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Learn how to use Voice Commands in Left 4 Dead 2, including the Orders (Z) and Replies (X) menus, and their specific phrases.

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Learn how to use Voice Commands in Left 4 Dead 2, including the Orders (Z) and Replies (X) menus, and their specific phrases.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Press and hold the Voice Command key (default Z for Orders, X for Replies).
  2. 2
    Point at the desired quote on the menu using your mouse.
  3. 3
    Release the key to speak the selected phrase.
  4. 4
    To cancel a Voice Command, right-click.

Voice Commands - Orders Menu:

  • Centre: "Look!"
  • North: "Let's Go!"
  • Northeast: "You take the lead"
  • East: "Hurry!"
  • Southeast: "Nice Job!"
  • South: "Wait here!"
  • Southwest: "I'll save you!"
  • West: "Be Careful!"
  • NorthWest: "I'm with you!"

Voice Commands - Replies:

  • Centre: "Ready?"
  • North: "Laugh"
  • Northeast: "Taunt"
  • East: "Argh!"
  • Southeast: "No"
  • South: "Sorry"
  • Southwest: "Yes"
  • West: "Hurrah!"
  • NorthWest: "Thank you"

Characters will also say various other things when certain actions occur. Some of these are scripted in the Campaigns.

Tips
  • Characters will automatically say scripted lines during Campaigns.
  • Practice using the menus to quickly select commands in tense situations.

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