Battleborn

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  1. ouchiez
    May 7, 2016
    9
    So far i am having loads of fun with Battleborn. It might not be everyone's cup of tea, not all of the characters are easy to play and some do take some time to learn to be good with them. Everyone is trying to compare Battleborn to other games, where as i see what GearBox has done here is just make a Hugely fun, not so serious game. No the story is not fantastic or long, but if you'reSo far i am having loads of fun with Battleborn. It might not be everyone's cup of tea, not all of the characters are easy to play and some do take some time to learn to be good with them. Everyone is trying to compare Battleborn to other games, where as i see what GearBox has done here is just make a Hugely fun, not so serious game. No the story is not fantastic or long, but if you're buying a game for those reasons, this may not be for you. If you're looking for fantastic game play, fast-paced action and a huge variety of different ways and styles to play the same game in a first person shooter, this is a great game. I honestly look for a game to keep me entertained and that is something this game does just with the fun fast paced game play. There is a way to play for everyone, a character that fits different roles and just experimenting and trying the many different ways to play is a fun task in it self. This is honestly one of the first games that I've played where i am having a good time even losing.

    The only thing that bugs me is sometimes getting stuck on random things that you definitely shouldn't get stuck on. Its minor, but if that was fixed i would give a 10.    … Expand
  2. dvbranton
    May 16, 2016
    9
    I wasnt a fan of the beta but I took a chance and bought it. I am so glad I did. First off you can't compare it to Overwatch. The only similarities are that they both are hero characters. That is it the similarities end there. I hate MOBA's. This is like a MOBA shooter hybrid. Battleborn also has a story which is basically raids and escorts.

    The humor is spot on and each character has    I wasnt a fan of the beta but I took a chance and bought it. I am so glad I did. First off you can't compare it to Overwatch. The only similarities are that they both are hero characters. That is it the similarities end there. I hate MOBA's. This is like a MOBA shooter hybrid. Battleborn also has a story which is basically raids and escorts.

    The humor is spot on and each character has personality. Its funny and fun. I enjoy both aspects of the from story to multiplay. Multiplay takes team effort unlike games like COD, Battleborn requires you to work together to win. If you lone wolf (I have a bad habit of doing that) you will lose. You also have to find a hero you are comfortable with as you can not switch in game until the story or multi play is done. They did include bots for multiplay which is a good way to practice with characters you are not familer with.

    If you like Boarderlands you will like this game. You could almost say that this is in the Boarderlands universe. In fact I would love to some some Vault Hunters in Battleborn and vice versa. Forget what you read about Battleborn vs Overwatch being similar. They are not both are two different games and can exist together.    … Expand
  3. UnBiasedGam3r
    May 22, 2016
    8
    Very fun game and a great co-op experience that also offers split-screen online. Hopefully time and updates will only make this game better. If you are looking at this game as an Overwatch clone, please do not judge it before you try it. If you have that mindset, I highly suggest watching TotalBiscuit's Youtube video "Battleborn vs Overwatch for Dummies", even if you don't have thatVery fun game and a great co-op experience that also offers split-screen online. Hopefully time and updates will only make this game better. If you are looking at this game as an Overwatch clone, please do not judge it before you try it. If you have that mindset, I highly suggest watching TotalBiscuit's Youtube video "Battleborn vs Overwatch for Dummies", even if you don't have that mindset it's still a great video explaining the game better than I can here. This game is NOT for everyone. If you are expecting a straight up FPS, you will be disappointed. This is no COD. This is a MOBA, even though it has a full campaign as well. That being said, I believe there is character for almost any type of play style and skill level. If you invest your time in this game and know what you're getting into, especially if you have some friends to play with, you will not regret it. Also, if you don't like Gearbox humor or absolutely hate the aesthetic I'm sorry, but you're missing out because the game is undeniably above average and fresh. Lots of unlocks, lots of loot(acquired in solo play as well as PvP/PvE), lots of fun. (Reviewed on Xbox One)… Expand
  4. ridemooses
    May 23, 2016
    9
    Battleborn offers a lot of variety and fun for a new wave of FPS games, any fans of the Borderlands series looking for a FPS/MOBA should definitely consider this game. The ability to grind offline and get gear that you can use in online matches is a great perk and makes it easily and enjoyable replayable. Online play has some bugs and things that need smoothing out but ultimately it's aBattleborn offers a lot of variety and fun for a new wave of FPS games, any fans of the Borderlands series looking for a FPS/MOBA should definitely consider this game. The ability to grind offline and get gear that you can use in online matches is a great perk and makes it easily and enjoyable replayable. Online play has some bugs and things that need smoothing out but ultimately it's a ton of fun. You will find yourself saying one more game and you end up queueing for 2 more. The fact that you can get this game for $40 now especially makes it worth it!… Expand
  5. GameReviewJrnal
    May 13, 2016
    8
    Online multiplayer is balanced pretty well with the diverse group of characters on the roster. Really a great, creative, and ambitious to pull off successfully. Each character really does feel different. At this time OP characters are difficult to unlock and take many hours to do. This creates a strange dynamic where you have to suffer a bit before you get to the good characters. Not manyOnline multiplayer is balanced pretty well with the diverse group of characters on the roster. Really a great, creative, and ambitious to pull off successfully. Each character really does feel different. At this time OP characters are difficult to unlock and take many hours to do. This creates a strange dynamic where you have to suffer a bit before you get to the good characters. Not many people are patient enough for that when you have a MOBA like SMITE out there where you can try and rent characters. One major issue is the single player online. Even a private session can disconnect and you can lose all progress which is very frustrating when you are 45 minutes into a mission and the boss has 25% health left (this happened).… Expand
  6. DicStillwagin
    May 30, 2016
    9
    I've never played a game like this... ever and I have to be honest, when I first played the Battleborn closed beta I thought it was garbage. I couldn't kill anyone, I died faster than it took me to find an enemy, my team mates were nowhere to be found(honestly, they looked just as lost as I did), the turrets I kept buying were being destroyed faster than I built them , I couldn't level upI've never played a game like this... ever and I have to be honest, when I first played the Battleborn closed beta I thought it was garbage. I couldn't kill anyone, I died faster than it took me to find an enemy, my team mates were nowhere to be found(honestly, they looked just as lost as I did), the turrets I kept buying were being destroyed faster than I built them , I couldn't level up like the other team was and my other 2 attack abilities made no sense. In fact, the whole game made no sense. I quickly stopped playing because I thought it was stupid and broken...... but I decided to give it another fair shot. And I'm so glad I did.

    Therein lies the problem, not only with me, but I also think with many other potential players. I thought I playing a typical FPS(CoD, HALO, Battlefield) with some Borderlands flavor, but Battleborn is much more than a typical FPS. Turns out that Battleborn was a FPS that borrows heavily from MOBA's. It took me a while to figure this out because the tutorials weren't all that helpful to be honest. Once I figured out what style or genre of game I was playing, that's when the game really started to shine imo.

    Battleborn has a campaign story that can be played solo or by up to 5 friends or random people and a PvP. Both the campaign and PvP are loaded with the same comedic levity as Gearbox's Borderlands games if you're familiar with those titles.

    You cannot play Battleborn like CoD, if you do you will die often. Battleborn is not that kind of game. There is a lot of depth that has to be learned both with the character and within the gameplay mechanics. You don't just pick this game up, play and luck into any success. You have to take your beating before you learn to dole them out in return. There is a big learning curve with this games PvP and you have to be humble enough to learn it all. The nuances of the game play mechanics for game modes like Incursion and Meltdown are not as cut and dry as they seem. There's a lot that's not clearly explained and have to be learned with the "trial by fire" method. But. if you're willing enough to learn how to play Battleborn the payoff's well worth the money in my opinion.

    Technically the game is as good as it gets. The controls are tight and responsive. The graphic style is great and reminiscent of Borderlands. The game runs smooth. The collection of Heroes are both diverse,
    charming and chalk full of funny dialogue, I don't think I've ever thought that about any game. I cannot recommend this game enough. It is a diamond lost in a sea of misunderstanding and deserves much more credit than it's received. LEARN TO PLAY THIS GAME, it's well worth it    … Expand
  7. Hashsnob
    May 4, 2016
    9
    Multiplayer is insanely fun, get a full party and build a balanced team, it can get really competitive. Definitely something new and refreshing when it comes to console shooters. The coop story missions seem bland, but that's because of the skill level. Play the story missions on the harder levels, they take work.
  8. Rysingzombie
    May 10, 2016
    10
    This game is a must buy if you are a fan of the Borderland games! It has a similar kind of humor and the characters are equally unique! I can't remember the last time I was so addicted to a video game! Also, it is so refreshing having a multiplayer game that actually has a campaign you can play through and I love the fact that you can play through it alone or join other people forThis game is a must buy if you are a fan of the Borderland games! It has a similar kind of humor and the characters are equally unique! I can't remember the last time I was so addicted to a video game! Also, it is so refreshing having a multiplayer game that actually has a campaign you can play through and I love the fact that you can play through it alone or join other people for missions! There are a ton of things to unlock; including characters, skins, weapon additions, etc...and the framerate and gameplay are both outstanding! If you are on the fence about buying it, just go for it and support Gearbox for this creative gem of a game!… Expand
  9. Nacho_Sanchez
    May 21, 2016
    8
    This game is awesome but you require two things patience to understand the game mechanics and don´t expect great plays your first game with a new character as they require 2 or more games to master a character. Finally the game is very fun to play but Gearbox screwed it very hard with tutorials as you don´t understand **** and it will take you a long time to get the game mechanics. It isThis game is awesome but you require two things patience to understand the game mechanics and don´t expect great plays your first game with a new character as they require 2 or more games to master a character. Finally the game is very fun to play but Gearbox screwed it very hard with tutorials as you don´t understand **** and it will take you a long time to get the game mechanics. It is hard to find good explenations therefore my tips for you are to follow high level players and see what the do over the whole game. Mostly recommended to be played with at least a friend as communication is crucial… Expand
  10. JTJSGamer
    May 3, 2016
    8
    An interesting shooter, that offers a wide range of playable characters, good cartoon graphics, loads of weapons and abilities, and interesting mechanics. I suggest you give this game a try, especially if you are a fan of Borderlands.
  11. vizzle311
    May 15, 2016
    8
    Super fun shooter that offers so many approaches and options combined with deep progression systems. I was very apprehensive about the art style since I never played Borderlands but it looks good and the frame rate is rock solid.

    The humor is hit and miss but the character design offers a level of variety I never expected. Pretty much anyone who enjoys FPS games will find a    Super fun shooter that offers so many approaches and options combined with deep progression systems. I was very apprehensive about the art style since I never played Borderlands but it looks good and the frame rate is rock solid.

    The humor is hit and miss but the character design offers a level of variety I never expected. Pretty much anyone who enjoys FPS games will find a style/character they enjoy. Also the in-match leveling system adds a balance that is missing in a lot of shooters I've played online. I've seen some serious mismatches between certain characters and I've also been on both sides of it myself so it's definitely present. However, good teams react quickly and understand how to maximize their characters' abilities so it hasn't detracted from my experience in the end.

    Really was surprised by how good this game is and I'm going to enjoy unlocking the characters and their individual levels as well. If you like fast paced shooters and have been looking for a game offering content galore then this is a must have. Doesn't take itself too seriously and the fun factor of the gameplay can't be overlooked.    … Expand
  12. bluCatpocalypse
    May 13, 2016
    10
    Incredibly rich, varied gameplay, a wide variety of game modes, and a plethora of interesting characters, all wrapped up in the trademark borderlands humour and aesthetic. A must have for fans of MOBA and FPS alike.
  13. WakenPake
    May 26, 2016
    10
    Much respect to Gearbox for making such an amazing game. Not many developers would be brave enough to dive into a new game genre and especially wouldn't be able to pull it off as beautifully as Gearbox. I literally can not get enough of this game. Its one of those games you play and then after don't want to do anything but keep playing. When ever I'm not playing I'm thinking of playing.Much respect to Gearbox for making such an amazing game. Not many developers would be brave enough to dive into a new game genre and especially wouldn't be able to pull it off as beautifully as Gearbox. I literally can not get enough of this game. Its one of those games you play and then after don't want to do anything but keep playing. When ever I'm not playing I'm thinking of playing. Eat sleep and play Battleborn.… Expand
  14. Nugzilla
    May 3, 2016
    10
    Multiplayer is addictive as crack and the character variety is awesome! I will play this game for sooo many hours as the replay ability is really high.
  15. Fallenlords
    May 4, 2016
    8
    I was on the fence about this, not sure after the beta and concerned it would be too similar to Overwatch. But I like Gearbox games, I was one of probably the only people to like Colonial Marines. Thought they captured the essence of the films if not everything else. Have to say I am enjoying Battleborn more than I thought, there is a lot of stuff I somehow missed on the beta or it wasn'tI was on the fence about this, not sure after the beta and concerned it would be too similar to Overwatch. But I like Gearbox games, I was one of probably the only people to like Colonial Marines. Thought they captured the essence of the films if not everything else. Have to say I am enjoying Battleborn more than I thought, there is a lot of stuff I somehow missed on the beta or it wasn't present. Loadouts, loot boxes, skills ... I am finding it to be a deeper game than I thought.

    At the moment people are just picking random classes so the teams are not gelling that well, but you can see the potential. Get a good Tank/Healer combo and you can dominate. A Rogue who goes out of their way to farm crystals and setup turrets, healing stations etc can be invaluable without even getting a kill. I think the tactics of this game will come out later down the line, at the moment everybody is finding the characters that suit them. And its great even higher levels are not dominating because it's not that sort of game.

    Overall a great deal of fun and a lot of learning to do, this game has more depth than I initially gave it credit for and is easy to dismiss at first glance. I think if you liked Borderlands at all, this game is worth a punt. Because it has the same feel to it, crazy characters, good sense of humour and a nice lore of it's own. I was on the fence but don't regret buying it at all.    … Expand
  16. berry1981
    May 25, 2016
    8
    I cant understand how this game has come in for criticism. Alright it may not have the pick up and play for twenty minutes than put down going for it (what MOBA worth its salt does does?).

    If you are sitting on the fence about getting this game then you are missing out. Gearbox have made a great game here which will only get better over time if it gets even half the support that    I cant understand how this game has come in for criticism. Alright it may not have the pick up and play for twenty minutes than put down going for it (what MOBA worth its salt does does?).

    If you are sitting on the fence about getting this game then you are missing out. Gearbox have made a great game here which will only get better over time if it gets even half the support that Borderlands has seen over the years.

    Do not compare this to Overwatch, I own both and although having a similar look, they play very differently. Both are great games!    … Expand
  17. bnstark27
    May 26, 2016
    10
    This is an extremely fun game both the pvp and pve are very satisfying. There is a plethora of different characters to choose from with different fighting styles and personalities. Also the fact that GearBox has already address problems people had and bugs is great. I would suggest this game to anyone!
  18. AndyDune
    May 3, 2016
    9
    Russian localization and split screen in the game from the creators of Borderlands. After the games in the series LEGO is now our son's favorite game.
  19. Wickedman25
    May 3, 2016
    10
    i have to say the multiplayer is really fun single player is fun in this game the game is beautiful and colorful for me this game is a 10/10 hope everyone enjoys this game like i do
  20. GamerComplex
    May 26, 2016
    10
    The game is amazing and very fun. It has a ton of content, like serious replay value. The PvP you are used to in games is similar to the capture mode which is a vamped up king of the hill, but then it has 2 other modes that are more moba influenced which give you completely different experiences. If you're tired of the old chase around death match, this brings another level of co-op andThe game is amazing and very fun. It has a ton of content, like serious replay value. The PvP you are used to in games is similar to the capture mode which is a vamped up king of the hill, but then it has 2 other modes that are more moba influenced which give you completely different experiences. If you're tired of the old chase around death match, this brings another level of co-op and intensity to the game due to all the different things you can do and being able to customize your character differently every match! The moba aspects aren't overwhelming at all unless you play the meltdown mode, where you follow minions to try and lead them to the other goal, or defend your goal. All in all though, it plays very easily, you just have actual goals instead of blind killing. Theres so much store and lore with an amazing raid-like campaign that I've already played through a good couple times! The characters are so interesting and you can unlock more of their backstory through completing certain challenges. It's been a blast and I highly recommend it. It's definitely more enjoyable with friends, but don't fear because it was super easy to make and add new friends due to the integrated steam friend list! Don't be afraid to dust off that mic and talk! The motto is fight together or die alone and they mean it! It's about playing your role right!… Expand
  21. Jurassicmonster
    May 23, 2016
    9
    the game play of battleborn may be a bit hectic and confusing at times but other than that it is a perfect combination of moba and fps its also full of personality but the main selling point are the characters now if only we could have a battleborn and overwatch crossover than i would be truly happy
  22. TyeFighter
    May 24, 2016
    9
    Each character is wildly unique not only in personality, but play style. Battleborn makes up for the handful of levels provided at launch in that it plays like a new game for every character you attempt to wrestle into mastery. With the quality in character design, game mechanics, and trim, I expect this title to have a sizable following for some time.
  23. lonewolfxss
    May 27, 2016
    10
    Awesome game, keeps me wanting to play more, love the art work, no complaints here, gameplay is fantastic for a fps , offers a new genre of fps we can say that did good for next gen
  24. SteveMerkle
    Jun 2, 2016
    8
    This is a great game that GBX/2k couldn't figure out how to market or just didn't do it properly. It has more depth than most games these days. The characters and gear in particular. Each of the 26 characters are different and enjoyable. The balance is surprisingly good coming form GBX who has never made a PVP game before. I have never played anything even close to a MOBA before, yet IThis is a great game that GBX/2k couldn't figure out how to market or just didn't do it properly. It has more depth than most games these days. The characters and gear in particular. Each of the 26 characters are different and enjoyable. The balance is surprisingly good coming form GBX who has never made a PVP game before. I have never played anything even close to a MOBA before, yet I found it quite easy to grasp the multiplayer concepts in the 3 game modes. PVE is a break from the norm when you want to farm gear, etc. but IMO shouldn't be a main selling point. If you buy this game you are mostly buying it for the PVP. There are def some minor problems with the game, but GBX is issuing weekly hotfixes and monthly patches. Along with loads of free maps, modes, characters, and other content down the road. This game is a steal at $60 and I have already put 100+ hours into it.

    That said, many of the news outlets, etc. don't seem to understand what it is. I read their reviews and have to wonder if they put more than a few hours into the game. I see much misinformation from these "trusted" review sites and a lot of it should just be ignored; the good and the bad. I have not spoken to a single person that I have met in game or on my friends list that doesn't like this game.

    GBX shouldn't have released it on the eve of Overwatch's release, as many people have come to worship Blizzard as their god and BB is getting overshadowed; even though they are NOTHING alike and BB has way more content and depth with the $60 Overwatch price tag on consoles. The misinformation by reviewers, Blizzards great marketing, and GBX lack thereof may be enough to stop this game in its tracks which is a crying shame.

    My advice would be to buy it regardless. You'll get your moneys worth.    … Expand
  25. OKIJIN
    Jun 9, 2016
    8
    From the creators of Borderlands we're given a sweet treat of a game for those who love diverse characters and Borderlands type of humor. From the common soldier to a 4 armed witch and a penguin in a mech suite, Battleborn has a focus on crazy crazy characters, all voiced very well and have their own background. What Battleborn also has is a campaign that showed promise but sadly it fellFrom the creators of Borderlands we're given a sweet treat of a game for those who love diverse characters and Borderlands type of humor. From the common soldier to a 4 armed witch and a penguin in a mech suite, Battleborn has a focus on crazy crazy characters, all voiced very well and have their own background. What Battleborn also has is a campaign that showed promise but sadly it fell flat in the end. Not all the characters played a part and there is repetitive gameplay but the characters do mix it up since they all play differently.

    Pros"
    -Fantastic cast of characters
    -Cartoony graphics and attitude
    -The skill trees for each character adds variation
    -The loot system

    Cons:
    -2 maps at launch
    -Wasted campaign
    -Only 1 fun multiplayer mode (Incursion)

    If Battleborn does look fun to you then you most likely will have a good time with it. More modes and maps, as well as characters are coming later. And the campaign could of been better since the creators of Borderlands are behind this game.    … Expand
  26. doczellstoff
    Oct 19, 2016
    9
    Its too bad this game didnt get the traction it deserved right out the get go. I bought it when it went on sale and have been playing it ever since. Fun action, good graphics and sound, cool characters, and lengthy missions have all kept my attention.

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

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  2. Mixed: 14 out of 20
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  1. XboxAddict
    Jul 13, 2016
    70
    It feels as though Battleborn wanted to be so much of everything including an RPG, a MOBA, an FPS, and the list goes on, but instead of trying to be good at everything, I would suggest that it should have been great at a few things.
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  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Jun 20, 2016
    60
    A varied but over-engineered shooter that's a little bit of everything and a whole lot of nothin'. [July 2016, p.84]
  3. Windows Central
    May 25, 2016
    70
    Battleborn is an incredibly ambitious title, and beneath the issues, there beats the heart of a robust and strategic MOBA shooter – and it occasionally reveals itself in exciting moments throughout both PvP and PvE. Methodical, strategic players will potentially get a lot out of the game – particularly if you're playing with co-ordinated friends – but the clunky engine could dissuade traditional first-person shooter fans. It'll be interesting to see how Battleborn develops further over the coming months.
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