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Can I play Borderlands 2 without playing pre-sequel?

It isn't completely necessary at all. It holds a level of value to the story of course, but Borderlands is all about having fun in the ens. Crazy guns, outrageous characters and being badass. Feel free to jump in.
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Do you have to play The Pre-Sequel before Borderlands 2?

Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel mostly takes place in-between Borderlands and Borderlands 2, but you should play Borderlands 2 before diving into The Pre-Sequel. This is because Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel's introduction and ending actually take place after Borderlands 2.
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Can you play Borderlands 2 first?

No, you don't need to play BL1 before playing BL2. BL2 works fine on it's own. Additionally, BL2 is also a more refined version of the game engine, I happen to like it better.
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Can you play Borderlands 2 with someone who doesn t have the DLC?

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If I buy the DLC, can my friends play on them without them buying it? Or is it like "everyone has to own this DLC to play on it"? It depends, if you have the Mechromancer/Psycho pack you'll still be able to play with others, but if you play on the DLC maps then they won't be able to join you.
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Should I play Borderlands 2 alone?

The game is just fun to pick up and play for a few hours. While solo play isn't the most ideal way to play, it can still be fun and challenging for veteran players. Maya and Axton may be the most comfortable to play for players trying for the first time. Borderlands 2 is still as fun as it was before.
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Can You Beat Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel With ONLY White Guns and No Skill Points?

Can I just play Borderlands 2?

No. Borderlands 2 features characters from the original as non-playable characters, but the story itself does not rely on that of the original since there is a new bad guy, new plot, etc.
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Why is Borderlands 2 so much better?

In many ways, Borderlands 2 is the best starting point for not only the series, but also potentially the first-person shooter genre overall. Its gameplay prioritizes fun over all else, and its side content as well as kooky characters do well to break up the in-depth mechanics.
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Can I play DLC without the game?

Can you install DLC without the game? Yes, you can buy DLC without having the base game installed. The Store page for the DLC will say you own the base game.
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Can I play only DLC without the game?

If you purchase DLC before purchasing a game, the DLC will be added to your account but it will not be downloadable or accessible until you install the game it is intended for.
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What is the max level in Borderlands 2 without DLC?

The current max level in Borderlands the Pre-Sequel is capped at level 70. In order to reach this, you will need to have both “Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Packs” as the base game without these DLCs caps out at LVL 50.
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What do I need to know before playing Borderlands 2?

Here's what I've got:
  1. Have friends. ...
  2. Set aside lots of time for those main story missions. ...
  3. If you don't have friends, choose your class wisely. ...
  4. Plan out your skill tree, but don't be afraid to respec. ...
  5. Try out multiple classes. ...
  6. Play loooooooooots of side quests. ...
  7. Look for those fancy elemental weapons. ...
  8. Take your own vehicle.
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In what order should I play Borderlands 2?

Borderlands games in chronological order
  1. Borderlands.
  2. Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel.
  3. Borderlands 2.
  4. Tales from the Borderlands.
  5. Borderlands 3.
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What is the best Borderlands 2 character for beginner?

Axton the Commando is recommended for new players as he is an all-around character that is the most beginner-friendly class. Mechromancer is a class that can summon a giant robot and deal shock damage. Gaige, the Mechromancer, has the Anarchy ability that increases her damage but decreases her accuracy.
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Can I skip Borderlands pre sequel?

TPS doesn't add much to the story after BL2, it is the story of Jack's rise to power and the resulting corruption that turns into in the villain of BL2. So yes you can skip it if you're just playing BL2 before BL3, but its definitely worth a playthrough at some point.
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How many hours does it take to beat Borderlands pre sequel?

When focusing on the main objectives, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel! is about 18 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 57 Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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Can you 100% a game without DLC?

Yes you would. E.g. Northgard and Two Point Hospital added achievements in every expansion.
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What happens if you buy a DLC without the game?

If you don't own it, it will say that you require the base game in order to play the DLC. Steam will give you the information you need to be able to play it, but if you insist on buying DLC without owning the base game, it'll still sell it to you it'll give you an error message that you need to buy the base game first.
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Can you delete DLC without deleting game?

It is not possible to remove a DLC separately once it was installed on the PS4. To remove a DLC, you will need to uninstall the full game and then reinstall it without the DLC.
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What does DLC stand for in games?

abbreviation. downloadable content: additional content that can be purchased online and added on to a video game, as to enhance its features: If you buy the DLC, you'll have access to the new weapon packs. I had more fun playing the DLC than the game itself. See also expansion (def. 9).
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Can you play DLC offline?

In order to play DLC offline or on other profiles on the same system, you will need to use the same console that the DLC was originally purchased with.
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What was the first game with DLC?

In 1997, Cavedog offered a new unit every month as free downloadable content for their real-time strategy computer game Total Annihilation.
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Is Borderlands 2 Endless?

Gearbox Software has unveiled Borderlands 2's Badass system, its character-wide progression system with an infinite number of levels.
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How many hours of gameplay is Borderlands 2?

When focusing on the main objectives, Borderlands 2 is about 30 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 129 Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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Which is more fun BL2 or BL3?

The missions are a bit better and maybe a bit more varied mostly due to a better engine and the repetive nature could be gone if you had it in 2. Only thing that 2 did better was the story, 3 has a abismal story that is the biggest pile of shot that has been made in the borderlands series.
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