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New Borderlands 2 class, some collector’s edition details revealed during PAX East
As if actually getting to play Borderlands 2 this weekend wasn’t enough, Gearbox also revealed some intimate details about the game. A new class, the Mechromancer (pictured), will be available as free DLC (post-launch) to those of us fanatics who pre-order the game. The Mechromancer will be a human/machine hybrid, and will have the power to control D374-TP (known as “Deathtrap”) robots.
But that’s not all. Borderlands 2 will also include new customization options for characters, meaning you’ll be able to create your own wardrobe as you earn different gear and costumes. But the big news is the collector’s edition, which will be in the shape of a loot box and will have a Marcus bobblehead. Aforementioned fanatics will be paying a steep $149.99 for it. We’ll let you know the details as soon as we have more.
Borderlands 2 will be out on September 18th (a painful five months!) for PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
[Source: IGN]
Posted in News, PC, PS3, Xbox 360
Tagged Borderlands 2, PAX East 2012
PAX East 2012: 2K offering fans a chance to play Borderlands 2, XCOM RTS, more
If you’re a Borderlands fan, and you happen to be in the Boston area next weekend, you might want to consider getting a day pass for PAX East.
2K Games and Gearbox Software announced today that a co-op Borderlands 2 demo will be playable at their booth on the show floor. The demo will feature the “Caustic Caverns” map, and you can play as either the brand spankin’ new Gunzerker class or the new and improved Siren.
If that’s not enough Borderlands action for you, you can also check out Gearbox Software’s panel on Sunday, April 8th, where they will be talking about Borderlands 2 and all the other games they are currently working on.
Borderlands publisher 2K Games has plenty more planned for PAX 2012. Hit the jump for more details. (more…)
Posted in News, PC, PS3, Xbox 360
Tagged Borderlands 2, PAX East 2012, Spec Ops: The Line, XCOM: Enemy Unknown
Borderlands 2 trailer, “Doomsday,” dates the game, rips your face off
I don’t often say this, and I don’t usually put much stock in trailers, but damn. I’ve got goosebumps after watching that trailer. I nearly joypuked at my desk. I’m so looking forward to Salvador, Maya, Axton, and, uh, Zero the invisible ninja. This trailer is bigger than life. There’s still going to be four-player co-op, you can catch a new ride (come on get you one!), and there will be more skills – “for the payment of bigger bills.” There’s also a brand new baddie, a tyrant named Handsome Jack, who seems to have some sort of Death Star device. It’s no joke that “we’re gonna need a lotta guns.”
Borderlands 2 will be out on September 18 for PC, PS3, and Xbox 360. I don’t know about you, but I’m so ready to get back to Pandora.
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Tagged Borderlands 2
Borderlands 2’s new trailer features Lilith in the game and in real life
Gearbox Software has completed their search for a real life model to portray Borderlands 2‘s Lilith. And thanks to this exclusive video from G4, we get to perv on see Yasemin Arslan as she’s transformed from a non-tattooed blonde into the inked, fiery redhead.
More importantly, we also get our first glimpse at Lilith within the cel-shaded world of Borderlands 2. No disrespect meant to Ms. Arslan, but I had kinda hoped this “real life model” trend was dead.
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Tagged Borderlands 2
Warp Zoned Wish List: What We Want From Borderlands 2
When Borderlands first came out back in October of 2009, I was smitten. I got it, played every single mission alone, and basically just devoured the game. Playing it on the PS3 was what some saw as my major handicap; most of my friends had it for the Xbox 360. However, I had a fantastic time playing the game alone. I played as Lilith the Siren, friendless and badass; I made that game my bitch, and then set it aside to move onto the next one. By the time the DLC came out, I was involved in other games.
Fast forward to a few weeks ago, when Borderlands was on sale for $14.99 – with all of the DLC – for PlayStation Plus subscribers. I gobbled it up, lent my hard copy to a friend, and dove right back in again. Podcast Producer Ryan Littlefield and I beat the game in just two short weeks, and as we approached the vault, he told me he’d found a copy of the GOTY edition at Target for $8 in the clearance section. “Of course you did,” I laughed, “they’re probably doing all this to gear up for the announcement of Borderlands 2.” That night, the rumor broke on Eurogamer; the next morning, Borderlands 2 was officially announced by 2K Games.
What this means is that there is massive potential here for a sequel that goes off the charts. There’s so much awesome in the first game, but there’s so much that could be adjusted to make the sequel even better. If they find the right balance, Borderlands fans will have much to rejoice about – and many more players to rejoice with. What follows is a detailed list of what I think should be included, discluded, and just plain married to Borderlands 2. (more…)
2K shoots over first Borderlands 2 screenshots
First there was the Game Informer cover, then there was a teaser trailer, now 2K Games and Gearbox Software have released the first screenshots for Borderlands 2. Once again starring Salvador the Gunzerker, the images showcase the franchise’s now iconic cel-shaded graphics and wild wastelands. Hit the jump to see all the screens.
Borderlands 2 will be released on the PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 sometime in 2012, but is playable at this week’s Gamescom show and next week’s PAX Prime. (more…)
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Tagged Borderlands 2, Gamescom 2011
Borderlands 2 teaser trailer goes guncrazy with the Gunzerker
Well here’s a nice late night surprise. A few minutes ago, 2K Games released the first teaser trailer for Borderlands 2! The short clip focuses on new character Salvador the Gunzerker and his “shoot first, ask questions never” gameplay style.
Borderlands 2 will be available for the PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 in 2012, but if you can’t wait that long the game will be playable at both Gamescom 2011 (from August 17 – August 21) and PAX Prime (Booth #3417 from August 26 – August 28).
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Tagged Borderlands 2, Gamescom 2011, PAX Prime 2011
Warp Zoned Podcast: Episode 17
This week on the Warp Zoned Podcast, Nicole Kline, Ryan Littlefield, John Scalzo, and special guest Anthony Schneegas discuss a very important topic: Borderlands! What they love, what they hate, and most importantly, how to catch a riiiiiiiiiiiiiiide. Oh, and they also talked a bit about the new 3DS Ambassador program Nintendo unveiled, which has Ryan and Nicole pretty darn excited. They round it out with whether or not games are too expensive, what’s too much to pay for a game, and why some developers can be real hypocrites about it. If you’re playing Borderlands right now and want some company, feel free to add Nicole and Ryan on the PSN – her name is toitle and his is rightontargt4. And remember, we want your questions! Email us at mailbag [at] warp zoned [dot] com or Twitter-mention us at @WarpZoned.
And be sure to check back next week for Episode 18!
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Tagged Borderlands 2