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Ok then, I may not be the best at L4D or it's sequel, but I know enough to get by in the game of zombie apocalypse-survival. Now the following will be a list of compiled tips from my own knowledge, but I will add to it as I take in suggestions from the community involved. Right first off:
In-Game tips explained
now this first list will expand the already present tips given by the developers to help new players get in to the flow of things.
Pick-up orders:
This applies to any time the game will highlight a specific weapon or object indicating you to pick it up. Pretty basic, right? You will only get this message if you have an empty slot, so make sure to heed the calls and keep your inventory stocked. the last thing you want is to run in to a horde, knowing full well you could have grabbed that pipe bomb back in the safe room, right?
Crouch-shoot:
The advantage of crouching before shooting are twofold. the first: after pressing [ctrl], your character will adopt a crouching stance, increasing the accuracy and tightening your bullet spread. You will immediately notice this change when your crosshair tightens up. This is more noticeable with automatic weapons, and has little effect on the accuracy of shotguns. the second advantage: if you coordinate your team to equip 2 rapid fire weapons and 2 shotguns, you can easily defend a small corridor or room from a horde by having a crouching row of rapid fire players and a standing row of shotguneers. although not as much use on the move, this will definitely help during a crescendo event.
Don't shoot teammates!:
This seems pretty obvious, I know, but if you continously hit your friends by accident, the damage will add up, especially on harder difficulties. Try to combat this problem by standing parallel with your teammates when fighting the zombies.
Be ready to fight the horde!:
Whenever you see this warning, it means that a crescendo event is approaching. By pressing the button/switch/lever, you will alert a substantial horde and specials, which can be a game-over for the unprepared. Take the time before pressing the button to stock up on supplies and coordinate a defense. Only then should you begin the event.
I'm sure I've missed some, so if anybody has any suggestions, I will gladly add them.
General Tips
In this area I will explain certain techniques that come in useful, as well as the pros and cons of different weapon types.
melee:
The big new addition to L4D2 is the inclusion of melee combat. Ranging from frying pans to the mighty chainsaw, there are many advantages to getting close up and personal with the zombies, but first off you'll want to take a few pointers. To begin, whatever the weapon, aim high. if you aim low, you risk only partially dismembering a zombie, which is not enough to put down some zombies . Plus, who wouldn't want to see a zombie's head fly off in a beautiful spray of gore? In a horde attack, don't let your fire-axe or katana put you in to a false sense of security. As with any weapon, always beat the horde back before taking a swing. if you just keep on hitting with your primary attack, the pitiful strikes of the zombies will begin to add up, so push, then swing. Finally, a melee weapon will surely come in to it's own in tight, enclosed spaces where there is little room to move around. A chainsaw in a doorway will make sure that "none shall pass" in respect to the undead.
regarding supplies:
throughout the game, you will come across supplies that will be imperative to your success. Always prioritise any equipment you do find. if you are sitting comfortably at 70 health, and another teammate is living on borrowed time (say 20 health, depleting), then you should definitely leave the medkit for them. Also know the time to take said medkit. as you take damage, your health bar will change colour to reflect your physical state. as it changes from green to yellow and yellow to red, you will experience not only a decrease in health but also a decrease in speed. if you have next to no health but no time to stop, make sure to pop your pain pills and keep moving. the health boost is temporary, and will decrease with time, so be wary that pills are no more than a quick fix. the adrenaline shot is sort of like an inverted pain pill, in that it gives you a great increase to speed, but only a minor health boost. know well the time to use this, as it will increase the speed of almost all your actions, and will certainly come in handy during crescendos or final stands. Finally, the ammo upgrades. Know the time to use them. just finding and deploying one won't be ultimately that effective. Instead, save it for the next horde attack or crescendo event. those incendiary rounds will come in very handy during a tank encounter...
teamwork, teamwork, teamwork:
Now only a fool would not heed this advice. After all, L4D2 is a coop online game. working together will help you immensely, and will breeze you through any campaign. solo work will leave you dead in the water, food for the hunter etc etc. If you see any teammates constricted by specials, then make sure to help them out. Never, ever wander away from the main group. The AI director will take advantage of your isolation and throw a smoker at you. With nobody to help you out, you may find your journey come to an abrupt, violent end. And finally, make sure to coordinate with the team. communicate. If you hear the tell-tale sounds of a special, don't hesitate to share it with your team, and if you see the tank fall to it's knees, then immediately call a cease-fire. Nobody wants to waste any more ammo than they have to on that hulking monstrosity.
Don't be a hero:
Come the last stand, teamwork will be paramount. But when your evac arrives, it will be every man for himself. as soon as you see it, throw a pipe bomb and rush for the transport. If you hear a teammate go down, don't go back to save him. You'll just be overwhelmed and taken as well. It's better 3 out of 4 survivors make it out alive than none of them.
Switching from tier-1 to tier-2:
This one may be a no brainer, but take heed. Don't cling on to your "ghetto mac" or "farmer's shotgun" just because it's got a laser sight or incendiary rounds. picking up that assault rifle or auto-shotgun will serve you much better than any of the starter weapons would.
Fighting the tank:
The closest thing to a boss-fight that L4D2 has to offer, the tank can be quite a challenge to the unprepared. But as with every other thing in the game, a coordinated team should have no problem with it. as soon as you see it, begin firing. If you have a molotov, now is the time to use it. if it begins to follow you, then backpedal, backpedal, backpedal. an auto-shotgun will be the most effective weapon up-close to the tank, as the sheer volume of damage exerted by each pellet will deliver immense stopping power. If you can find one, then the grenade launcher is your best bet for a quick takedown. But regardless of your weapon, always remember to saturate your fire. you can always find more ammo later, but right now you need to bring this fucker down.
Regarding the secondary weapon slot:
When playing as survivors, you will have two slots for weapons, one for your primary weapon (A shotgun or rifle) And one for your secondary weapon. Secondary weapons entail anything from pistols and close combat weapons to the mighty magnum. Make sure to choose a weapon that tailors to your needs. If you already have a shotgun, it may seem reduntant to equip a close-combat weapon as well. when using the bog standard pistol, make sure to upgrade to twin pistols as soon as you can find an extra. not only will your clip size double, but so will your rate of fire. used wisely, dual pistols can be just as effective as any primary weapon. The magnum will certainly give you a phsychological boost akin to that of the chainsaw, but it has it's drawbacks. it has a small clip and a slower firing speed, as well as a greater recoil and thus a reduced accuracy, but this is made up for by it's sheer stopping power. The magnum comes in to it's home in small, enclosed spaces, but you should not rely too heavily on it.
Downed teammates:
Alas, no matter how good a squad you have, at some point the undead will get the better of you. when a teammate is incapacitated, they fall to the ground and begin calling for help. Said player will be reduced to pistols-only, and will be unable to move. a considerably larger health-bar will appear below them, slowly depleting as they remain prone. If you see a player go down, then make it your priority to help them up. If they are being swarmed, make sure to dispatch all zombies before helping them up, as you will become a target for the infected as soon as you approach them. If you are the downed player, then make sure to keep firing. You can still be of use to your team even in this limited state, and they will certainly need you to cover their back as they help you up. if you spot a zombie charging them from behind, take it out before it can become a problem for both of you. Keep a sharp eye for any special infected, who will be trying to capitalise on this minor victory. If you keep your wits about you, then your short time in helplessness will be as painless as possible.
Feel free to add your own tips and tricks below, and by all means discuss!
Ok then, I may not be the best at L4D or it's sequel, but I know enough to get by in the game of zombie apocalypse-survival. Now the following will be a list of compiled tips from my own knowledge, but I will add to it as I take in suggestions from the community involved. Right first off:
In-Game tips explained
now this first list will expand the already present tips given by the developers to help new players get in to the flow of things.
Pick-up orders:
This applies to any time the game will highlight a specific weapon or object indicating you to pick it up. Pretty basic, right? You will only get this message if you have an empty slot, so make sure to heed the calls and keep your inventory stocked. the last thing you want is to run in to a horde, knowing full well you could have grabbed that pipe bomb back in the safe room, right?
Crouch-shoot:
The advantage of crouching before shooting are twofold. the first: after pressing [ctrl], your character will adopt a crouching stance, increasing the accuracy and tightening your bullet spread. You will immediately notice this change when your crosshair tightens up. This is more noticeable with automatic weapons, and has little effect on the accuracy of shotguns. the second advantage: if you coordinate your team to equip 2 rapid fire weapons and 2 shotguns, you can easily defend a small corridor or room from a horde by having a crouching row of rapid fire players and a standing row of shotguneers. although not as much use on the move, this will definitely help during a crescendo event.
Don't shoot teammates!:
This seems pretty obvious, I know, but if you continously hit your friends by accident, the damage will add up, especially on harder difficulties. Try to combat this problem by standing parallel with your teammates when fighting the zombies.
Be ready to fight the horde!:
Whenever you see this warning, it means that a crescendo event is approaching. By pressing the button/switch/lever, you will alert a substantial horde and specials, which can be a game-over for the unprepared. Take the time before pressing the button to stock up on supplies and coordinate a defense. Only then should you begin the event.
I'm sure I've missed some, so if anybody has any suggestions, I will gladly add them.
General Tips
In this area I will explain certain techniques that come in useful, as well as the pros and cons of different weapon types.
melee:
The big new addition to L4D2 is the inclusion of melee combat. Ranging from frying pans to the mighty chainsaw, there are many advantages to getting close up and personal with the zombies, but first off you'll want to take a few pointers. To begin, whatever the weapon, aim high. if you aim low, you risk only partially dismembering a zombie, which is not enough to put down some zombies . Plus, who wouldn't want to see a zombie's head fly off in a beautiful spray of gore? In a horde attack, don't let your fire-axe or katana put you in to a false sense of security. As with any weapon, always beat the horde back before taking a swing. if you just keep on hitting with your primary attack, the pitiful strikes of the zombies will begin to add up, so push, then swing. Finally, a melee weapon will surely come in to it's own in tight, enclosed spaces where there is little room to move around. A chainsaw in a doorway will make sure that "none shall pass" in respect to the undead.
regarding supplies:
throughout the game, you will come across supplies that will be imperative to your success. Always prioritise any equipment you do find. if you are sitting comfortably at 70 health, and another teammate is living on borrowed time (say 20 health, depleting), then you should definitely leave the medkit for them. Also know the time to take said medkit. as you take damage, your health bar will change colour to reflect your physical state. as it changes from green to yellow and yellow to red, you will experience not only a decrease in health but also a decrease in speed. if you have next to no health but no time to stop, make sure to pop your pain pills and keep moving. the health boost is temporary, and will decrease with time, so be wary that pills are no more than a quick fix. the adrenaline shot is sort of like an inverted pain pill, in that it gives you a great increase to speed, but only a minor health boost. know well the time to use this, as it will increase the speed of almost all your actions, and will certainly come in handy during crescendos or final stands. Finally, the ammo upgrades. Know the time to use them. just finding and deploying one won't be ultimately that effective. Instead, save it for the next horde attack or crescendo event. those incendiary rounds will come in very handy during a tank encounter...
teamwork, teamwork, teamwork:
Now only a fool would not heed this advice. After all, L4D2 is a coop online game. working together will help you immensely, and will breeze you through any campaign. solo work will leave you dead in the water, food for the hunter etc etc. If you see any teammates constricted by specials, then make sure to help them out. Never, ever wander away from the main group. The AI director will take advantage of your isolation and throw a smoker at you. With nobody to help you out, you may find your journey come to an abrupt, violent end. And finally, make sure to coordinate with the team. communicate. If you hear the tell-tale sounds of a special, don't hesitate to share it with your team, and if you see the tank fall to it's knees, then immediately call a cease-fire. Nobody wants to waste any more ammo than they have to on that hulking monstrosity.
Don't be a hero:
Come the last stand, teamwork will be paramount. But when your evac arrives, it will be every man for himself. as soon as you see it, throw a pipe bomb and rush for the transport. If you hear a teammate go down, don't go back to save him. You'll just be overwhelmed and taken as well. It's better 3 out of 4 survivors make it out alive than none of them.
Switching from tier-1 to tier-2:
This one may be a no brainer, but take heed. Don't cling on to your "ghetto mac" or "farmer's shotgun" just because it's got a laser sight or incendiary rounds. picking up that assault rifle or auto-shotgun will serve you much better than any of the starter weapons would.
Fighting the tank:
The closest thing to a boss-fight that L4D2 has to offer, the tank can be quite a challenge to the unprepared. But as with every other thing in the game, a coordinated team should have no problem with it. as soon as you see it, begin firing. If you have a molotov, now is the time to use it. if it begins to follow you, then backpedal, backpedal, backpedal. an auto-shotgun will be the most effective weapon up-close to the tank, as the sheer volume of damage exerted by each pellet will deliver immense stopping power. If you can find one, then the grenade launcher is your best bet for a quick takedown. But regardless of your weapon, always remember to saturate your fire. you can always find more ammo later, but right now you need to bring this fucker down.
Regarding the secondary weapon slot:
When playing as survivors, you will have two slots for weapons, one for your primary weapon (A shotgun or rifle) And one for your secondary weapon. Secondary weapons entail anything from pistols and close combat weapons to the mighty magnum. Make sure to choose a weapon that tailors to your needs. If you already have a shotgun, it may seem reduntant to equip a close-combat weapon as well. when using the bog standard pistol, make sure to upgrade to twin pistols as soon as you can find an extra. not only will your clip size double, but so will your rate of fire. used wisely, dual pistols can be just as effective as any primary weapon. The magnum will certainly give you a phsychological boost akin to that of the chainsaw, but it has it's drawbacks. it has a small clip and a slower firing speed, as well as a greater recoil and thus a reduced accuracy, but this is made up for by it's sheer stopping power. The magnum comes in to it's home in small, enclosed spaces, but you should not rely too heavily on it.
Downed teammates:
Alas, no matter how good a squad you have, at some point the undead will get the better of you. when a teammate is incapacitated, they fall to the ground and begin calling for help. Said player will be reduced to pistols-only, and will be unable to move. a considerably larger health-bar will appear below them, slowly depleting as they remain prone. If you see a player go down, then make it your priority to help them up. If they are being swarmed, make sure to dispatch all zombies before helping them up, as you will become a target for the infected as soon as you approach them. If you are the downed player, then make sure to keep firing. You can still be of use to your team even in this limited state, and they will certainly need you to cover their back as they help you up. if you spot a zombie charging them from behind, take it out before it can become a problem for both of you. Keep a sharp eye for any special infected, who will be trying to capitalise on this minor victory. If you keep your wits about you, then your short time in helplessness will be as painless as possible.
Feel free to add your own tips and tricks below, and by all means discuss!
