Borderlands 2

 PlayStation Vita
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 379 Ratings

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  1. Egorka2007
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    Borderlands 2 on psvita, I liked it, of course there were problems with console overheating, friezes, crashes, etc., at school it is interesting to play those in Brawl Stars, it's just Parasha, got to William, and then abandoned it somehow, then downloaded again 6 days ago, ps5 port will be)
  2. MattBarringerXY
    Nov 21, 2019
    8
    Since I can't give this game a 7.5, but feel it's closer to an 8 than a 7, it gets an 8 from me. I have this game on the PC, xbox 360, and PS3, and have played it on all three systems, but mostly the PS3 version, which is the first version I had, and the one I played this game the most on. To me, all the versions are at least solid 9's for me, but the PS3 version is a no-questions-askedSince I can't give this game a 7.5, but feel it's closer to an 8 than a 7, it gets an 8 from me. I have this game on the PC, xbox 360, and PS3, and have played it on all three systems, but mostly the PS3 version, which is the first version I had, and the one I played this game the most on. To me, all the versions are at least solid 9's for me, but the PS3 version is a no-questions-asked 10/10 for me. It crammed so many of my favorite gaming elements into one package: looting, fps/action role playing (lots of character building with all the upgrade tree choices, attribute enhancements with the "badass tokens" as you earn as you complete the games many challenges... sure, it's kind of rpg lite, but more rpg than, say, a Bioshock type game), looting, dungeon crawling, oh, and have I mentioned LOOTING!!!

    This game has enough looting to make any Diablo/Blizzard or Elder Scrolls/Bethesda game fan creaming his pants! The game has literally MILLIONS of different possible types of guns! It uses procedural code with randomly generating algorithms to piece together a large variety of brands, models, builds, element effect, mods, etc just with the physical attributes of the guns, but also pieces together random strings to generate different (often times hilariously obviously randomly generated, yet still badass) names for each gun... Of course this is for non-uniques, as many extremely rare and all legendary weapons are not randomly generated...only the locations they are spawned in are, when they aren't a predetermined mission reward. And enemies you take down are even all spawned using (and thereby eventually dropping for your possible taking) a unique weapon. And there's no telling what other rare or powerful goodies they might ever drop!

    This deep take the devs took on the game's looting system is just the beginning of what makes this game one of my all-time favorites. While one of the few downsides for me is that game's story and characters aren't the most compelling or memorable for me, it's the overall wacky and humorous tone of it all that sort of makes the sum of all it's somewhat meh parts actually add up to a pretty interesting world, and even if some of the characters feel stiff, they are still hilarious. Some of them are even quite memorable (particularly a certain crazy tweaked out little genius inventor lab rat girl, and this morbidly obese hillbilly cousin of your inbred mechanic. There is enough there in the wackiness department to make the world engrossing in its own VERY distinct and unique way. The cartoonish cell shaded graphics seem to turn off many, but for me, it's just another part of the tone. And I find many areas have wonderful art design in this game.

    But above all, in the PS3 version, was the GAMEPLAY was so fast-paced and nonstop, yet it rarely got bogged down by frame rate drop issues. This is where I start my contrast-critique of this vita port, as contrasted to its PS3 version. ALLLL those other things I mentioned loving about the PS3 version (and ostensibly from what I played of the PC and XBOX 360 versions) are still absolutely THERE, all packed tightly and solidly into this little handheld version. BUT, the GAMEPLAY... oy... well that's where mostly everyone's main gripes come from. And while I don't agree that it should be enough to detract from how impressive all that other stuff all being there in the vita version is, I can't just stick my head in the sand on this one just because I'm such a hardcore self-admitted fanboy of the game.

    Not only during pretty much most enemy encounters involving more than like five or six enemies at once, but also during your time in areas full of NPCs -- namely sanctuary -- you will notice some JARRING moments of frame rate drop. I don't feel like it breaks the game for me, because I love the sum of all it's parts enough to forgive this annoyance, it's sad that I have to give one of the few 10/10 games for me a 7.5, rounded up for metacritic.

    What can I say, I still love this, and still, after playing it, do not in any way regret hunting it down until I could find it for as low as $18 (vita games are hard to find in the US now due to limited prints, and finding one under $30 is getting harder by the day). But yeah, the visual downgrade isn't such a drag for me, as I still think it looks good. Honestly, the only gripe I can make about this is that frame rate. And yeah, the touchpad on the back making me throw grenades haphazardly until I found a way to comfortably play without this being an issue was annoying until I got used to it. So yeah, not the port this game deserves, but hell, until we get a switch version, it's the only way to play Borderlands on the Go, in the palms of your hands.    … Expand
  3. mrthrow28735
    Mar 15, 2018
    10
    So far it's the best Vita first person shooter. It's the full game plus two expansion packs and all the characters plus character DLC. A must buy.
  4. MasterDamus
    Aug 15, 2016
    9
    Not a big fan of multiplayer open world games & actually Didn't like the game on PC or PS3. graphics & vibe was off so never got into it. however i recently Finally got the VITA version of the game on the recent store sale as i'm less picky on that & to my surprise (and after day one patch) I'm happy to report there No big slowdowns & its actually An amazing, witty, fun, fast & rewardingNot a big fan of multiplayer open world games & actually Didn't like the game on PC or PS3. graphics & vibe was off so never got into it. however i recently Finally got the VITA version of the game on the recent store sale as i'm less picky on that & to my surprise (and after day one patch) I'm happy to report there No big slowdowns & its actually An amazing, witty, fun, fast & rewarding Game! easily one of the best, longest & most rewarding fps experiences on the PS VITA (Killzone M & Resistance BS are smoother & amazing too but the plot & vibe here is cooler...). my only down Is the rear & front touch controls. they are really UN-useful in this game, as i get grenades thrown out by mistake all the time. this game reminds me of: IDs RAGE, mixed with PORTAL 2 Humor, & telltales walking dead art style.… Expand
  5. BorderlandsMan
    Dec 9, 2015
    10
    Borderlands Two for PS Vita is an amazing game. It has amazing graphics, and, for six DLC's it is pretty cheap on the PlayStation Store; It's only $19.99. I think it is very under rated. I have heard complaints about how it is so big, 4.6 GB's.. OF COURSE IT'S BIG! it's freaking Borderlands! It should be enough that it runs on PS VITA at all! I had never played a Borderlands game before,Borderlands Two for PS Vita is an amazing game. It has amazing graphics, and, for six DLC's it is pretty cheap on the PlayStation Store; It's only $19.99. I think it is very under rated. I have heard complaints about how it is so big, 4.6 GB's.. OF COURSE IT'S BIG! it's freaking Borderlands! It should be enough that it runs on PS VITA at all! I had never played a Borderlands game before, then I played the VITA Version, and I was hooked! I am so glad they are making Tales from the Borderlands!… Expand
  6. Peeto
    Oct 5, 2015
    10
    Just wow. I played today B2 on PC GOTY version. At night I played Vita version with latest patch, and on Vita display it just looks very good, you will not notice any difference between PC version/if you just play and not dig carefully what are the differences/! Just great. Full AAA experience on the go. Framerate is very good, i do not know if it was patched, but when I firstly buy B2 onJust wow. I played today B2 on PC GOTY version. At night I played Vita version with latest patch, and on Vita display it just looks very good, you will not notice any difference between PC version/if you just play and not dig carefully what are the differences/! Just great. Full AAA experience on the go. Framerate is very good, i do not know if it was patched, but when I firstly buy B2 on Vita it was not as good as it is today. Now framerate is excelent, loading times are accetable. Give me more AAA full titles....aaa RE2 is comming....… Expand
  7. BobCat51
    Jul 23, 2015
    9
    Borderlands 2 is a fantastic RPG on Vita or Consoles. After 200 hours in game I can safely say that I love the game despite its many flaws. However, some of
    These flaws are rather irritating. Playing through the same story line 3+ times just to get to the level cap is ridiculous. It is better if you have the DLC but I feel that DLC shouldn't be necessary for a less repetitive experience.    Borderlands 2 is a fantastic RPG on Vita or Consoles. After 200 hours in game I can safely say that I love the game despite its many flaws. However, some of
    These flaws are rather irritating. Playing through the same story line 3+ times just to get to the level cap is ridiculous. It is better if you have the DLC but I feel that DLC shouldn't be necessary for a less repetitive experience. Although, the main story is very diverse, entertaining, and well written throughout the whole thing and the DLC maintains these rather high standards.    … Expand
  8. Incredipede
    Jul 7, 2015
    10
    Great game. Fun, addictive, lots of content. In my opinion it has too many DLCs bul well, I guess developers will never stop adding tons of DLCs to a game instead of finishing it.
  9. Hazey86
    Jun 27, 2015
    10
    This game is a massive achievement on the vita, people say it's unplayable which is so far from the truth. Yes you get the odd frame rate issue but this is the full game in your hands!
    Graphics wise it's very crisp and maybe they could of lowered the resolution to counter act the frame rate issues? But they are few and far between, mainly in sanctuary.
    Controls work well with the back    This game is a massive achievement on the vita, people say it's unplayable which is so far from the truth. Yes you get the odd frame rate issue but this is the full game in your hands!
    Graphics wise it's very crisp and maybe they could of lowered the resolution to counter act the frame rate issues? But they are few and far between, mainly in sanctuary.
    Controls work well with the back pad a simple touch gets you sprinting along nicely.
    Only gripe is the small text in the menus but nothing major. You just have to accept its s console game squeezed down to play on a handheld and done rather well.    … Expand
  10. abaddonsascent
    Jun 26, 2015
    9
    This game is enormous! A fantastic game to have on a portable console. Almost feels like your taking your home console with you when your playing this on the go. The game isn't without its technical flaws but can easily overlooked when you consider the overall enjoyment of having a game of this calibre on your Vita.
  11. marckivar
    Jun 2, 2015
    10
    After one year playing this infinite game I can totally say it's not perfect but near, the most annoying thing is the random crashes that IRON GALAXY refuse to fix, and the thing about missed DLC like appreciated Tiny Tina's one; all the rest is just Borderlands 2 in a handheld so pretty amazing.
    Graphics are good enough, not great but fine, the controls are great and the rear's panel    After one year playing this infinite game I can totally say it's not perfect but near, the most annoying thing is the random crashes that IRON GALAXY refuse to fix, and the thing about missed DLC like appreciated Tiny Tina's one; all the rest is just Borderlands 2 in a handheld so pretty amazing.
    Graphics are good enough, not great but fine, the controls are great and the rear's panel use you will get use to after 5 minutes.
    The game is infinite so by the missed content and the random crashed can't give 10/10 but worthy 9/10    … Expand
  12. stevanthecruel
    Feb 18, 2015
    8
    great game for vita,frame rate still drops,especially in the sity but nothing groundbreaking but have some smooth frame elsewhere,overall great game for vita owners
  13. revrevolution
    Dec 26, 2014
    8
    Great port for the Vita, and perfect for on the go. While the framerate suffers at times of heavy combat, the game as a whole is very playable. This is may not be the optimal Borderlands experience if you'd rather use a console...but personally, there's something about this game that just feels very comfortable on the Vita. The controls take some getting used to, but are very doable. IGreat port for the Vita, and perfect for on the go. While the framerate suffers at times of heavy combat, the game as a whole is very playable. This is may not be the optimal Borderlands experience if you'd rather use a console...but personally, there's something about this game that just feels very comfortable on the Vita. The controls take some getting used to, but are very doable. I find them to be adequate, and have had little difficulty getting responsive actions from either the front or rear touchpad. All in all, I'm very pleased Iron Galaxy's work with this port, and love having Borderlands at my fingertips.… Expand
  14. jmaneater
    Dec 10, 2014
    10
    I created a metacritic account just for this game. It was very well done and I cannot believe that critcs gave it so bad of a review. People need to go buy more vita bundles and make sure you download the update!!! It fixes a lot of the frame rate problems. Its like people expect a ps3 ge to run perfect on a handheld. Lol idiots
  15. AGrimHobo1242
    Nov 12, 2014
    8
    Played this quite a bit on the XB360, so I was excited to see it came with the PS Vita (plus the first half of the add-ons!!) Game plays quite nicely on the Vita, especially when compared to the performance of other handhelds. One and only complaint is how easy it is to accidentally activate on screen abilities (either throwing a grenade when trying to aim or activating the characterPlayed this quite a bit on the XB360, so I was excited to see it came with the PS Vita (plus the first half of the add-ons!!) Game plays quite nicely on the Vita, especially when compared to the performance of other handhelds. One and only complaint is how easy it is to accidentally activate on screen abilities (either throwing a grenade when trying to aim or activating the character abilities while moving.) As a side note, I'm sure some people are upset about it, but I find it rather amusing that every single enemy explodes on death, which I can only imagine is done to prevent the system from being bogged down from rendering 100's of dead bodies at a time. Overall, great port of an amazing game!… Expand
  16. frankgames
    Nov 9, 2014
    8
    Borderland 2 on PlayStation Vita is an Excellent shooter, So far I played more than 10 hours and only experience the game crash once. I haven't play the BL2 on Xbox, PS3 or PC, so I cannot compare how it hold up against the better versions.
    Pros:
    - A good shooter on Vita - Good Graphics for a Vita Game - you can replay that game - Interesting story - A lot of content . Cons: -    Borderland 2 on PlayStation Vita is an Excellent shooter, So far I played more than 10 hours and only experience the game crash once. I haven't play the BL2 on Xbox, PS3 or PC, so I cannot compare how it hold up against the better versions.
    Pros:
    - A good shooter on Vita
    - Good Graphics for a Vita Game
    - you can replay that game
    - Interesting story
    - A lot of content .

    Cons:
    - Frame rate issue, especially in the large area
    - Popup texture every time you load a new area.
    -Game crashes (only happened once so far)    … Expand
  17. angel91a
    Oct 16, 2014
    10
    The game is awesome, just like the pc and console versions! The game comes with 6 add-ons! 2 that are quest and story, 2 that are packs with skins and weapons and all that stuff, and 2 that are character packs. The game is addicting, and if you have a ps vita, you're going to play this game all day.

    Here are the Positives and Negatives: +A good challenge +Great story +Awesome    The game is awesome, just like the pc and console versions! The game comes with 6 add-ons! 2 that are quest and story, 2 that are packs with skins and weapons and all that stuff, and 2 that are character packs. The game is addicting, and if you have a ps vita, you're going to play this game all day.

    Here are the Positives and Negatives:

    +A good challenge
    +Great story
    +Awesome Gameplay and gun-play
    +Funny and badass characters
    +An evil and hilarious villain
    +Really long game
    +High replay value with True and Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode (New game +)

    -Awkward controls, but you'll get used it
    -Graphics are less than the pc and consoles because of a lot less antialiasing and shadows, but it's alright, it doesn't really matter, game still looks great

    If you have a PS Vita, I really recommend this game, even if you have the console versions already. :)    … Expand
  18. madmantwentyone
    Sep 19, 2014
    9
    I haven't taken this game out of my Vita since it launched. The only reason I didn't give it a perfect score is because there is only half the DLC available. I adore the cross-save function with the PS3 version. I have one of each character leveled up to at least six, with my Psycho at level 41 and playing TVHM. I am addicted all over again, and my addiction follows me around in my pocket.
  19. Swanger92
    Sep 18, 2014
    8
    I really like this game! I have played both console versions of this game and I have to say this holds up. For being on a handheld this port is insane. I am writing this review post update and I have not run into any kind of problems. It controls great and I never accidentally touch the rear pad. It looks great! Sure there are obvious differences such as lighting effects and some physicsI really like this game! I have played both console versions of this game and I have to say this holds up. For being on a handheld this port is insane. I am writing this review post update and I have not run into any kind of problems. It controls great and I never accidentally touch the rear pad. It looks great! Sure there are obvious differences such as lighting effects and some physics but this game is on the vita! Very minimal slowdown, no crashes, and to be honest I never fully got into the console versions. I can't put this one down! If you have never played this game and you have a vita get it now!… Expand
  20. LysanderG
    Sep 14, 2014
    9
    Excellent move to Vita from full consoles. Great fun to play. Menus are very tiny on the screen, could have used more space to make them easier to read.
  21. demFailz
    Sep 4, 2014
    8
    I have never played any Borderlands game before, but I got to say...this game is great! It's a must buy for the PS Vita, and one of the best games on the PS Vita!
  22. loadstone007
    Sep 3, 2014
    8
    Amazing that this game is on the Vita, and it looks great. It's very fun to play, has a LOT of content included, but the only downside I found was the inconsistent frame rate. It may suddenly dip in certain scenarios, which can get a bit annoying but it doesn't take away from the overall great experience of the game. Recommended!
  23. Bakougak
    Aug 27, 2014
    8
    Why we´re the critics bad? it´s a great game that was exactly like the other versions but with better character control and they lower the price on the vita and all the dlc we´re there i think it´s a great game and everyone should have it.
  24. DarkenForge
    Aug 14, 2014
    10
    As a huge fan of the borderlands games, I was surprisingly happy with this port. The controls take a little bit to get used to after playing on console, and you will have to fiddle with the sensitivity a little bit. But on the go this game is invaluable. This is the game for the Vita that could transform it and get better full games on the console. Now to wait for The Binding Of Isaac: Rebirth
  25. danielscotth
    Jul 29, 2014
    10
    I honestly don't see why this port has gotten such horrible reviews. I hesitantly bought this game against the onslaught of negative reviews in hoping that it would be at best, playable, and I was greeted with a very decent port of Borderlands 2 for on the go purposes. Admittedly, the initial control scheme set up the game starts you off with was uncomfortable, and it did take a bit to getI honestly don't see why this port has gotten such horrible reviews. I hesitantly bought this game against the onslaught of negative reviews in hoping that it would be at best, playable, and I was greeted with a very decent port of Borderlands 2 for on the go purposes. Admittedly, the initial control scheme set up the game starts you off with was uncomfortable, and it did take a bit to get used to the interface, but once I got this down and figured out how to switch the control scheme to fit my preference, I found that I quickly adapted to playing this FPS on my Vita just as I had with Killzone: Mercenary.

    *Ultimately, this is a personal review and is meant to be viewed as such. I am not claiming that anyone and everyone will enjoy this Vita port of the PS3 game, but I am simply providing my opinion on the game as a standalone/portable FPS.

    The game is huge, has tons of replay value, has plenty of content, the graphics appear to be more than adequate for a handheld console game, and the controls are honestly not all that bad after several brief sessions of playing. Furthermore, I have had very minor issues with lag and/or crashing and only several minor issues with glitching.

    I'm giving this a 5/5 as it met my expectations, is, in my opinion, just as fun and playable as Killzone: Mercenary, which I thought was absolutely amazing especially as its a portable game, and has tons of game play to offer. If you like FPS games, have a Vita, and have a few bucks to throw out for this, I would definitely recommend giving it a try.    … Expand
  26. kish1975
    Jul 28, 2014
    9
    I have heard people complain about problems but for me I have had one and 2 restarts and 2 freezes in over 30 hrs. of gameplay so far and all I got to say to the nay Sayers is BORDERLANDS 2 on a handheld being played anywhere and nothing cut out . Bloody great game for a handheld it is amazing if you think about it .
  27. iunder
    Jul 27, 2014
    9
    This port to Vita has extended the life of Borderlands 2 for me. It took perhaps 15 minutes for me to get used to the controls. I find the Vita especially uncomfortable to hold in my hands with this game, but it is outweighed by the joy of playing. Controlling the game is more uncomfortable than actually difficult or frustrating. Occasionally I accidentally tap the right-hand side of theThis port to Vita has extended the life of Borderlands 2 for me. It took perhaps 15 minutes for me to get used to the controls. I find the Vita especially uncomfortable to hold in my hands with this game, but it is outweighed by the joy of playing. Controlling the game is more uncomfortable than actually difficult or frustrating. Occasionally I accidentally tap the right-hand side of the screen with my thumb and throw a grenade unintentionally. That is my only real gripe about the controls. It is harder to spot enemies in the distance because of the small screen and the frame-rate is lower than on console. I consider these issues to be an acceptable compromise for being able to play on a handheld.

    I would have preferred all expansions to have been included, as I was halfway through Tiny Tina's adventure when I imported my save and found that I needed to start a different expansion or continue with my second play-through of the main campaign. If you love Borderlands 2 and feel like playing it again on your Vita then you shouldn't be disappointed. Just bear in mind the inherent limitations of the Vita.    … Expand
  28. eridani
    Jul 23, 2014
    8
    A decent port of an excellent game. The entire game is there, and both DLC characters, the first two DLC packs, and the first level cap increase for $40 isn't actually a bad deal. The game itself, while mostly playable, suffers from various technical issues. Frame rate is a constantly fluctuating, and the worst of all it's worst in the places you are in most often, like Sanctuary! WhileA decent port of an excellent game. The entire game is there, and both DLC characters, the first two DLC packs, and the first level cap increase for $40 isn't actually a bad deal. The game itself, while mostly playable, suffers from various technical issues. Frame rate is a constantly fluctuating, and the worst of all it's worst in the places you are in most often, like Sanctuary! While the draw distance is impressive, other subtle visual touches that made the game stand out are missing. You may notice that the moon, a major visual element in the game, isn't rendered right, or that the lights on Maliwan guns don't blink when you reload them. Even the higher rarity items seem to have no reflection map programmed (i.e. they're not "shiny"). Still it still is Borderlands 2, and will most likely scratch your Borderlands 2 itch. A more polished port would be most welcome though.… Expand
  29. TagoMago
    Jul 21, 2014
    9
    It's a great game. Deep gameplay, fantastic voice acting and tons of content. I still can't believe I have Borderlands 2 with me where ever I go!!

    There are some concessions that have been made in getting int running on Vita but they don't stop it being fun at all.

    I'm grateful to Iron Galaxy for bringing this to Vita. Don't be put off by negative / mixed reviews.
  30. killermcbane
    Jul 12, 2014
    10
    Wow this game is amazing i got the bl 2 vita bundle and its awsome 10/10 for me, all im pissed about is all these hardcore gamers saying the ps vita isnt as good quality as console or pc, come on people its a handheld console not a giant one, what did u expect a ps4 in ur hands, think again the vita is lightyears ahead of nintendo ds so be quiet and enjoy the console before they stopWow this game is amazing i got the bl 2 vita bundle and its awsome 10/10 for me, all im pissed about is all these hardcore gamers saying the ps vita isnt as good quality as console or pc, come on people its a handheld console not a giant one, what did u expect a ps4 in ur hands, think again the vita is lightyears ahead of nintendo ds so be quiet and enjoy the console before they stop supporting it, oh wait those ppl will still **** jeebis, listen to me sheeple this game is a must for the vita… Expand
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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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