Borderlands: The Pre‑Sequel is a spin‑off of the main series that takes place on Pandora’s moon, Elpis—filling in the narrative gap between Borderlands and Borderlands 2. Featuring new playable Vault Hunters and zero‑gravity combat, it explores the rise of Handsome Jack and offers fresh gameplay mechanics in the distinctive Borderlands style.

Key features

• New playable Vault Hunters
  Play as four characters (Athena, Nisha, Wilhelm, and Claptrap), each with a unique action skill and a class-specific skill tree that delivers distinct playstyles.

• Low-gravity combat and vertical movement
  Jump higher on the moon’s surface, float, hover, and use oxygen-powered jetpacks. Items, loot, and bodies drift in zero-G to enhance both fun and challenge.

• O₂ kits and environmental survival mechanics
  Air is limited on Elpis. Players must manage oxygen through pickups, vents, and generators. O₂ kits double as gear for airborne maneuvers and ground-slamming attacks.

• Cryogenic weapons and laser technology
  New weapon types—like lasers and cryo guns—allow freezing enemies, making them vulnerable to melee attacks or explosive destruction.

• Grinder system for weapon upgrades
  Sacrifice multiple existing guns in a grinder machine to randomly generate a weapon of higher rarity, offering a powerful way to recycle loot.

• New vehicles and moon-themed traversal
  Explore terrain with vehicles like moon buggies and the Stingray hoverbike—built for low‑gravity thrills.

• Campaign reveals Jack’s backstory
  Discover Handsome Jack’s ascent to power as you witness the events leading to his control of Hyperion—told from multiple viewpoints.

• High-difficulty modes for extended replayability
  Finish the main campaign to unlock True Vault Hunter Mode, and reach max level to access the Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode for maximum loot and challenge.

• DLC expansions and bonus content
  Includes several expansion packs:

  • The Holodome Onslaught introduces wave-based challenge arenas plus a level cap boost

  • Claptastic Voyage sends you inside Claptrap’s mind in a surreal digital campaign

  • Lady Hammerlock the Baroness Pack and Handsome Jack Doppelganger add two new Vault Hunters and higher level caps

• Co‑operative fun for up to four players
  Engage the full story solo or team up in online or local co‑op with up to four players, allowing coordinated mayhem and loot-sharing.