Left 4 Dead

 Xbox 360
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1396 Ratings

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  1. ElKooi
    Aug 31, 2023
    8
    El juego esta bueno pero es mas recomendado jugar con amigos ya que es un juego cooperativo
  2. Hero_Rain
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    I'm a bit nostalgic for this game. In 2008 when it was released I got really sick and this game kept me entertained for weeks while I recovered. Is it a perfect shooter? No, there is no such thing. I've heard some want to compare it to COD just because it's a FPS. This is not COD. It's funny how tunnel visioned people become, wanting every game to be like their favorite game. It isI'm a bit nostalgic for this game. In 2008 when it was released I got really sick and this game kept me entertained for weeks while I recovered. Is it a perfect shooter? No, there is no such thing. I've heard some want to compare it to COD just because it's a FPS. This is not COD. It's funny how tunnel visioned people become, wanting every game to be like their favorite game. It is it's own thing. That would be like comparing grapes to mangos: both are fruits but completely different. There's also complaints about lack of story. Seriously? It's not that kind of game either. The whole point of left 4 dead is that each campaign is its own episode, like a movie. I found it unique and wanted to replay it to get a different experience. Someone complained about zombie AI. Exactly what is it you want? This is a zombie shooter. This game gives you variety unlike other zombie games. Sure you play the same levels, but the hordes will come from different areas, and special infected are well circulated throughout the levels. You never know what's around corner. This is a fun game, not a deep game. It's not supposed to have dozens of cut scenes, super deep characters, tons of dialogue. It's pure action fun. I enjoy its simplicity. Yes, the loading screens are long. I don't mind because it gives me time to cool my heels, get up and grab a soda or something. There's witty banter between your team during the campaign. I do think it might've been cool to have included in game the character backgrounds, where they came from and how they found each other. The game just doesn't call for it, though.
    The only frustrating element I found was the NPCs if you play solo. Don't get me wrong, I did not have online access when I first got this so I played it solo and still loved it. But sometimes your NPCs are useless when you are incapacitated or they fall off a building and die.
    I have a soft spot for older games. It was all about simple fun, not trying to make every game into an epic RPG-like experience which in my opinion slows and stunts the fun of a game like this. If Left 4 Dead tried this I think it would be a different game, people would've compared it to Resident Evil or something and would've gotten lost in the shuffle. Instead, it stands out.    … Expand
  3. dylansgaming48
    Jul 28, 2023
    8
    left 4 dead is one of my fav zombie games ever made its fun and good but not as good as left 4 dead 2
    but still love this one
  4. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Apr 27, 2023
    8
    This zombie-themed shooter is a great action-survival game. While it lacks the content of part 2, Left 4 Dead is still great fun. Yes, the graphics are a bit crude and the gameplay is simple, but the experience is intense. Whether you're playing the campaign or competitive modes, the game is filled with fast-paced thrills. The key to success is to play like a team with your fellow zombieThis zombie-themed shooter is a great action-survival game. While it lacks the content of part 2, Left 4 Dead is still great fun. Yes, the graphics are a bit crude and the gameplay is simple, but the experience is intense. Whether you're playing the campaign or competitive modes, the game is filled with fast-paced thrills. The key to success is to play like a team with your fellow zombie slayers. While the single player mode includes capable friendly bots, it feels like a practice session. The real fun is when you go online with a real group of players. So if you're a fan of the genre, then you should try this one out. I would rate it with an 8.5 out of 10.… Expand
  5. goodgriff33
    Dec 25, 2022
    8
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  6. ANTtheKNEEEE
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    Played with my 2 other best friends. Always had one cpu playing which made it hilarious. I always said this was my favorite game all time. The random generated levels made it so fun to keep playing.
  7. frederik1478
    Nov 19, 2021
    8
    An amazing game sadly this is the worst way to play it, it's still left 4 dead it's still amazing you're going to get many hours out of it fun but Xbox 360 version doesn't have all the DLC for free like the PC so it does feel like the worst version but it is interesting to play just to see how the frame where tries to cope with all the zombies it is fun
    And it's always fun to play co-op    An amazing game sadly this is the worst way to play it, it's still left 4 dead it's still amazing you're going to get many hours out of it fun but Xbox 360 version doesn't have all the DLC for free like the PC so it does feel like the worst version but it is interesting to play just to see how the frame where tries to cope with all the zombies it is fun
    And it's always fun to play co-op with your friends. I would recommend it just to see how it run on the 360    … Expand
  8. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 21, 2020
    8
    OVERALL - 79%

    Gameplay - 7/10
    Graphics (for time) - 6/10
    Story - 7/10
    Game Length - 7/10
    Characters - 9/10
    Level/Area Design - 8/10
    Atmosphere - 9/10
    Sound Effects - 8/10
    Soundtrack - 7/10
    Replay Value - 7/10

    A fast paced, action packed, constantly referenced zombie flick. Great fun.
  9. Noahboy
    Jul 15, 2019
    10
    A very fun game with well-defined characters, great visual storytelling, many game modes, and non-repetitive game-play.
  10. brendo214
    May 22, 2019
    8
    Left 4 Dead is one of the best games to play co-op on the couch with a friend.
  11. drlowdon
    Nov 3, 2018
    9
    Left 4 Dead is an online focused first person shooter in which a group of up to four players take on the role of survivors in a zombie apocalypse and have to work together to make it to safety. Each level is broken into five chapters, the first four require the players to make it to a safe house before a final “survival” chapter in which waves of enemies will hit as you try to hold outLeft 4 Dead is an online focused first person shooter in which a group of up to four players take on the role of survivors in a zombie apocalypse and have to work together to make it to safety. Each level is broken into five chapters, the first four require the players to make it to a safe house before a final “survival” chapter in which waves of enemies will hit as you try to hold out long enough for rescue to arrive (the final “every man for himself” dash never fails to entertain!).

    To this day Left 4 Dead, and its sequel, remain amongst the best online experiences in gaming and the real key to the games success is that working together is not optional. Wandering off alone will almost always lead to certain death from one of the many enemy types out to kill you and the game perfectly balances the need to keep yourself alive whilst also looking out for your friends. With enemies appearing in different locations on each play-through there is also plenty of replayablity.

    If only Valve would make another one…    … Expand
  12. MiguelNeto
    Dec 29, 2016
    8
    Left 4 Dead é um jogo muito bom de zumbis, sempre gostei da ideia do jogo, de voce poder jogar de 4 em coop, e no modo offline pode jogar com o irmao ou com o primo, o grafico para época é boa, sem falar que o jogo inspirou muitos games de zumbis que lançaram anos depois, por exemplo Dead Island e Dying Light, a quantidade de zumbi é impressionante, tem tambem os zumbis especiais, a WitchLeft 4 Dead é um jogo muito bom de zumbis, sempre gostei da ideia do jogo, de voce poder jogar de 4 em coop, e no modo offline pode jogar com o irmao ou com o primo, o grafico para época é boa, sem falar que o jogo inspirou muitos games de zumbis que lançaram anos depois, por exemplo Dead Island e Dying Light, a quantidade de zumbi é impressionante, tem tambem os zumbis especiais, a Witch é muito chata, e o Tanque é muito forte, tem uma boa quantidade de mapas, mesmo o roteiro nao ser o forte do jogo, o seus personagens sao bons, recomendo, é um jogo que mesmo sendo de 2008, continua atual. Nota 8.9… Expand
  13. 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, e estaria na lista se voce quer começar a conhecer a plataforma
  14. SkylarSkyway
    Jun 21, 2015
    9
    The game is really fun, I was kind of skeptical before I bought it but when I played it I think it is a little bit better than Left 4 Dead 2 because it isn't as buggy as L4D2, Yes it a few bugs but I don't really care. The online play is incredible, I could care less for single player but in many ways this is a Masterpiece and I say its a must buy if you have an Xbox.
  15. ITZZZPERRY
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    Left 4 Dead is still one of the best multiplayer videogames of all time. The gameplay is a ton of fun for friends, and is a must own for Xbox 360 owners.
  16. darkspirezx
    Jul 14, 2014
    10
    I really love playing this game! The campaign is great for it keeps me compelled to play by myself or with friends. The online feature is great for it can get boring playing by yourself and the ai can be too dumb to save you or to be helpful. Survival is a great feature in which you just have to survive long enough.
  17. busbfran
    Dec 2, 2013
    9
    When first playing Left 4 Dead I was alone and playing by myself, it took my 30mins just to walk 30 meters. I was petrified. Left 4 Dead was purposely made to be played on multiplayer and this is where the game shins. Valve has successfully made an action packed *fast paced* zombie game, which will leave you on the edge of your sit the entire ride. Do not expect to play an emotion storyWhen first playing Left 4 Dead I was alone and playing by myself, it took my 30mins just to walk 30 meters. I was petrified. Left 4 Dead was purposely made to be played on multiplayer and this is where the game shins. Valve has successfully made an action packed *fast paced* zombie game, which will leave you on the edge of your sit the entire ride. Do not expect to play an emotion story driven game as this is nothing but.… Expand
  18. LateToTheGame
    Nov 22, 2013
    8
    This is one of a dwindling number of couch co-op titles that gives you solid multiplayer functionality on one screen. It's a great game to play with friends, the co-op feels like a full feature, rather than something added on later (which many two player games falter at).

    The controls are fairly intuitive, and actually implement a few features I wish more first-person games would offer.
  19. Compi24
    Jul 4, 2013
    8
    It's simplicity may leave the player feeling bare at times, but "Left 4 Dead" is nevertheless an overwhelmingly entertaining zombie shooter with some brilliant co-op gameplay possibilities.
  20. savagejoe444
    Jun 3, 2013
    10
    Valve is now my favorite game company, all thanks to this game! I've never played an actual "good" zombie game, aside from RE, and 'Left 4 Dead' is just what I needed! 4 player co-op has never been so fun!
  21. WyattTheAwesome
    May 30, 2013
    8
    A Valve FPS with zombies. This is a wonderful game that I enjoyed very much, but to get the full experience for this game, you need to have 3 other people, but when you do get 3 other friends, it makes for one helluva good time. And, because you need other people to enjoy it so much, that's why I also have to criticize for. That and its somewhat short gameplay time. It's nice to see gamesA Valve FPS with zombies. This is a wonderful game that I enjoyed very much, but to get the full experience for this game, you need to have 3 other people, but when you do get 3 other friends, it makes for one helluva good time. And, because you need other people to enjoy it so much, that's why I also have to criticize for. That and its somewhat short gameplay time. It's nice to see games encourage you to play with people, but I shouldn't have to be hindered from enjoying the full game experience because I don't have friends who wanna play this game with me, but that's a minor point. Overall, Valve a lovely FPS with zombies.… Expand
  22. Bloodlustrous
    May 12, 2013
    10
    Tell me again, what survival horror fan doesn't like blasting a few hundred zombies in the head every now and again?
    With Left 4 Dead, you'll get to kill zombies. Morbidly obese zombies that vomit on you and attract the main horde, skittish zombies that attack you when you startle them, zombies with a cat-like prowess who try to hunt you down. It's fun, it's simple. It's what we want in a    Tell me again, what survival horror fan doesn't like blasting a few hundred zombies in the head every now and again?
    With Left 4 Dead, you'll get to kill zombies. Morbidly obese zombies that vomit on you and attract the main horde, skittish zombies that attack you when you startle them, zombies with a cat-like prowess who try to hunt you down. It's fun, it's simple. It's what we want in a zombie game.    … Expand
  23. Crackerjack
    Dec 27, 2012
    9
    This was the game that got me into gaming as a hobby. My friend raved about this game for the longest time and so finally I went out and bought a crappy Xbox 360 Arcade just so that I could play this game. It was the best thing I have ever bought in my life. The intense gameplay that kept me and my friends coming back, the endlessly replayable levels, and the charming characters made meThis was the game that got me into gaming as a hobby. My friend raved about this game for the longest time and so finally I went out and bought a crappy Xbox 360 Arcade just so that I could play this game. It was the best thing I have ever bought in my life. The intense gameplay that kept me and my friends coming back, the endlessly replayable levels, and the charming characters made me a L4D fan. I have spent hours and hours and hours of my life killing zombies with a friend on the couch next to me. I am a huge Resident Evil fan but this is without a doubt my favorite zombie game. Even though it has no real story this game holds up extremely well. Enjoy!… Expand
  24. Justinavery7074
    Dec 4, 2012
    9
    Zombie games are well, out there. they could be awesome and they could be boring. THis is one of the better zombie games out there. It's fun and at the time, was pretty scary.
  25. OttawaExile
    Dec 4, 2012
    8
    I'm usually not into zombie games but this is a truely fun zombie killing experience. It has lots of content and the AI director changes how each level plays making it a game which always offers new challenges. Single player is solid but this was a game meant to be played with friends. The game emphasizes teamwork, lone wolves don't last long. Pick this game up if you and your online posseI'm usually not into zombie games but this is a truely fun zombie killing experience. It has lots of content and the AI director changes how each level plays making it a game which always offers new challenges. Single player is solid but this was a game meant to be played with friends. The game emphasizes teamwork, lone wolves don't last long. Pick this game up if you and your online posse are looking for a new challenge or even just a change of pace from COD or other traditional shooters.… Expand
  26. Dibil
    Aug 4, 2012
    9
    One of the best FPS games of all time. The characters are entertaining, the level design is great too. The games only flaw is the variety of weapons, of which there is around 5. The game has superb multilayer and really encourages teamwork. If you like FPS games, zombies and playing with friends, check this game out!
  27. crazydangerous
    Jan 12, 2012
    9
    If this game had a way to punish players that **** out and rage quit I'd have to give it a 10/10, The environment and atmosphere gives pure adrenaline, game play is engrossing and winning a match feels extremely rewarding.
  28. arnyftw
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is so much fun when you play it with a friend. I think if you play it alone it is boring so I recommend only playing this with friends. This doesnt have any replay value though. Its better just to rent or something and then give it back.
  29. TheQuietGamer
    Sep 3, 2011
    9
    Left 4 Dead is a blast to play, it can easily consume hundreds of hours of your life, it has tons of awesome multiplayer modes, awesome co-op, and Zombies! this game is a pure adrenaline rush, at times hundreds of Zombies will swarm you at once, and it's awesome! while the game is built for co-op play, it's still fun to play by yourself, although you'll have the most fun with four friendsLeft 4 Dead is a blast to play, it can easily consume hundreds of hours of your life, it has tons of awesome multiplayer modes, awesome co-op, and Zombies! this game is a pure adrenaline rush, at times hundreds of Zombies will swarm you at once, and it's awesome! while the game is built for co-op play, it's still fun to play by yourself, although you'll have the most fun with four friends and difficulty on expert and watching the craziness unfold, all the game modes rely on teamwork, and there's one gameplay mode where you can play as either the Zombies or the survivors and have to effectively communicate in order too win, and it has extremely high replay value, this game comes so close to getting a 10, but it does have some flaws, there are long load times, there are only four short campaigns with five levels a piece, and if you don't have multiplayer, it wont last you forever, but this is still a fantastic game online or off, and is just shy of perfection, a must own.… Expand
  30. thevoid23
    Jul 18, 2011
    9
    Before Left 4 Dead's release, I had always wanted an intense shooter that pits you against a city full of flesh hungry zombies. So needless to say when I heard about Left 4 Dead, I was all over it, and I'm happy to say that Valve did not disappoint. This game is pretty much the game I had been wishing for since I first saw Dawn of the Dead (2004). Left 4 Dead is an intense, pulse poundingBefore Left 4 Dead's release, I had always wanted an intense shooter that pits you against a city full of flesh hungry zombies. So needless to say when I heard about Left 4 Dead, I was all over it, and I'm happy to say that Valve did not disappoint. This game is pretty much the game I had been wishing for since I first saw Dawn of the Dead (2004). Left 4 Dead is an intense, pulse pounding first person shooter that has been brilliantly created with an A.I. director that constantly changes the item locations and enemy spawn locations, making each time you play a campaign different than the last time you played it. This game strongly relies on its multiplayer, which is no less than spectacular. Playing with three other "survivors" in a zombie apocalypse is something that even today still hasn't gotten old. The versus mode is another great multiplayer mode that allows you to play as the survivors, then the infected or vise-versa in a four on four match. Another thing that makes versus so good is the fact that its completely balanced. The graphics are a bit old, but within respected tolerances. The voice acting is great and the dialogue actually made me laugh out loud in a few times. The only reason this game doesn't achieve perfection is because of lack of content, but the only reason this is a complaint is because the game is so much fun, that I just keep wanting more and more. This game delivered exactly what any zombie media fan could want and is easily one of the funnest games I've ever played.… Expand
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#10 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#6 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#26 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2008

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 67 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 66 out of 67
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 67
  3. Negative: 0 out of 67
  1. Official Xbox Magazine
    95
    Left 4 Dead's simplicity offers purity of gameplay - the same reason that gamers keep returning to classic arcade games. Come to think of it, with a handful of levels and unpredictable events happening within them, Left 4 Dead has more in common with "Ms. Pac-Man" than just the eating. It's the same thing over and over - but when simple ingredients are perfectly prepared, what could be a mere snack becomes a feast. This one just happens to be on human flesh. [Holiday 2008, p.32]
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  2. 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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  3. 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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