The Left 4 Dead franchise fans have been excited by discovering a reference to Left4Dead3 in the CS2 code lines. Although the priority level for the game is currently listed as “none,” the high severity rating has led to speculation that development may be further along than previously thought. Rumors of a new Left 4 Dead game have circulated for years, with Valve News Network’s Tyler McVicker even confirming the existence of a Left 4 Dead VR game in 2019. However, Valve denied it was working on any new L4D game at the time.
Left 4 Dead 3 Appears In CS2 Code Lines
Despite the denial, fans have continued to speculate on the possibility of a new game in the franchise. Many believe that development was put on hold until the release of Source 2, with one commenter suggesting that the game may become active again after CS2 is fully shipped.
Interestingly, the rumors surrounding Left4Dead3 have led some fans to speculate that Valve may skip the number three altogether and release Left4Dead4 instead. This theory is based on the popular superstition that “anything to avoid releasing a game with the number 3.”
Earlier this year, an early prototype of Left 4 Dead was leaked online, giving fans a glimpse of what might have been. Whether or not Left4Dead3 is in active development remains to be seen, but fans of the franchise are undoubtedly excited by the possibility of a new game in the series. Of course, until Valve releases an official statement, fans will continue to speculate on the development and potential release of Left4Dead3. In the meantime, the discovery of the reference in the CS2 files has undoubtedly reignited interest in the franchise and has left fans eagerly anticipating any news or updates on the future of Left 4 Dead.
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