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Do I need to play the Borderlands games in order?

Each new installment likes to jump around on the timeline. Although it does not matter too much what order you play Borderlands, it is nice to know how they fit chronologically.
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Is it OK to skip Borderlands 1?

You can skip it but you will be confused on the story. Borderlands 1 was a fantastic game, you'd be missing out big time if you skipped it! BL1 sucks Compared to BL2 so just skip it. First one is a really good one, but skipping it is not going to keep you from enjoying the second one.
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Do I need to play Borderlands 1 and 2 to play 3?

Yes, you'll be fine. While past characters like Lilith or Rhys will be making appearances, you don't have to go back and play all the earlier games. Events that happened previously will be referenced, but this is a new plot, with new main characters, new villains, and a new storyline.
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Is it necessary to play Borderlands 1 before 2?

The story in BL1 is quite basic but it's a good idea to play through it (and the General Knoxx DLC) once to learn about the world and the characters. This will make the (much better) stories of BL2, BL:TPS, and Tales from the Borderlands x10 times more interesting and engaging.
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Does it matter what order you play Borderlands in?

Although it does not matter too much what order you play Borderlands, it is nice to know how they fit chronologically. Also, the Borderlands series has launched another spin-off title: Tiny Tina's Wonderlands.
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Does it matter which Borderlands you play first?

Yes, you'll be fine. While past characters like Lilith or Rhys will be making appearances, you don't have to go back and play all the earlier games. Events that happened previously will be referenced, but this is a new plot, with new main characters, new villains, and a new storyline.
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Can I play Borderlands 3 without playing 1?

You definitely can! You'll end up missing out on the excitement of seeing your favorite characters from the previous game but it won't take away from the actual story itself.
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Is Borderlands 2 and 3 connected?

Tales from the Borderlands takes place between Borderlands 2 and Borderlands 3. The first chapters are all set just a short time after the events of the second game, whereas the last two take place right around the same timeframe as The Pre-Sequel, which was also set before the events of Borderlands 3.
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Can I skip to Borderlands 2?

So yes you can skip it if you're just playing BL2 before BL3, but its definitely worth a playthrough at some point. IMHO Pre-Sequel plain sncks. Save your money unless you're a fan of truly mindless killing for no reason whatsoever, and dumb jokes.
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Can I skip Borderlands 3?

Unfortunately, no you cannot skip cutscenes in Borderlands 3. This means you're going to need to settle for sitting through each and every cinematic scene that the game throws your way. This also includes the very lengthy intro video, where Marcus explains everything about the beginning of the game.
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Is it OK to play Borderlands 3 before 2?

Can you jump into Borderlands 3 without having played 1 and 2? Yes, but I think your enjoyment of the game will be greatly enhanced by knowing all the backstories and characters.
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Is Borderlands 2 better than Borderlands?

The Borderlands franchise has gotten better with including interesting locations through each game. While there are some crazy DLC areas in 2, Borderlands 3 contains some of the coolest locations in the series so far.
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How many hours is Borderlands 1?

When focusing on the main objectives, Borderlands is about 22½ Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 62½ Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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Does Borderlands 1 have multiple endings?

There are five endings in New Tales from the Borderlands.

Though they all are based on the protagonists' relationships with each other, only the two true endings have a Skateboard Score requirement.
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Is Borderlands free forever?

Once it's in your library, Gearbox's loot shooter is yours to keep forever. Borderlands 3 is the first of four free games that will be given away during Epic's massive Mega Sale that just launched. The chaotic and humorous FPS released in 2019 to mostly positive reviews.
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Is Borderlands 3 bigger than 2?

Nicholson lists some activities players can expect in the lengthy game in the enormous world of Pandora: “It's much bigger than Borderlands 2. There's all different types of side missions, there's the main mission, of course.
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Is Borderlands 3 repetitive?

Gearbox's sci-fi loot shooter series Borderlands 3 is puerile in tone, repetitive to play and utter reductive. This third instalment proper particularly so; a few minor tweaks and improvements aside, it essentially offers the exact same experience its predecessor did seven years and one entire gaming generation ago.
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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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Are all the Borderlands games connected?

Borderlands games in chronological order

While yes, the bulk of the action takes place after the first Borderlands and before the second, the structure of the game is told via flashbacks and the present-day section is set after Borderlands 2.
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What games do I need to play before Borderlands 3?

If you have time to play anything, make sure you finish BL1 and 2. If you've already done that, prioritize Tales, then Lilith, then maybe the Pre-Sequel I guess, as there's a bit of story stuff in that too, I hear (that's one even I skipped).
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How many hours of gameplay is Borderlands 3?

When focusing on the main objectives, Borderlands 3 is about 23 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 72 Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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Is Borderlands 1 the same as the pre sequel?

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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Which Borderlands games are worth playing?

Overall, Borderlands 2 is a prime example of a game that combines good shooting, RPG mechanics, a good story, characters, and humor all into one package, and it's definitely worth playing in 2022.
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Do I need to play Borderlands before Tales from the Borderlands?

That can be quite nice, as that means there's no need to play the previous instalment (or really any other Borderlands titles) before diving into New Tales from the Borderlands, but I know that there are some who will be disappointed to learn this — myself included.
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