**Borderlands: The Handsome Collection** for PlayStation 4 is a compilation of two critically acclaimed games from the Borderlands series, developed by Gearbox Software and published by 2K Games. It was released on March 24, 2015. This collection includes **Borderlands 2** and **Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel**, along with all their downloadable content (DLC).
### Contents
- **Borderlands 2**: Originally released in 2012, this game follows a group of Vault Hunters on the planet Pandora as they try to stop the evil Handsome Jack from awakening an ancient alien warrior.
- **Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel**: Released in 2014, this game takes place between the events of the original Borderlands and Borderlands 2, exploring the rise of Handsome Jack and his descent into villainy.
### Key Features
- **High-Definition Graphics**: Both games have been remastered for the PlayStation 4, offering enhanced visuals and smoother performance.
- **All DLC Included**: The Handsome Collection includes all previously released DLC for both games, adding hours of additional content such as new campaigns, characters, and missions.
- **Four-Player Split-Screen Co-op**: For the first time on consoles, the collection supports up to four players in local split-screen co-op mode.
- **Cross-Save Compatibility**: Players can transfer their save files from the PlayStation 3 or PlayStation Vita versions of the games to continue their progress on the PlayStation 4.
### Borderlands 2 Features
- **Vault Hunters**: Play as one of six Vault Hunters, each with unique abilities and skill trees.
- **Expansive World**: Explore the vast and varied environments of Pandora, from arid deserts to frozen tundras.
- **Loot System**: Millions of procedurally generated weapons and items to collect.
- **Co-op Play**: Seamless drop-in/drop-out co-op gameplay for up to four players online.
### Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel Features
- **Zero Gravity Gameplay**: Set on Pandora's moon, the game introduces low-gravity environments and oxygen management.
- **New Characters**: Play as one of four new characters, including Claptrap, each with their own unique abilities.
- **New Weapons**: Includes new weapon types such as laser and cryo weapons.
- **Story Expansion**: Learn more about Handsome Jack’s backstory and how he became the antagonist of Borderlands 2.
### Reception
- **Critical Acclaim**: Both games received positive reviews for their humor, engaging gameplay, and extensive content.
- **Visual and Performance Improvements**: Praised for the graphical enhancements and improved performance on the PlayStation 4.
- **Value**: Highly regarded for offering a significant amount of content and value, especially with the inclusion of all DLC.
### Additional Information
- **Loot and Shoot**: Both games combine first-person shooter mechanics with role-playing elements, focusing heavily on looting and character progression.
- **Unique Art Style**: Known for their distinctive cel-shaded art style and quirky humor.
**Borderlands: The Handsome Collection** provides an excellent way to experience or revisit these beloved games with enhanced visuals, all DLC included, and robust co-op options, making it a must-have for fans of the series and newcomers alike.