Borderlands 2

 PlayStation Vita
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 379 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 55 out of 379
  3. Negative: 53 out of 379
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  1. The_Green_Hood
    May 26, 2014
    7
    Borderlands 2 is an excellent example of what is called a flawed masterpiece. Yes, there are no shadows, yes there are frame-rate dips, and yes the enemies explode instead of just dropping dead. we can live without shadows, and the frame-rate could probably be fixed through a patch (They did it in Killzone Mercenary.) the exploding enemies add some more of that goofy humor the series isBorderlands 2 is an excellent example of what is called a flawed masterpiece. Yes, there are no shadows, yes there are frame-rate dips, and yes the enemies explode instead of just dropping dead. we can live without shadows, and the frame-rate could probably be fixed through a patch (They did it in Killzone Mercenary.) the exploding enemies add some more of that goofy humor the series is known for. True I did play the game for the first time on the vita, and true I did come in expecting it to be imperfect, but all in all it is an excellent game, and hopefully it can be made whole sometime in the future.… Expand
  2. Lionite
    Jun 1, 2014
    6
    This review contains a minor spoiler!

    This is a rewrite. I originally gave it 8/10 but after extended play some problems have appeared. It's still fun and very playable even with the frame rate drops but the sound issues are really bad. For example if I use my melee attack he will make a sound 3 seconds later or you pick up an audio file it wont start for about 5. The fire hawk quest    This review contains a minor spoiler!

    This is a rewrite. I originally gave it 8/10 but after extended play some problems have appeared. It's still fun and very playable even with the frame rate drops but the sound issues are really bad. For example if I use my melee attack he will make a sound 3 seconds later or you pick up an audio file it wont start for about 5. The fire hawk quest broke for me so I had to reload and do the whole dungeon again because (spoiler) Lillith wouldn't speak after I have her eridium. And even some of the cutscenes are soundless. It's still a fun game but its annoying not hearing all the great voice work which is there, but takes a while!    … Expand
  3. Deadrift666
    Apr 26, 2015
    6
    I have heard soooo many great things about bl2, and being completely new to the franchise, i decided to get the vita port considering the vita is all i have. I was fully aware of consumers complaints about the game, and i wanted to find out if it was true, or just overreaction. After playing it for some time, it was a very good game, and my only complaint is the frame rate, the thing thatI have heard soooo many great things about bl2, and being completely new to the franchise, i decided to get the vita port considering the vita is all i have. I was fully aware of consumers complaints about the game, and i wanted to find out if it was true, or just overreaction. After playing it for some time, it was a very good game, and my only complaint is the frame rate, the thing that determines whether the game is even playable or not, and frankly bl2 on vita is right on the verge of unplayable. BUT! all the console content is there, and its the entire borderlands 2 game! Overall, not bad but certainly not fantastic… Expand
  4. Trunks252
    May 15, 2014
    7
    ONLY UNDER EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD A GAME GET BELOW A 3. My god these **** idiots giving this game 0 and 1 because of some moderate performance issues piss me off. ET from the Atari deserves a 1 or a 2. Not this port of a great game.

    My score is a 10 to balance out the undeserved low scores. This game deserves a solid 7 or 8. There are framerate problems, most notable in sanctuary.    ONLY UNDER EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD A GAME GET BELOW A 3. My god these **** idiots giving this game 0 and 1 because of some moderate performance issues piss me off. ET from the Atari deserves a 1 or a 2. Not this port of a great game.

    My score is a 10 to balance out the undeserved low scores. This game deserves a solid 7 or 8. There are framerate problems, most notable in sanctuary. Luckily you will never need the frame speed high in a safe zone such as Sanctuary. The menus could be a little more responsive. Many people seem to forget that these problems also exist on consoles, although to a lesser degree.

    Other than that, I have no complaints. The controls were weird at first, but I got used to them after an hour or two, and now I'm finding it very easy to headshot and melee to my heart's content. I didn't even switch from the default scheme, either. The visuals look stunning. It is hard to even notice any downgrades, besides the initial texture loading (but that was prominent on the other versions as well). Most importantly, ALL the content of the other versions is here, plus some dlc for free.

    This is the worst version of the game. That being said, it is also portable with touch screen and gyroscope features. If you still haven't tired of the game, or own a vita and not a console or PC, this is a great purchase. If you don't like handhelds or are an elitist about performance, don't bother with this one.    … Expand
  5. maddymarie
    May 17, 2014
    6
    On Vita, Borderlands 2 is a good port of a great game.
    Borderlands 2 on Vita has it's flaws and issues -- such as framerate, texture problems, but nothing that makes the game completely unplayable. When I came across texture issues, a simple reboot of the game fixed the issue, and the framerate drops haven't been completely noticable as of yet.
    One major complaint that I have is the    On Vita, Borderlands 2 is a good port of a great game.
    Borderlands 2 on Vita has it's flaws and issues -- such as framerate, texture problems, but nothing that makes the game completely unplayable. When I came across texture issues, a simple reboot of the game fixed the issue, and the framerate drops haven't been completely noticable as of yet.
    One major complaint that I have is the shared trophy list. IGN had stated that this wouldn't have a shared trophy list, so I was under the assumption that there wouldn't be one. This is a big disappointment for me because it takes away from the replay value of the game. Another complaint is connecting to other people playing the game. I continuously get the "could not connect to host" error. It isn't an internet problem either, as I have tried on two different networks, have reset the routers and can see the other people playing online.

    Overall, Borderlands 2 on Vita is good. It's impressive to be able to explore the world of pandora in the palm of my hand. The slight framerate issues aren't that big of a problem, and the game is playable. That being said, I think that people would enjoy this more if they were new to Borderlands 2, as well as people who don't go into it comparing it to it's previously released console versions.    … Expand
  6. Flypaper
    Jun 4, 2014
    5
    I previously scored this at 8, but after playing the game for a couple of weeks, I am starting to get frustrated as the missions get longer and longer, because when the game crashes, which happens to me about once per day of play (2-4 hours per day playing), I have to start at the beginning of that level/world/mission again. If I happened to be lucky and hit a save point before crashing II previously scored this at 8, but after playing the game for a couple of weeks, I am starting to get frustrated as the missions get longer and longer, because when the game crashes, which happens to me about once per day of play (2-4 hours per day playing), I have to start at the beginning of that level/world/mission again. If I happened to be lucky and hit a save point before crashing I get to keep my loot. If not I lose everything I gained since last save. I have lost some really good loot like this. I love the game. I just hate that we got the alpha version of it. Fix the instability and I'll update my review. The framerate dips I can live with. Having to replay through an hour or more of a level and lose weapons I will never see again is frustrating as poo.… Expand
  7. nextsurething
    May 13, 2014
    7
    Borderlands 2 on the Vita is packed to the gills with content. It's amazing really, and quite the accomplishment. But what it boasts in content, it lacks in technical proficiency. The framerate often dips below 30fps, often in the larger areas or during massive firefights, but never to the point of being unplayable. The framerate takes the biggest hit in Sanctuary, hovering somewhereBorderlands 2 on the Vita is packed to the gills with content. It's amazing really, and quite the accomplishment. But what it boasts in content, it lacks in technical proficiency. The framerate often dips below 30fps, often in the larger areas or during massive firefights, but never to the point of being unplayable. The framerate takes the biggest hit in Sanctuary, hovering somewhere above 15fps. But again, these technical issues don't detract from the experience in any significant way. The controls are, for the most part, tight and responsive, and completely customizable. Framerate skips can sometimes throw off your aim, however. Many review outlets have pointed out the poor implementation of rear touchpad control, but I have to say that they're nowhere near as bad as some claim. Part of the trouble these reviewers seem to have stems from their insistence on tapping the pad; I swipe it, and could not be more pleased with the responsiveness. Unfortunately the game seems prone to freezing and crashing, particularly when questing in cooperative multiplayer. Additionally, the audio cuts out from time, the textures load somewhat sporadically, the menu screens tend toward unresponsiveness, and the load times, while not as atrocious as previously feared, are still overly long. But despite these technical drawbacks, the game is still the same zany tour of Pandora we all know and love. It's a blast, but the list of issues makes what was a great console game merely a pretty good handheld game. Still a worthwhile purchase and experience, if only for the insane amount of content. And here's hoping some of the issues get patched in future updates.… Expand
  8. raginrogue
    May 21, 2014
    7
    BL2 for the ps vita is great for what it is. Borderlands on the go. Sure there are some framerate issues and the graphics are obviously downgraded but the fun is still here. Controls take some time to get used to but I love that you can customize them. It's a solid 7, no higher no lower.
  9. MEGASUPERMAN454
    May 14, 2014
    6
    I was REALLY dissapinted over this game. Its nothing what i wanted, Random frame rate drops graphical glitches all over the place, but still the game isnt bad if you want a real FPS on your get Killzone: Mercenary runs better plays better.
  10. TBV
    May 13, 2014
    7
    It is always good when third party devs support the vita. While it is a good thing Borderlands 2 came to vita, it is not all fun and roses in the performance department. Nevertheless, this game looks great on your vita. If you can forgive that framerate, you will have a great time.

    Pros: Looks really good on the OLED screen, Borderlands on the go
    Cons; The lag makes aiming a chore
  11. Simperheve
    Jul 3, 2014
    7
    Simply put, the Vita version is the adequate port of a very good game. The game is crammed with lots of amibition and depth to make sure the Vita version can have all the same content as the Ps3 version, but that comes at a cost to the frame rate and enemy populations. I think it was a very big move to try and port such a big game on the vita, and even with the problems with frame rate theSimply put, the Vita version is the adequate port of a very good game. The game is crammed with lots of amibition and depth to make sure the Vita version can have all the same content as the Ps3 version, but that comes at a cost to the frame rate and enemy populations. I think it was a very big move to try and port such a big game on the vita, and even with the problems with frame rate the game is still playable. Though if you've come from the Pc version in the hopes of playing borderlands on the go, the technical leap backwards may put you off the Vita version completely.… Expand
  12. Acidrider
    Jun 22, 2014
    6
    I have never play console or pc so to me this looks great First of all don't listen to all the negative reviews it can lag but later on not so much it has all the same content and 6 dlc packs but it much more cartoony I have had it for 6 hours and I have not stopped in fact i dont have time for grammar there is no crashing or freezing on the game just fun
  13. xDaudex
    May 25, 2015
    6
    Pros:
    Amount of guns
    Characters
    Abilities

    Cons:
    Frame rate is usually in the 20s
    You do not get guns better than your current ones as often as the first game
    The affinity experience points with guns mechanic is non-existent in this game
  14. SilentINU
    Sep 9, 2014
    7
    Sure, this game is not as good has the PS3, Xbox or PC version but still, it's one of the best FPS for the portable. Some frame drops, annoying bugs and texture fails can be ignored because this game is still really playable and you can have a lot of fun were you're not at home and you only have access to your Vita or if you don't have the game for the other platforms.
  15. Simpo99
    Aug 1, 2014
    6
    i got this on release and i have to say this has a few issues one the frame rate in some areas is pretty bad & the lack of 4 player coop kinda hinders this experience.but this is understandable since its a handheld version and there are a few positives one you get the 2 extra characters the Mechromancer & The Psycho classes you also get all 4 DLC Expansions with the Vita version its wasi got this on release and i have to say this has a few issues one the frame rate in some areas is pretty bad & the lack of 4 player coop kinda hinders this experience.but this is understandable since its a handheld version and there are a few positives one you get the 2 extra characters the Mechromancer & The Psycho classes you also get all 4 DLC Expansions with the Vita version its was tough to rate this game but my final score is 6/10… Expand
  16. PadavanApple
    Jul 10, 2014
    7
    Great game, but not great port. I don't recommend you to buy this version as main one. If you have it on ps3 system, you can transfer progress from vita to ps3, in this case portable version of borderlands is okay, but framerate problems is bad, obviously. It always drops from 28 to 15.
  17. hatsonfire
    Nov 16, 2014
    7
    Good port to the PSVita. I would give a higher score but I've ran into game freezing bugs a hand full of times (once every 4-5 hours).

    I would highly recommend getting a PSVita grip to play this game. Using the vita's analog sticks to play a FPS without somewhere to place your palms is a good way to get carpal tunnel.
  18. Hypedriver
    May 9, 2017
    6
    As far as I'm concerned, Borderlands 2 is one of my favourite games of all time: great shooting mechanics, fun RPG/FPS hybrid gameplay, and an absolute ton of things to do, not even including the density of DLC expansions. On those merits alone, it's great... on home consoles and PC at least. On the Vita, it's a slightly different story. Right off the bat though, the one thing I amAs far as I'm concerned, Borderlands 2 is one of my favourite games of all time: great shooting mechanics, fun RPG/FPS hybrid gameplay, and an absolute ton of things to do, not even including the density of DLC expansions. On those merits alone, it's great... on home consoles and PC at least. On the Vita, it's a slightly different story. Right off the bat though, the one thing I am impressed with in this version is the fact that the entire game was made playable on a handheld system such as the PS Vita, no cutbacks on main game content or anything! Because of that though, the performance of this version massively sets it back from every other version of the game (having played the PS3, Xbox 360, Xbox One and PC versions of the game): lower draw distance, noticeably lower model detail, highly inconsistent frame rates, periodical crashes (mostly from occasionally entering your inventory, which sucks because you'll be going in and out of it A LOT). All of these plague the Vita version, which is a shame, because it does slightly hamper the frantic pacing of the game, compared to other versions. To say it's unplayable however, is an overstatement; it's still good fun, it's portable Borderlands to put it simply. It just should have had more time or effort for refinement, even if it meant further graphical sacrifice, or otherwise.… Expand
  19. RikkiBesti
    Jan 26, 2016
    7
    Dumbed Down? No, This is the Full Borderlands 2 experience minus a few DLC´s. is it any good? Yes of course it is Borderlands, but even tho the game is fantastic, it could have used more time in development. Now you can argue that the Vita ain´t powerful enough, and well the Vita ain´t as powerful as a PS3, it could have done alot more! i enjoyed this game but recommending it is hard toDumbed Down? No, This is the Full Borderlands 2 experience minus a few DLC´s. is it any good? Yes of course it is Borderlands, but even tho the game is fantastic, it could have used more time in development. Now you can argue that the Vita ain´t powerful enough, and well the Vita ain´t as powerful as a PS3, it could have done alot more! i enjoyed this game but recommending it is hard to do now that the Handsome Collection is out! The Vita Version is comparable to a very low-end PC at launch, now it is pretty solid tho drops still there. Good Game, Horrible Port, The Vita Deserves better!… Expand
  20. TheArchetypes
    Sep 9, 2016
    6
    I have heard so many great things about this game, and being completely new to the franchise, I decided to get the vita port considering the vita is all I have. I was fully aware of consumers complaints about the game, and I wanted to find out if it was true, or just overreaction. After playing it for some time, it was a very good game, and my only complaint is the frame rate, the thingI have heard so many great things about this game, and being completely new to the franchise, I decided to get the vita port considering the vita is all I have. I was fully aware of consumers complaints about the game, and I wanted to find out if it was true, or just overreaction. After playing it for some time, it was a very good game, and my only complaint is the frame rate, the thing that determines whether the game is even playable or not, and frankly bl2 on vita is right on the verge of unplayable. But, all the console content is there, and its the entire borderlands 2 game! Overall, not bad but certainly not fantastic… Expand
  21. r03vg
    Jan 6, 2021
    6
    Подтормаживает. Русский язык не поддерживается в версии для PS VITA. В целом, довольно забавная игра.
  22. Yakuzet
    Sep 7, 2023
    6
    its the one of the 5 big real game for vita. but the port it TERRIBLE. fps drops crashes thecnical issues killing me. my average fps is freakign 23 man. am i watching an old movie or playing video games from 1800s. i overlocked my vita and still it wasnt stable but it isnt 24 fps anymore. (after oc it averaged 29 fpss)

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#8 Most Shared PS Vita Game of 2014

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64

Mixed or average reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 31
  3. Negative: 3 out of 31
  1. XGN
    Jul 13, 2014
    75
    As soon as you are used to the somewhat clumsy controls, Borderlands 2 on PS Vita is again a great adventure that keeps you engaged for more than 50 hours.
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  2. Gamereactor Denmark
    Jul 8, 2014
    60
    Framerate issues and miniature texts bordering on the unreadable indicates that this is (sadly) just a quick and cheap port that’s a far cry from the majesty of the full-fledged versions of the game.
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  3. JeuxActu
    Jul 8, 2014
    65
    Not so nice to watch, hard to handle and full of glitches, this new entry isn't really what we were waiting for.
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