Borderlands - PlayStation 3 (Good)

Product Overview

• Product Name: Borderlands
• New or Used: Used
• In Case or Loose: In Case
• Overall Condition: Good
• Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
• Notes: Original Borderlands for PlayStation 3 comes complete in OEM case with manual and artwork included; disc is clean and fully tested. Solid copy ready to play or add to your collection.

Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.

What's Included

• PS3 Game Disc: Yes
• Disc Count: 1
• Manual / Instructions: Yes
• Case Artwork: Yes
• Case Type: OEM/Original*
• Extras:

Game Description

Borderlands drops players into a hostile frontier where survival, greed, and dark humor collide on the lawless planet of Pandora. From abandoned outposts to sun-scorched wastelands, the game presents a world that feels dangerous, absurd, and deliberately unpolished, setting the stage for an experience that thrives on chaos rather than control.

At its core, the single-player campaign revolves around momentum. Every encounter feeds into a loop of combat, loot discovery, and character growth that constantly pushes players forward. New weapons radically change how fights unfold, skill upgrades reshape playstyle, and missions are structured to keep experimentation at the forefront. Borderlands is less about following a rigid narrative path and more about carving out your own approach as Pandora steadily opens up.

What makes Borderlands endure is its confidence in tone. The exaggerated visuals, offbeat writing, and relentless focus on progression give the game an identity that feels instantly recognizable. For collectors, it stands as a turning point for PlayStation 3 shooters, showing how RPG mechanics, stylized presentation, and replay-driven design could merge into a single, cohesive experience without sacrificing personality.

Gameplay Features

• Single-player campaign set across the hostile wastelands of Pandora
• Progression-driven gameplay loop built around combat, loot, and skill growth
• Massive weapon variety that continuously alters combat dynamics
• Stylized cel-shaded presentation that defines the game’s visual identity
• Supports local split-screen couch co-op for shared offline play
• Mission design that encourages exploration and flexible playstyles

Historical Trivia or Fun Fact

Borderlands emerged during a period when most shooters chased realism, choosing instead to embrace exaggerated art direction and RPG-style systems. This creative risk helped it stand out immediately upon release.

The game is frequently referenced when discussing the origins of the modern “looter shooter,” a design philosophy later seen in titles like Destiny and The Division. Its emphasis on repetition-as-reward helped redefine how progression could drive long-term engagement in first-person games.

Additional Details

• Variant: Standard Release (Black Label)
• Genre: Shooter
• Year Released: 2009
• Publisher: 2K Games
• Developer: Gearbox Software
• ESRB Rating: M - Mature
• UPC: 710425373282
• SKU: 19770
• Format: Sony PlayStation 3 (PS3) video game disc
• Platform: Sony PlayStation 3 console (PS3 system)
• Region: NTSC (U.S. & Canada)

Important Information

• *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original PS3 cases. (See photos)
• Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches) may no longer be supported.
• Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
• Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
• All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
• Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.