How to Position in Left 4 Dead

Summary

This video provides a comprehensive guide to mastering weapon classes and strategies in Left 4 Dead 2, focusing on assault rifles, SMGs, and explosive ammo. The speaker discusses how positioning, bullet penetration, and effective teamwork can optimize weapon effectiveness against hordes and special infected. Key tactics include leveraging explosive ammo to cancel special infected and dealing with tanks, while also covering auxiliary weapons like the M60 and grenade launcher. The video emphasizes the importance of strategy, positioning, and weapon choice, offering valuable insights for players at all skill levels.

Takeaways

• 😀 Assault rifles and SMGs are highly effective for controlling hordes, especially when positioned strategically to utilize bullet penetration.
• 😀 The key to efficiently handling infected running directly towards you is the ability to fire multiple shots into the same target.
• 😀 When infected are running perpendicular to you, assault rifles and SMGs may struggle; sniper rifles or repositioning may be more effective.
• 😀 Special infected can be effectively handled with sniper rifles or assault rifles, using range to damage them before they get close.
• 😀 Explosive ammo significantly enhances the effectiveness of assault rifles and SMGs, making them ideal for one-shotting common infected and dealing with special infected.
• 😀 Explosive ammo can stagger Chargers and other special infected, allowing teammates to free pinned survivors or eliminate threats quickly.
• 😀 Caution is advised with weapons like the SCAR when using explosive ammo due to the high risk of friendly fire.
• 😀 The M60 can act similarly to an assault rifle with explosive ammo, offering excellent DPS and penetration, making it highly effective in many situations.
• 😀 Grenade launchers are great for crowd control and can be especially effective against tanks, but they are less reliable in close-quarter combat due to friendly fire risks.
• 😀 Using grenade launchers strategically in larger, bunched-up hordes can maximize their effectiveness, as the splash damage can clear multiple infected at once.
• 😀 Consistently leveraging small tactical decisions like positioning, ammo choice, and weapon use are key to improving performance and surviving in *Left 4 Dead 2*.

Q & A

What is the importance of positioning when using assault rifles in Left 4 Dead 2?

Positioning is crucial because it allows players to eliminate hordes while staying safe. For example, players can use their positioning to fire into a horde running directly at them, making it easier to deal with enemies while allowing teammates to focus on other threats, like those coming from higher ground.

How does bullet penetration affect the effectiveness of assault rifles in Left 4 Dead 2?

Bullet penetration allows assault rifles to efficiently shoot through groups of infected, especially when they are running directly at the player. This makes it easier to eliminate multiple enemies with fewer shots compared to shooting at targets running perpendicular to you.

What is the challenge when using assault rifles or SMGs against hordes running perpendicular to the player?

When infected run perpendicular to the player, it becomes harder to efficiently deal with them using assault rifles or SMGs because the bullets need to be tracked across moving targets. This requires more precision and can be less effective compared to shooting at targets running directly toward you.

What is the role of explosive ammo in dealing with special infected?

Explosive ammo is highly effective against special infected like jockeys, hunters, smokers, and chargers. It can stagger or eliminate them with a single shot, providing a significant advantage in controlling these threats, especially in tight situations.

Why is explosive ammo particularly useful for assault rifles and SMGs in Left 4 Dead 2?

Explosive ammo works well with assault rifles and SMGs because it allows for one-shot kills of common infected and reliable cancellations of special infected like chargers or hunters. Its splash damage is effective at clearing large groups or dealing with special infected before they close in.

What is the drawback of using explosive ammo with the SCAR assault rifle?

The SCAR, when used with explosive ammo, can cause excessive friendly fire. Due to the SCAR's high rate of fire and the added explosive effects, it's more likely to hit teammates, making it less efficient than other rifles like the M16 when paired with explosive ammo.

What makes the M60 a unique weapon in Left 4 Dead 2?

The M60 is unique because it combines the benefits of explosive ammo and high DPS, similar to an assault rifle but with 150 rounds in the magazine. This makes it highly effective for dealing with large groups of infected and for performing well against special infected at long ranges.

How can the grenade launcher be used effectively in Left 4 Dead 2?

The grenade launcher is most effective when used at a distance to clear out large groups of infected. It works well for hitting infected bunched up together or for taking out tanks, provided players avoid hitting single targets or using it in close quarters where it could cause friendly fire.

What is the benefit of using down teammates as 'pseudo bile jars' with the grenade launcher?

When teammates are downed, they can be used as 'pseudo bile jars' to attract infected, making them group up. This allows players to use the grenade launcher for effective collateral damage, hitting multiple infected at once and minimizing the risk of missing a shot.

What should players consider when deciding between explosive ammo and standard ammo for assault rifles?

Players should consider the risk of friendly fire, especially with high-rate-of-fire weapons like the SCAR. While explosive ammo is excellent for clearing hordes and dealing with special infected, it can cause unnecessary damage to teammates. Therefore, weapons like the M16 are often more efficient for handling explosive ammo without excessive risk.