This past week's Future Games Show had numerous fantastic games to show off, one of which was the recently delayed Back 4 Blood. It's made the delay that tiny bit worse just seeing how great it looks in action.
We got a good look at it back at The Game Awards in December, but the latest developer walkthrough took an emphasis on looking at the unique card system. Special modifiers can be equipped each time you play to give the zombies different effects, such as goop that can call a horde if it explodes on you, or spit that can bind you.
Since the game operates essentially as a spiritual successor to Left 4 Dead, the 'Game Director' from the original series returns, which ensures the waves of undead are unpredictable every time you play as the AI determines what you fight against. Throw in these modifiers and you're in for a rough time.
We're probably never going to see an official Left 4 Dead 3, but this really does look like the next best thing. It's been delayed until October, but an open beta will be available to try at some point this summer on Xbox.
Going to be jumping into Back 4 Blood this Halloween? Let us know in the comments below.
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Looks really good, infact looks better that world war z.
Gamepass day one I reckon keep the community alive longer
After playing the Alpha, I'm actually glad this got delayed. The game looked and felt just like a Left 4 Dead 3. However, it had some serious balance issues that need addressing. So, I'm hoping with this extra time, they can really work on balancing out the weapons and the special zombies.
Still play L4D2 on my series X. Amazing series. Got me back into online gaming due to co-op gameplay (I get my arse handed to me in competitive games.) I can't wait for this. My must have game of the year.
When I got back into console gaming with a One X Left4Dead 2 and the extra maps was the first thing I bought. I still play it often now on my Series X. Looks pretty great in 4K. Can’t wait for this.
Game Pass day one would be amazing, but its the only game where I’ve added the super deluxe £99 version to my wish list. Delaying just gives me more time to save up reward points. 😀
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