Left 4 Dead

 Xbox 360
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1396 Ratings

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  1. nathanskipper
    Jan 18, 2009
    9
    One of the best games I have ever played, great to link up with friends and play and even fun with strangers, as long as they co-operate. keeps you interested and have been playing it for weeks at least 3 hours a day.... love it!! i dont know how people cant like this
  2. MikkoKurkinen
    Jan 14, 2009
    10
    Every1 who says this game sucks are probably idiots who doesent understand masterpiece games like this! Games simple idea of rushing and shooting zombies works very well! It isnt so fun on single player but whit 3 friends, its probably best multiplayer game ever made. BUY THIS GAME if you like zombies and network shooters.
  3. jasong
    Jan 13, 2009
    8
    ok i havent got a x box 360 ive got a ps3 but my sons got it so ive played it so im going tell truth unlike some of you fan boys on ps3 site yeah know who you are?good single player good fun multiplayer not perfect x box fan boys grow up.
  4. ColinH
    Jan 13, 2009
    10
    Describing how to best enjoy this game is simple. If you have Xbox Live and can enjoy multiplayer gaming, purchase this ASAP. It's one of the better multiplayer games I've played in the last few years, and one of the best co-op games I've ever played. Most people I see faulting this game are gamers without an Xbox Live account. Playing single player with only bots would Describing how to best enjoy this game is simple. If you have Xbox Live and can enjoy multiplayer gaming, purchase this ASAP. It's one of the better multiplayer games I've played in the last few years, and one of the best co-op games I've ever played. Most people I see faulting this game are gamers without an Xbox Live account. Playing single player with only bots would definitely get tedious, but as someone with Live I can't fault the game for that. Online it's an absolute blast. And don't be put off the by the thought of only 4 campaigns or the idea of constant co-op gameplay because there's also the fantastic Versus mode. It's possibly even more fun than the standard co-op. The ability to play as the zombies, and the threat of a human zombie team when playing as the survivors adds a whole new dimension to the game that ramps up the fun factor ten fold. Not to mention the fact that Valve plans to keep the game supported for a long time with new DLC content. They've already announced that the first package of downloadable content will be available soon. If you're looking for a shooter with plenty of action, tight gameplay, and absolutely fantastic multiplayer gaming, then look no further than Left 4 Dead.… Expand
  5. DanoL
    Jan 10, 2009
    9
    I absolutely love this game. It's addictive, fun, and intense. The expert difficulty setting is extremely difficult and the random spawn of zombie hordes and bosses makes it a new situation every time. The multiplayer is great as well. Finally a game where people actually have to cooperate online in order to win. If you don't cooperate with your team, you will most assuredly I absolutely love this game. It's addictive, fun, and intense. The expert difficulty setting is extremely difficult and the random spawn of zombie hordes and bosses makes it a new situation every time. The multiplayer is great as well. Finally a game where people actually have to cooperate online in order to win. If you don't cooperate with your team, you will most assuredly die. The versus is the most fun I've had online in a while. I will say this about the lack of story, this is a zombie SURVIVAL game, not a STORY zombie game like Resident Evil. Your only goal is to survive, not to figure out why the world is infected or who could have done such an awful thing. It is purely about cooperating with your team and surviving the hordes of zombies that rush at you. For those who love fast paced shooters and multiplayer, this game is definitely for you. For those who crave a plot and story in their shooter, this game is probably not for you.… Expand
  6. Komino
    Jan 9, 2009
    9
    Turn off the lights and whack up the volume and get sucked into the intense adrenaline rush that is Left 4 Dead. Unlike most multiplayer games, this game really forces you to work as a team. Run ahead on your own and you run the risk off getting pounced, puked or punched without anyone to save you. One element that I really like was the that if you were playing online and needed to go off Turn off the lights and whack up the volume and get sucked into the intense adrenaline rush that is Left 4 Dead. Unlike most multiplayer games, this game really forces you to work as a team. Run ahead on your own and you run the risk off getting pounced, puked or punched without anyone to save you. One element that I really like was the that if you were playing online and needed to go off mid-game you just needed to switch to 'on a break' and the games A.I takes over which is more than competent, especially at saving and healing you. The only real downside I would say is the graphics which do look a little last-gen but it never retracts from the overall experience. Overall, if you connected to the net and want a intense experience that you'd be hard pushed to find anywhere else. Get this game.… Expand
  7. HagenM.
    Jan 7, 2009
    9
    Valve has done it yet again. Arguably the world's best game developer has put out yet another great title. This game takes a completely original look into the survival horror genre. More of a shooter, this game is the best co-op game ever in my opinion. You actaully need to communicate with your team, protect them from harm, and if they die, you die. The AI director is a break Valve has done it yet again. Arguably the world's best game developer has put out yet another great title. This game takes a completely original look into the survival horror genre. More of a shooter, this game is the best co-op game ever in my opinion. You actaully need to communicate with your team, protect them from harm, and if they die, you die. The AI director is a break through in gaming all together. It will change how items spawn, and how the enemies spawn depending on how well you are doing or how well you did in the previous chapter. The online is addictive as it is a challenge for both sides, and you must work as a team even as the infected.… Expand
  8. DarrenJ.
    Jan 6, 2009
    9
    I think the reason for Ike's rating of 3 is that he didn't read the box properly and was disappointed to find that straight out of the box it is only a 2 player. However, it's one of the best 2 player games I have ever played. The split screen is done really well allowing you a good view of everything and the interaction between characters is good. I think it's worth I think the reason for Ike's rating of 3 is that he didn't read the box properly and was disappointed to find that straight out of the box it is only a 2 player. However, it's one of the best 2 player games I have ever played. The split screen is done really well allowing you a good view of everything and the interaction between characters is good. I think it's worth saying that this is an acheivement driven game which will challenge you and frustrate you but all in all one of the best 1st person shooters I've ever played.… Expand
  9. AlphaKennyOneUp
    Jan 2, 2009
    10
    Best co-op game of all-time. No denying that. If you gave this game any less than a six, than you're an idiot who never played online. IT IS A GAME OBVIOUSLY CENTERED AROUND ONLINE PLAY. IF YOU DID NOT HAVE XBOX LIVE YOU SHOULDN'T HAVE BOUGHT THE GAME. All that aside, there will be DLC really soon, so no more of playing No Mercy all the time on Versus.
  10. EmilyH
    Dec 31, 2008
    10
    If the fast moving zombies coming from all directions doesn't scare you, then maybe the special infected that leave you helpless will. The hunters that pounce on you and force your [surprisingly helpful AI] allies to save you. The Boomers who vomit on you causing a hoard of angry zombies to maul you should have your other teammates circle you as you're blinded by the smile. If the fast moving zombies coming from all directions doesn't scare you, then maybe the special infected that leave you helpless will. The hunters that pounce on you and force your [surprisingly helpful AI] allies to save you. The Boomers who vomit on you causing a hoard of angry zombies to maul you should have your other teammates circle you as you're blinded by the smile. Smokers will latch onto you and pull you away from the group and don't even get me started on the witches or tanks. Even on EASY this game can give you a thrill - and will all the different achievements you'd be sure to play the same level trying different tactics. I love this game and it makes me want to get xbox live just to play on expert with a few mates.… Expand
  11. ArjunSingh
    Dec 30, 2008
    9
    Left 4 Dead is a good concept that relies heavily on playing with other people. If one does not have a bunch of friends or xbox live, they're in for a bad experience. While single player isn't bad it's not the most fun thing in the world. The fun is playing with others through the zombie infested campaigns. The only issue with the game is that there are 4 different scenarios.
  12. ShermanAtor
    Dec 30, 2008
    10
    10/10 Anybody who doesn't give this at least an 8 should get off these forums...Intensity (most intensity in any game I have ever played), scary, horror movie feel, multiplayer (Versus mode is extremely Addicting, don't play without people you know), awesomeness, one of the top 3 games on 360 (in no order, Gears 1, Oblivion, Left 4 Dead) If you got $65 not game better to spend it on...
  13. SamF.
    Dec 24, 2008
    8
    A Very cool FPS Which puts you in those Zombie movies of the past. Ever wonder if you could survive? this is your chance to see. The COOP Play in this game online is great if you find people who work together, otherwise the game kinda falls apart being you must help each other out.
  14. SteveW.
    Dec 24, 2008
    3
    I'm joining the legions of people who wasted their money through hype; this game really is so overrated and not even as good as Valve's older stuff let alone anything currently on the market right now. It really does just feel like a slightly polished mod, there is no way this should be released for full price on the 360 and it should have been released as a budget Steam I'm joining the legions of people who wasted their money through hype; this game really is so overrated and not even as good as Valve's older stuff let alone anything currently on the market right now. It really does just feel like a slightly polished mod, there is no way this should be released for full price on the 360 and it should have been released as a budget Steam exclusive only. The graphics are the same as the original 2004 release of HL2 before the engine tweaks the Orange Box version got, the sound effects are all recycled from HL2 which in turn are recycled from HL1 and any music you hear sounds like a remix of some of the stuff from HL2:Ep2. This is just lazy and makes it feel even more like a mod rather than a full product worthy of £40. Replay value? None, this is the most repetitive game I have ever played. It takes no skill and is no fun, and even on four-player online co-op on Expert difficulty (which, by the way, is the way this turd is supposed to be played). There are only six weapons, your AI teammates run around in circles making dumb "witty" comments and the environments feel fake, they feel like they were just designed as somewhere suited for zombies rather than somewhere where zombies might end up. I paid full price for this game and was bored within three days, if I wanted to walk through a bunch of cliched, bland, predictable environments shooting at stuff for the sake of it I'd find it so much cheaper to just go to my local pub and play Time Crisis. Come to think of it, Time Crisis is more fun. Not to mention Valve's treatment of their console community is nothing short of dreadful, quite frankly. The 360 version of TF2 is only now even being offered the chance of updates which the PC version got LAST Christmas, Valve's console support is a joke and this game will die on the 360, no question - the PC version will last beyond the end of time because of custom gametypes, mods, maps, everything that the 360 will never ever get. Zombies are an annoying fad and Valve have just cashed in. This game really is rather poor and the community surrounding it is just filled with fanboys who defend it to death if you dare legitimately criticise any aspect of it.… Expand
  15. luken
    Dec 24, 2008
    10
    The game is great! I personally didnt think of it when it came out but my friends showed it to me! I got so addicted. I cant stop playing. The best part is if you have it for your PC you can turn on sv_cheats 1. You can do all kinds of stuff to it. like spawn pipebombs/propanetanks/all the weoapons/gastank/ZOMBIES!!! I had spawned 8 witches on my friend and 3 tanks. So fun. But personally The game is great! I personally didnt think of it when it came out but my friends showed it to me! I got so addicted. I cant stop playing. The best part is if you have it for your PC you can turn on sv_cheats 1. You can do all kinds of stuff to it. like spawn pipebombs/propanetanks/all the weoapons/gastank/ZOMBIES!!! I had spawned 8 witches on my friend and 3 tanks. So fun. But personally i love this game! Probally one of the best games ive played. buy it. try it. HAVE FUN!!!!… Expand
  16. RodneyH
    Dec 24, 2008
    9
    I'm glad I waited a while to pass final judgement on this game. I was sucked into the hype and the idea of mowing down zombies was all I needed to pick this up on release day. I fired it up and played through each single player campaign the first day as I have never seen the use of having a live membership. I sat there a bit replaying a level saying to myself "That's it?!" Short I'm glad I waited a while to pass final judgement on this game. I was sucked into the hype and the idea of mowing down zombies was all I needed to pick this up on release day. I fired it up and played through each single player campaign the first day as I have never seen the use of having a live membership. I sat there a bit replaying a level saying to myself "That's it?!" Short campaigns, minimal story, and a small selection of weapons. I had a month card laying around, popped in the code and jumped into a quick match. Entirely different game! The FPS mentality that is so ingrained was immediately tossed. Some moments are down right hilarious. Newer players looking for to run and gun taken down before anyone can get near them. Covering your team mates while they heal and reload. Yes the game can be simple and sometimes easy if played right, but one wrong move or a team mate lost at a desperate time can spell disaster for everyone. I love the director aspect that encourages searching every nook while penalizing you for taking the time to do so. Desperately searching for a health kit? Take too much time and the horde will be unleashed on you. Burn through the level and you will deal with less horde but more chances of running out of supplies at a critical moment. It is extremely well balanced. Yes the lack of weapons is frustrating at first but the deeper you look at them they are all different ways to play the game. I challenge everyone to get with a group of friends on "Dead Air" stick three friends on tail of the downed plane and one with the hunting rifle in the small storage area in the wall of the building. They attract the majority of the attention and leave you free to snipe any specials that may get the jump on them. They may drop a hundred infected, but you easily pop and protect them from 15 specials that could wreck everything. For all the hate the hunting rifle gets, it is hands down my favorite weapon in the game and deserving of way more love than its getting.… Expand
  17. MattR
    Dec 24, 2008
    9
    A Fantastic game. Yes it is short and there are other valid criticisms but like Crackdown, this is a game that puts the fun first and none of it's faults really matter. Not worth playing as a single player but on Live or even better with mates, this game is Godly Good. For Zombie fans, it is as though Source have harvested all our best zombie film memories and packaged them into one A Fantastic game. Yes it is short and there are other valid criticisms but like Crackdown, this is a game that puts the fun first and none of it's faults really matter. Not worth playing as a single player but on Live or even better with mates, this game is Godly Good. For Zombie fans, it is as though Source have harvested all our best zombie film memories and packaged them into one very polished video game. Recommended, would gib again A+++++… Expand
  18. SamK
    Dec 23, 2008
    1
    A game that belonged on the PC 5 years ago, maybe then it would've been impressive. I have no friggoin idea what all the fuss is about, played the single player game, laughable, and then online for nearlly 8 hours and I hate this game. From it's cookie cutter 1 shot kill zombies to the repetitive 'boss' zombies that come at you and do the SAME thing over and over A game that belonged on the PC 5 years ago, maybe then it would've been impressive. I have no friggoin idea what all the fuss is about, played the single player game, laughable, and then online for nearlly 8 hours and I hate this game. From it's cookie cutter 1 shot kill zombies to the repetitive 'boss' zombies that come at you and do the SAME thing over and over again. Lackluster maps, crappy graphics that look more at home on the original Xbox than on a next gen platform and ZERO replay value. You have a total of FOUR weapons to choose from and really that's the game in a nutshell. DO NOT BUY THIS GAME..rent if you must, but it is a rip-off at $60. These reviews are rigged. Valve should stick with making PC games, this is really shitty and I feel like I was robbed.… Expand
  19. SK
    Dec 23, 2008
    3
    With all the hype you'd expect a really amazing new IP. The sad truth is that after finishing the single player story mode (all half hour of it) and spending hours online I am sorely dissapointed. I dont know where these amazing reviews are coming from but I can honestly say it is all just hype and a lot of careful marketing. The game feels like it belongs on the original Xbox, not a With all the hype you'd expect a really amazing new IP. The sad truth is that after finishing the single player story mode (all half hour of it) and spending hours online I am sorely dissapointed. I dont know where these amazing reviews are coming from but I can honestly say it is all just hype and a lot of careful marketing. The game feels like it belongs on the original Xbox, not a next gen machine. Graphics are appalling, (anybody play Gears of War 2 yet??) gameplay is mediocre and repetitive, with only the surroundings changing as you glide from area to area fighting the same cookie cutter horde and 4 'boss' bad guys over and over again. Oh and the difficulty spikes from dead easy to stupid hard in the blink of an eye!! I just spent near $70 on what I could probably play for free on the PC. Yeap, it's THAT crappy. Valve should go back to making Half Life sequels.… Expand
  20. BradL
    Dec 23, 2008
    8
    this game is definitely worth buying, yet not worth 50 dollars. there are only 4 campaigns. although it definitely replayable, as it was meant to be. The AI director keeps it different, although it is overrated, as there will be instances in which the game seems repetitive. In short, this game is great and very fun, but not so much is it worth 50 buckaroos.
  21. bobsmith
    Dec 22, 2008
    9
    great game. There could be more levels and weapons, but valve/steam should add those with time (and the users once the SDK is released). Also, more zombie types would make the game better too. The "AI director" really keeps this game from being stale. The COOP aspect of this game is phenominal. I'm a huge coop fan, and there are not enough coop games in my view. This one reallygreat game. There could be more levels and weapons, but valve/steam should add those with time (and the users once the SDK is released). Also, more zombie types would make the game better too. The "AI director" really keeps this game from being stale. The COOP aspect of this game is phenominal. I'm a huge coop fan, and there are not enough coop games in my view. This one really fills that niche.… Expand
  22. RandallS
    Dec 21, 2008
    8
    Overall, a very good game, though it does get old kind of easily because of the lack of missions and weapons and all-around diversity. However there's probably no funner game to play in a dark room with a friend.
  23. DavidB.
    Dec 19, 2008
    9
    Left 4 Dead is a "must have" for zombie movie enthusiasts that also love first person shooters. The music, the lighting, sound effects, and graphics all add to the psychological tension as you play. The game is unpredictable in terms of knowing when or where the hoarde will strike next. The two biggest issues I have with it are: 1) the small number of weapons to choose from, and 2) that Left 4 Dead is a "must have" for zombie movie enthusiasts that also love first person shooters. The music, the lighting, sound effects, and graphics all add to the psychological tension as you play. The game is unpredictable in terms of knowing when or where the hoarde will strike next. The two biggest issues I have with it are: 1) the small number of weapons to choose from, and 2) that you can ocassionally see some enemies "clipping" through the walls. It is also worth mentioning that the game is much more fun to play in coop. mode than it is in single player. This game is worth getting, especially if you love to be scared by zombies.… Expand
  24. AnonymousMC
    Dec 17, 2008
    10
    A damned fine game.
    Most people who are used to rushing in and being the hero, trying to save everyone , shooting their own team mates because they disagree with them....can expect a quick death in the beginning of the first board. Cooperation is essential in this game, you need to listen to your team mates or you die alone.It takes a while to learn the controls but they are fairly    A damned fine game.
    Most people who are used to rushing in and being the hero, trying to save everyone , shooting their own team mates because they disagree with them....can expect a quick death in the beginning of the first board. Cooperation is essential in this game, you need to listen to your team mates or you die alone.It takes a while to learn the controls but they are fairly simple, an once you start picking it up you won't want to put it down.
    However being the cooperative game it is you'll need full communication and as much visibility as possible, so no a microphone is no option.It also gives you the option to take a break in game in case you need to do something in the middle of online co-op, this feature is not available in versus.    … Expand
  25. elmob.
    Dec 16, 2008
    8
    This is an amazing game. Ive played it now for 40+ hours online and i'm still not tired of it. The best way to play this game is with four friends online on advanced or expert difficulty. If your buying this game to play by yourself or dont like to play games on easy or normal this is definetly not the game for you. The campaign is very short for my taste but this game was created by This is an amazing game. Ive played it now for 40+ hours online and i'm still not tired of it. The best way to play this game is with four friends online on advanced or expert difficulty. If your buying this game to play by yourself or dont like to play games on easy or normal this is definetly not the game for you. The campaign is very short for my taste but this game was created by the company that brought us counter strike people. Its meant to be played on versus mode online. plain and simple. for those of you who dont know what counter strike is then you really shouldnt be buying this game. this game is not like zombie panic and i dont see why people make an argument about this game being a mod. ive never played a game that forces you to play as a team. weather you live or die all depends how you play as a team. and when your a special infected, killing the survivors isnt that easy if your trying to do it alone. great game im having a blast with it. i only gave this game an 8 because it only has 2 campaings which equals 10 maps for versus. it should really get a 7 just based on that but after playing it for so many hours and still looking forward to getting of work and playing it with some friends it definetly deseerves a 8 at least.… Expand
  26. AnonYmous
    Dec 14, 2008
    10
    First off, at Jack T, who I assume has the last name Thompson, this has a BLOOD MARK ON THE COVER. Not only that, but a severed finger and a 17+ on the front. Any idiot should be able to tell that it's not a game for small children. Also, there was a reason for your disbarment. You tried to boycott something that fell under the first amendment a few too many times, and I would assume First off, at Jack T, who I assume has the last name Thompson, this has a BLOOD MARK ON THE COVER. Not only that, but a severed finger and a 17+ on the front. Any idiot should be able to tell that it's not a game for small children. Also, there was a reason for your disbarment. You tried to boycott something that fell under the first amendment a few too many times, and I would assume that you forgot that you are an IDIOT. Anyway, I love this game. It's excellent and has plenty of fun, and would be great without the morons trying to make this into every versus shooter known to man. In short, Heath is ALMOST right, but you should find some friends who can behave themselves, and play with them in a closed group.… Expand
  27. HervéG.
    Dec 11, 2008
    10
    This game is really a masterpiece. It turns out that I have plenty of hilarious or scary stories to tell about my experiences in this game, and I think this is the same with everyone, because this game is not only very good, but also each time you play it it is different. Also the buddies A.I. is really good, and as they are talking all the time, and thanks with their amazing This game is really a masterpiece. It turns out that I have plenty of hilarious or scary stories to tell about my experiences in this game, and I think this is the same with everyone, because this game is not only very good, but also each time you play it it is different. Also the buddies A.I. is really good, and as they are talking all the time, and thanks with their amazing characterization, you almost think that they are alive at moments, even when you are playing alone.… Expand
  28. IkeA.
    Dec 6, 2008
    3
    Okay, so I went out and bought this game based on the mass of positive reviews. Man, what a mistake. first off, contrary to the name, it's not a 4 player game, it's 2. unless you want to do system links... which means 2 Xboxes and two copies of L4D. that seems efficient. Maybe I'm old fashion, but there's something a lot more enjoyable about a game when you are playing Okay, so I went out and bought this game based on the mass of positive reviews. Man, what a mistake. first off, contrary to the name, it's not a 4 player game, it's 2. unless you want to do system links... which means 2 Xboxes and two copies of L4D. that seems efficient. Maybe I'm old fashion, but there's something a lot more enjoyable about a game when you are playing with people sitting next to you, not people you'd hate in real life, if you met, 1/2 way across the US. So it's a 2 person game, but there are 2 AIs that get in your way constantly and/or die horribly. Which really makes me confused because the game's AI and score keeper treats them like they aren't AI's... so why can't they be controlled by people. There is a horrible lacking in weaponry, and considering how horrible a shot you can be in this game and still succeed, you'd think they'd make it a lil more diverse... maybe more than one gun with a scope. The mobs are repetitive, not even counting the hordes of regular zombies that flood at you. The occasional special zombie, while interesting the first 2-3 levels, become tedious and old shortly after. The game is mindless and even though the scene's change, you find yourself with a strange feeling of deja vu in many new areas. I see where they wanted to go with this game, and it has a lot of great things to say about it. But it really falls short in some major categories. They should have stuck with a PC game, even on the Xbox it feels like a clunky PC game, and then at least I wouldn't feel ripped off having bought a 2 person game that does everything in it's power to call it 4 person.… Expand
  29. JonS
    Dec 4, 2008
    10
    All of the naysayers on this board probably played it for an hour or so without trying it on either the higher difficulties, didn't play it with a friend or online, or didn't play the versus mode. It's a BLAST. Anyone who has played it with friends or a good team online will tell you that it is an amazing play experience.
  30. Left4DeadKing
    Dec 3, 2008
    10
    I just bought the game last night. It was worth every cent. I am not big on fighting games, i stick to the sports games, but wow take my advice and get this game. To give you a background of the game here you go. There is 5 different stages and each one has about 5 chapters if i remember correctly. There is 4 different difficulties. I choose the 2nd hardest just to start. I did single I just bought the game last night. It was worth every cent. I am not big on fighting games, i stick to the sports games, but wow take my advice and get this game. To give you a background of the game here you go. There is 5 different stages and each one has about 5 chapters if i remember correctly. There is 4 different difficulties. I choose the 2nd hardest just to start. I did single player and had a blast. The computer plays well with you. Your team mates heal you and protect you like you would expect. The fact that literally 50-100 zombies will come flying out at once unexpected it awesome. Tons of narrow places with zombies waiting. Some of them dont really bother you. In fact i went into a bedroom with a zombie just slamming her head against a wall???? Either way i just went up and owner her soul but still made me laugh. And the witch was a nice touch. (Just dont shine the light on her or its pretty much game over for you). I then played co op with a buddy. We put the difficutly one more up to the third hardest. And that was def hard. Not impossible but def a challenge. Just when you think you have a place under control think again. This game rarely lets you rest. And this is not a game that once you beat it your like "time to trade in". This game will forever be fun. Mark my words. I dont play video games a lot but man this is something im trying to make more time for. I was seriously thinking about calling out of work to play more. haha. anyways hope this gives you a little boost to go out and buy it. Hit me up when online with x box live. USA CHAMPS. later.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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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

Critic Reviews

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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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