Valve has released an update for Left 4 Dead which allows users to download and play custom campaigns.
Last month, the SDK mod tools were released, but with this new update, modders can package their maps into a single .vpk file, which users can install with a straightforward double-click.
Users can manage their add-ons and campaigns from within the game. Valve has also added matchmaking, leaderboards and auto-update/download support for custom maps.
Left 4 Dead Authoring Tools
Fixed missing fgd error
Added vpk.exe command line tool for extracting, creating, and appending .VPK files
Removed info_versus (not used)
Added info_gamemode which fires outputs for Coop, Versus or Survival depending on what game mode the map is loaded in
Updated tutorial_standards example map, repackaged as 'Dead Line' campaign example add-on
Sample content now includes source files for official maps
Add-on Campaign Support
Players download third party campaigns as single .VPK file
Players can manage and select add-on maps and campaigns via game UI
Added matchmaking support and download/update prompt for add-on campaigns
Custom campaign support in Leader boards
If not already registered, left4dead.exe registers .VPK extension to allow automatic install of add-ons
Servers and the steam API have been extended to allow servers to send up a list of keys for matchmaking up to 1200 bytes in size
Client
Removed an infinite ammo exploit for molotovs
The team swapping issue in Versus has been fixed
Source:
clanbase.com
