Borderlands 2 is a genre-defining looter-shooter celebrated for its addictive gameplay loop, memorable characters, and engaging cooperative play. While it remains a beloved 'comfort game' for many, recent sentiment is polarized by controversial EULA updates and technical issues that hinder access for some players.
Pros
Addictive core gameplay loop featuring a massive variety of weapons and skill trees.95%
Memorable characters and a story that effectively blends dark humor with engaging voice acting.90%
Excellent cooperative multiplayer experience that significantly enhances the fun.85%
Huge amount of content and high replayability, especially when including DLC.80%
Strong atmospheric soundtrack and distinct visual art style.70%
Cons
Widespread community backlash regarding updated Terms of Service and data collection concerns.90%
Technical bugs such as configuration file loading errors can prevent the game from launching.50%
Gunplay and movement can feel floaty or dated compared to modern sequels.60%
Repetitive mission structures and a heavy reliance on grinding for certain loot.60%
Notable Mentions
Reviewers strongly suggest purchasing the game on sale specifically with all DLC included.
The game is noted to run well on handheld devices like the ROG Ally.
Some long-term players feel the humor and meme-centric writing have not aged perfectly.
Confidence: 63%
Based on the 193 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 8, 2026
Game Vitals
Live snapshot
Player Activity
Current peak
2.8K
Peak · last 90 days
4.6K
All-time peak
123.6K
Price
Current price
$19.99$4.99-75%
Lowest tracked
$4.99since Dec 19, 2025
Review Sentiment
Launch week
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Last 30 days
100%
All-time positive
90%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews311.5K
Positive: 278.8K (90%)Negative: 32.7K (10%)
2%
Steam Deck Verified
0%
Dev Response Rate
104h
Avg Playtime at Review
75%
Credible Reviews
Borderlands 2 Reviews — What 311,466 Players Think | GamerVerdict
