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The Official Left 4 Dead Thread
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Red Blaster
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L4D is also the first Valve game that has ladder climbing animations 
itsinmyveins
Gets to pilot the crappy patrol labors
bob_arctor said:
I was thinking of getting it to X360 to be able to play with friends too, but the guy I mainly play with didn't like it too much, just like me. So I'm gonna go with the PC version and play with people from GAF I think.
CajoleJuice
Member
You have much to learn.ItsInMyVeins said:Well, lately I've started playing a lot more on the PC since I got a new PC. I still prefer the matchmaking system of COD4 on X360 to the typical PC FPS list of rooms, though
Akia said:
I built my computer this Fall, and I don't plan to upgrade until 2010 either. Late 2010, or even 2011 or 2012, depending on what the situation is with technology. Most new games coming out aren't pushing the limits. Valve and Blizzard are known for their reasonable system requirements.
If it's US$800 you can get a very capable system.
E8400 3.0ghz Core 2 Duo - $165
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115037
4gb DDR2 800mhz RAM - $60
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148160
HD4850 512mb - $160
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102770
Asus P5Q - $120
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131295
500W PSU - $50
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371007
640GB HDD - $80
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148335
Antec 300 case - $55
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129042
22x DVD-RW - $24
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827136152
= $714 (not considering mail-in rebates, or combo discounts, could be less if you get those)
That assumes you have a monitor around or something. You can get $10 keyboards and mice as well, and those are usually good if you get Logitech or Microsoft ones. There is also a decent $10 Logitech headset I use.
That'll do you good for maxed out gaming at 1680x1050 or lower. I built a very similar system to that but I'm using a 4870 512mb which is ~10-20% faster than the 4850, I get solid 60fps 4xAA triple buffer vsync in Left 4 Dead, everything maxed. I'm sure my framerate would actually be above 60fps avg if I had vsync off, but it's better to have it on to avoid screen tearing. The 4850 should able to handle L4D smoothly no problem, and for $100 less than the 4870.
Zzoram said:
The problem is that I don't have a monitor either. I pretty much use my Powerbook G4 primarily when I'm at school. The old gaming pc I built in 2002 for Warcraft III is at home and in use by my bro. So essentially I'm starting from scratch. I'll probably have to end up spending a grand total since I would like a wide screen 24inch monitor.
Zzoram said:
Well I would like a monitor as big as the one I'm using at work. Work makes the whole thing worse because I'm coding on a monster machine with 2 huge wide screen monitors all day while reading all of the L4D impressions on GAF.
Since $1000 is a pretty daunting figure for a college student. Realistically, I'm probably going to buy the PC in parts throughout the next 6 months. Starting with the monitor and ending with the video card because I want to get the stuff that depreciates in value quicker last. The down side to being patient and making my rent payments on time is that I'm going to miss all the L4D launch buzz and Mirror's Edge on the PC. On the plus side, I'll definitely be well equipped for SCII and HL2:E3.
All these impressions of the final game is making it hard to stomach the next few hours of work and homework, but I'll try my hardest to manage.
I need to buy a couple of usb extenders from monoprice so I can use my mouse and keyboard while playing on my 32" LCD TV that sits on the opposite side of the room (I have it wired as a second monitor).
Besides that, does anyone know a reasonably priced stereo headset? I've been using my xbox 360 headset on my pc, but I can't configure it to just have people's talking go through the headset and the audio through the speakers.
I need to buy a couple of usb extenders from monoprice so I can use my mouse and keyboard while playing on my 32" LCD TV that sits on the opposite side of the room (I have it wired as a second monitor).
Besides that, does anyone know a reasonably priced stereo headset? I've been using my xbox 360 headset on my pc, but I can't configure it to just have people's talking go through the headset and the audio through the speakers.
You might be able to do it with console commands but not through the main UI. Game previews have mentioned that this would be one of the worst ways to practice as the boss zombies since the survivor AI is generally very adept at taking them down on thier own. No stragglers, good raction time, no panicking, etc.Phloxy said:
TheOneGuy said:
Never!!!!!
It is the worlds most famous and influential movie. So I don't think it's out of line to bring up when someone uses it completely wrong.
Unless the person was trying to seriously insult Valve?
I saw the post as a serious slam on Valve : P
A gif is a powerful thing!
Use it properly you lot!!!!!
poweld said:To the east coast PC l4d'ers- sorry, I got caught up last night.
On the plus side:
It's on this evening for realsMy Sennheiser 595's will be here just in time for zombie slayingI think I'm in love
~6PM EST
steamID: poweld
brains.
I'll be there around (7 est) or so... I need to figure out why my mic (headset) doen't work right :/
maybe drivers?
I dought it but I'll go looking for them (if they exist)
This game is SO awesome.
Played through the No Mercy campaign on advanced last night with 3 random people and it was tons of fun with 3 of us on mics. We had to retry the final stand 4 times, but on the last time, the guy who was playing Zoey and myself were still alive when the helicopter arrived. I was hanging off of a ledge, and he tried to get me up, but immediately after, I am pounced by a hunter, I think vomited on a boomer, and swarmed by hordes of zombies. I tell him to leave me behind, and he barely gets away, as I see the shot from the helicopter with tons of zombies chasing after the helicopter as it flies away.
Played through the No Mercy campaign on advanced last night with 3 random people and it was tons of fun with 3 of us on mics. We had to retry the final stand 4 times, but on the last time, the guy who was playing Zoey and myself were still alive when the helicopter arrived. I was hanging off of a ledge, and he tried to get me up, but immediately after, I am pounced by a hunter, I think vomited on a boomer, and swarmed by hordes of zombies. I tell him to leave me behind, and he barely gets away, as I see the shot from the helicopter with tons of zombies chasing after the helicopter as it flies away.
crowphoenix
Banned
I've played both versions. And both play extremely well if you are versed in that kind of shooter. The 360 turn speed is perfectly tuned, your characters are responsive, and the button lay-out is great. You can't really go wrong with either version, unless you require the PC specific advantages, but as for just the game itself, both versions are phenomenal.Lonestar said:Dammit, I don't know how my Computer will handle L4D. It's a bit older now...
I was just going to get the 360 version, but...I don't know
I agree. The extent to which that image is used completely wrong is just staggering. It's an angry clap because something he worked for is a complete and embarrassing failure and even then, I know I'm missing nuances that should be stated.GameGamer said:
DaFish said:
Hm.. do you have 2 sound cards; one on your mainboard and one on a secondary/external card? You might have the wrong one set to the default (in Windows).
Drivers are not likely to be an issue, unless if you're using a USB mic, and I'd be doubtful even then.
Just a guess. PM me if you're still having trouble and maybe we can figure it out.
Pop On Arrival
Banned
Red Blaster said:L4D is also the first Valve game that has ladder climbing animations
It's also the first valve game that shows you your feet when you look down. Everyone has skinny legs.
crowphoenix
Banned
I'm actually not as angry as that sounded, but it is a miss fire for the image. And it's such a fantastic movie that more people need to see it anyway.TheOneGuy said:
I'm pretty sure he knows she's terrible and is going to have to deal with the fallout. That's the interpretation I took from it and the look of anger seems to prove it, though you could say that was him being angry that she was being heckled.Goreomedy said:
I'm of the view that he's too self-centered for that and is angry because she has made him look bad.
Edit: Sorry that this is going off topic, but I've been out of school for about 2 years. I missed these kinds of discussions.
TheOneGuy said:
ZOMBIES!
plagiarize
Banned
maybe they'll even let you see your own reflection in the next game! i'm also glad that since TF2 at least Valve have realized that having your character speak isn't the end of the world.Pop On Arrival said:
in L4D it helps to always play as the same person though. i get confused when i'm not Louis cause i'm always Louis. I'll be like, why am I asking for health... when it isn't me.
Played on PC last night on advanced No Mercy. Got to the 5th level with 3 other players. We setup the rooftop with the minigun, hit the radio and the horde arrived.
We were doing well until a Tank pops out. Zoey and I fire away but didn't think fast enough to move. Zoey is kicked off the roof then before I could run away I got the boot off the roof too (AAAAAAHHH).
Louis is killed by the Tank leaving Bill alone to kill the Tank. Tank was killed leaving Bill alone on the top of the roof. If Bill could hold on long enough the 3 of us could respawn. On the mic Bill says 'Bring it, bitches' and the AI Director throws all it has and Bill is swarmed by zombies and pinned down by a Hunter.
Awesome.
Steam ID: jas0
We were doing well until a Tank pops out. Zoey and I fire away but didn't think fast enough to move. Zoey is kicked off the roof then before I could run away I got the boot off the roof too (AAAAAAHHH).
Louis is killed by the Tank leaving Bill alone to kill the Tank. Tank was killed leaving Bill alone on the top of the roof. If Bill could hold on long enough the 3 of us could respawn. On the mic Bill says 'Bring it, bitches' and the AI Director throws all it has and Bill is swarmed by zombies and pinned down by a Hunter.
Awesome.
Steam ID: jas0
Gully State
Member
Shoogoo said:Yep, nobody can disagree on this
User mods, free updates in the form of maps and weapons from valve, lower price tag, better community, dedicated servers...take your pick
crowphoenix
Banned
The Mod community. There has already been a mod that allows you to play through Ravenholm.Shoogoo said:Yep, nobody can disagree on this
plagiarize
Banned
can we perhaps get these mods linked in the first post?crowphoenix said:
What the hell? Since when does Evilore use obstacle ads in the reply process? The last thing I expected to see when I clicked reply was a Bomberman ad with a countdown clock!
Anyway....
The mod list is a good idea. Maybe a new thread dedicated to it? I'm too lazy to create it myself. Evident in getting annoyed by having to click "skip ad".
Anyway....
The mod list is a good idea. Maybe a new thread dedicated to it? I'm too lazy to create it myself. Evident in getting annoyed by having to click "skip ad".
sublime085
Member
I just picked it up at Gamestop.DyobolikaL. said:
sublime085
Member
360 version does have dedicated servers by the wayGully State said:
Eel O'Brian
Member
How do I
I'm listening to the developer commentary, if that makes a difference. If this is the only level available for the commentary, then they didn't give any sign that it was over - no "thanks for listening" or anything of the sort. Maybe I need to finish the level in-game before I can trigger the sequence in the dev commentary?
trigger the end scenario on the hospital rooftop? The helicopter pilot tells me to get ready and call him back, but the option to call him back never comes up. Do I need to do something special - flip a switch, or something?
I'm listening to the developer commentary, if that makes a difference. If this is the only level available for the commentary, then they didn't give any sign that it was over - no "thanks for listening" or anything of the sort. Maybe I need to finish the level in-game before I can trigger the sequence in the dev commentary?
plagiarize
Banned
beautiful... i basically just want map packs at this stage.
crowphoenix
Banned
Now that's going to be a creepy stage.Botolf said: