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Back 4 Blood

Back 4 Blood

Back 4 Blood is a thrilling cooperative first-person shooter from the creators of the critically acclaimed Left 4 Dead franchise. Experience the intense 4 player co-op narrative campaign, competitive multiplayer as human or Ridden, and frenetic gameplay that keeps you in the action.

69%
Mixed
DeveloperTurtle Rock Studios
PublisherWarner Bros. Games
Release DateOct 12, 2021
$59.99
Peak Players65.9K
Metacritic77
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
AI Review Summary

Back 4 Blood is a cooperative zombie shooter that offers snappy gunplay and a unique card-based progression system for custom builds. While it provides a fun experience with friends, it is heavily criticized for failing to live up to the legacy of the Left 4 Dead series and for having ended active development.

Pros

  • The card system allows for deep character customization and varied playstyles.90%
  • Snappy gunplay and satisfying moment-to-moment action make for a fun co-op experience.85%
  • The game offers high replayability for those who enjoy optimizing builds with friends.70%
  • Excellent value when purchased as a complete edition during deep sales.80%
  • Memorable set-pieces, such as the Jukebox sequence, provide high-energy highlights.60%

Cons

  • Development has ceased, leading many players to view it as abandonware with no future content.95%
  • The lack of official mod tools significantly limits the game's longevity compared to its predecessors.80%
  • Gameplay balance is often dictated by broken builds rather than pure team skill.70%
  • Persistent technical issues, including aggressive anti-cheat kicks, can hinder the experience.60%
  • The high base price is considered unreasonable given the current lack of developer support.75%

Notable Mentions

  • The game is frequently compared to Left 4 Dead 2, often to its detriment in the eyes of long-time fans.
  • The experience differs significantly between solo play and playing with a coordinated group of friends.
Confidence: 91%
Based on the 114 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 30, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
1.2K
Peak · last 90 days
2.3K
All-time peak
65.9K

Price

Current price
$59.99
Lowest tracked
$5.99since Jan 17, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
60%
All-time positive
69%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews73.2K
Positive: 50.4K (69%)Negative: 22.8K (31%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

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Dev Response Rate

63h

Avg Playtime at Review

58%

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