: Players can now find and use the Shovel and the Pitchfork , two rural-themed tools for dispatching the undead.
: While the update is free, you must own the base game. Left 4 Dead 2 frequently goes on sale for a very low price during Steam seasonal events. Why It Matters
"The Last Stand" is a rare example of a developer (Valve) allowing fans to take the reins of an official product. It successfully modernised the game while staying true to the dark, frantic atmosphere fans have loved since 2009.
: For most users, Steam will automatically download the update. Check your "Downloads" tab to see if a Left 4 Dead 2 update is pending.