Borderlands 2
The Ultimate Vault Hunter’s Upgrade lets you get the most out of the Borderlands 2 experience.
Release DateSep 17, 2012
Metacritic89
Achievements75 items
PlatformsWindows / macOS / Linux
DeveloperGearbox Software, Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux)
📖 Wiki Guides
Quick Start Guide
Getting Started in Three Steps
- First, check the official information summary: Confirm the release status, available platforms, and pricing to avoid buying the wrong version.
- Compare system requirements: Use the minimum / recommended specifications to confirm whether your device can run it smoothly.
- Familiarize yourself with the basic loop: Go through the tutorials and core operations first, then consider deeper gameplay.
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| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Genre Tags | Action, RPG |
| Supported Platforms | Windows / macOS / Linux |
| Controller Support | Full controller support (Steam marks as full) |
| Official Languages | English, French, German… |
| Store Pricing | $19.99 |
| Difficulty | High |
| Session Length | 30-60 minutes |
💻 System Requirements
Windows Minimum
- OS: Windows XP SP3
- Processor: 2.4 GHz Dual Core Processor
- Memory: 2 GB(XP)/ 2 GB(Vista)
- Hard Disk Space: 13 GB free
- Video Memory: 256 MB
- Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8500 /ATI Radeon HD 2600
- Sound: DirectX 9.0c Compatible
- Other Requirements:Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include Steam Client, DirectX 9, Microsoft .NET 4 Framework, Visual C++ Redistributable 2005, Visual C++ Redistributable 2008, Visual C++ Redistributable 2010, and AMD CPU Drivers (XP Only/AMD Only)
Windows Recommended
- OS: Windows XP SP3/Vista/Win 7
- Processor: 2.3 GHz Quad Core processor
- Memory: 2 GB
- Hard Disk Space: 20 GB free
- Video Memory: 512MB
- Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 / ATI Radeon HD 5850
- Sound: DirectX 9.0c Compatible
- Other Requirements:Initial installation requires one-time internet connection for Steam authentication; software installations required (included with the game) include Steam Client, DirectX 9, Microsoft .NET 4 Framework, Visual C++ Redistributable 2005, Visual C++ Redistributable 2008, Visual C++ Redistributable 2010, and AMD CPU Drivers (XP Only/AMD Only)
macOS Minimum
- OS: 10.12 (Sierra)
- Processor: 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo (Dual-Core)
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space: 13 GB
- Video Memory: 256 MB
- Video Card: ATI Radeon HD 2600 / NVidia Geforce 8800/ Intel HD 3000
- Additional: Macintosh mouse and keyboard. Borderlands 2 supports both the Xbox 360 wired gamepad AND the PlayStation 3 Dualshock 3 Wireless Controller
- NOTICE: It is possible for Mac and PC to become out of sync during updates. Within this short time period, Mac users will only be able to play other Mac users.
- NOTICE: This game is not supported on volumes formatted as Mac OS Extended (Case Sensitive)
- NOTICE: The following video chipsets are unsupported for Borderlands 2: ATI RADEON HD 2400, NVIDIA 8600m, NVIDIA 9400m, 9600m, Intel Integrated GMA 950, Intel Integrated x3100 NOTICE:The Mac version is only available in English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish.
Linux Minimum
- Operating System: SteamOS, Ubuntu 14.04 CPU Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad, AMD Phenom II X4 CPU Speed: 2.4GHz Memory: 4 GB RAM Hard Disk Space: 13 GB Video Card (NVidia): Geforce 260 Video Memory (VRam): 1GB IMPORTANT NOTICE: Don't meet the above requirements? That doesn't mean your configuration wont run Borderlands 2. Visit the Borderlands 2 community page to share your experience with other Linux players and learn about how to send bugs to Aspyr. Your feedback will help us improve Borderlands 2 Linux and future AAA Linux releases! NOTICE: Intel Integrated video chipsets and ATI chipsets are currently unsupported for Borderlands 2 Linux. NOTICE:The Linux version is only available in English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. [/list]
🏆 Achievements
75 items
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