Left 4 Dead 2: now with 4 times as many pre-orders

by Ludwig Kietzmann { Nov 5th 2009 at 9:30PM }

As if blissfully dancing on the grave of its opposing and recently deceased boycott, Valve's shambler-shooting sequel, Left 4 Dead 2, seems destined to surpass its predecessor. Speaking to CVG, Chet Faliszek revealed that pre-orders for the game had quadrupled those enjoyed by the original game. "As we get closer to launch we see the reaction to the demo, pre-orders are four times what Left 4 Dead 1 was, people's excitement, the boycott itself and how it's changed..." he said. "I think people are just excited now."

Having tested what the power of the people can accomplish (most of all when wielding skull-smashing implements) Valve can finally let that excitement wash over them, content that fans have latched on to what's in the game -- and not what's missing. "Honestly I made the joke and it's true: If you put $20 in a box and charge $10 for it someone would complain you didn't put $50 in a box," added Faliszek. "Not to say some of the concerns raised aren't valid, but you're always going to have some kind of upset and that's not how we work. We work at looking at the project and trying to get it out."

Valve gets Left 4 Dead 2 out on November 17th.

Tags: chet-faliszek, fps, l4d2, left-4-dead-2, pre-orders, valve, zombies

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)

Ulquiorra Cifer @ Nov 5th 2009 9:32PM

I pre-ordered first and will buy it first

Bobby Kotick @ Nov 5th 2009 9:36PM

I already did this to a spammer once tonight, but I think you deserve it much more.

http://www.amishrakefight.org/gfy/

Ulquiorra Cifer @ Nov 5th 2009 9:38PM

damn it Kotick stop replying to me

SpyderTaco (PSN: Ar4chNova89) @ Nov 5th 2009 9:38PM

Don't feed the troll.

Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 5th 2009 9:39PM

Wait...when you pre-order it, isn't that a purchase?

Please, leave. Listen to Kotick. He's right for once.

SpyderTaco (PSN: Ar4chNova89) @ Nov 5th 2009 9:41PM

@Bradwart

Don't use logic on trolls. It only comes through as static.

Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 5th 2009 9:43PM

But logic alone dictates my actions!

Traceur_Ryuk [Founder of The Anti-EMCB(tm) Brigade] (PSN: Ryuk_shinigami) @ Nov 5th 2009 9:56PM

Posted this on a previous article, but won't hurt to post it again.

http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l195/silent_killer_vincent/BillGatesUsingLinuxcopy.jpg

You^

Ulquiorra Cifer @ Nov 5th 2009 10:03PM

So its just you three that post in this site or is there more

Traceur_Ryuk [Founder of The Anti-EMCB(tm) Brigade] (PSN: Ryuk_shinigami) @ Nov 5th 2009 10:05PM

You're quite the hypocrite aren't you? Seeing as how you're posting too.

Anyways, yeah, I actually own about 50 accounts and just post under different names.

Traceur_Ryuk [Founder of The Anti-EMCB(tm) Brigade] (PSN: Ryuk_shinigami) @ Nov 5th 2009 10:06PM

As a matter of fact, I'm controlling you. You just don't know it.

Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 5th 2009 10:07PM

Oh, there are more. But we three are the leaders of the Anti Troll Defense Force.

ATDF: Protecting Joystiq from the scum of the universe...

Ulquiorra Cifer @ Nov 5th 2009 10:07PM

Calm down lady, cant take a joke, jeez
too many sensitive ladies here.

Traceur_Ryuk [Founder of The Anti-EMCB(tm) Brigade] (PSN: Ryuk_shinigami) @ Nov 5th 2009 10:10PM

Actually I'm part of the Anti-Evil monopolizing corporate bastards, but I guess I can be both.

Anyways, I love feeding the trolls, it makes them look all the more stupid. That being said, why don't you go outside and play hide and go fuck yourself.

Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 5th 2009 10:12PM

Also, it is not wise to attract the attention of the Sith Empire.

Bobby Kotick @ Nov 5th 2009 10:12PM

Let me know when you were joking because all I saw was you acting like a retard.

Russ W. @ Nov 5th 2009 10:57PM

Did someone say sensitive ladies?

Traceur_Ryuk [Founder of The Anti-EMCB(tm) Brigade] (PSN: Ryuk_shinigami) @ Nov 5th 2009 9:33PM

I'm confused, what the hell was the boycott for in the first place?

Bubbameister33 (Confused by Fanboyism) @ Nov 5th 2009 9:39PM

To show that internet petitions never work.

Special Agent Steve @ Nov 5th 2009 9:40PM

"It should be DLC"

little do people know, there was a COD4 before Modern Warfare 2.

context @ Nov 5th 2009 9:41PM

Instead of releasing a completely new game they wanted dlc or updates for the original game.

DangerMouse @ Nov 5th 2009 9:43PM

It was a desperate attempt to scare Valve with the silly threat of not purchasing the game, even though 30,000 is a miniscule number given that they would sell a few million regardless. I still bet that 70% of people boycotting will buy the game.

Traceur_Ryuk [Founder of The Anti-EMCB(tm) Brigade] (PSN: Ryuk_shinigami) @ Nov 5th 2009 9:57PM

Oh......... That is the fuckest thing I have ever heard.

tuaamin13 @ Nov 6th 2009 3:25PM

Myself and my friends weren't going to buy the game at $50. It wasn't enough value over the first game, and presumably why people were screaming that it could have been DLC. We were planning to wait 2-3 months until half price weekend, which is when we all bought L4D.

However, Steam ran the B3G1 deal with 10% off. For only $33.75/ea, we could get the game at launch instead of waiting for a $25 deal 3 months after launch (presumably after the Christmas season).

SpyderTaco (PSN: Ar4chNova89) @ Nov 5th 2009 9:38PM

I've got Left 4 Dead 2 pre-ordered...
on Steam (the only place it counts)

Special Agent Steve @ Nov 5th 2009 9:45PM

Cool story, bro.

Ulquiorra Cifer @ Nov 5th 2009 10:19PM

haha you got downvoted,
probably because you are not buying it on a real system

Bobby Kotick @ Nov 5th 2009 10:21PM

What the Hell? Will you get the fuck out of here, Sprinkles?

Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 5th 2009 10:21PM

The troll is right! Steam isn't a console at all!

Lord be praised!

Ulquiorra Cifer @ Nov 5th 2009 10:34PM

You people are obsessed with me, hehe
Domo

NvM @ Nov 5th 2009 11:45PM

I preordered the PC version from Gamestop. All the bonuses, same steam advantages, same price, but a nice box and a dsic that cna readily install it anywhere.

Bobby Kotick @ Nov 5th 2009 9:39PM

Seriously, did anyone else notice something about this game? It is the answer to all life. Look at this. It's called Left 4 Dead 2. Take out a couple of words, and this game is 42, which everyone knows is the answer of all life. (obscure movie reference)

So it should go without saying that this will have several times more pre-orders.

Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 5th 2009 9:40PM

Actually...that's a good point.

It's more than an obscure movie, though.

Bubbameister33 (Confused by Fanboyism) @ Nov 5th 2009 9:40PM

*obscure book reference

Einhanderkiller @ Nov 5th 2009 9:57PM

Put the box arts next to one another and they show 42.

http://www.wegame.com/view/FourtyTwo_Left_Four_Dead_Two/sizes/

Doctor John Smith @ Nov 5th 2009 11:12PM

If you think of the movie before you think of the book there is something direly wrong with you.

One is a mediocre adaptation, one is a timeless classic.

Access Granted [No one can stop Mr. Domino!] @ Nov 6th 2009 12:57AM

Actually it was an audio drama before a book! wasn't it!? anyways Long live HHG2G!

CheeziePotato @ Nov 5th 2009 9:40PM

Can't wait for Left 4 Dead 2, MW2, NSMB, AC2. Oh no I'm going to run out of money, I think I'm having a heart attack.

PILLS! I need PILLS!

CheeziePotato @ Nov 5th 2009 9:43PM

PILLS HERE

xgarryx(warXroutine on LIVE and PSN) @ Nov 5th 2009 9:44PM

wander if theyll support this one with DLC this time. doesnt matter ill still buy it

CheeziePotato @ Nov 5th 2009 9:46PM

Oh shit I took the wrong pills!

*dies*

What is this I don't even...? @ Nov 5th 2009 10:49PM

There are one too many acronyms in that post...

Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 5th 2009 9:42PM

I downloaded the demo and was so surprised at the changes and the improvements over the original, I think I might sell my old copy and buy the new one.

Special Agent Steve @ Nov 5th 2009 9:46PM

I'll sell you my copy for the sequel... o.0.

Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 5th 2009 9:48PM

No thanks. I think I'll buy L4D2 in one of the BF deals.

Masker @ Nov 5th 2009 10:02PM

$40 at Sears,Kmart.

Special Agent Steve @ Nov 5th 2009 9:58PM

I am black friday.

DangerMouse @ Nov 5th 2009 10:06PM

The art and sound are way more polished than the first one, and the increase in weapon choices make more interesting. Even from the early previews to the release, I though the first game was boring and dull. The gameplay worked, but so far this demo is making L4D2 feel much better than the first.