Platforms: PC (Windows, macOS), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Google Stadia, Nintendo Switch (Ultimate Edition)
Unique Feature: Bazillions of procedurally generated guns, four distinct Vault Hunter classes with deep skill trees, signature cel-shaded art style and humor, multi-planet exploration, robust co-op gameplay.
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Gameplay & Mechanics
Companions/Followers
Co-op Partner: The game is designed to be played by two human players. Your companion is essential for every aspect of the game, from solving puzzles and traversing the world to defeating enemies and bosses. The entire experience relies on communication and coordination with your partner.
Human (Player)
FL4K's Pets (Skag, Spiderant, Jabber): FL4K, the Beastmaster, can choose one of three loyal pets to fight alongside them. Each pet has unique abilities, attacks, and can be upgraded through FL4K's skill trees. Pets can draw aggro, deal damage, and provide buffs. They are a core part of FL4K's gameplay.
Various alien creatures
Moze's Iron Bear: Moze, the Gunner, can summon her bipedal Iron Bear mech as an Action Skill. Iron Bear is equipped with customizable heavy weapons on each arm (e.g., miniguns, grenade launchers, railguns, flamethrowers, melee fists) and provides significant firepower and protection for a limited time.
Mech Suit
Zane's SNTNL Drone & Digi-Clone: Zane, the Operative, can deploy a SNTNL combat drone that flies around attacking enemies with machine guns or rockets. He can also deploy a Digi-Clone of himself that distracts enemies and fires at them; Zane can swap places with his clone. These are Action Skills with cooldowns.
Robotic Drone / Holographic Clone
Co-op Player Characters (Vault Hunters): In co-operative multiplayer, other players join as their chosen Vault Hunters, each with their own unique skills and abilities, acting as active companions.
Human/Siren/Robot
Key Collectibles
Minigames: Hidden throughout the levels are 25 optional, competitive minigames. Finding and playing these allows Mio and Zoe to take a break from cooperating and compete against each other in short, fun challenges.
Typhon Logs & Dead Drops: Audio logs left by the first Vault Hunter, Typhon DeLeon, detailing his adventures and discoveries. Finding all three logs in a zone reveals the location of a Typhon Dead Drop, a hidden loot cache.
Eridian Writings: Ancient alien texts scattered across the planets. After acquiring an Eridian Analyzer, players can decipher these writings to gain XP and Eridium, and uncover more lore about the Eridians and Vaults.
Dead Claptraps: Parts from deceased Claptrap units that can be salvaged to help Claptrap build a new friend. Each part provides Eridium.
Crew Challenges (Various Types): A category of collectibles and repeatable activities specific to different NPCs and planets. Includes:
- **Legendary Hunts:** (Sir Hammerlock) Defeating unique, powerful creatures.
- **Targets of Opportunity:** (Zer0) Assassinating specific high-value targets.
- **Crimson Radio:** (Moxxi) Sabotaging Children of the Vault propaganda towers.
- **Hijack Target:** (Ellie) Stealing specific vehicle parts to unlock them for the Catch-A-Ride system.
Red Chests: Special chests containing higher-quality loot, often found in hidden areas or at the end of dungeons/challenges.
Vault Symbols & Eridium Piles: Hidden Vault symbols that can be found, and destructible Eridium crystal piles that yield Eridium currency (used for cosmetics and end-game purchases).
Key Themes
Cooperative Gameplay
Friendship
Imagination
Sci-Fi vs. Fantasy
Overcoming Differences
Platforming
Puzzle-Solving
Action-Adventure
Loot & Mayhem
Dark Humor
Cults & Propaganda
Space Exploration & Multiple Planets
Corporate Greed (Weapon Manufacturers)
Found Family
Cel-Shaded Art Style
Over-the-Top Action
Satire
Anarchy
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Combat & Gear
Weapons Overview
Contextual Abilities: Varies by Level
The game does not have a persistent arsenal. Instead, each level grants Mio and Zoe unique, temporary gadgets and abilities tailored to that specific world's theme. For example, in a sci-fi level, one player might get a gravity bike while the other gets a plasma rifle. In a fantasy level, one might get a magic staff while the other gets a grappling hook.
The core of Borderlands: 'bazillions' of guns with randomly generated parts, stats, elemental effects (Incendiary, Shock, Corrosive, Cryo, Radiation), and special properties. Guns come in different rarities (Common to Legendary/Pearlescent). Anointed gear grants powerful bonuses tied to Action Skill usage.
Each manufacturer has unique traits: **Jakobs** (high critical damage, ricocheting bullets, old-west aesthetic), **Maliwan** (elemental damage focus, charge-up times, dual elements), **Tediore** (guns are thrown like grenades when reloaded, then digistruct a new one), **Hyperion** (accuracy increases with sustained fire, deployable weapon shields when aiming), **Torgue** (explosive projectiles, sticky mode), **Dahl** (alternate fire modes - burst, full-auto, semi-auto), **Vladof** (high fire rate, under-barrel attachments like rockets/shotguns), **Atlas** (tracker tags for homing bullets), **COV (Children of the Vault)** ('infinite' ammo with overheat mechanic instead of traditional reloads).
Grenade Mods: Throwable Explosive/Utility
Various grenade mods with diverse effects, including singularities, MIRVs (multiple explosions), transfusions (health stealing), elemental damage, and utility effects like teleportation or enemy grouping.
Shields: Defensive Gear
Provide a regenerating energy shield that absorbs damage before health is affected. Shields have various capacities, recharge rates, recharge delays, and can have special properties like elemental resistance/nova bursts, damage boosting, or health regeneration.
Class Mods: Character Augment Gear
Equippable items specific to each Vault Hunter class. They provide boosts to specific skills (even allowing skills to be over-leveled) and often grant passive stat increases or unique class-specific perks.
Artifacts: Utility Gear
Provide powerful passive bonuses, often affecting movement (like enabling slam or slide anointments), elemental damage, melee damage, or providing unique utility effects like health regeneration or loot quality improvements.
Armor / Gear Sets
Character Outfits: There is no armor system that affects gameplay stats. Mio and Zoe have their own distinct default outfits. Their appearance may change slightly based on the context of a level, but this is purely cosmetic.
Shields: Primary defensive gear. Shields have varying capacities, recharge rates, recharge delays, and can possess special properties from different manufacturers (e.g., Pangolin - high capacity; Anshin - elemental resistance; Hyperion - amp damage on depletion). Legendary and unique shields offer powerful, build-defining effects.
Class Mods: Class-specific items that grant points to skills in the Vault Hunter's skill trees (potentially pushing them beyond their normal maximum) and provide additional passive stat bonuses or unique perks that synergize with specific builds.
Artifacts: Equippable Eridian artifacts that provide significant passive bonuses and unique effects. These can include elemental damage boosts, improved slide/slam mechanics, increased luck, health regeneration effects, or anointments that trigger on action skill use or other conditions.
Outfits/Customization
Default Character Attire: Players cannot customize the clothing of Mio and Zoe. They wear their signature outfits throughout the game, which reflect their contrasting personalities.
Vault Hunter Heads: Unlockable and purchasable cosmetic heads that change the appearance of the player character's head. A wide variety of styles are available, from serious to outlandish.
Vault Hunter Skins: Cosmetic skins that alter the color scheme and patterns of the Vault Hunter's default outfit. Can be unlocked through gameplay, purchased, or obtained via special events and DLCs (e.g., Multiverse Final Form & Disciples of the Vault Cosmetic Packs).
Weapon Skins: Cosmetic skins that can be applied to weapons to change their appearance without affecting stats. Examples include the Butt Stallion weapon skin or Gold Weapon Skins Pack (pre-order/deluxe bonuses).
Weapon Trinkets: Small cosmetic charms that can be attached to weapons for personalization.
ECHO Device Skins: Cosmetic skins to change the appearance of the player's ECHO communication device.
Room Decorations (Sanctuary III): Players can find and place various decorations in their personal quarters aboard the Sanctuary III spaceship.
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World & Exploration
Playable Vehicles
Contextual Vehicles: Varies by Level
There are no persistent player-owned vehicles. However, many levels feature unique, temporary vehicles that are central to the gameplay, such as gravity bikes, a rideable sandshark, or a giant mechanical frog. These are always controlled cooperatively.
Outrunner: Light Buggy / All-Terrain Vehicle
A fast and versatile two-seater buggy, a staple of the Borderlands series. Customizable with different chassis, weapons (machine guns, rockets), armor, wheels, and paint jobs via the Catch-A-Ride system.
Technical: Armed Truck / Utility Vehicle
A heavier, more durable vehicle often equipped with a rear-mounted turret. Can carry more passengers. Also customizable with various weapons and parts.
Cyclone: Monowheel Combat Vehicle
A fast, agile single-wheel vehicle capable of strafing and high speeds. Offers unique offensive capabilities and maneuverability. Customizable with different weapon systems and mods.
Vehicles used by enemy factions like the Children of the Vault. Often ramshackle, heavily armed, and can be commandeered by the player. Some can be scanned at a Catch-A-Ride to unlock their parts for player vehicle customization.
Unique hover-capable wheels found in 'Moxxi's Heist of the Handsome Jackpot' DLC, allowing vehicles to float over certain surfaces.
Jetbeast (DLC - Bounty of Blood): Customizable Hoverbike
A heavily armed and customizable hoverbike introduced in the 'Bounty of Blood' DLC, used for traversing the plains of Gehenna.
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Story & Characters
Main Characters
Mio Hudson: Playable Protagonist
An aspiring sci-fi author who is logical, reserved, and somewhat pessimistic. She must learn to open up and work with the chaotic Zoe to survive.
Zoe Foster: Playable Protagonist
An aspiring fantasy author who is energetic, imaginative, and optimistic. She sees their predicament as a grand adventure and must learn to focus to help the pragmatic Mio.
J.D. Rader: Antagonist
The CEO of Rader Publishing. His desperation to find the next bestseller leads him to trap Mio and Zoe, eventually becoming the final boss of the game.
Amara (The Siren): Playable Vault Hunter
A renowned hero from Partali, Amara is a powerful Siren who can summon ethereal fists to pummel her enemies. Her action skills focus on elemental damage, crowd control, and melee combat (Phasegrasp, Phaseslam, Phasecast).
FL4K (The Beastmaster): Playable Vault Hunter
An emergent AI robot on a quest of self-discovery, accompanied by one of three loyal pets (Skag, Spiderant, Jabber) that assist in combat. FL4K excels at critical hits, stealth (Fade Away), and commanding their beasts (Gamma Burst, Rakk Attack!).
Moze (The Gunner): Playable Vault Hunter
A former Vladof soldier who can digistruct and pilot her heavily armed Iron Bear mech. Moze's skill trees allow customization of Iron Bear's weaponry (miniguns, grenade launchers, railguns, etc.) and focus on explosives, shields, or infinite ammo.
Zane Flynt (The Operative): Playable Vault Hunter
A semi-retired corporate hitman from the Flynt family. Zane utilizes various gadgets like a SNTNL drone, a Digi-Clone, and a deployable Barrier. He is unique in his ability to equip two Action Skills simultaneously by sacrificing his grenade slot.
Tyreen Calypso: Main Antagonist / Siren
One of the Calypso Twins and a powerful Siren. She leads the Children of the Vault cult with her brother Troy, seeking to absorb the power of Vaults across the galaxy. Known for her live-streaming persona and ability to leech power.
Troy Calypso: Main Antagonist / 'God-King'
Tyreen's twin brother and co-leader of the Children of the Vault. He was born conjoined to Tyreen and possesses some Siren-like powers by siphoning her energy. He is ambitious and seeks to prove himself.
Lilith (The Firehawk): NPC / Leader of the Crimson Raiders / Siren
A returning character from previous Borderlands games and a powerful Siren. She leads the Crimson Raiders in their fight against the Calypso Twins and commands the starship Sanctuary III.
The famously annoying but occasionally helpful Claptrap unit, a series staple. Provides introductory guidance and comic relief.
Patricia Tannis: NPC / Scientist & Eridian Expert
A brilliant but socially awkward scientist specializing in Eridian technology and Vault lore. She plays a key role in understanding the Vaults and the Calypsos' plans.
Ellie: NPC / Mechanic
Moxxi's daughter and a skilled mechanic responsible for the Catch-A-Ride vehicle system on Sanctuary III and various planets.
Marcus Kincaid: NPC / Arms Dealer
The owner of Marcus Munitions, the primary weapon vending machines throughout the Borderlands universe.
Example Missions
Main Story Chapters
The game is divided into several chapters, each taking place in a unique new world from the writers' imaginations. The objective of each chapter is to master the new co-op mechanics presented in order to overcome the environmental puzzles and defeat the chapter's unique boss.
Main Story Campaign
A series of narrative quests following the new Vault Hunters as they join the Crimson Raiders to stop the Calypso Twins and their Children of the Vault cult from opening The Great Vault and gaining ultimate power. This journey spans multiple planets.
Side Missions
Numerous optional quests found on each planet, offered by various NPCs. These often involve unique stories, characters, and rewards, expanding the lore and providing XP and loot.
Crew Challenges
A set of planet-specific collectible and combat challenges issued by various crew members of Sanctuary III (e.g., Sir Hammerlock's Legendary Hunts, Zer0's Targets of Opportunity, Moxxi's Crimson Radio sabotage, Ellie's Hijack Targets, Claptrap's Dead Claptrap parts, Typhon DeLeon's Logs and Dead Drops). Completing these provides Eridium, XP, and contributes to area completion.
Proving Grounds (Eridian Trials)
End-game timed dungeon-like instances unlocked by finding Eridian Writings. Players fight through waves of enemies and a final boss within a time limit to earn high-quality loot. Different Proving Grounds offer unique challenges.
Circles of Slaughter
Wave-based survival arenas where players fight increasingly difficult hordes of enemies. Completing all rounds yields significant XP and loot. Examples include Cistern of Slaughter, Slaughter Shaft, Slaughterstar 3000.
DLC Campaign Missions
Each of the four main story DLCs (Moxxi's Heist of the Handsome Jackpot, Guns, Love, and Tentacles, Bounty of Blood, Psycho Krieg and the Fantastic Fustercluck) features its own new campaign with unique storylines, locations, enemies, and bosses.
Arms Race (Designer's Cut DLC)
A roguelike game mode where players start with no gear in a new zone (Stormblind Complex), scavenge for weapons, and fight to extract high-quality loot before being killed by enemies or an encroaching storm (Murdercane).
Ava's Murder Mysteries (Director's Cut DLC)
A series of story-driven side missions where players help Ava investigate potentially paranormal happenings and uncover a conspiracy across multiple planets.
Hemovorous the Invincible (Director's Cut DLC)
A challenging end-game raid boss encounter, requiring Eridium to access. Defeating this massive Varkid offers some of the best loot in the game.
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Multiplayer
Multiplayer Details
The game is exclusively cooperative and can be played in two ways: local couch co-op with two controllers on a single screen, or online co-op. There are no competitive multiplayer modes. The entire experience is built for two players.
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Editions & DLC
Available Editions
The game was released as a single Standard Edition. There are no deluxe or special editions, and developer Josef Fares has confirmed the game will not have any microtransactions.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I play Split Fiction by myself? A: No. Split Fiction is a co-op only game and cannot be played solo. It requires a second player, either locally on the same screen or online.
Q: Do both players need to own the game to play online? A: No. Thanks to the Friend's Pass feature, only one person needs to own the full game. They can then invite a friend, who can download the Friend's Pass for free, to play the entire adventure together.
Q: What kind of game is it? A: It is a narrative-driven action-adventure platformer that is constantly changing its gameplay. It is famous for its incredible variety and focus on creative, collaborative puzzles and set pieces.
Q: Is Split Fiction cross-platform? A: Yes, the game supports full cross-play between all released platforms (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2), including for players using the Friend's Pass.
Q: When was Borderlands 3 released? A: Borderlands 3 was initially released on September 13, 2019, for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC (via Epic Games Store), with a Steam release for PC on March 13, 2020. It later came to other platforms like Stadia, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Q: Who are the playable characters in Borderlands 3? A: There are four playable Vault Hunters: Amara the Siren, FL4K the Beastmaster, Moze the Gunner, and Zane the Operative. Each has three unique skill trees and multiple Action Skills.
Q: Who are the main villains in Borderlands 3? A: The main antagonists are the Calypso Twins, Troy and Tyreen, who lead the Children of the Vault (COV) cult and seek to harness the power of the Great Vault.
Q: Does Borderlands 3 have multiplayer? A: Yes, Borderlands 3 supports up to 4-player online co-operative multiplayer. It also features local split-screen co-op on consoles. Cross-platform play is supported across PC (Steam/Epic), Xbox, PlayStation, and Mac.
Q: What is Mayhem Mode in Borderlands 3? A: Mayhem Mode is an end-game feature that significantly increases game difficulty by applying random modifiers to enemies and gameplay, while also increasing loot quality and XP gain. There are multiple Mayhem levels (1-11 with Mayhem 2.0 update).
Q: How many planets can you visit in Borderlands 3? A: Players can travel to multiple planets beyond Pandora, including Promethea, Athenas, Eden-6, and Nekrotafeyo, using the Sanctuary III starship as a mobile base.
Q: What kind of DLC does Borderlands 3 have? A: Borderlands 3 has two Season Passes. Season Pass 1 includes four major story campaign add-ons. Season Pass 2 includes the Designer's Cut (Arms Race mode, 4th skill tree for each Vault Hunter) and the Director's Cut (new raid boss, Ava's murder mystery quests, behind-the-scenes content, Vault Cards).
CPU: The official minimum CPU required to play the game.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPUs for minimum playability.
GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU.
GPU (Laptop): An entry-level dedicated gaming laptop GPU is needed for minimum settings.
RAM: 16GB RAM is the official minimum requirement.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
CPU: Minimum desktop CPU.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU. Performance depends on specific model's cooling and power limits.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU with 2GB VRAM.
GPU (Laptop): Targets playable framerates at 720p-1080p Low. **2GB VRAM is an absolute minimum and might struggle; 4GB VRAM is strongly recommended for laptops.** Performance varies greatly by TGP.
RAM: Minimum RAM requirement (dual-channel highly recommended if using 8GB or more).
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memoryCPU: AMD FX-8350 or Intel Core i5-3570
developer_boardGPU: AMD Radeon HD 7970 (2GB) or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 (2GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-7300HQ / AMD Ryzen 5 2500U or newer equivalent mobile CPUs with at least 4 cores/threads.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M (2GB/4GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile (2GB/4GB); OR AMD Radeon R9 M385X (4GB). A GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB) would be a more comfortable modern minimum.
layersRAM: 6 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 75 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
CPU: The official recommended desktop CPU for a smooth 1440p/60FPS experience.
CPU (Laptop): A modern, high-performance laptop CPU is recommended for this tier.
GPU: Official recommended desktop GPU for 1440p High settings at 60 FPS.
GPU (Laptop): A powerful modern laptop GPU is needed for a high-quality 1440p experience.
RAM: 16GB RAM is officially recommended for optimal performance.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-11700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP) or RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB).
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 85 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
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1440p (QHD/2K) - Recommended (Target: 1440p High settings OR 1080p Ultra settings, ~60 FPS)(High/Ultra Preset.)
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU.
CPU (Laptop): Recommended laptop CPU for a smooth 1080p Ultra or 1440p High experience.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1440p High / 1080p Ultra.
GPU (Laptop): Targets ~60 FPS at 1080p Ultra or 1440p High. **Ensure adequate TGP for NVIDIA cards.** 6GB VRAM minimum, 8GB VRAM strongly recommended for laptops at this tier.
RAM: 16GB RAM in dual-channel strongly recommended for optimal performance.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q (8GB), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Laptop (6GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB, Medium to High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 5600M (6GB), RX 5700M (8GB), RX 6600M (8GB).
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 75 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
save Overall Storage
Spec: 85 GB available space (SSD Recommended) Note: An SSD is recommended for faster loading times between the game's diverse and detailed levels. Type: SSD
Spec: 75 GB available space (SSD Recommended) Note: An SSD is recommended for faster load times and smoother overall gameplay experience. Type: SSD
desktop_windows Operating System
Spec: Windows 10/11 64-bit Explanation: A modern 64-bit operating system is required.
Spec: Windows 7/10 (latest service pack) Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 7, 8.1, 10, or 11 with the latest service packs is required.
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OFFICIAL PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS from the game's Epic Games Store and Steam pages. An SSD is recommended for optimal performance.
Laptop Performance Note: Laptop performance will vary based on the specific model's cooling and power delivery (TGP). Given the game's diverse and visually rich levels, a modern gaming laptop is advised for a stable experience.
Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is critical for laptop GPU performance. A higher TGP allows the GPU to perform closer to its desktop equivalent.
Laptop Consideration: Advanced Cooling Thermals: The game's constantly changing environments and mechanics can be demanding. A robust cooling system is essential to prevent thermal throttling and maintain consistent performance.
Laptop Consideration: C P U Performance Sustain: A strong mobile CPU is important for handling the game's physics, unique level mechanics, and ensuring a smooth co-op experience.
Laptop Consideration: R A M Configuration Speed: 16GB in a dual-channel configuration is recommended to avoid stuttering and ensure smooth gameplay.
Laptop Consideration: Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match the GPU's capability to the laptop's display. The game supports high refresh rates for a more fluid platforming and combat experience.
Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch N V I D I A Advanced Optimus: A MUX switch or Advanced Optimus is beneficial for reducing input latency, which is helpful for the game's timing-based puzzles and platforming.
Laptop Consideration: Driver Updates O S Optimization: Keeping GPU drivers updated is crucial for performance and stability.
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Official PC system requirements for 'Borderlands 3' (released in 2019). An SSD is recommended for better loading times and texture streaming, especially with higher settings. The game supports DirectX 11 and DirectX 12.
Laptop Performance Note: Borderlands 3 can be played on a variety of gaming laptops. Laptop GPUs and CPUs perform differently than their desktop counterparts due to Total Graphics Power (TGP) and thermal constraints. The estimations below reflect hardware from around the game's release period or slightly newer equivalents for a good experience. **Always check specific laptop model reviews for performance benchmarks, especially TGP and cooling.**
Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P Impact: The TGP of a laptop GPU significantly affects its performance. Higher TGP values for the same GPU model generally lead to better framerates.
Laptop Consideration: Advanced Cooling Thermals: Good cooling is crucial for laptops to sustain performance during long gaming sessions and avoid thermal throttling, which can reduce framerates.
Laptop Consideration: C P U Performance Sustain: A capable mobile CPU is needed to handle the game's demands, especially in busy areas or during intense combat, without bottlenecking the GPU.
Laptop Consideration: R A M Configuration Speed: 6GB is absolute minimum, but 16GB in dual-channel configuration is strongly recommended for a much smoother experience and to prevent stuttering, especially when many enemies or effects are on screen.
Laptop Consideration: Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match your laptop's GPU power to its display resolution (typically 1080p for this era of requirements) and aim for a refresh rate the GPU can consistently support (e.g., 60Hz or higher).
Laptop Consideration: Driver Updates O S Optimization: Using up-to-date GPU drivers and ensuring your OS (Windows) is optimized for gaming can improve stability and performance.
Optimization Detail: A P I Choice: Offers DirectX 11 and DirectX 12 renderers. DX12 may offer better performance on some newer hardware but DX11 can be more stable on older systems.
Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Streaming, Material Quality, Shadows, Draw Distance, Volumetric Fog, Screen Space Reflections, and Anti-Aliasing options (FXAA, Temporal AA) are key settings affecting performance.
Game Name: Borderlands 3
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A P I Choice: Offers DirectX 11 and DirectX 12 renderers. DX12 may offer better performance on some newer hardware but DX11 can be more stable on older systems.
Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Streaming, Material Quality, Shadows, Draw Distance, Volumetric Fog, Screen Space Reflections, and Anti-Aliasing options (FXAA, Temporal AA) are key settings affecting performance.
laptop Laptop Considerations
G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is critical for laptop GPU performance. A higher TGP allows the GPU to perform closer to its desktop equivalent.
Advanced Cooling Thermals: The game's constantly changing environments and mechanics can be demanding. A robust cooling system is essential to prevent thermal throttling and maintain consistent performance.
C P U Performance Sustain: A strong mobile CPU is important for handling the game's physics, unique level mechanics, and ensuring a smooth co-op experience.
R A M Configuration Speed: 16GB in a dual-channel configuration is recommended to avoid stuttering and ensure smooth gameplay.
Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match the GPU's capability to the laptop's display. The game supports high refresh rates for a more fluid platforming and combat experience.
M U X Switch N V I D I A Advanced Optimus: A MUX switch or Advanced Optimus is beneficial for reducing input latency, which is helpful for the game's timing-based puzzles and platforming.
Driver Updates O S Optimization: Keeping GPU drivers updated is crucial for performance and stability.
G P U T G P Impact: The TGP of a laptop GPU significantly affects its performance. Higher TGP values for the same GPU model generally lead to better framerates.
Advanced Cooling Thermals: Good cooling is crucial for laptops to sustain performance during long gaming sessions and avoid thermal throttling, which can reduce framerates.
C P U Performance Sustain: A capable mobile CPU is needed to handle the game's demands, especially in busy areas or during intense combat, without bottlenecking the GPU.
R A M Configuration Speed: 6GB is absolute minimum, but 16GB in dual-channel configuration is strongly recommended for a much smoother experience and to prevent stuttering, especially when many enemies or effects are on screen.
Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match your laptop's GPU power to its display resolution (typically 1080p for this era of requirements) and aim for a refresh rate the GPU can consistently support (e.g., 60Hz or higher).
Driver Updates O S Optimization: Using up-to-date GPU drivers and ensuring your OS (Windows) is optimized for gaming can improve stability and performance.
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Actual performance may vary depending on settings, drivers, cooling, power limits, etc.
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