Borderlands: The Handsome Collection

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  1. Allthat
    Mar 24, 2015
    9
    It's the award wining Borderlands 2 in 1080p plus the Borderlands: Pre-sequel also in 1080p with all the DLC included, all for the price of one game. That in my opinion is a steal. Go get this game, there is no reason not to. Also the new four player split screen is way better than anyone expected. It is truly a very handsome collection.
  2. Maspain8707
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    These are high quality remakes of great games, that also happen to include a TON of DLC for the price of one game. If you also take into account the sheer amount of game play to be had hours-wise, this is a steal. Especially if you haven't already played the originals. Hard to argue with that for 60 bucks.
  3. Dethbringerx
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    This is a great Value, there is not another game out there that can compete with the amount of content here, its well over 200+ hours and that just the first play through. I already owned the previous games on the 360, you can transfer your saves to the XBone, which is great so you can continue your characters. the same applies to ps3 to ps4.
  4. Lukestrn
    Apr 6, 2015
    10
    This is a great remake for the next gen consoles. Graphics and mechanics are sharper and more fluent. DLC is massive and countless hours can be spent in this classic series.
  5. Sneaky-Iguana
    Apr 3, 2015
    9
    This game is priceless for anyone who havent played borderlands before. Incredibly replayable and enjoying but have some minor technical problems which keeps it from being ''Perfect''
  6. gamingfanatic
    Apr 8, 2015
    8
    A month ago if you asked me about Borderlands i would say something like oh no i ain't going near those games or they are not for me but playing this game has really opened my eyes to this franchise and it has got me interested and wanted to learn more about the franchise and knowing that a Borderlands 3 is on the way sounds very promising to me.

    Next-gen enhanced games Borderlands    A month ago if you asked me about Borderlands i would say something like oh no i ain't going near those games or they are not for me but playing this game has really opened my eyes to this franchise and it has got me interested and wanted to learn more about the franchise and knowing that a Borderlands 3 is on the way sounds very promising to me.

    Next-gen enhanced games Borderlands 2/Pre-Sequel are so much fun to play and is definitely worth taking the time to play especially if you are a fan of the franchise who loves going back to play them all again. co-op missions are enjoyable and even going solo is just as great. I would definitely say buy this game but just make sure that it is the sort of thing that you want as Borderlands is very unique style in my opinion, something never really seen anywhere else. Had a few technical issue plus couple glitches but apart from that a great game!    … Expand
  7. Grubstep
    Jan 9, 2016
    10
    Borderlands 2 and The Pre-Sequel were both amazing games with a ton of content even more with DLC added. This year Gearbox made the excellent choice to remaster them and move them to next gen consoles in one package.
    The gameplay is excellent and never slows down with you constantly being shot at and finding loot everywhere.
    I remember the stories being great. The sound design is great    Borderlands 2 and The Pre-Sequel were both amazing games with a ton of content even more with DLC added. This year Gearbox made the excellent choice to remaster them and move them to next gen consoles in one package.
    The gameplay is excellent and never slows down with you constantly being shot at and finding loot everywhere.
    I remember the stories being great.
    The sound design is great with solid voice acting and great music.
    The lasting appeal is HUGE with this game. The game comes with all the DLC for both remasters. You could easily sink over 100 hours into Borderlands 2 by playing through the game with every Vault Hunter and then you get the Pre-Sequel included and all of this for 60 dollars. Go out and buy this game.    … Expand
  8. smushkush
    Sep 7, 2015
    8
    Love Borderlands, and Borderlands 2 , hands down have gotten endless hours of playtime of the game. But Borderlands : TPS completely dropped the ball. The interactions just didn't have the charm of the first two installments. Also extremely frustrating that we paid for the PS3 versions, only to have the Handsome Collection for PS4 get released with no warning. At least they let us portLove Borderlands, and Borderlands 2 , hands down have gotten endless hours of playtime of the game. But Borderlands : TPS completely dropped the ball. The interactions just didn't have the charm of the first two installments. Also extremely frustrating that we paid for the PS3 versions, only to have the Handsome Collection for PS4 get released with no warning. At least they let us port our characters, but I feel that this was a total money grab. All in all, 8 stars (would be 10 without all the run around, and Borderlands 2 is a must have on all consoles).… Expand
  9. chr1so
    Oct 10, 2015
    10
    Haven't even played the pre-sequel yet but Borderlands 2 is deserving of at least a 9, and then the fact it's two games in one confirms the 10/10.
    There's a huge amount of loot, which turned me off at the start, but you end up searching for it everywhere after a while.
    I like how the enemies all have different weaknesses and therefore different guns work best on different enemies. Makes    Haven't even played the pre-sequel yet but Borderlands 2 is deserving of at least a 9, and then the fact it's two games in one confirms the 10/10.
    There's a huge amount of loot, which turned me off at the start, but you end up searching for it everywhere after a while.
    I like how the enemies all have different weaknesses and therefore different guns work best on different enemies. Makes it more interesting.
    Definitely a winner for anyone who hasn't played it on last gen already    … Expand
  10. itchipod
    Dec 25, 2017
    10
    Very bang for the buck. Lots of content, no cash-grabs, and a large hours of playtime waiting for you.
  11. Mac2311
    Jun 20, 2017
    10
    I'm writing this review about the true gem in this collection and that's Borderlands 2. The pre-sequel was horrible and can go unplayed and you are still getting a ton of bang for your buck.

    Destiny be damned. This is a more fun looting world to live in. the story and characters are so well put together you can actually feel the love and care the creators felt for them. It's wild fun    I'm writing this review about the true gem in this collection and that's Borderlands 2. The pre-sequel was horrible and can go unplayed and you are still getting a ton of bang for your buck.

    Destiny be damned. This is a more fun looting world to live in. the story and characters are so well put together you can actually feel the love and care the creators felt for them.

    It's wild fun to play. a large game already then adding 4 large DLCs onto it has made this world deep, complex, and interesting.

    The replay value alone is insane. its been roughly 7 years since it came out on last gen consoles and still to this day I still play it quite a bit.

    I just take it as the Pre-sequel got put on the disk on accident. feel free to completely ignore it.    … Expand
  12. Thegodfatherson
    Apr 1, 2015
    10
    We all wanted a nextgen Borderlands. Well, Borderlands 3 couldn't make it to the party, but last year's The Pre Sequel calmed my itch of looting and grinding, but I wanted to play on my PS4 with better controls and graphics rather than on my Xbox 360. Borderlands: The Handsome Collection is the answer to that. You get Borderlands, Borderlands 2, All the DLC for both games, and The PreWe all wanted a nextgen Borderlands. Well, Borderlands 3 couldn't make it to the party, but last year's The Pre Sequel calmed my itch of looting and grinding, but I wanted to play on my PS4 with better controls and graphics rather than on my Xbox 360. Borderlands: The Handsome Collection is the answer to that. You get Borderlands, Borderlands 2, All the DLC for both games, and The Pre Sequel. That for a good value and they are all HD Remastered versions made for nextgen consoles. Seriously, I loved it, it was like a wet dream for me. I love the characters, story and the brilliant shooter mechanics. It was a privilege to get back to Pandora and the Moon and blow **** up and grind for loot. I spent more than 50 hours in Borderlands 2 and to do that on PS4 again, but in a better condition.....Unbelievably Awesome. I loved it. If you haven't experienced Borderlands before, these two versions are the best way to play them currently. With all the awesome DLC, 3 full games, remastered. This is a Borderlands lover's dream and you should play it if you have a PS4. Totally worth it. Gearbox hits the right notes each time with a release.… Expand
  13. MultiJWalking
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    First of all, for the amount of money you're paying, its like stealing. I almost feel bad about buying this game. Not only do you get all the DLC for Borderlands 2 but also the Season Pass for upcoming DLC for The Pre-Sequal. Adding hundreds of hours to the already jam-packed-with-things-to-do game. This is a must buy if you haven't played a borderland game.
  14. NavyBean
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    Bozos give this a negative review because it doesn't meet some EXACTING standard that they don't even apply to themselves in life. Two games and all the DLC for one price. Your diaper is full and your homework is due. Make a change.
  15. Rox22
    May 1, 2015
    7
    Don't get me wrong, I adore the Borderlands games. Heck, I bought BL2 on the 360, PS3 and again with the Handsome collection just so I could play it again on the PS4.

    If you have never played BL2 and BL:TPS then this collection is a mandatory purchase. Two excellent games plus ALL the DLC make it the best collection ever in terms of sheer content, even at full retail price. With that    Don't get me wrong, I adore the Borderlands games. Heck, I bought BL2 on the 360, PS3 and again with the Handsome collection just so I could play it again on the PS4.

    If you have never played BL2 and BL:TPS then this collection is a mandatory purchase. Two excellent games plus ALL the DLC make it the best collection ever in terms of sheer content, even at full retail price.

    With that said, if you played these games on the last gen systems, then the next gen versions are almost exactly the same. There is no new content, like next gen exclusive content which is surprising as that would have made the collection more enticing to those still on the fence. Sure the local 4 player co-op is a nice addition but mostly needless at this point. Why play split screen (squinting at your corner of the screen and trying not to get distracted by what's happening in the other corners) when you can just join games online and enjoy the entirety of your screen.

    The next issue I wish to address are the visuals. BL:TPS does look a bit nicer on the PS4 than it did on the PS3, but not by much. BL2 however does not look better at all, at least not in anyway noticeable. In fact, the "cut scenes" look a little worse, as if the port to the PS4 wasn't agreeing with them. Basically the PS4 version of BL2 is a slightly inferior port of its PS3/XB360 counterparts in terms of visuals.

    Individually, each game retains the same scores they got on the last gen, not to mention I am glad these games got a PS4 release as that will keep the franchise relevant to those whose first console is a PS4 or X-1, that and it gave me a solid reason to play through these games again. However, due to the lack of innovation and the sub par BL2 port I do feel I need to penalize the Handsome collection's overall score.

    Overall:
    Borderlands: The Handsome Collection was still just as fun to play on the current gen consoles as it was on the last, I was just really disappointed that it is essentially just a flat out port and didn't really do anything new (I don't count the local 4 player co-op as I see that as a new feature, not new content.)    … Expand
  16. NickWiser
    Mar 24, 2015
    9
    This game is seriously a steal. I don't know how people can say that this is a gimmick for money by 2K and Gear Box. This is a present for Borderlands fans and an incredible experience for players new to the Borderlands collection. As others have stated, all the DLC's plus cross saves between systems? This game is a huge steal. Referring to the launch date's of these games, this is overThis game is seriously a steal. I don't know how people can say that this is a gimmick for money by 2K and Gear Box. This is a present for Borderlands fans and an incredible experience for players new to the Borderlands collection. As others have stated, all the DLC's plus cross saves between systems? This game is a huge steal. Referring to the launch date's of these games, this is over $200 worth of content. I imagine people will easily spend over 200 hours between the two games as well. I have beaten Borderlands 2 on the PS3, and unfortunately sold my PS3, forgetting to keep my saved data. Regardless, I am still going to play through BL2 again. I played the original Borderlands on the MacBook a few weeks ago prior to The Handsome Collection's release. Now, the only game that I haven't played is the Pre-Sequel and I look forward to spending time on that. Also, I have never played any of the BL2 DLC's and now I have all of them right at my fingertips! Borderlands is an incredible collection that every FPS, RPG, and console fan needs to get their hands on. Due to the lack of sufficient games released this year for the PS4, I don't see how anybody can be complaining. But hey, to each his own! All I know is that I'm going to have a blast playing this series. So much content packed into such a little disk. Thank you 2K and Gear Box for bringing this wonderful series to next gen consoles. Now all I have to do is figure out how I'm going to manage my time between The Handsome Collection and Bloodborne!… Expand
  17. Ghoster
    Apr 3, 2015
    10
    That games was awesome on PC, but unplayable on PS3 and Vita because of bad FOV and FPS. With high resolution and good FPS this game become fully playable on consoles! Pre-Sequel is not good as B2, but hope they will fix everything and make B3 truly awesome!
  18. SkipTheCutscene
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Probably the most fun to be had on a next gen console. This game gets everything right. The graphics may not have the resolution and fidelity as Destiny, but the art direction is better. The acting and voice overs in Borderlands blow every other game out of the water (especially Peter Dinklage's monotonous droning on in Destiny.) Didn't realize this was gonna be an anti-Destiny rant when IProbably the most fun to be had on a next gen console. This game gets everything right. The graphics may not have the resolution and fidelity as Destiny, but the art direction is better. The acting and voice overs in Borderlands blow every other game out of the water (especially Peter Dinklage's monotonous droning on in Destiny.) Didn't realize this was gonna be an anti-Destiny rant when I started - and frankly, I LIKE Destiny... but Borderlands is better in just about every way. It's easier to get into a multiplayer game unlike certain aspects of Destiny which just don't work for lone wolf types looking to get into a game with strangers. Overall, there's just way more creativity involved in Borderlands; the art, the writing, the acting, the guns - oh, man, the guns! Overall, an absolutely essential title for every next gen console owner.… Expand
  19. Trunks252
    Mar 25, 2015
    9
    I reviewed the original versions of these games and had few negative things to say. This collection is worth over $200, so the value here is astounding. The visuals are noticeably better, with a higher resolution and fps to boot. There's also more gameplay features, such as 4 player split screen. All things considered, any Borderlands fan would be happy to own this. This is also a greatI reviewed the original versions of these games and had few negative things to say. This collection is worth over $200, so the value here is astounding. The visuals are noticeably better, with a higher resolution and fps to boot. There's also more gameplay features, such as 4 player split screen. All things considered, any Borderlands fan would be happy to own this. This is also a great place for newcomers to start. Just read up on the plot of the first game.… Expand
  20. TheFrostyPen
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    Giving a review score of ZERO means you think the game literally is unplayable garbage to the max. So if you have been ABLE to play a game for more than 1 continuous minute without a crash...then it at least deserves a 1. But no, these immature boys and girls are rating emotionally and giving ZERO scores. Here is a tip: Nobody cares that your personal panties are in a bunch. Try ratingGiving a review score of ZERO means you think the game literally is unplayable garbage to the max. So if you have been ABLE to play a game for more than 1 continuous minute without a crash...then it at least deserves a 1. But no, these immature boys and girls are rating emotionally and giving ZERO scores. Here is a tip: Nobody cares that your personal panties are in a bunch. Try rating intelligently instead of trying to hurt the devs emotionally with your throw up.… Expand
  21. MCzar
    Mar 24, 2015
    9
    This game is a great idea. For fans of the series, they can play it all for less and on next-gen. For people who have never played either games in this bundle, it is not only an amazing deal, but hours and hours of good content. My personal opinion on both games are 8.5/10 for Borderlands 2 and 7/10 for the Pre-Sequel, but the DLC's and the price make up for all the mistakes. A must buy.
  22. daiksa
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    2 games with all of the DLC for the Price of one, 1080p and 60fps in nearly all aspects. Two game sthat received great reviews upon initial release... 10/10 all the way. Great gameplay. Good story. Awesome characters! Love this game!
  23. DSouls_guy
    Apr 10, 2015
    10
    Borderlands 2 was my game of the year when I first got it on launch day on ps3 and xbox 360, I played bl2 forever and now that it's available for ps4 with 60fps and 1080p native and all dlc and bl PR-S I'm sold..this is a much needed update for an already ground breaking series and is really worth the 60 price tag. I I haven't played the prequel yet so i'm not sure about how that is butBorderlands 2 was my game of the year when I first got it on launch day on ps3 and xbox 360, I played bl2 forever and now that it's available for ps4 with 60fps and 1080p native and all dlc and bl PR-S I'm sold..this is a much needed update for an already ground breaking series and is really worth the 60 price tag. I I haven't played the prequel yet so i'm not sure about how that is but i'm sure its good.… Expand
  24. rtfmoz
    Mar 29, 2015
    9
    I own the PC version of this game and loved it there. But bringing it to the console in this way is the next level. Not only do we have two games but every single extra that was ever made will be included with them. I have never heard of half of these extras and am looking forward to exploring what they are in this complete edition of both games. Its really is a must for the gamers shelfI own the PC version of this game and loved it there. But bringing it to the console in this way is the next level. Not only do we have two games but every single extra that was ever made will be included with them. I have never heard of half of these extras and am looking forward to exploring what they are in this complete edition of both games. Its really is a must for the gamers shelf and this is why...

    Borderlands 2 is fantastic, smooth and glorious in its faithful reproduction of the original. Having all the DLC rolled in brings extra character options which you may not have ever seen before. If you are new to the franchise you cannot go wrong with this title, its brings the genius of 2K games leading title to the big screen with all the laid back humor that comes with it. It is essentially a first person shooter with a storyline that doesn't take itself too seriously. For all that, it is widely considered one of the best FPS multiplayer experiences in the market today. The split screen is a nice feature but its the online multiplayer with your friends who can co-op into your game at any time that steals the show.

    For those who have the game and have played it, like myself, its a complete set of the game you know and love. Borderlands 2 looks magnificent on the big screen and there are a lot of options now with the DLC's thrown in. Many of which you have probably never seen. The Pre Sequel is also smooth as silk on the PS4 platform and with future DLC's rolled in you are pretty much setup for the ultimate FPS multiplayer mayhem from the comfort of your lounge room. Borderlands with DTS sound and crystal clear picture on the large screen is really an experience. But if you don't like the up front price then wait a few months and pick it up on sale for 1/3 less. It certainly is a game you will be coming back to because there is always something you have yet to find in this game with easter eggs peppered throughout the series... it's full of stars!

    In regards to the original Borderlands, 2K have said that if this edition proves to be a commercial success then they may well remaster the first game of the series. So this is like a toe in the water so to speak.    … Expand
  25. ctn1187
    Mar 31, 2015
    8
    Missed the boat on the older generations. Never played them on my ps3. I have a ps4 now and have been gaming much more. Just bought Last of Us, Bloodborne, GTA V, and this. Really digging the game so far. It's definitely a fun game with lots to do and the girl at the store wasn't kidding. Really seems like I got my money's worth with all of the DLC.
  26. CoreGamer1408
    May 20, 2020
    7
    Two games and a lot of DLC all in one package. Borderlands 2 was a fun, wild, wacky sociable shooter looter. With loads of silly characters and silly dialogue. Oh and having one of the best villains in video gaming history to hate on really helped. This game really shines as co-op PvE experience. Easy to jump in and out with a very simple gameplay structure. The missions, maps, leveling,Two games and a lot of DLC all in one package. Borderlands 2 was a fun, wild, wacky sociable shooter looter. With loads of silly characters and silly dialogue. Oh and having one of the best villains in video gaming history to hate on really helped. This game really shines as co-op PvE experience. Easy to jump in and out with a very simple gameplay structure. The missions, maps, leveling, shooting, looting and driving mechanics all work together very well. I have played B2 to its conclusion on 360, PC and now PS4. One of the most fun repayable games I have ever played in co-op, but in solo mode not so much.

    Shame the Presequel is such a tryhard wannabe. Yeah it looks a prettier game, but that is about all it has got going for it.    … Expand
  27. Gamexpert
    Mar 24, 2015
    10
    What should i say about this...
    At first i like to tell to everyone who is complaining about the missng Borderlands 1 , this right here is enough material for a full price.
    It looks quite a bit better than before, and with all those DLC, there is so much to do.
    10/10 is not enough, this is a Must-Buy Collection everyone should have. :)
  28. spddrcr
    Mar 26, 2015
    5
    If I was reviewing this game on the game play alone it would no doubt get a 10 but as a remaster this game barely breaks a 5. where to start? like others have pointed out the PC version of borderlands 2 goes on sale all the time for under 10 bucks. the pre sequel has been down to the 15 dollar range as well.
    The pre sequel has some stuttering issues on the xbox 1. the anti aliasing is    If I was reviewing this game on the game play alone it would no doubt get a 10 but as a remaster this game barely breaks a 5. where to start? like others have pointed out the PC version of borderlands 2 goes on sale all the time for under 10 bucks. the pre sequel has been down to the 15 dollar range as well.
    The pre sequel has some stuttering issues on the xbox 1. the anti aliasing is horrible and the frame rate lags even in single player. So far my experience with borderlands 2 has been good as it is playable and there is no laggy frame rate issues.
    But with that said the actual back-end of the game is a mess. transferring saves doesn't work as it was supposed to. I have over 2600 hours into borderlands 2 on the 360 alone and was kind of pissed to find my B.A.R. didn't transfer over neither did my 100+ golden keys.
    the game interface wasn't really that big of a deal to me, but i can see where others are upset. paying 60 bucks for what is basically a scaled down PC version is kinda lame on gearboxes part. but i guess this just wouldn't be a gearbox game if there wasn't some sort of deceit bundled in.    … Expand
  29. Denzelco
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    BUY it! with the price of this game $59.99 your crazy not to buy it. Borderlands The Handsome Collection comes with Borderlands 2 and borderlands the pre-sequel with every DLC ever released this would be cost $399 for $59.99 you are getting everything. Borderlands T.H.C gets a 10/10
  30. ChiaFetus
    Mar 25, 2015
    6
    Meh. Everyone who is saying this is a steal has never had the opportunity to buy the GOTY edition on steam for less than 10 bucks. I got two copies, so me and my kid and wife could play. It doesn't look bad, but I certainly don't think it's worth 60 bucks. The anti aliasing is pretty rough on the PS4 edition and the lack of PhysX also kind of sucks. I really enjoy the Borderlands series,Meh. Everyone who is saying this is a steal has never had the opportunity to buy the GOTY edition on steam for less than 10 bucks. I got two copies, so me and my kid and wife could play. It doesn't look bad, but I certainly don't think it's worth 60 bucks. The anti aliasing is pretty rough on the PS4 edition and the lack of PhysX also kind of sucks. I really enjoy the Borderlands series, but this should have been $49.99 or below.… Expand
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82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 49 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 49
  3. Negative: 0 out of 49
  1. CD-Action
    Jun 29, 2015
    80
    A good port, but just a port – there’s no new content here and the visuals haven’t changed since the original PC versions. [06/2015, p.61]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jun 1, 2015
    70
    If you can look past its flaw you'll find a bundle with more charisma and creativity than most on PS4. [June 2015, p.91]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    May 26, 2015
    90
    Amazing value for newbies and borderline amazing to look at for veterans, this has a little something for everybody. [May 2015, p82]
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