Borderlands - PC
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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-19. Price and availability subject to change.
Bottom line: The Borderlands - PC is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro software & media category, priced around $17.13. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Borderlands supports 2-4 players via Games for Windows LIVE.
- ✓ Backed by 2K's warranty and support channels
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Gearbox Software has developed revolutionary new technology to create Borderlands’ incredible layers of gameplay depth. Borderlands features a groundbreaking content generation system allowing for near-endless variety in missions, environments, enemies, weapons, item drops and character customization.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Borderlands - PC using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the retro software & media category. 2K's retro software & media lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro software & media of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Key Features
- Borderlands supports 2-4 players via Games for Windows LIVE.
- Borderlands is built from the ground up to be an intuitive co-operative experience for up to four players that rewards players who work together and invest in co-op skills. Split screen is also supported.
- In this rpg shooter, choose one of four distinct characters, each with their own individual skill sets. As your character grows throughout this fast-paced FPS, you choose and customize your abilities to suit your style of play.
- Jump behind the wheel and engage in high-speed vehicle-to-vehicle combat, complete with spectacular explosions and road-killed enemies.
- Choose from literally hundreds of thousands of weapons, each with their own manufacturers, specifications, and advantages via a revolutionary content generation system.
Full Specifications
| Brand | 2K |
|---|---|
| Rated | Mature |
| Release date | October 26, 2009 |
| Type of item | DVD-ROM |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Publication Date | October 26, 2009 |
| Computer Platform | PC |
| Number of Players | 1 |
| Package Dimensions | 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches; 4 ounces |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00710425313301 |
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Borderlands - PC is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-19. Price and availability subject to change.
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