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Left 4 Dead 2 Interview Blowout

By Brian Leahy - Posted Oct 28, 2009

Valve's Left 4 Dead redefined co-operative gameplay when it released last year and the sequel is set to re-re-define (is that possible?) the genre. X-Play's editorial manager and resident zombie-killing expert Abbie Heppe visited Valve Software to bring you interviews and exclusive gameplay footage of Left 4 Dead 2.

First up, Abbie speaks with Chet Faliszek, writer for Left 4 Dead 2, about the game's newly revealed "Realism Mode" and what it brings to the table. Practice your aim... headshots are very important in this mode.

For an extended look at Realism Mode, Abbie was kind enough to narrate some gameplay footage of her and the Valve team playing through "Hard Rain". There is a corn field and a lot of witches. It's a must-see video.

Next, Abbie previews the Scavenge Mode and Survival Mode with Valve programmer Kerry Davis. They talk about what the sequel will bring to Survival Mode as well as what to expect from the all-new Scavenge Mode, which tasks a team of players with collecting precious fuel while fighting off the zombie horde.

Finally, Abbie talks with Left 4 Dead 2's Level Designer Dario Casali to talk about the evolution of level design in the zombie shooter sequel. You'll find out how the sequel's levels will differ from what you may be used to from the original game.

Stay tuned for more great gameplay footage and more on Valve's Left 4 Dead 2!

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Chasefox

Defi-BRI-llator...I'm sorry I sound like an ass, but if you're going to say the word over and over, at least google it if you're unsure...I mean, it's not like you'd have a computer or anything nearby to capture gameplay footage... O:-) Wow, I definitely sounded like a total dick...sorry again :-)

Posted: October 28, 2009 3:06 AM | Reply | Report

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Robt. Juster

Can't wait for this game!

Posted: October 28, 2009 8:39 AM | Reply | Report

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Kojimbo01

this game is so much more then left 4 dead 1,...maybe now all the people that was crying about this game will shutup, and enjoy the awsomeness of this when it comes out

Posted: October 28, 2009 9:46 AM | Reply | Report

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KilferMF

Yeah you did, which begs the question, "out of all of these videos, you're ACTUALLY knitpicking on defibrillator?" Get a life much?

Posted: October 28, 2009 10:08 AM | Reply | Report

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StupendousFriar

Just played the demo, and I have only one word for it- EPIC! All of the changes make the game so much more than L4D1. The thing that most impressed me about the demo was in the second chaper, where you were tasked with running as fast as you can to shut off the alarm, all while masses of infected are chasing you. Although that situation still felt like classic L4D, it also felt extreemely different and challenging. I am looking foward to seeing more when the game comes out on Nov. 17!

Posted: October 28, 2009 10:09 AM | Reply | Report

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anubis_182

She is cool, awsome interviews!

Posted: October 28, 2009 10:17 AM | Reply | Report

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SavageHunter

I don't see why he can't knitpick on defibrillator. Honestly, its just proper pronunciation. I dont think his comment should have gotten any thumbs down. Its sad how people don't care about language anymore. They think its fine to talk like a 'tard and its completely fine. Idiots.

Posted: October 28, 2009 11:29 AM | Reply | Report

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Chasefox

Thanks for the backup SavageHunter. I'm just saying, I love G4, but if you want to be in the spotlight, professional gaming journalism and all, you've got to know your stuff. Not that the interviews weren't entertaining, mind you...

Posted: October 28, 2009 1:18 PM | Reply | Report

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EvilHero191 Show Hide

Why did I waste my money on the first game? That's what I'm wondering.

Posted: October 28, 2009 1:20 PM | Reply | Report

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SSJ4Pedestrian

lol its funny how they made the spiter a chick. Spiters are quitters.

Posted: October 28, 2009 1:49 PM | Reply | Report

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makessense

its always awesome to see valve bring out a new game. its one of the few studios who consistently bring out absolutely amazing games

Posted: October 28, 2009 2:54 PM | Reply | Report

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crackingcody

only on 360 baby!!!(and pc but who cares about them)

Posted: October 28, 2009 4:44 PM | Reply | Report

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Metalstorm98

i totally called the bile bomb!

Posted: October 28, 2009 5:42 PM | Reply | Report

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Metalstorm98

jockey pounces look strange... its gunna be interesting playing as them

Posted: October 28, 2009 6:00 PM | Reply | Report

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TheDrunkardHu

wow, thanks for all of the footage and detailed interviews! every time i get new info on this game, i'm that much MORE confident in my pre-order of it! this is going to be a blast!!

Posted: October 28, 2009 11:11 PM | Reply | Report

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Requiredghr18

man between this, mw2, and ac2, ill have no life from nov 10 till at least x-mas

Posted: October 29, 2009 12:51 AM | Reply | Report

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brentc76

I can't wait for this one, played the demo last night had a blast!!!
The only problem that I have with it is the same that I have with the first L4D when playing a single player game the AI of the other survivors seems to hurt more than help, for example teammates trying to heal me while a massive horde is biting at our heals! another which happened to me in the new demo was I was knocked to the ground and could not kill 2 zombies that were stomping me because they were in riot gear, so I'm waiting for help and when none came I turned around thinking that the other teammates were far back or were fighting off other zombies that were attacking them, but they were 2 feet back standing there watching and so I died. I also wish that in this one that teammates would at least carry pipebombs or molotavs, and could either use them or pass them off to me when needed (also with the defibrillator.) Now granted that all changes when playing online with others,
but sometimes I like to play solo campaigns.

Posted: October 29, 2009 7:24 AM | Reply | Report

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crackingcody

microsoft exclusive baby!!!

Posted: October 31, 2009 10:38 AM | Reply | Report

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VocVon

I want the De-fig unit to be twice as rare as the special ammo. I mean, it will save my butt on expert but it is gonig to be the most insanely anyoning thig on VS.

Posted: November 1, 2009 10:07 AM | Reply | Report

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xFlamexOfxHellx

after watching the gameplay video I am gonna play this game.

Posted: November 1, 2009 12:09 PM | Reply | Report

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