Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 SP1 64-bit Processeur : Core 2 Duo 2GHz or equivalent Mémoire vive : 3 GB de mémoire Graphiques : ATI or NVIDIA card w/512 MB RAM DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Direct X 9.0c sound device Notes supplémentaires : Not Recommended for Intel integrated graphics
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires
Tales from the Borderlands
The narrative is the engine that propels this Telltale adventure, with players diving deep into its twists and humor. Across 19,438 Steam reviews the game holds a Very Positive rating, 94% positive overall and the same 94% positive in the post‑release sample of 487 reviews.
In-game
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 140 | 133 | 3 | 4 |
| Gameplay | 89 | 72 | 8 | 9 |
| Audio / music | 20 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Performance | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Graphics / art | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Value for money | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 12 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.7 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 Nov 13, 2014 · All-time low: €1.99 (Dec 19, 2024)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 35 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 52,2 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Story dominates praise: 133 positive mentions out of 140 total (only 4 negative, 3 mixed).
- Audio receives unanimous acclaim: 20 positive mentions out of 20.
- Graphics are well received: 5 positive mentions out of 6, with the remaining mention mixed.
- Content and price are both praised: 10 positive mentions for content and 3 positive mentions for price, 100% positive in each category.
Weaknesses
- Performance draws mixed feelings: 3 positive mentions out of 7, with 3 negative and 1 mixed.
- User interface is a pain point: 4 negative mentions out of 5 total, only 1 positive.
- Gameplay, while largely liked, has notable uncertainty: 8 mixed mentions out of 89 total.
Who is it for?
Fans of narrative‑driven adventure games and the Borderlands universe will relish the witty storytelling and strong audio‑visual design. Players who prioritize smooth performance or a polished UI may find the experience less satisfying.
Is Tales from the Borderlands worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 19,438 Steam reviews are positive (player score 94/100). Most-praised strength: Story dominates praise. Current price: 19,99€.
Verdict
Tales from the Borderlands shines where it matters most—its story, humor, and sound design—earning a solid 94% positive rating. However, technical hiccups in performance and a clunky UI keep it from being flawless. If you can overlook those rough edges, the game offers a memorable adventure worth the time.
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