Warning: Spoilers ahead for the Borderlands series.Borderlands is Gearbox Software's flagship franchise, and it has been going strong for 15 years. Since its start in 2009, the series has become one of the most popular looter-shooters, with its signature brand and blend of futuristic sci-fi, fast-paced co-op FPS action, absurd humor, and tons of weapons to equip in the fight against various nefarious forces that threaten the populace of the planet of Pandora and its galaxy. But beneath all the piles of guns, cartoonishly corrupt corporations, and groups of deranged bandits, Borderlands has a deeper story packed with emotionally engaging moments alongside its comedic inclusions and engaging gameplay loop.