Borderlands 2
Release Date: September 18, 2012
Action, FPP, science fiction, post-apocalypse, FPS, humorous, co-op, role-playing shooter, looter shooter, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet, LAN
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A first-person shooter with cRPG features and a sequel to the 2009’s hit. Gearbox Software studio once again managed the development, with the publishing support of 2K Games company. The game’s story is set some time after the events of first part. This time the players will face Handsome Jack, a self-proclaimed dictator of Pandora.
Last Update: October 1, 2012
Borderlands 2 Game Guide
The guide to Borderlands 2 contains a richly-illustrated walkthrough of the main story, as well as side missions. Beginners will also find a handful of hints, thanks to which they will learn the basics of the game.
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Videos and Screens
[1:00] Borderlands 2 PSV version trailer
[2:24] Borderlands 2 Game of the Year Edition trailer
Destructoid: 8.5 / 10 by Allistair Pinsof
If you are up for a good laugh while shooting things in the face, Borderlands 2 is a worthy game to add to your collection. Soon enough, you'll see numbers popping above people's heads in real life and will feel compelled to search every Porta Potty on the street for cash.
DualShockers: 9.5 / 10 by Paul LaCen
Borderlands 2 is easily the most replay value you’re going to get out of a game that isn’t an MMO.
PCMag: 4 / 5 by Will Greenwald
Borderlands 2 goes further than its predecessor in fun, humor, and scope, and if you value exploration and leveling up as much as shooting people, this is the perfect game for you.
The main pros of the game
- Engaging Gameplay and Gunplay: Players consistently praise the gunplay mechanics and the overall gameplay experience, highlighting the fun and addictive nature of the shooting and looting system.
- Strong Humor and Characters: The humor, particularly through the character of Handsome Jack, is a standout feature. Many users appreciate the quirky dialogues and memorable characters that add depth to the experience.
- Diverse Loot System: The game offers a vast array of weapons with different stats and effects, creating excitement around loot collection and character builds.
- High Replayability: With multiple character classes and skill trees, players enjoy the variety in playstyles and the ability to replay the game with different characters.
- Excellent Co-op Experience: The game shines in multiplayer mode, with many reviews emphasizing how much more enjoyable it is to play with friends.
- Vibrant Art Style: The cel-shaded graphics and unique visual style are well-received, giving the game a distinct and appealing look.
The main cons of the game
- Repetitive Gameplay: Some players noted that the gameplay can become repetitive over time, with similar quests and enemy types leading to a feeling of monotony.
- Simplistic Story: While the humor and characters are praised, the overall narrative is often described as basic and not particularly deep.
- Navigation Issues: Users mentioned that the menus can be cumbersome to navigate, which can detract from the experience.
- AI and Enemy Scaling Issues: Some reviews pointed out inconsistencies in enemy AI and scaling, particularly when playing solo, leading to frustrating encounters.
- Technical Issues: A few players experienced bugs or crashes, particularly related to graphics settings and performance on modern systems.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- More RPG Elements: Some users expressed a desire for additional RPG features, such as romance options, property purchasing, or deeper character interactions.
- Enhanced Difficulty Options: Players noted that while the game can be easy, especially in co-op, they wished for more challenging content or better scaling for solo players.
- Quality of Life Improvements: Suggestions included a better fast travel system, the ability to reroll quest rewards, and improvements to the in-game UI for easier navigation.
- More Variety in Missions: Some players felt that side missions could be more engaging and less formulaic, with a desire for more unique and varied quest designs.
Summary
- Overall, Borderlands 2 is celebrated for its fun gameplay, humor, and cooperative experience, while some players wish for deeper RPG elements and improvements to certain gameplay mechanics.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 3657 votes. 919 players anticipated the game.
Borderlands 2 Description
Borderlands 2 for PC, PS3 and etc. is the sequel of a successful game from 2009 which received an acclaim from both critics and players. The second installment in the series was created by Gearbox Software Studios, and again it combines first-person shooter with RPG elements of games like Diablo. Just like the previous game, this one too includes a co-op mode.
Story
In the second part of the series you return to Pandora planet to see its previously unexplored regions that hide many secrets of the Borderlands universe. The story takes off shortly after the first one left. This time the bad gay is Handsome Jack, who, after claiming credit for the heroes’ achievements from the first game for himself, purchased the largest weapon manufacturer, Hyperion company, and declared himself the dictator of Pandora. Our aim is to curb his tyranny, which is, however, presented in a humorous way.
Gameplay
In the game you can meet the old heroes, but this time Mordecai, Lilith, and Brick appear only as side characters. The developers did not take the easy way out, so they prepared four new characters to choose from. They are: Salvador, Maya, Zero, and Axton. Together with new protagonists come new character classes. The Gunzerker can use two weapons at the same time, and takes the role of a tank. The Commando can be assisted by an automatic turret, which can be developed and gain access to new abilities. When it comes to the Assassin, he specializes in taking enemies by surprise – he sets traps and generally keeps low profile. There is also the Siren class in Borderlands 2, which, although existed in the previous game, now received completely new skills.
Weapon system – the distinctive feature of the first game – was completely remade. The developers from Gearbox Software created all weapons from scratch, and ascribed them to particular manufacturers. Unlike in the first game, in Borderlands 2 for PC, PS3 and etc. guns not only differ in statistics, but also in the look and way they work. Also, the game’s world was substantially modified. Pandora no longer consists of desert landscapes only. Instead, a variety of environments, such as cold tundra, jungles, or rocky hills, are present in the game.
Game modes
Still, the pinnacle of Borderlands 2 for PC, PS3 and etc. is the co-op mode. It allows four people to play together online or via local network. The creators designed gameplay so that the presence of other players opened access to new tactics. Some of the challenges are available only for groups.
Last updated on August 14, 2015
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Borderlands Series
Set in a science fiction universe, the series of first-person looter shooters. The series was created by Gearbox Software studio, with support from development teams such as Demiurge Studios, Shadows in Darkness, Darkside Games and Telltale Games, among others. Its publisher, meanwhile, is 2K Games.
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Borderlands 2 Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows September 18, 2012
PlayStation Vita May 13, 2014
PlayStation 3 September 18, 2012
Xbox 360 September 18, 2012
Developer: Gearbox Software / Blind Squirrel Entertainment (PS3)
Publisher: 2K Games
Borderlands 2 System Requirements
PC / Windows
Recommended: Core i5 2.3 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB (GeForce GTX 560 or better), 20 GB HDD, Windows XP (SP3)/Vista/7, Internet connection
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