Borderlands 3: Ultimate Edition Guides

Hey, Vault Hunters! If you’re ready to dive into the chaotic, loot-filled universe of Borderlands 3, the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition is your golden ticket. This edition packs the base game along with all the DLCs and bonus content, making it the definitive way to experience the mayhem. Whether you’re a newbie stepping onto Pandora for the first time or a seasoned player looking to revisit the madness, this guide from GameMoco has everything you need. Updated as of April 10, 2025, we’re here to give you the freshest tips, tricks, and strategies to conquer the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition. From explosive guns to quirky characters, the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition delivers a wild ride through a dystopian sci-fi world that’s equal parts hilarious and brutal. Stick with us at GameMoco as we break down what makes this edition so special and how to make the most of it!

🌟What’s Inside the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition?

The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition isn’t just the base game—it’s the full package. You’re getting:

The original Borderlands 3 adventure
Six DLCs, including Moxxi’s Heist of the Handsome Jackpot, Guns, Love, and Tentacles, and Psycho Krieg and the Fantastic Fustercluck
Extra cosmetics, weapon packs, and bonus content like the Multiverse Final Form skins

With the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, you’re looking at hours of additional missions, new areas to explore, and even more ways to customize your Vault Hunter. It’s the ultimate loot-shooter experience, and GameMoco is here to help you navigate it all.

🎮Platforms and How to Get It

Where to Play

The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition is available across a ton of platforms, so no matter your setup, you can jump in:

PC: Grab it on Steam or the Epic Games Store
PlayStation 4 & 5: Available via the PlayStation Store
Xbox One & Series X/S: Get it from the Microsoft Store
Nintendo Switch: Pick it up on the Nintendo eShop

Pricing and Borderlands 3 Game Pass

This is a buy-to-play title. Prices can vary with sales, so check your platform for deals. Wondering about Borderlands 3 Game Pass? As of now, the standard Borderlands 3 has appeared on Xbox Game Pass, but the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition usually requires a separate purchase. Keep an eye on the Microsoft Store for updates—GameMoco will let you know if that changes!

Supported Devices

You can play on PC, last-gen consoles (PS4, Xbox One), current-gen (PS5, Xbox Series X/S), and even the portable Nintendo Switch. The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition runs smoothly across these devices, with enhanced performance on newer hardware.

🌆 Game Background: The Wild World of Borderlands

The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition drops you into the anarchic Borderlands universe—a sci-fi wasteland filled with bandits, mega-corporations, and ancient alien tech. The story kicks off after Borderlands 2, with the Crimson Raiders recruiting you to stop the Calypso Twins, a pair of psychotic streamers trying to awaken Vault monsters and rule the galaxy. You’ll explore planets like Pandora, Promethea, and Eden-6, each with its own vibe and dangers.

The game’s cel-shaded art style gives it a comic-book feel, paired with dark humor that’s pure Borderlands. It’s not based on any anime, but its over-the-top characters and visuals might remind you of one. With the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, you get extra story content from the DLCs, expanding this wild world even further—perfect for lore junkies like us at GameMoco.

🦸‍♂️Borderlands 3 Characters: Meet Your Vault Hunters

The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition lets you pick from four unique Borderlands 3 characters, each with their own flair:

Amara the Siren: Channels mystical powers to summon fists that smash enemies—great for melee fans.
FL4K the Beastmaster: A robot with pet companions (skag, spiderant, or jabber) that fight alongside you.
Moze the Gunner: Calls in Iron Bear, a customizable mech that’s a walking arsenal.
Zane the Operative: A tech-savvy rogue with gadgets like drones and holograms.

Each Borderlands 3 character in the Borderlands Illegal Edition has three skill trees, letting you tailor your playstyle—tank, DPS, or support. The DLCs add even more options, like new skill trees, making the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition a playground for experimentation.

🕹️Weapons and Equipment: Loot Like a Pro

Guns, Guns, Guns

The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition is a loot-shooter paradise, boasting millions of procedurally generated weapons. Manufacturers like Torgue (explosive), Maliwan (elemental), and Vladof (high fire rate) each bring their own flavor. You’ll find pistols, shotguns, snipers, and more—perfect for any combat style.

Gear Up

Beyond weapons, the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition offers:

Shields: Absorb damage or add effects like elemental resistance.
Grenade Mods: Toss explosives with quirks like homing or bouncing.
Class Mods: Boost your Vault Hunter’s skills and stats.

How to Get It

Loot drops from enemies, chests, and quest rewards. Hit up vending machines or farm bosses for rare gear. With the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, DLCs add exclusive loot pools—check GameMoco for farming guides!

⚡Skills and Upgrades: Power Up Your Hunter

In the Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition, leveling up earns you skill points to spend in your character’s three skill trees. For example:

Amara: Boost melee, elemental damage, or crowd control.
FL4K: Enhance pets, crits, or survivability.

The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition also includes badass ranks (small stat boosts from challenges) and guardian ranks (endgame perks like extra damage). Respec anytime at a Quick-Change station to tweak your build—freedom is key here.

🗞️ Gameplay and Strategies: Master the Mayhem

Basic Operations

The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition is a first-person shooter with RPG twists. You’ll run, gun, and loot through missions, using WASD/movement controls, mouse/aiming, and action skills (e.g., FL4K’s pets or Moze’s mech). It’s fast-paced and frantic—exactly what we love at GameMoco.

Top Tips

Explore Everything: Hidden chests and side quests boost XP and gear.
Mix Weapons: Pair a Maliwan elemental with a Torgue explosive for variety.
Skill Timing: Save your action skill for big fights or clutch moments.
Co-op Chaos: Team up with up to three buddies—loot scales, and it’s a blast.
Inventory Check: Sell junk at vendors to keep space for legendaries.

The Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition spans planets with unique foes—Pandora’s bandits, Promethea’s corporate goons, Eden-6’s swamp beasts. Adapt and conquer!