Free mobile port of the hit zombie shooter
Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2): Mobile is a free-to-play action game that is a faithful adaptation of the multiplayer first-person shooter (FPS) Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2). It is everything you would expect from a direct conversion from consoles to mobile devices. This work from the RPG GAME team captures the graphics, with the entire HUD and controls all packed into your touchscreen.
It’s committed to the source material, but Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2): Mobile suffers from a couple of optimization issues and content restrictions. Alternatively, you can check out The Walking Zombie: Dead City for more zombie-inspired action.
The classic FPS rebuilt for mobile devices
Like its PC counterpart, Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2): Mobile really captures the visuals. Imagine the loading screens, the character models, and even the animations all feel like the original game, it’s legitimate L4D2. Unfortunately, the game has only adapted one campaign from the base version: the Dark Carnival. You can play the entire campaign, although it still feels lacking without the rest of the game.
One challenging aspect of the game, however, is the controls. It feels unresponsive at times and for those who played the original, the difference is notable. The controls are remapped for the touchscreen, but there are instances where pressing the buttons doesn’t respond to user input. Also, it’s fun to play for devices with larger screens, since it retains all heads-up display (HUD) elements like your loadout.
Its commitment extends to the details, too. The special zombies, weapons, and even the effects on the stage are all on point. Unfortunately, the game doesn’t support multiplayer games, being limited to a single-player experience. With the Left 4 Dead franchise known for its challenging cooperative experience, this leaves players feeling short-changed. However, since it is free it still remains a fun and passable experience.
A good, limited recreation
Unlike other apps that carry that L4D brand but create a different, often disappointing, experience, Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2): Mobile is as true to the source material as it gets. Sure, it only adapts one campaign out of the dozens already available, but it works to accurately recreate it—monsters, weapons, and even the full set design. For lone players looking to relive the L4D2 experience, this is recommended.
