Borderlands

 Xbox 360
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 850 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 661 out of 850
  2. Mixed: 124 out of 850
  3. Negative: 65 out of 850
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  1. Dartza
    Aug 1, 2023
    9
    One of the most innovative and iconic looter shooters of all time, Borderlands sets up a franchise that will dominate the genre for decades. Even though many of the more recent Borderlands titles improve on many aspects of the game mechanics, there have been no classes to date that have the mobility as the ones in this game.
  2. Stio
    Jan 10, 2023
    10
    Einer der besten Spiele was ich jemals gespielt habe Kann ich nur jedem empfehlen
  3. atyoukha
    Sep 9, 2022
    8
    The average score is for feeling like I was constantly grinding to level up. I also think the weapon drops weren't all so great a lot of the time and I felt like I was wasting my time. I think the game and the characters were incredibly adventurous, story was a great experience but some things just made me not like it and love it at the same time, which is why I gave it an average score.
  4. awesomeisdead
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    I cannot stress this enough when I say: this. game. is. GREAT. I sunk roughly 100+ hours into this game and I would definitely play it for 100 more.
  5. Sinxy7
    Sep 13, 2021
    9
    O primiero jogo da Franquia Borderlands é de longe um dos melhores jogos da geração X360 e PS3.
  6. Ray6701
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    Awesome action packed with great graphics and everything else as well that's awesome
  7. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Aug 27, 2021
    8
    A fun Mad Max-like cooperative shooter with RPG elements. The game drags at first, but eventually finds a rhythm. Fans of Halo and Left 4 Dead will certainly enjoy it. Each playable character has their own skills and abilities. As you progress, you'll discover tons of loot and weapons. You can play solo, but the real fun comes in partnering with three other players. I would rate this withA fun Mad Max-like cooperative shooter with RPG elements. The game drags at first, but eventually finds a rhythm. Fans of Halo and Left 4 Dead will certainly enjoy it. Each playable character has their own skills and abilities. As you progress, you'll discover tons of loot and weapons. You can play solo, but the real fun comes in partnering with three other players. I would rate this with an 8.5 out of 10.… Expand
  8. CloudStrife05
    Aug 16, 2021
    8
    Don't be dumb like me and think this is just a regular shooter LOL. Once I got passed that part, it actually is a great game and have been loving the series ever since.
  9. Nerevarinho
    Jan 17, 2021
    8
    In its time it was the WoW with guns. Online Coop with randoms let you not enjoy the story. I Played it after almost 10 years a second time, to focus on the story.
  10. coistmunt12345
    Jul 28, 2020
    8
    in terms of replay value this one beats the sequel without even trying(lol so random borderlands 2 meme hardy har har)

    the game play is satisfy and just really delivers on crunchy feedback which really animates the game and helps it seamlessly delivers a consistent satisfying experience that never gets boring. the violence in this game i just satisfy to watch, from the heads popping    in terms of replay value this one beats the sequel without even trying(lol so random borderlands 2 meme hardy har har)

    the game play is satisfy and just really delivers on crunchy feedback which really animates the game and helps it seamlessly delivers a consistent satisfying experience that never gets boring.

    the violence in this game i just satisfy to watch, from the heads popping from electrocutions, to watch the upper torsos of bandits explode in a glorious display of bloodshed.
    as some who has plated this game from star to Finnish 3 times it delivers in all areas.
    the story might suck but so does the plot of borderlands 2,pres sequel etc.

    anyway that was my 2 cents    … Expand
  11. Zaidx
    Jul 23, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I know it's old but its so good and so engaging
    And I can't let it go that's it    … Expand
  12. Tharduz
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Well I have completed this game multiple times, completed all side missions, this is simply fun fun fun, some missions are a little boring, but it is like the 2% of the game
  13. cdsmith7
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    In many ways, it's the best Borderland game in the series. It takes itself more seriously than the games following. The world environment feels more desolate, dangerous and oddly more alluring to explore. Skill trees are not as advanced as later games but they are just as fun and of course there are weapons galore.
  14. brendo214
    May 22, 2019
    8
    I do really like the core gameplay here, but all of the playable characters (with the exception of Brick) have pretty boring action skills.
  15. INSANEGHOSTFACE
    Nov 6, 2018
    10
    Borderlands isn't as good as Borderlands 2 in many ways but it started it all and was still for its time awesome. It still is great but if you play it and then play Borderlands 2 you will quickly see that 2 just improves on Borderlands. So it doesn't make Borderlands bad or worse as it was years before Borderlands 2 so i am rating this as if Borderlands was just released as when it wasBorderlands isn't as good as Borderlands 2 in many ways but it started it all and was still for its time awesome. It still is great but if you play it and then play Borderlands 2 you will quickly see that 2 just improves on Borderlands. So it doesn't make Borderlands bad or worse as it was years before Borderlands 2 so i am rating this as if Borderlands was just released as when it was this was a game i never stopped playing. I recommend this to anyone. There is 4 player classes 4 player coop and tons of fun. Finding great weapons is one of the pains as unlike Borderlands 2 where you at least knew which enemies could drop what in Borderlands you basically farm Red Chests and hope you get some good purple stuff as the orange and pearl stuff was few and far between and with all great purple weapons you had what you needed. The 4 DLC Expansions were great and i still prefer Lilith's phasewalk to Maya's Phaselift but still play this and see if you don't like it.… Expand
  16. Dragonfly44
    Aug 7, 2018
    9
    It combines RPG's and first person shooters to make an awesome game. As much as I love this game, it still has it's many faults. The story is still exciting but not quite immersive. Perhaps the worst thing about this game is the underwhelming final boss battle. However, the gameplay is utterly fantastic. Rating - 88%
  17. Spaceacer2012
    Jun 19, 2018
    10
    OK Randy Pitchford, 1st off, take your time on Borderlands 3. Whatever time it takes to make it great, take that time. Just release it before I die please.

    Now, regarding Borderlands, great game, worthy of a 10. BL2 is better. I gave this one a 10, so what the heck do I score BL2?? Regardless, my only issue with the 1st Borderlands has nothing to do with the game itself. Thanks for    OK Randy Pitchford, 1st off, take your time on Borderlands 3. Whatever time it takes to make it great, take that time. Just release it before I die please.

    Now, regarding Borderlands, great game, worthy of a 10. BL2 is better. I gave this one a 10, so what the heck do I score BL2?? Regardless, my only issue with the 1st Borderlands has nothing to do with the game itself.

    Thanks for making Borderlands backwards compatible for XBOX ONE. Problem is, I don't want to play it yet because I hear Borderlands may be released as a Remaster soon. If that's the case, I'd rather wait and play it when the remaster comes out. But if the remaster is far off OR isn't going to happen, I wish you would clarify that so I can go ahead and play it as XBOX ONE backwards compatible.

    I'm waiting for some hint or clue to determine when and how I play Borderlands 1 again. I hope this is clarified soon because I'm itching to play it! Here's hoping for clarification in the near future. But, love me some Borderlands! Oh and please make Aliens Colonial Marines and Duke Nukem Forever XBOX ONE backwards compatible soon, sign those forms to make it happen good sir...

    Thank you    … Expand
  18. ITZZZPERRY
    Jan 8, 2018
    8
    Borderlands is the best loot based game that I have ever played. The gameplay is so solid that it made me want to keep playing it just to get the next gun. My only complaint is that the story just is not there.
  19. Barnes1987
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    This is an amazing game and it gets even more amazing when you get all the DLC. One of the better games on the system and definely worth a purchase if you haven't played it.
  20. TheArchetypes
    Sep 9, 2016
    8
    Phenomenal title. Extremely immersive, deep role playing elements, and fantastically addictive co-op. I have nothing but love for this game. However, I wish that the world was entirely open and not limited to zones, and that there was a house or a trunk to store items.
  21. JaguarsFan
    Jul 23, 2016
    10
    Borderlands is, in my opinion, the greatest game of all time. It's blend of action, adventure, and comedy is simply unparalleled. I have completed the story mode eight times now and still love it. What sets this game apart from all others though is the sheer amount of customization; there are millions of weapons that you find or can buy, a decently sized skill tree, shields, grenades,Borderlands is, in my opinion, the greatest game of all time. It's blend of action, adventure, and comedy is simply unparalleled. I have completed the story mode eight times now and still love it. What sets this game apart from all others though is the sheer amount of customization; there are millions of weapons that you find or can buy, a decently sized skill tree, shields, grenades, general mods that boost specific stats like health or gun accuracy. It has it all. Due to this, Borderlands offers ENORMOUS replay value (as you can tell from how many times I have played through it). I honestly cannot recommend this game enough. JUST TRY IT!!! :)… Expand
  22. UncreativeName
    Jun 25, 2016
    8
    Stop watching the critics and just buy it! ..
    (The only bad of the game..is the custome mechanics for the characters...) (And this game don´t have more than 4 characters..those are only the bad things that this game have...)
  23. DarkSouls7
    Feb 27, 2016
    10
    Borderlands is one of the most purely fun games I've ever played. I have hundreds of hours off the base game alone and probably around 60+ off the DLC. This is another game that any fan of the RPG/Shooter genres should own
  24. TheSquirrel
    Oct 31, 2014
    9
    Loot gathering fun at it's greatest. I have logged over 200 hours doing multiple characters both times through. The music, weapons, stylized graphics,and pacing make this game a 10. The very poor storyline and copious backtracking do bring this down for a 9, but it is still an absolute must play for the FPS or multiplayer lover.

    Also the final boss is way too easy when you figure it out.
  25. awesomenaut777
    Aug 17, 2014
    8
    Borderlands is a diamond in the rough. It is an MMO RPG meets FPS with a unique art style. Borderlands has SO, SO, SO, SO, SO, SO, SO, SO many guns and almost all of them are useful, even if only for a sort time. The character skill trees are well built, but the world is very brown and there isn't much enemy variety. Borderlands is still an exceptional game that shouldn't be missed.
  26. taconinja
    Jul 31, 2014
    10
    It reminds me of why I love games in the first place. It shows that sandboxes aren't limited to shocking games like GTA, but can be decent, entertaining games on their own merit. Guns,loot, and a hilarious cast and comic art style make this entertaining to no limit.
  27. MrOodlesnNoodle
    May 31, 2014
    8
    This game is very OCD. What I mean by that is that it entices you to do mission after mission nonstop until you realize how much time you've invested in a day! So you can get a whole bunch of missions at once and you're free to go about which one you want to do. The fact that you have to level up is very unique although I can't say it is much different from any other open world games likeThis game is very OCD. What I mean by that is that it entices you to do mission after mission nonstop until you realize how much time you've invested in a day! So you can get a whole bunch of missions at once and you're free to go about which one you want to do. The fact that you have to level up is very unique although I can't say it is much different from any other open world games like Far Cry. I hear a lot of comparision between this and Fallout but I've never played it so I can't say for sure. Another OCD factor about this game is the amount of items you can carry is limited. You can upgrade to bigger inventory but they give you soo many variation of guns, shields, grenades, etc. that you really have to figure out what you like best. Overall I like it cause it's addicting but I don't know why. I can understand why some like it and some don't. The graphics are not the best and the developers seemed very lacking on creativity with enemies. However, they make this up by incorporating humor into the game. Overall, the gameplay and sidequest will keep you playing and this is a pretty interesting 'weird' game.… Expand
  28. Jamison12
    Feb 9, 2014
    8
    Borderlands is a lot like Cell Damage, it's undoubtedly fun despite not having the appearance of a quality game. Numerous side missions so even the non-DLC gamer can enjoy it, along with a great premise and plot leaves you wanting to play Borderlands more and more.
  29. boysfan4life88
    Jan 2, 2014
    9
    I would give this game an 88 but I must round up. Initially, I thought of it as a tongue in cheek Fallout 3 game, which made me dislike it. However, after playing through it, I loved it. There is great replay value in this game because you can go with different skill trees for all four characters. The world is immense and there is tons of loot to be had. If you like FPS with RPGI would give this game an 88 but I must round up. Initially, I thought of it as a tongue in cheek Fallout 3 game, which made me dislike it. However, after playing through it, I loved it. There is great replay value in this game because you can go with different skill trees for all four characters. The world is immense and there is tons of loot to be had. If you like FPS with RPG elements that is geared towards collecting loot, you will thoroughly enjoy this game. It is also one of the most charming games to come out in a very long time. The characters will have you laughing out loud all throughout the game. I actually like Borderlands more than Borderlands 2 because the assault rifles are so much better and the sniping isn't so wobbly. In all, this game is well worth buying.… Expand
  30. MattG_123
    Dec 31, 2013
    9
    The first RPS (Role Playing Shooter), and a giant success. Borderlands has a unique and gorgeous artistic style, tons and tons of loot, and it's insanely addicting and rewarding especially with friends. The story is weak but in a game like this it doesn't matter too much.

    Borderlands gets a 9.1/10
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#28 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#5 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#8 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2009

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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 83 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 80 out of 83
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 83
  3. Negative: 0 out of 83
  1. RPG Fan
    87
    In short, Borderlands is a top-quality shooter and grind-fest.
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  2. X-ONE Magazine UK
    90
    A furiously successful RPG and FPS combination that doesn't fall short on either front. [Issue#52, p.86]
  3. Gamer Limit
    90
    When a game has such vicious combat, an intriguing skill system, and full co-op capability, a mediocre story can be overlooked. Borderlands is a necessity for any fan of the FPS and RPG genres, or just down-right looting fun.
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