Borderlands: The Secret Armory of General Knoxx

 PC
Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Eurogamer
    90
    The truth is, when it comes to DLC, nobody is doing this stuff as well as Gearbox's team at the moment.
  2. IGN
    88
    This is by far the best of the three add-ons for the core game, and the most fun I had since I completed the main game last year.
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    88
    The Secret Armory of General Knoxx shows how DLC packs should be done. It raises the level cap from 50 to 61, it is extremely challenging, and it offers violent, yet addictive, item hunting. Most delightful of all, the tongue-in-cheek humor is kicked into high gear. Simply put: The Secret Armory of General Knoxx delivers on all fronts. This add-on is a must-have for every self-respecting Borderlands player. [Apr 2010]
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  5. AtomicGamer
    85
    If you've been looking for a good reason to re-enter Pandora and start looting and shooting again, spending ten bucks on The Secret Armory of General Knoxx is about as good a reason as you're likely to find.
  6. 3DJuegos
    85
    The Secret Armory of General Knoxx does a great job of both extending the Borderlands gameplay and bringing new elements like creatures, weapons and the new level cap.
  7. Games Master UK
    85
    The best DLC available for Borderlands - An absolute must-buy for fans. [May 2010, p.83]
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  8. Giant Bomb
    80
    Between the core missions and the side stuff, you could easily spend another 10 hours or more going through General Knoxx.

Awards & Rankings

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#9 Best PC Game of 2010
98
#98 Most Discussed PC Game of 2010

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 107 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 107
  2. Mixed: 38 out of 107
  3. Negative: 13 out of 107
  1. JimCorbett
    Sep 1, 2012
    6
    Decent DLC. It has the most content of the 4 by far but also suffers from the most bugs and glitches. FPS will drop dramatically throughoutDecent DLC. It has the most content of the 4 by far but also suffers from the most bugs and glitches. FPS will drop dramatically throughout about 50% of the levels which completely kills gameplay. The new weapons,areas, missions, and storyline are all great though. It would be the best DLC if only it were able to be played with a stable FPS.… Full Review »
  2. Ciocolici
    Jul 31, 2023
    7
    "The Secret Armory of General Knoxx" DLC for Borderlands is undoubtedly quite enjoyable, but I must admit that I didn't find it as mindblowing"The Secret Armory of General Knoxx" DLC for Borderlands is undoubtedly quite enjoyable, but I must admit that I didn't find it as mindblowing as some others claim it to be.

    Compared to the "The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned" DLC, "The Secret Armory of General Knoxx" offers a lengthier experience with an alright story, though it didn't quite grip me as much as I had hoped. Nevertheless, one of the major highlights of this DLC is the significant roles played by Scooter and Athena, which adds a big plus to the overall experience.

    One standout feature of this DLC is the formidable boss challenge it presents. This boss can only be beaten in a group of four players and requires you to be at a high level. It offers a thrilling and intense encounter that provides a considerable test of your skills.

    Moreover, "The Secret Armory of General Knoxx" is a must-play for anyone looking to venture beyond Playthrough 2. Beating this DLC enables level scaling, which greatly enhances the replay value and extends the enjoyment of the game.

    All in all, while it may not have left me mindblown, I genuinely enjoyed "The Secret Armory of General Knoxx." It provides a nice and satisfying experience overall, especially with the presence of beloved characters and the challenging boss battles. If you're a dedicated Borderlands player looking to expand your adventure and delve deeper into the world of Pandora, this DLC is definitely worth a go.    … Full Review »
  3. pawq
    Sep 8, 2022
    6
    Similar to The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned, the story of The Secret Armory of General Knoxx seemed a bit more fun and interesting than that ofSimilar to The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned, the story of The Secret Armory of General Knoxx seemed a bit more fun and interesting than that of the main game (General Knoxx himself was hilarious), but it's still far from impressive. The gameplay is still pretty repeatable and grindy, and the added maps are way too big for the amount of included content, kinda as if they gave way more resources to the map design team than the quest and npc design teams. Also, when starting the game, you always get spawned in the same central location, so each time you quit the game you'll have to spend ages to get back where you were before.… Full Review »
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