Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows XP SP3 Processeur : Double-cœur 2.4 GHz Mémoire vive : 2 Go de RAM (XP)/ 2 Go de RAM(Vista) Disque dur : 13 Go d'espace disque disponible Mémoire vive vidéo : 256 Mo de RAM Carte graphique : NVIDIA GeForce 8500 /ATI Radeon HD 2600 Son : Carte son compatible DirectX 9.0c Autres : L'installation initiale requiert une connexion unique à internet pour l'authentification Steam ; Logiciels requis pour l'installation (inclus avec le jeu) : Client Steam, DirectX 9, Microsoft .NET 4 Framework, Visual C++ Redistributable 2005, Visual C++ Redistributable 2008, V
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows XP SP3/Vista/Win 7 Processeur : Quadri-cœur 2.3 GHz Mémoire vive : 2 Go de RAM (XP)/ 2 Go de RAM(Vista) Disque dur : 20 Go d'espace disque disponible Mémoire vive vidéo : 512 Mo de RAM Carte graphique : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 / ATI Radeon HD 5850 Son : Carte son compatible DirectX 9.0c Autres : L'installation initiale requiert une connexion unique à internet pour l'authentification Steam ; Logiciels requis pour l'installation (inclus avec le jeu) : Client Steam, DirectX 9, Microsoft .NET 4 Framework, Visual C++ Redistributable 2005, Visual C++ Red
Borderlands 2
Players routinely clock more than 25 hours, with 285 reviewers reporting such marathon sessions. Steam’s overall sentiment is Very Positive, 90% of 312,010 reviews are favorable, and post‑release sentiment stays high at 89% positive among 494 sampled reviews.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 107 | 95 | 2 | 10 |
| Story / writing | 50 | 45 | 2 | 3 |
| Content / longevity | 28 | 25 | 0 | 3 |
| Multiplayer | 26 | 12 | 0 | 14 |
| Graphics / art | 18 | 16 | 1 | 1 |
| Performance | 13 | 6 | 0 | 7 |
| Audio / music | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 7 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Value for money | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Interface / UX | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 45 h on median; those who dislike it: 22 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 16, 2026 · All-time low: €7.49 (Sep 12, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 75 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 15,7 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
8 review videos analyzed: 6 positive2 mixed0 negative
Créateurs et joueurs s'accordent sur l'excellence du gameplay, de l'audio et du contenu de *Borderlands 2*, salués pour leur qualité et leur profondeur. En revanche, ils divergent sur les bugs et l'interface utilisateur, les joueurs pointant des problèmes techniques récurrents, tandis que les créateurs en parlent peu ou les minimisent, et sur le multiplayer, globalement apprécié par les YouTubeurs mais critiqué par les joueurs pour ses lacunes.
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Strengths
- Gameplay dominates the praise with 95 positive mentions out of 107, highlighting the game's ability to engage players.
- The story is well‑received, with 45 positive mentions out of 50, indicating a compelling narrative.
- Graphics and audio also receive acclaim, with 16 positive mentions out of 18 for graphics and 7 out of 9 for audio, showcasing the game's visual and aural appeal.
- Content is praised, with 25 positive mentions out of 28, suggesting a high level of replayability and value.
- Humor and nostalgia resonate strongly, appearing 21 and 11 times respectively among frequent keywords.
Weaknesses
- Performance issues are a concern, with 7 negative mentions out of 13, indicating some players have experienced optimization problems.
- Bugs are also a problem, with 6 negative mentions out of 7, highlighting the need for further polishing.
- The user interface receives some criticism, with 2 negative mentions out of 3, suggesting room for improvement in this area.
- Multiplayer, while popular, has a mixed reception, with 12 positive mentions but also 14 negative ones, indicating some issues with online play.
Who is it for?
This game is ideal for fans of action RPGs and looter‑shooters who enjoy a mix of humor, engaging gameplay, and rich content. Players looking for high replayability and strong co‑op experiences will also find Borderlands 2 appealing.
Is Borderlands 2 worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 90% of 312,010 Steam reviews are positive (player score 89/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates the praise. Current price: 7,49€ (75% off).
Verdict
Borderlands 2 maintains a very positive standing since launch, with 90% favorable Steam reviews overall and 89% post‑release approval. Its engaging gameplay, compelling story, and solid audiovisual presentation make it a standout title in its genre. While performance hiccups and bugs persist, the strengths and devoted community render it a must‑play for genre enthusiasts.
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