Left 4 dead 2
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It's Stage based. From Start to finish it is a linear rush to get from Point A to Point B (Point B being the safehouse).
It is imperative that you don't rush any faster than the slowest person on your team because the moment you leave someone behind, the isolated person is going to get mobbed and stomped to death (Zombies don't eat you they just like to tenderize you....odd I know but there u go). So Stay with the team at all times, consistently be aware of what's around you and the sounds around you.
It's a fun and thrilling game when done w/ a proper team.
L4D is not a game that can be solo'd, it's live or die as a team. Multiplayer, listen to Beta. Pugging is about 75% guaranteed set sail for fail.
It is imperative that you don't rush any faster than the slowest person on your team because the moment you leave someone behind, the isolated person is going to get mobbed and stomped to death (Zombies don't eat you they just like to tenderize you....odd I know but there u go). So Stay with the team at all times, consistently be aware of what's around you and the sounds around you.
It's a fun and thrilling game when done w/ a proper team.
L4D is not a game that can be solo'd, it's live or die as a team. Multiplayer, listen to Beta. Pugging is about 75% guaranteed set sail for fail.
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1. wait for a sale.
You will only pay like $5 for it then, should have one coming up soon with Halloween and for sure in December if you can wait or money is an issue
You will only pay like $5 for it then, should have one coming up soon with Halloween and for sure in December if you can wait or money is an issue
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Pros:
- Great new campaigns that are much less linear than L4D1
- Awesome new weapons (AK-47, SCAR, etc) and equipment (laser sights, explosive ammo, etc)
- Great multiplayer modes and weekly mutations (custom game modes by Valve)
- Improved graphics and effects over L4D1
- Feels more polished than L4D1
- Excellent with friends
Cons:
- Overall game formula is identical to first game
- New Survivors are not as memorable as the original four in L4D1
So, is it worth $20? I would say yes, but I bought it on-sale for $10, and I would recommend waiting for it to go on sale if you can hold off on it.
But if you absolutely can't wait, buy it. It is worth it.
- Great new campaigns that are much less linear than L4D1
- Awesome new weapons (AK-47, SCAR, etc) and equipment (laser sights, explosive ammo, etc)
- Great multiplayer modes and weekly mutations (custom game modes by Valve)
- Improved graphics and effects over L4D1
- Feels more polished than L4D1
- Excellent with friends
Cons:
- Overall game formula is identical to first game
- New Survivors are not as memorable as the original four in L4D1
So, is it worth $20? I would say yes, but I bought it on-sale for $10, and I would recommend waiting for it to go on sale if you can hold off on it.
But if you absolutely can't wait, buy it. It is worth it.
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I'd recommend buying both, iSimon. Each game has their own campaigns (which could be downloaded on the other via l4dmaps if they exist). The characters in L4D is very memorable, whereas L4D2 they're alright. I'd say 3/4 characters in L4D are worth remembering, whereas only 1/4 in L4D2 is.
Between what MentalSoul and Stealth said, they nailed the pros/cons perfectly.
Between what MentalSoul and Stealth said, they nailed the pros/cons perfectly.
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Well, if the characters are the only major Con's, then i will definitely be purchasing both
According to steam i have 90+ friends who play both, so im good to go
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Ya id get both. i own both to and its really really fun! Please add me on steam and id be happy to play with you! Username: TribalFever
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the core game experience is unchanged, but L4D2 adds more variety to weapons, and more diversity to the campaigns in that every "campaign ending" is somewhat unique.
I mean to an extent they are all "hold out for a rescue vehicle" but L4D2 mixes it up a bit. In one finale you're gathering gas cans, in one finale you're crossing a bridge as fast as possible, in one finale you're in a freaking hurricane.
I like both, I recommend both. I don't have 2 on PC (have in on 360) but i'm waiting for a good sale and I'll probably get it then. The main reason being it is easier to team up with a team of regulars through eGO. Very worth it.
I mean to an extent they are all "hold out for a rescue vehicle" but L4D2 mixes it up a bit. In one finale you're gathering gas cans, in one finale you're crossing a bridge as fast as possible, in one finale you're in a freaking hurricane.
I like both, I recommend both. I don't have 2 on PC (have in on 360) but i'm waiting for a good sale and I'll probably get it then. The main reason being it is easier to team up with a team of regulars through eGO. Very worth it.
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i made the mistake of gettin L4D right when it came out (went on sale like a few weeks later), but now im in no rush to get the sequel. in fact i can wait til it goes on sale. i saw some like 8 yr old kid play L4D2 & i thought it was funny.
