The GOTY for 2008....Here it is folks
Everything you expect from Valve has arrived. Just as Half Life 2 revolutionized the efficiency of a graphics engine and the graphics themselves, L4D has done the same for gameplay and multiplayer. Multiplayer has never been more fun nor has teamwork been such a crucial part of the online portion of any game. Dare to walk ahead on your own. Your friends will laugh when you are torn to pieces by 100 zombies and a hunter.
Graphics. Outstanding graphics and optimization once again. There are no studders or artifacts from my experience thus far. Though quite dated, the source engine provides the perfect balance between graphics and smooth gameplay.
The sound has been implemented with grace. After playing for 2-3 hours you will become accustom to the music and to the indications it gives. Eventually you will tremble when you here the music that relates to the arrival of the Tank. Or when the music changes and 200 zombies come rushing your way. Overall, outstanding.
As with every Valve game, expect awesome support, new content and of course mods and maps. The only aspect that needs improvement is the lack of a server browser. Although you can access it from the console, I am sure everyone would like to see a browser as part of the menu options. Keep the match making system and add a browser along side of it. Expect to see a browser in the future as I sure do. Now get out there and start dismembering some zombies!