Abstract: Get ready to hunt the Borderlands for loot as you embark on a series of quests in this run and gun FPS and RPG hybrid. It is capturing a lot of attention in the games media so is it worthy? Find out in our review. FPS and RPGThere have been a few atte...
Satisfying gunplay, Tons of weapons, shields, and helpful items, Four unique and equally funtoplay characters, Distinct, appealing artistic style, Great system of rewards.
Lonelier, slowerpaced for a solo player, Massively unsatisfying "climax", Lackluster loot sharing system.
Fun combat and a steady flow of rewards make this journey a massively enjoyable one, especially with some fellow mercenaries along for the ride. ...
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Published: 2009-10-30, Author: Chris , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: On the hostile, bandit-ridden planet of Pandora, there is one thing that draws off-world attention: The Vault. This mysterious alien structure is rumored to hold treasures of fantastic power and wealth, and so it attracts fortune-seeking corporations a...
Abstract: With all the pre-release hype, everyone was comparing this game to Fallout 3 and at the time, it seemed like a fair comparison, but after playing Borderlands, it was clear that these two games just don’t compare. At a glance they have a lot of similari...
Abstract: IntroductionYou’re a mercenary. You have your reasons for coming to this god-forsaken planet, but those plans changed when a mysterious woman contacted you. She tells you the legendary vault hidden somewhere amongst the wastelands of Pandora is real. S...
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Published: 2009-10-26, Author: Anthony , review by: gamespy.com
Lots of quests; lots of loot; great-looking world with quirky characters.
The storyline isn't told especially well; RPG elements aren't all that deep; AI is pretty dumb.
Abstract: I hadn't gotten very far in Borderlands when I realized Gearbox Software really did manage to combine first person shooter and RPG without quite nearly the compromise we've seen in other developers' efforts. With the spin and click of a revolver's cha...
Abstract: Borderlands is almost here, and judging from the constant messages, insults, and death threats I've gotten in the last few weeks as I've been playing it on Steam, I would consider it eagerly anticipated. As I was driving to work the other day, I heard...
Abstract: Weve known about Borderlands for some time now, but details on Gearboxs co-op focussed shooter have been scant, despite the obvious promise shown by previous FPS creations from the Texan developer.
