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Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep

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93% User Score Based on 823 reviews

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Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Aspyr (Linux) and was released on June 25, 2013. It received very positive reviews from players.

Sorcerers, Wizards and Crumpets, oh my! Join vault hunters, old and new, in Tiny Tina epic quest of revenge and redemption. Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep, the biggest and most inspired add-on content in Borderlands history, features a game within a game, as Tiny Tina takes on the role of Bunker Master in a game of “Bunkers & Badasses”. Travel through a dark and ever changing world of ca…

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 823 reviews
story136 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions
  • Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep is widely regarded as the best DLC for Borderlands 2, featuring a hilarious and engaging story narrated by Tiny Tina herself.
  • The DLC introduces a unique fantasy setting with imaginative environments, new enemies, and creative gameplay mechanics, including grenade mods that act as spells.
  • Players appreciate the emotional depth of the story, particularly how it addresses Tiny Tina's grief over Roland's death, making for a touching and memorable experience.
  • Some players have reported frustrating difficulty spikes, particularly with certain enemies that can feel overpowered or unbalanced, making solo play challenging.
  • The navigation in some areas, especially the Lair of Infinite Agony, can be confusing and lead to tedious backtracking.
  • There are occasional bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as loot clipping through the ground or issues with enemy spawning.
  • story
    310 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep" is widely praised for its engaging and humorous narrative, which blends elements of fantasy role-playing with the established lore of Borderlands 2. Players appreciate the emotional depth as it explores Tiny Tina's coping with loss, while also delivering a variety of entertaining quests and character interactions. The unique storytelling approach, where players participate in a Dungeons & Dragons-style game led by Tiny Tina, adds a refreshing twist that resonates well with fans, making it a standout expansion in the series.

    • “With its engaging storytelling, creative setting, and fantastic gameplay, this expansion is a true gem in the world of video games.”
    • “Not only is the DLC's story captivating, but it also blends its signature art style with a more medieval/fantasy/D&D theme, which makes the whole experience fresh and fun.”
    • “The story is fun and heartfelt, with a mixture of great humor and some wholesome moments at the near end.”
    • “The story drags on and on and half of it feels like one glorified fetch quest.”
    • “Entirely different story and irrelevant to anything remotely Borderlands.”
    • “Worst DLC so far for its title: pointless quests and constantly running around in circles back and forth.”
  • humor
    151 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in "Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep" is widely praised for its clever writing, engaging dialogue, and the standout performance of Tiny Tina herself, who brings a quirky and hilarious flair to the narrative. Players appreciate the abundance of funny quests, pop culture references, and the overall comedic tone that enhances the gameplay experience, making it a memorable and entertaining addition to the Borderlands series. While some critiques mention that the humor can feel excessive at times, the majority find it to be a delightful and integral part of the DLC's charm.

    • “The characters are well-written and entertaining, with Tiny Tina herself stealing the show with her quirky personality and hilarious dialogue.”
    • “This DLC is really challenging and super funny at the same time.”
    • “The humor in this DLC is 10x stronger and thus better than every other DLC and the base game.”
  • music
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the soundtrack as phenomenal and perfectly fitting for the game's atmosphere. It enhances immersion and complements the gameplay, featuring a mix of references to various media and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic RPGs. Overall, the soundtrack is consistently highlighted as a standout element, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.

    • “The soundtrack is incredible, the new enemies can be very challenging and aren't just reskins, and the grenade mod 'spells' are all kinds of awesome.”
    • “The music is great and fitting for the atmosphere.”
    • “Holy shit, the soundtrack for this DLC is actually phenomenal... like, I stopped playing a few times just to listen to the music.”
    • “The one thing none of these reviews have mentioned that blew me away was the soundtrack.”
    • “Holy shit, the soundtrack for this DLC is actually phenomenal...like, I stopped playing a few times just to listen to the music.”
    • “I heard the Lair of Infinite Agony combat soundtrack on Spotify earlier and I just had to come back and say that I've never played anything that's topped this as far as DLC.”
  • gameplay
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "Assault on Dragon's Keep" is widely praised for its engaging mechanics, innovative D&D-inspired elements, and a wealth of new loot, enhancing the classic Borderlands experience. While some players noted minor frustrations with enemy respawn mechanics and certain boss fights, the overall consensus highlights the expansion as a standout addition that combines humor, immersive storytelling, and enjoyable gameplay, making it a favorite among fans. The unique setting and fresh gameplay features contribute to a rich and entertaining experience that revitalizes the series.

    • “With its engaging storytelling, creative setting, and fantastic gameplay, this expansion is a true gem in the world of video games.”
    • “The classic RPG theme was an interesting direction to take the Borderlands gameplay loop, and it just works so well.”
    • “Brimming with content, Dragon Keep adapts a more fantastic setting compared to Borderlands' alien wild west, while keeping true to the title with its one-of-a-kind brand of humor, the 'check your brain at the door and just shoot everything' playstyle and exploration and looting mechanic.”
    • “My hatred for the gameplay cannot be expressed in words.”
    • “Absolutely ruined the regular gameplay for me.”
    • “The gameplay in normal mode is like 'kill some baddies for miniscule rewards to get the scenario bits, which are the actual reward'.”
  • emotional
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching storyline, which combines humor with heartfelt moments, particularly in the character development of Tiny Tina as she copes with loss. Players report experiencing genuine emotional responses, including tears, during key moments, especially the impactful ending that serves as a satisfying conclusion to the overarching narrative. Overall, the game successfully balances lightheartedness with deeper emotional themes, creating a memorable and moving experience.

    • “The story actually has some touching moments, like when Lilith is trying to get Tina to understand that she needs healthy food and not just crumpets.”
    • “The journey you face across multiple realms and regions of Tina's mind is all imaginary, but the conflict and emotional issues existing between the vault hunters and Tina outside of the game, as you soon learn, is very real, and soon begins to affect your adventure.”
    • “The ending of Tina's campaign literally made me cry a little bit.”
  • graphics
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning visual style and high-quality sound design, effectively capturing the fantasy and post-apocalyptic themes. Reviewers highlight the impressive art direction, which blends medieval and comic aesthetics, resulting in a fresh and engaging experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a significant improvement over the base game, contributing to the game's immersive atmosphere.

    • “The graphics and sound design are top-notch, with a stunning visual style that perfectly captures the game's fantasy setting.”
    • “Not only is the DLC's story captivating, but it also blends its signature art style with a more medieval/fantasy/DnD theme, which makes the whole experience fresh and fun.”
    • “The new visuals are stunning.”
    • “Aesthetic post-apocalyptic filth”
    • “The graphics have improved a bit sometimes (meaning some places look more realistic), however there are also some levels that look even more like a playable comic.”
  • atmosphere
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in this DLC is widely praised for its immersive fantasy elements, vibrant landscapes, and engaging storytelling, which enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the combination of a captivating soundtrack, humor, and emotional depth, making it a standout addition to the game. The unique setting and well-designed environments contribute to a memorable and entertaining atmosphere that resonates with players.

    • “Everything is so good in it, the atmosphere, the characters, the story and the fact that you are actually just a figure where they control you while Tiny Tina makes the story as you progress is awesome.”
    • “Although all of the DLC for Borderlands 2 were fantastic addons to the original game, this one provided a particularly special experience through its wild atmospheres and environments, appropriately insane enemies, and especially its surprisingly emotional storyline and unique setting.”
    • “It is brilliantly designed with atmospheric landscapes and devilish foes, but most of all it's really, really funny.”
  • stability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the DLC is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, including game-breaking performance issues, frequent crashes, and NPC glitches. While the content is praised for its humor and gameplay, the technical problems significantly detract from the overall experience, suggesting that the DLC required more thorough testing before release.

    • “This entire DLC makes you want to uninstall Borderlands 2 and never play it again because of how buggy it is.”
    • “Definitely one of the funniest and funnest DLCs of them all. However, there is a game-breaking performance issue at the end in Dragon's Keep, halting progress. The performance tanks in this particular map to low FPS and causes the game to freeze or crash. It instantly freezes if you open your inventory or crashes at random. I presume it's due to all the particle effects going on, particularly the sandstorm swirling around.”
    • “This DLC is pretty buggy: watch NPCs fall through the map, map locations where you can get trapped and have to reload the game, etc. This DLC needed more time in testing.”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that the game offers extensive grinding opportunities with a plethora of new enemies, weapons, and farming spots, providing over a hundred hours of content. However, some find certain aspects, like farming for specific bosses and enemies, to be tedious and less rewarding, leading to a mixed experience with the grind. Overall, while the content is abundant, the grind can become repetitive and frustrating at times.

    • “The treants aren’t even worth farming for the bee.”
    • “The few bosses that are in the DLC, with the exception of the handsome sorcerer who is 150 percent worth farming, are highly forgettable, or straight up unpleasant to fight.”
    • “I would give this DLC a 9/10, not a 10 because the skeleton killing gets very grindy.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The expansion significantly enhances the game's replayability, offering a fresh experience with its engaging voice acting and tight narrative, making it feel like a new game rather than just an addition. Players appreciate the endless replayability of both the main game and the DLC, highlighting its value in extending the overall experience.

    • “Replayable, brilliant voice acting and script; the narrative is tight and feels like an entirely new game - not just a bolt-on.”
    • “Endlessly replayable main game plus this - the best of the DLC.”
    • “Another notable aspect of this expansion is its replayability.”
    • “The replayability value of the series is quite low.”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features exceptional character development, offering a fun and engaging story that deepens players' understanding of the characters, particularly those from Borderlands 1. Players appreciate the emotional depth and the blend of slice-of-life elements that enhance character exploration, alongside side quests rich in references.

    • “But above all, a fun story that features some of the best and deepest character development in the game.”
    • “I also experienced real character development and emotional depth that I wasn't expecting.”
    • “A fun mix of slice of life that actually lets you get to know the Borderlands 1 characters better and allows for character development, along with awesome side quests loaded with a bunch of different geeky references.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the DLC is significantly hindered by severe performance issues, particularly in the "Dragons Keep" map, where players experience low frame rates, frequent freezes, and crashes, especially when accessing the inventory. These problems are likely related to the extensive particle effects present in the environment.

    • “There is a game-breaking performance issue at the end in Dragon's Keep, halting progress. The performance tanks in this particular map to low FPS, causing the game to freeze or crash. It instantly freezes if you open your inventory or crashes at random. I presume it's due to all the particle effects going on, particularly the sandstorm swirling around.”
    • “The performance issues in Dragon's Keep are severe, with frequent crashes and freezing. The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, especially when interacting with the inventory or during intense visual effects.”
    • “In Dragon's Keep, the optimization is so poor that it ruins the experience. The game frequently drops to unplayable frame rates, and the constant freezing makes it impossible to progress.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the monetization of Borderlands 2, particularly regarding its DLC, is viewed negatively, with some players criticizing the rereleased version as a cash grab. However, the Dragon's Keep DLC is praised as one of the best expansions, offering a unique and engaging experience that enhances the original game.

    • “The re-released version feels like a cash grab compared to the original Borderlands 2.”
    • “The monetization strategies in this game are frustrating and detract from the overall experience.”
    • “It seems like every new feature is locked behind a paywall, making it hard to enjoy the game fully without spending extra money.”
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Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep is a role playing game.

Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep.

Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep was released on June 25, 2013.

Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep was developed by Aspyr (Linux).

Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Borderlands 2: Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep is a single player game with local co-op support.