I picked up Borderlands for PC last week after my buddy, Henry, raved about it. I am traditionally not a fan of FPS (First Person Shooter) games but this one blew me away. From the amazing rotoscoped -looking cell-shaded graphics to the sick sense of humor this game kicks ass.
Borderlands combines a solid FPS experience with a decent RPG (role playing game) mechanic to allow you to modify your character using a “talent tree” set up similar to most RPGs. You can choose from 4 characters, each offering a different set of skills and expertise in weaponry. The game is based around your character and fulfilling missions picked up along the way from NPC (non-playable characters) and other sources. The extensive arsenal of guns doesn’t disappoint. There are many weapons that combine elemental damage such as fire, corrosion and lightning with raw fire power.
Hopefully I have teased you enough to check out Borderlands. Good luck.]
Graphics – 4/5
Controls – 3.5/5
Plot and ambiance – 4.5/5
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