Finale! Prepare to fight! (3)

Coached walkthrough for Left 4 Dead 2's Finale! Learn to use stage pyrotechnics, counter Tanks, and reach the helicopter safely. Your guide to victory!

Alright, this is it – the final push! You're on the stage, and things are about to get crazy. Keep your eyes peeled for a button right next to the microphone. Hit that bad boy, and you'll trigger some pyrotechnics. Anyone dumb enough to run through the lights gets a fiery surprise, which is perfect for thinning the herd. Just be ready for anything; Infected can still try to sneak onto the stage from the roof, or pop out from the windows near the bleachers. Stay sharp!

Here comes a Tank! These guys are tough, so you need to hit it hard and fast. Throw everything you've got at it – Fireworks, Molotovs, anything to slow it down and deal damage. Once that Tank and its epic guitar solo are done, expect another wave of regular Infected. You'll have to deal with them and any new Tanks that show up, so be ready to repeat the process. If things get hairy and you need a quick heal, the break in the action is a good time to pop a Medkit.

Listen up, the helicopter is your ticket out! Pay close attention to where it appears. If you see it fly in from the left side of the stage, it's going to land on the right bleachers. If it comes from the right, it'll land on the left bleachers. Basically, it always lands on the opposite side from where it enters. Your goal is to get up onto those bleachers and make the jump to the chopper!

Survival Tips:

• The Stage: This is your primary stronghold. It's usually packed with supplies, so it's a great place to make your stand.
• The Bleachers: If you decide to hold out on the bleachers, make sure to deploy some Ammo Packs. It helps even the playing field, especially when Tanks are involved. You can usually spot Tanks from a distance when you're up there, giving you a heads-up.