Left 4 Dead Reviews
From Valve (the creators of Counter-Strike, Half-Life and more) comes Left 4 Dead, a co-op action horror game for the PC and Xbox 360 that casts up to four players in an epic struggle for survival against swarming zombie hordes and terrifying mutant monsters.
App ID | 500 |
App Type | GAME |
Developers | Valve |
Publishers | Valve |
Categories | Single-player, Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud, Multi-player, Co-op, Full controller support, Remote Play Together, Steam Leaderboards, Remote Play on TV, Stats, Commentary available, Captions available, Valve Anti-Cheat enabled, Includes Source SDK |
Genres | Action |
Release Date | 17 Nov, 2008 |
Platforms | Windows, Mac |
Supported Languages | Portuguese - Brazil, Italian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Greek, English, Korean, Spanish - Latin America, Turkish, Finnish, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Russian, Ukrainian, Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Hungarian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese - Portugal, Romanian, Swedish, Thai, Vietnamese |

60 884 Total Reviews
58 637 Positive Reviews
2 247 Negative Reviews
Score
Left 4 Dead has garnered a total of 60 884 reviews, with 58 637 positive reviews and 2 247 negative reviews, resulting in a ‘’ overall score.
Reviews Chart
Chart above illustrates the trend of feedback for Left 4 Dead over time, showcasing the dynamic changes in player opinions as new updates and features have been introduced. This visual representation helps to understand the game's reception and how it has evolved.
Recent Steam Reviews
This section displays the 10 most recent Steam reviews for the game, showcasing a mix of player experiences and sentiments. Each review summary includes the total playtime along with the number of thumbs-up and thumbs-down reactions, clearly indicating the community's feedback
Playtime:
387 minutes
Now, I just beaten the game and I just gotten it, im am very late on playing this game and shouldve done it sooner. I played Left 4 Dead 2 before this when it was on a free week, and the second games first level is WAY less scarier on my first playthrough. But this one, its just so amazing. They even have mod support which I havent checked on yet. If you like zombie games and valve source games, you have to play this one. I really recommend playing the first game first and the second, second. This game is worth the money, but if you dont want to spend that much, you can wait for discounts which sometimes takes awhile, it doesnt have to be the summer or winter ones it can be others.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
3122 minutes
Muito divertido, cheio de ação, adrenalina, personagens memoráveis, perfeito para jogar entre amigos e dar muita risada.
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
232 minutes
Game terbaik sepanjang tahun untuk menemani masa nostalgia
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
339 minutes
I LIKE THIS GAME!. I already played left 4 dead 2 and i loved it so obvisiouly this game is also good. Btw i did'nt knew that there were no melee weapons and spitter, jockey. Anyways (10/10)
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
1372 minutes
Wonderful game for single players and multiplay. Good game if you like shooting a variety of zombies.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
241 minutes
Wanted to look at how the games advanced. L4D1 is still pretty fun, albeit has a few issues like with the AI but still liked it. Also sometimes the infected spawn in areas where they can't move which was interesting to see.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
322 minutes
T R A S H compared to L4D2. The director is hot ass in this game. I played for 2 hours and had the same tank, witch, pill, gun spawns the entire time. 3 tanks no matter the difficulty in CHAPTER 1 of crash course is so fcn dumb and the guns all suck. I just hold down the bash button and do 360's since there's no cooldown for doing it in this game. If I don't I literally CANNOT move EVER; mostly because again, all the guns suck and you get swarmed by 30+ commons NON-STOP. There's also no melee's or adren .-. .L4D2 is a god sent masterpiece, this game however is straight from the sewers of New York City. SO SO bad. However; the hit detection feels so good, even on 40 lerp L4D2 bashing is delayed and odd feeling, this games is smoother than butter. Bashing a Hunter on L4D1 feels so responsive.
👍 : 3 |
😃 : 3
Negative
Playtime:
8137 minutes
One of the few games that doesn't feel like it has aged at all since i played it as a kid. Good singleplayer but fantastic multiplayer.
👍 : 5 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
1687 minutes
🎯 Rating: 9.5/10
📜 Overview
Left 4 Dead is a cooperative first-person shooter developed by Valve and released in 2008. The game revolves around four survivors who are attempting to navigate through various levels filled with hordes of zombies, also known as "infected." With an emphasis on teamwork, players must work together to survive, complete objectives, and escape each stage. The game uses a dynamic AI system, known as the "AI Director," which adjusts the game's pacing, difficulty, and placement of enemies based on player behavior. This system keeps the gameplay unpredictable and exciting.
🌟 Pros
✅ Cooperative Gameplay – The focus on team-based play creates a highly engaging experience, encouraging players to communicate and coordinate.
✅ Dynamic AI Director – The AI Director keeps the game fresh by dynamically adjusting the difficulty, spawn points, and scripted events based on player performance and behavior.
✅ Intense Action – The game offers fast-paced combat with an adrenaline-pumping atmosphere. The swarming infected and varied special zombies require different strategies for survival.
✅ Replayability – Each campaign can play out differently due to the dynamic AI system, offering a lot of replay value. The game also includes multiplayer modes like versus, where players can take on the role of the infected.
✅ Memorable Characters – The four playable survivors each have distinct personalities and dialogue, adding charm and humor to the intense scenarios.
⚠️ Cons
❌ Limited Single-Player Content – Although there is a single-player mode, the game truly shines in cooperative multiplayer, and the AI-controlled teammates can sometimes feel unhelpful.
❌ Repetitive Gameplay – While dynamic, the core gameplay loop can become repetitive over time, especially for players who exhaust all available campaigns.
❌ Basic Story – The game’s story is told primarily through the environment and in-game events, leaving the narrative somewhat underdeveloped for those looking for a deeper plot.
❌ Graphics (for Modern Standards) – While impressive for its time, the game’s graphics may feel dated compared to modern titles, especially on higher resolutions.
💬 Player Sentiment
Positive Reviews: Players often praise Left 4 Dead for its tense atmosphere, unpredictable gameplay, and emphasis on cooperative teamwork. Many players find the dynamic AI system to be one of the game’s strongest features, as it ensures no two playthroughs are the same.
Negative Reviews: Criticisms mostly stem from the limited single-player experience, repetitive nature of the game after extended play, and the lack of a deep story.
🎯 Target Audience
Fans of cooperative multiplayer shooters.
Players who enjoy fast-paced action and working in a team to overcome challenges.
Those looking for an engaging, challenging zombie experience with dynamic, ever-changing gameplay.
🏆 Rating Breakdown
🎮 Gameplay: 9.5/10
🎨 Graphics & Art Style: 8/10
🔄 Replayability: 9/10
⚙️ Mechanics & Balance: 9.5/10
👥 Community & Support: 9/10
Overall Experience: 9.5/10
🎯 Final Verdict
Left 4 Dead is a thrilling and intense cooperative shooter that offers a fresh experience with every playthrough thanks to the AI Director. Its focus on teamwork, chaotic zombie combat, and replayability has made it a fan favorite. While it may feel repetitive over time and lacks a deep narrative, the fast-paced action and dynamic gameplay make it a must-play for fans of cooperative shooters and zombie survival games. If you’re looking for an adrenaline-packed experience with friends, Left 4 Dead remains one of the best options out there.
👍 : 9 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
177 minutes
[h1]Comentario Analítico: "Left 4 Dead"[/h1]
No toda obra tiene el mérito de redefinir el medio y dar cabida a un nuevo subgénero, es gracias a Left 4 Dead que hoy contamos con cooperativos a 4 de la gama de Deep Rock Galactic, Alien Swarm, Payday y Dead by Deadlight.
Ya sea en la inercia con la que reacciona el cuerpo de un zombie al ser disparado, en la continua reivindicación de la cooperación o en la forma en que cada escenario entiende cómo guiar al jugador sin necesidad de indicaciones explícitas, Left 4 Dead sentó cátedra en tanto gunplay como trabajo en equipo, y es por eso que a día de hoy se conserva entre los exponentes del medio y el titular del género al que creó.
[b]¿En conclusión?[/b] El portfolio de Valve por sí solo significa una porción enorme del avance en términos tecnológicos y de diseño para el gaming en PC.
👍 : 24 |
😃 : 2
Positive