Have you picked up Borderlands yet? No? Why not? It's only like the best game to come out this year. Don't believe me? That's cool. We all have different opinions n stuff.
So yea. I picked up Borderlands on Tuesday, played solo till about level 7 or 8 and had a pretty good time. Yesterday though when I got home work I headed straight to my PS3, booted it up, and hopped into the world of Pandora. I ended up joining a party with two other Dtoiders and we played Borderlands straight till 12AM.
12AM!
I'm not supposed to do that anymore. I can't remember the last time a game had me up way past my bedtime totally making me lose all sense of time. But that just goes to show how awesome the game is.
You see, the game always has something for you to do. Level up your character, increase your proficiency with a certain weapon type, hunt for exotic loot, bang out some quests, explore different zones/areas. The list goes on. And this is why the MMO-style of progression is so great (and hopefully an upcoming extension in gaming as a whole). You are always working towards something. You are always being rewarded. And what makes this all the more enjoyable is that you can do it with friends.
For example, when we first started playing last night we were getting our asses handed to us in a dungeon. I guess because there were three of us the enemies scaled up to a point where they were incredibly tough. So we decide to go out and do some more quests while gaining some levels before we went back. Once we finished we went back to the dungeon and DESTROYED it. Very satisfying. Oh, and ElZilcho managed to find a sniper rifle that has a chance to incinerate people. I didn't even get the weapon, but I was excited because that is totally fucking badass.
Alright, I'm done. Go out and pick up Borderlands. Seriously, do it! If you end up getting it for the PS3 drop a message for me (handle: wtfistheinternet). I have a feeling that I'll be playing this game for quite some time. If you pick it up I'm sure you would do the same.
I agree on buying it right now. I would have joined you guys last night since Zilcho invited me. But:
1. I was switching in between college work and Borderlands (doing a mission is a nice little break between work).
2. I was level 18 at the time. The game's autobalance would probably have raped you two seeing as how you guys were at level 11 at the time.
It's really a shame though that I couldn't since I had some stuffs you guys might have liked from my higher leveled game. Still saving two health grenade mods (which are purple in the rarity level) for any takers since I'm a Berserker with maxed out health and shield and have no need for them. Plus I'm having too much fun with my teleportation grenades.
I'd join in with ya, but I have it for 360. Real life needs to stop getting in the way, I've only been able to put in like 4 hours so far. This shit is addictive!
I reserved the LAST copy of this game as how could I say no to $39.96 for a brand new game?? Awesome AWESOME price point. My buddy came over with his PS3 and we played a LAN game for 9 hours or so and finished a 15 pack of beer, then got up around 11:30am and played till 6pm.
Hey, don't forget about the sniper rifle ElZilcho gave me that shoots exploding bullets. Looking forward to trying that puppy out tonight.
Last night was ridiculously fun. It's amazing how smooth it runs with all of us playing. Can't wait to meet up with you guys again and shoot some limbs off.
i will be getting in on ps3 (brandnewkirk) but cant till NEXT friday, everyone is gonna be such higher levels it wont be fun coop. oh well single player still looks awesome!
Yeah, the game's awesome, I've mostly been playing splitscreen with a neigbor. My PSN's also decoyb, I'm pretty low level right now but I'll be playing this one for a while so anyone with the game feel free to add me.
Yeah, this game is amazing. My Hunter just hit level 20 and got out of Fyrestone today, my mind was blown. I'd play with ya, but I have it on 360. If any 360 guys would like to play though, my Gamertag's the same as my username, don't hesitate to send me an invite.
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I agree on buying it right now. I would have joined you guys last night since Zilcho invited me. But:
1. I was switching in between college work and Borderlands (doing a mission is a nice little break between work).
2. I was level 18 at the time. The game's autobalance would probably have raped you two seeing as how you guys were at level 11 at the time.
It's really a shame though that I couldn't since I had some stuffs you guys might have liked from my higher leveled game. Still saving two health grenade mods (which are purple in the rarity level) for any takers since I'm a Berserker with maxed out health and shield and have no need for them. Plus I'm having too much fun with my teleportation grenades.
@ The Pat Man
Is your PSN handle the same as your name here? I want to shoot you a friends request tonight.
I'd join in with ya, but I have it for 360. Real life needs to stop getting in the way, I've only been able to put in like 4 hours so far. This shit is addictive!
If only it was already out on PC. :(
But that's alright, it's already pre-loading on steam so right when Monday hits I'll be ready to kick some ass!
PSN:Saffron
I believe I am @ lvl 24 and I am a Hunter.....
I reserved the LAST copy of this game as how could I say no to $39.96 for a brand new game?? Awesome AWESOME price point. My buddy came over with his PS3 and we played a LAN game for 9 hours or so and finished a 15 pack of beer, then got up around 11:30am and played till 6pm.
This game just rocks for being so damn fun.
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My PSN is Patmann2009. Add me anytime.
Hey, don't forget about the sniper rifle ElZilcho gave me that shoots exploding bullets. Looking forward to trying that puppy out tonight.
Last night was ridiculously fun. It's amazing how smooth it runs with all of us playing. Can't wait to meet up with you guys again and shoot some limbs off.
@Char Aznable: What level you at? Been playing it on 360 with Holyetheline and a friend of his after work everyday. A 4th person would be sweet.
If anyone wants to 360 it up with me later my gamertag is Affinitia. I love this game!
Dammit! I have a PS3, and want to shoot things and level up with friends. Temptations.
i will be getting in on ps3 (brandnewkirk) but cant till NEXT friday, everyone is gonna be such higher levels it wont be fun coop. oh well single player still looks awesome!
Can't wait for more. I need it to live. It's fun to play like a shooter but eats my life like an RPG. And loot. My soul yearns for moar sweet lootz.
Yeah, the game's awesome, I've mostly been playing splitscreen with a neigbor. My PSN's also decoyb, I'm pretty low level right now but I'll be playing this one for a while so anyone with the game feel free to add me.
I cannot wait to pick this game up tomorrow. Gamertag nikmonroe on the 360 if anybodies interested.
Yes, but this game. It wins.
Borderlands
Available: October 26th, 2009
This game will unlock in approximately 3 days and 20 hours
Bah! I can't wait!!!
It's fucking awesome man.
In the boat with mourning orange. It's a more impressive looking boat
I CAN'T PLAY IT UNTILE THE 26th! Stop making it hurt so much! arrrrrr
Yeah, this game is amazing. My Hunter just hit level 20 and got out of Fyrestone today, my mind was blown. I'd play with ya, but I have it on 360. If any 360 guys would like to play though, my Gamertag's the same as my username, don't hesitate to send me an invite.