Left 4 Dead 2

This game should be a mandatory to buy when you download Steam, an amazing, fun and limitless (thanks to community) game. With 15 years old this game has a solid base of players that means you'll have people to play with everytime.

still to this day the most casual and fun co-op shooter ever made, no matter what always guaranteed to have a blast hopping in with your bros and shooting the shit together

and it's moddable to fuck too, any minor inconvenience can just be removed and you can easily make mod packs to share as a collection

SPECIAL shoutouts to the team psykskallar aesthetics mod for making the game look so insanely good https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3260067578

10/10 game

Perfect game. This game can basically never be improved, especially with the mod scene.

Back to play in 2025, this game got old quite well.
Graphics do their job and you an easily play with 100fps.
Maps are very well designed.
I recommend to play 4vs4 or 2vs2 as it is quite fun to play also with special zombies

Very fun zombie shooter, even in 2025. HUGE playerbase and seemingly endless possibilities for the workshop mods.

Versus is fun, and challenging. Even the 'competitive' side can be fun if you're into that. Otherwise the rest of the gamemodes are alive and well. Besides scavenge. You'll rarely find a match for that.

Playing with friends makes this 20x better, even online can be fun. Just expect the servers to be a little jank.

Funny zombie game with lots of workshop mods that are funny

it's very fun killing zombies it's not very scary and so many awesome mods got on sale for 0.85p totally worth it go buy it!!!

This game is peak Valve. There was a period from 1998 to about 2012 when Valve never missed. As someone who doesn't normally like FPS/Zombie games, Left 4 Dead 2 is definitely an exception. The story and lore are actually really interesting and feel realistic in a really cool way, and the characters are memorable and downright iconic.

This game also has incredibly excellent mod support. It's all clientside and integrated through the workshop, so if you really want to, you can drastically customize your experience. (Like say, replacing the four survivors with the girls from K-On!)

This game has everything you need, it's incredibly rare these days to have a complete game from purchase, Activision is the worst company in history, every year they expect you to buy another broken game, but valve well this game has been my favorite game since 2009, there's always new content being published the game always feels fresh, I like to think of this game as a movie, every time your playing it's like your a real survivor in a movie. Your characters come alive with vocals,

I don't know what write, you only were Left 4 dead and..., that's it!
But this is one of the most worthwhile games to buy because it's very cheap and give your many hours of good and not tedious content, if you have friends to play together it gets even better.

Não sei muito o que dizer, você simplesmente foi deixado para(4) morrer e... é isso!
Mas é dos jogo que mais compensam a compra, isso pois é um jogo que te entrega muitas horas de conteúdo BOM, sem ser aquele jogo massante que você joga querendo parar e com amigos fica bom de mais, sem contar que em promoção saporra fica barato pra caraio.

Good zombie game to play with friends, stay away from "Scavenge" mode since it has most toxic player base I have seen so far. If you want to enhance the game, I suggest subscribing to one of many mods from workshop. If you are into old school Black Ops Zombie style gameplay, you also have "Survival" game mode. All in all, a really cool zombie shooter.

games like this remind of the days where devs actually cared about the product that they put out.

bless the hearts and souls of everyone and everything that went into this game.

wonderful piece of gaming, that I will cherish for as long as I can think about gaming.

Even for the little time played I got surprised I thought it was only a zombie made like the cod one but it also has a huge campaign that yuo can play solo or with ppl a lot of modes even a competitive one that I did it played really good graphics for his age and really fun

Ok, encha esse jogo de mods do workshop, junte uns amigos e ria muito, a historia desse jogo é irrelevante, a diversão nele esta em matar centenas de zumbis com aparencias que você colocou com mods, com os players tendo aparencias engraçadas como da hatsune miku junto do shrek e do scout de team fortress 2, todo usuario da steam deveria ter na conta mesmo que não jogue muito, alem de que esse jogo é muito barato.

lowkey a good game its like cod zombies except a bit more oomph yknow (no hate to cod zombies)

Can't go wrong with this Beast of a game, it's the best Zombie Multiplayer shooter to date. (Which is sad cause this came out in TWO THOUSAND AND NINE!) How can it be so hard for others to compete? Others don't even have to be SEVERELY better than this ether. I play this and I feel like it's missing features that would be great just to have, is it really so hard to replicate the formula and add things?

If you don't own it, buy it. Sure, it looks graphically dated and the AI on your team is a little wonky. (Just play with friends or randoms) But the enemy types, character animations, art style, facial animation, and how the enemies die is amazing.

And the mods, don't even get me started on how amazing those are. I mostly play this as Dead Space themed I got the Necromorphs replacing the zombies and the stronger Necromorphs like the Brute replacing the Tank ect. This game goes so hard on mod support.

I really wish that game Back 4 Blood wasn't bad in many aspects. :( But I guess I'll wait another decade and hope Valve Makes Left 4 Dead 3.

(And I'm not sure if it's because I own Left 4 Dead 1 or not, but the Left 4 Dead 1 campaign is in Left 4 Dead 2 so that's cool.)

Really good game but has some toxic players

Horrible game, absolutely unplayable although this mod fixes all the bugs:
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3421714117

Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2), released by Valve in 2009, is the gold standard for cooperative zombie shooters. Featuring intense survival gameplay, smart AI, and an incredible atmosphere, L4D2 delivers an unmatched multiplayer experience. With its fast-paced action, diverse weapons, and unpredictable enemy encounters, this game remains one of the most thrilling and replayable co-op shooters ever made.

Gameplay – Pure, Adrenaline-Fueled Action
L4D2 is all about co-op survival. You and three teammates must fight through hordes of the undead, navigating through various maps and completing objectives to reach safety. The key to survival? Teamwork, strategy, and adaptability.

The gunplay is tight and satisfying, with a wide selection of weapons including assault rifles, shotguns, SMGs, sniper rifles, and melee weapons like axes, katanas, and even frying pans! Every encounter feels dynamic, thanks to the AI Director, which adjusts the difficulty based on your team’s performance, ensuring no two playthroughs are ever the same.

Special Infected – Enemies That Keep You on Edge
Beyond the standard zombie horde, L4D2 introduces Special Infected that force players to work together:

Tank – A massive brute that can throw debris and crush survivors.
Witch – A terrifying enemy that, if startled, can instantly incapacitate a survivor.
Smoker – Uses a long tongue to drag players away from their team.
Hunter – A fast, agile infected that pounces on survivors and pins them down.
Boomer – Explodes in a shower of bile, attracting a massive horde.
Charger – Charges through groups, slamming a survivor into the ground.
Spitter – Creates pools of acid that deal heavy damage.
Each Special Infected forces different team strategies, making communication and positioning absolutely crucial.

Campaigns & Maps – A Horror Movie Experience
L4D2 features multiple campaigns, each set in diverse, apocalyptic locations across the southern U.S.:

Dead Center – A chaotic mall escape reminiscent of classic zombie films.
The Parish – A tense race across New Orleans to reach an evacuation zone.
Swamp Fever – A creepy, foggy swamp filled with infected dangers.
Hard Rain – A unique campaign featuring a devastating hurricane that changes the environment.
Dark Carnival – A fan-favorite, featuring a deadly amusement park with a thrilling rollercoaster finale.
Each campaign feels like a mini zombie movie, packed with cinematic set pieces, interactive environments, and intense finales.

Multiplayer & Game Modes – Endless Replayability
L4D2 offers several game modes that keep the action fresh:

Campaign Mode – Classic co-op survival through story-driven levels.
Versus Mode – One team plays as survivors, while the other controls the Special Infected.
Survival Mode – See how long you can last against endless waves of zombies.
Scavenge Mode – A competitive mode where teams race to collect fuel cans while being hunted.
Mutation Mode – Weekly game modifiers that add fun twists to gameplay.
Thanks to modding support and the Steam Workshop, the community has also created hundreds of custom maps, weapons, and campaigns, making L4D2’s replayability practically infinite.

Graphics & Sound – Immersive and Timeless
Even years after release, L4D2’s atmospheric lighting, detailed environments, and gruesome effects hold up well. Zombies react realistically to gunfire, and the sound design is masterful, with eerie background noises, terrifying growls from Special Infected, and intense musical cues that heighten the suspense.

The voice acting and character interactions bring the survivors to life, making them memorable and adding humor to the chaos.

Why Left 4 Dead 2 is a Must-Play
L4D2 is the perfect blend of action, horror, and co-op gameplay. Whether you’re playing with friends or AI teammates, the intense combat, unpredictable enemy encounters, and endless replayability make every match a thrilling adventure.

🔹 Final Rating: 10/10
Left 4 Dead 2 is a masterpiece of cooperative gaming. If you love zombies, action, and teamwork, this is an absolute must-play that still delivers endless fun and excitement after more than a decade.

This is a very fun game to play with friends or random people but either way its a great game

Really fun co-op game where you can spend many hours without getting bored

highly recommend such a fun game to play especially with friends its stupidy funny and i love it

All the zombie blasting fun of the first Left 4 Dead with new campaigns, a couple new guns, a couple new zombies and some fun melee weapons. The campaigns from the first game are included along with some new game-modes. Both Left 4 Dead are great fun but the second one is really all you need unless you're collecting all the VALVe games.

It's alright, The Progenitor of the horde shooter genre. A monumental achievement by its time. It's one of the oldest games alive. Valve took the trouble to port all characters and campaigns from left 4 dead 1, Add tons of modes, campaigns, and 1-up left 4 dead 1 with new specials,weapons,items, and finally melee weapons.

This game runs on any toaster, despite it's intricate back-end systems. The game has an unsurmountable amount of mod support on the Steam Workshop and it basically has infinite content.

The only problem this game falls short, is that it's gaming at it's purest form with no progression fluff:

• No Progression, or pre-game progression(with the exception of achievements)
  
• No In-game Customization, for that you will have to mod the game.
  
• No Battle passes, no Daily rewards, No skins, No Difficulty Gatekeeping.
  
• Symetrical Gameplay for the survivors, while asymetrical for the zombies(relevant for versus mode).
  
[*] No level Progression,Badges, or prestige flex

The game also comes with a DLC, which includes the following items:

1. A Toxic Community: Mistakes are rarely forgiven. Unless you’re playing with friends, be prepared to face harsh criticism, often from younger players. The game’s multiplayer is largely populated by school-aged players who don’t hold back.


2. Disruptive Adults: It’s not just the kids causing chaos—some adults blast music through their microphones, assuming everyone else shares their taste. Spoiler: they don’t.


3. Frequent AFKs: Teamwork can fall apart when a teammate goes inactive, whether they’re brewing tea, taking a smoke break, or simply wandering off mid-game. And yes, it often happens right after you’ve generously used your first aid kit on them.


4. Team Abandonment: Lone wolves running off to the far corners of the map, only to be overwhelmed by infected, are a common sight. They’re quick to flood the chat with colorful language before rage-quitting the game.


5. Difficulty Disputes: Some players join games on "Expert" difficulty only to demand a downgrade. If their request is denied, they might sabotage the team before leaving the server entirely.


6. Vote Kicks: Occasionally, you’ll encounter players who inexplicably start a vote to kick you from the game. When you ask why? Crickets.



The Verdict: Despite the chaotic community, Left 4 Dead 2 remains a phenomenal experience. The graphics are a significant step up from the first game, the mechanics feel more polished, and there’s a greater variety of weapons and infected to enjoy. However, surviving the online experience without a calming remedy might be just as challenging as surviving the zombie apocalypse itself.

Love this game. Been playing it with my ma for years and only recently started playing on steam with some friends. Its insane how a game coming in 09 is this good to this day. One of my favorite game oat

It's a timeless zombie game that still holds up today, no cosmetics or in game purchases either.

This game is an excellent choice for players who love co-op chaos and visceral, over-the-top combat. It may not appeal to those seeking deep storytelling, but it delivers pure action-packed fun.

Very fun, I love when the community contributes in making campaigns and such. The main campaign is very nicely detailed and so are the survivors with their communication with each other and towards the infected.

Left 4 Dead 2 is a timeless game with near- unlimited amounts of replay-ability! Been playing since it was originally released, and I would HIGHLY recommend!

best shooting game ever. recommended to invite friends in order to clear harder stages with ease

много достижений, интересный сюжет, очень весело играть с друзьями

Zombies and mods itch my brain, would recommend if you like to just kill hundreds of zombies and have your brain turn off but also overload.

A staple of my youth. I appreciate the addition of the Jockey, Spitter and Charger. L4D1 feels very empty without them, not that you'd have any reason to play that over this. It has the original campaigns and the modding was single handedly the best thing to happen to this game. Keeps it fresh that way.

best game to spend ur money on if youre looking for countless hours killed w friends

super duper fun co-op zombier shooter. fun with and without friends. no external modding required because of the workshop. versus is fun, but can get toxic.
9/10

Nostalgic, fun, the way a zombie co-op should be. Thank you for the memories and ongoing ones VALVE. :)

Amazing fun especially with friends. The workshop community is insane and they deserve more respect for keeping the game alive and fresh.

Well this is outrageously fun, especially with all 4 multiplayer. Even as a person that doesn't really like zombies...

can we upgrade this game to 64-bits and make split screens co-op with add-on campaign functional as default or is it too complicated to do it.add legs too if you feeling generous

Solid game just like the first id def recommend if on sale, much better graphics.

this game is so good. its a masterpiece. and it allows for so much customization, one of the most moddable games ever. would recommend!!!!!

Even old game still is awesome. The huge number and variety of custom maps etc keeps it fresh and active

Judge by the hours played. Haha. Very fun. Didn't realize it looks beautiful after setting everything to max settings. Also just recently discovered about mods and other maps created by other people so i guess the replay value is very great.

My absolute favorite game ever. Gameplay and characters are timeless and the workshop gives you almost limitless modding potential. Would absolutely recommend to anyone who wants to play a good coop and/or zombie game. I would neglect my son for the rest of his life if it meant I could play one 12 pm match of Left 4 Dead 2 with the boys.

One of the most incredible games of all times. This is a masterpiece and it's still being played until this day. If you dind't try out L4D2 you're missing something very important. Valve games are always worth it. Oh, and I almost forget to mention: if uou play co-op with friends, with your family or with random people you'll have a great experience too!! (there's also a versus gamemode that could be a little bit hostile with new player but you should definitly try it!! I had so much fun playing with the special zombies lmao)

One night i was looking through goole trying to find a game under 5$ because im broke, i found l4d2 i bought it and downloaded it and played for 10+ hours, If you are looking to buy a fun game that will last a while this is the game.

classic brilliant game. especially with a good team. heavily relies on teamwork so if you are not a team player then please do not join our games XD. easy simple controls and still holds up today. 10/10

For solo players, except for the main campaign, I don't recommend playing this game alone without mods that allow you to free yourself from being grabbed by special infected enemies. The only bad part that I can think of about this game is that when you are grabbed, and AI turns idiots, you will be facing inevitable death. It becomes worse when you play in endless mode and need to rely on your AI teammates. Besides this, everything about this game is perfect. It's one of the games that seem to be able to play forever without getting bored.

Very good zombie shooter game, a direct upgrade from the first entry. Nothing much else to be said that hasn't been said before.