Tales from the Borderlands: A Telltale Games Series

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Release Date: November 25, 2014

Adventure, Science Fiction, Point-and-click, Humorous, Episodic, Singleplayer

An episodic adventure game set in the universe of the Gearbox Software’s Borderlands series. This title was developed by Telltale Games studio that specializes in this genre. Story-wise, the game follows the plot started in Borderlands 2, following two characters: Fiona, a con artist, and Rhys, an employee of the Hyperion corporation equipped with cybernetic implants.

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Tales from the Borderlands is an adventure game developed by Telltale Games studio, known for such productions as The Walking Dead and The Wolf Among Us, with the cooperation of Gearbox Software. The game is related with the FPP Borderlands shooters series, and the action takes place on a dangerous planet Pandora.

The game takes place after the events of Borderlands 2 and tells the story of two characters - Fiona (professional cheater) and Rhys (employee of powerful corporations). The story presented in the game is demonstrated in an unusual way. Rhys and Fiona tell about the same events from the past, but their relations become inaccurate and contradicted very quickly and the players must deduce themselves what really happened. The game is very funny, and it is very different from The Walking Dead and The Wolf Among Us.

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The game play in Tales from the Borderlands is mainly based on making choices, like in previously mentioned games. However, there is one exception - the results of the decisions are usually beneficial for the two shady characters. What is more, the developers also took care of the action games elements. During the adventure, the player is able to find for example shooters sections and places where the characters can use their unique skills. Fiona can argue her opinions very effectively and Rhys uses implants to manipulate electronic systems.

The game has been divided into episodes like the other productions of Telltale Games studio.

Platforms:

PC Windows November 25, 2014

Xbox 360 December 3, 2014

PlayStation 3 November 25, 2014

PlayStation 4 November 25, 2014

Xbox One November 26, 2014

Android December 17, 2014

Apple iOS December 11, 2014

Nintendo Switch March 23, 2021

Developer: Telltale Games

Publisher: Telltale Games

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Game Series

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Borderlands Game Series

Set in a science fiction universe, the series of first-person looter shooters. The series was created by Gearbox Software studio, with support from development teams such as Demiurge Studios, Shadows in Darkness, Darkside Games and Telltale Games, among others. Its publisher, meanwhile, is 2K Games.

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News

New Tales From the Borderlands Game Announced

The second part of Tales from the Borderlands is being created. Gearbox Software and 2K Games have announced that the game will offer new adventures and characters.

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Hubert Sledziewski

April 21, 2022

New Tales From the Borderlands Game Announced

Rumor: Tales From the Borderlands Redux - Details Revealed

A Reddit user claims to have news of upcoming projects of Telltale. These include information about the refreshed version of Tales From the Borderlands, which will be subtitled Redux, as well as about The Wolf Among Us 2 and another part of The Walking Dead.

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May 17, 2020

Rumor: Tales From the Borderlands Redux - Details Revealed

Rumor: Telltale Games Works on Tales from the Borderlands 2 and Poker Night 3

According to the latest reports, Telltale Games is working on two unannounced titles. The first is the continuation of Tales from the Borderlands, and the second is Poker Night 3, which is to be announced during E3 2020.

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February 6, 2020

Rumor: Telltale Games Works on Tales from the Borderlands 2 and Poker Night 3

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Tales from the Borderlands: A Telltale Games Series Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz/AMD Phenom X4 2.4 GHz, 3 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB GeForce 8800 GTX/Radeon 4850 or better, 3 GB HDD, Windows XP(SP3).

Ratings

Game Ratings for Tales from the Borderlands: A Telltale Games Series Video Game.

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All Reviews: Very Positive (19,081)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Exceptional Writing and Humor: Many reviews highlight the game's masterful writing, blending humor with emotional depth, making it one of the best narrative-driven games in the Borderlands franchise.
Strong Character Development: Players felt a strong attachment to the characters, particularly the protagonists Fiona and Rhys, whose dynamic was praised for being engaging and relatable.
Engaging Story with Twists: The story is filled with unexpected twists and turns, keeping players invested and surprised throughout the gameplay.
Visual and Audio Presentation: The cel-shaded art style and animation were noted as visually appealing, along with a well-crafted soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Replayability: The game offers multiple endings and choices that can impact the story, encouraging players to replay it to explore different outcomes.

The main cons of the game

Limited Gameplay Mechanics: Many users pointed out that the game feels more like an interactive movie than a traditional game, with minimal gameplay and reliance on quick-time events and dialogue choices.
Technical Limitations: Some reviews mentioned issues such as lack of customization for controls on PC and the absence of French subtitles at launch, which could hinder accessibility for non-English speakers.
Exploration Fatigue: Players noted that exploration segments could become monotonous, particularly when they involve examining objects without dynamic movement options.
Perceived Lack of Impact from Choices: Some users felt that their choices did not significantly alter the story, especially in the re-released version where the comparison of choices was removed.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Subtitles in Multiple Languages: The initial lack of French subtitles was a significant drawback for non-English speakers.
Control Customization: The inability to customize controls on PC was seen as an outdated limitation.
More Dynamic Gameplay: Users expressed a desire for more interactive gameplay elements rather than relying heavily on quick-time events and dialogue selections.
Feedback on Choices: The removal of the feature that displayed how choices compared to other players diminished the sense of impact from player decisions.

Summary generated on: October 9, 2025

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