Expand
  73. Warfunn
    Nov 17, 2008
    10
    If you like fast paced, co-op first person shooters this is the game for you. The directer AI ensures an unique gameplay through each map. I have only played the demo so far, but already have wasted over 5 hours on it.

    This game is not for everyone, but if you like blowing the heads off of zombies, while screaming at your pal to watch out for that hunter this is a must buy.
  74. SamP.
    Oct 29, 2008
    10
    I figured Neversoft would at least try to make an improvement from the gigantic train wreck of a game called Guitar Hero 3. Looks like it was too much to hope for. The graphics are still just as laughably bad, the drum set that boasted being so much better than rock band's is only as good or worse, the setlist has a few jewels but overall is just as disappointing as GH3's. Put I figured Neversoft would at least try to make an improvement from the gigantic train wreck of a game called Guitar Hero 3. Looks like it was too much to hope for. The graphics are still just as laughably bad, the drum set that boasted being so much better than rock band's is only as good or worse, the setlist has a few jewels but overall is just as disappointing as GH3's. Put in this game and you'll want to go back to Guitar Hero 2 to remember why these games were even fun. Bottom line, Neversoft totally destroyed the guitar hero franchise, everything in this game is just a sad shadow of the things found in Rock Band 2, don't waste your time or money.… 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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