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Borderlands
By Feral Interactive, released 1 Jan 2009
- Microsoft Windows
- PlayStation 3
- macOS
- looter shooter
- video game with LGBT character
- first-person shooter
What it is
Borderlands is a first-person shooter with role-playing elements, developed by Feral Interactive and set on the lawless planet Pandora. Players take the role of one of four mercenaries searching for a legendary cache of alien technology called the Vault. Its combat combines shooting with character progression, and play can be solo or cooperative for up to four players online. The listed features include multiplayer, co-op, achievements, partial controller support, Steam Cloud and Family Sharing. The description also calls out a broad range of weapons and vehicle combat. Listed content includes The Zombie Island of Doctor Ned and Mad Moxxi’s Underdome Riot. Steam genres are Action and RPG. The entry gives 2009 as its year, while the Steam release date is Aug 31, 2023. Its listed platforms include Windows, PlayStation 3 and macOS, while Steam lists Windows.
What players like, and what they don't
- Online co-op supports up to four players.
- Can be played solo.
- Character progression accompanies shooter combat.
- Steam Cloud and Family Sharing are supported.
- Steam lists only Windows.
- Controller support is partial.
Who it suits
It suits players who want a shooter with character progression, a solo option and cooperative play for up to four people. Its weapon variety and vehicle combat may appeal to action-focused groups.
Borderlands blends first-person combat and character progression, with solo and four-player cooperative options. Players should note that the broader platform listing includes macOS and PlayStation 3, while Steam specifies Windows.
