Gearbox, 2K, and Take-Two Interactive are gearing up to release Borderlands 4, the latest addition to the popular Borderlands series. To build anticipation for the upcoming launch, they are offering Borderlands 2 for free to Mac and PC users. Act fast to claim your free copy before the offer expires.
To take advantage of this promotion, you’ll need a Steam account. Be sure to log in and download the game before the deadline on June 8 at 1:00 p.m. ET. After this date, the game will revert to its regular price of $20.
Set in a post-apocalyptic world, Borderlands 2 is a beloved first-person loot shooter known for its dark humor and distinctive design. The series has sold over 77 million copies as of November 2022, with Borderlands 2 accounting for 26 million of those sales.
The Borderlands games blend first-person shooter action with role-playing elements in an open-world setting. Players can choose from various characters and embark on missions, collecting powerful weapons and gear along the way. The game offers both cooperative multiplayer and solo gameplay options to cater to different preferences.
The original Borderlands debuted in 2009 and was followed by the successful release of Borderlands 2 in 2012. Both games received acclaim from players and critics alike.
Players must complete quests and defeat enemies to earn in-game currency and experience points, which can be used to enhance their character’s abilities. The game features a teleportation system for easy navigation between different areas on the map.
A key aspect of the gameplay is the loot system, which rewards players with a variety of weapons, shields, and other items. Items can be obtained from defeated enemies, containers, or as quest rewards.
All games in the series feature a distinctive comic book-style art direction with hand-drawn textures and bold outlines, creating a visually unique world.
Despite its initial release in 2012, Borderlands 2 remains compatible with Apple Silicon-powered Macs, thanks to Rosetta 2 technology.
If you’re interested in claiming your free copy of Borderlands 2, remember to do so before the deadline on June 8 at 1:00 pm Eastern Time. Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer!
Borderlands 4 is set to launch in September 2025 on various gaming platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Series S, Nintendo Switch 2, and Windows.
