Price check · Updated November 10, 2026

Left 4 Dead 2

Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 is a co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.

Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck

PlatformWindows PC · Linux

HandheldSteam Deck Verified, so it should run well on handheld PCs like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally.

ControlsFull controller support. Plays well on a gamepad or keyboard and mouse.

Play styleSingle-player · Co-op · Online co-op

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Price history

Lowest Current best price. Chart starts at the lowest price ever recorded and fills in every day from our own price checks. Lowest on chart: $0.99. Earliest point: November 22, 2022.

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Store	Price	Usual
Steam	$9.99	$9.99	Buy

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Details

Developer	Valve
Publisher	Valve
Released	Nov 16, 2009
Metacritic	89 / 100
Languages	28: Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German and more

PC requirements

	Minimum	Recommended
OS	Windows® 7 32/64-bit / Vista 32/64 / XP	Windows® 7 32/64-bit / Vista 32/64 / XP
Processor	Pentium 4 3.0GHz	Intel core 2 duo 2.4GHz
Memory	2 GB RAM	2 GB RAM
Graphics	Video card with 128 MB, Shader model 2.0. ATI X800, NVidia 6600 or better	Video Card Shader model 3.0. NVidia 7600, ATI X1600 or better
DirectX	Version 9.0c	Version 9.0c
Storage	13 GB available space	13 GB available space
Sound Card	DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card	DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card

Best gear for Left 4 Dead 2

How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.

Competitive multiplayerCo-op and multiplayerAction

Best way to play

Works best onWindows PC · Steam Deck (Verified) · Linux

Best controlsMouse and keyboard, or a controller (fully supported)

Best screenHigh-refresh monitor (165Hz+)

Best soundHeadset with a mic for callouts

Recommended gear

Low-latency mouse

Best value

Logitech G305 Lightspeed Wireless Mouse

Fast aim in Left 4 Dead 2 needs a light mouse with a quick wireless link. The G305 is a cheap lag-free wireless pick; the Superlight 2 is what pros use.

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Upgrade pickLogitech G Pro X Superlight 2

Headset for co-op voice chat

Best value

HyperX Cloud III

Left 4 Dead 2 is better with friends on voice. The Cloud III has a clear detachable mic; the G733 goes wireless for long co-op nights.

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Upgrade pickLogitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless Headset

High-refresh monitor

Best value

SANSUI 27-inch 1440p 180Hz IPS Monitor

Higher refresh means smoother motion and quicker reactions in Left 4 Dead 2. Both are sharp 1440p screens at 165Hz or more for the price of a 1080p monitor.

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Upgrade pickLG 27GR75Q 27-inch Monitor

Microphone

Best value

FIFINE AmpliGame AM8 USB/XLR Microphone

For crisp voice chat or streaming Left 4 Dead 2, a desk mic beats any headset mic. The AM8 is a great USB starter; the QuadCast S is the creator favorite.

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Upgrade pickHyperX QuadCast S

Controller

Best value

8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller

Left 4 Dead 2 plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.

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