Deal | Steam: $2.99 for "chaotic co-op perfection" – looter shooter game drops to all-time low, down from $59.99

In one of the best deals this month so far, Gearbox’s loot-shooter blockbuster Borderlands 3 is currently available on Steam for just $2.99, at its lowest recorded price to date. This 95% discount, confirmed by SteamDB, brings the game down from its standard $59.99 tag. The offer runs until June 19, 2025. Interestingly, Borderlands 2 was being given away for free on Steam until June 8 as well.

Originally released in March 2020, Borderlands 3 is the fourth main installment in the Borderlands franchise. Players choose one of four Vault Hunters - Amara, Moze, Zane, or FL4K - each with unique skill trees and action abilities. The story centers around (SPOILERS!) stopping the Calypso twins from harnessing the power of ancient Vaults scattered across the galaxy.

The game retains the franchise’s trademark blend of chaotic combat, endless weapon variety, stylized cel-shaded visuals, and crude humor. Co-op is still a major feature, with both online and split-screen multiplayer supported.

Reviews and reception

Borderlands 3 received generally positive reviews at launch:

• GameSpot gave it an 8/10, citing satisfying gunplay and expansive customization options, while mentioning its humor doesn’t always land.
• PC Gamer rated it 63/100, appreciating the refined gameplay loop but criticizing a lack of innovation.
• IGN called it "familiar but fun," praising the improved mechanics but expressing fatigue with the overall formula.

On Steam, the game has an 80%+ positive rating from over 150,000 reviews, and sees around 5,000 concurrent players at the time of writing.

Why this deal stands out

According to the price history chart, this is the lowest price ever recorded for Borderlands 3 on Steam. It’s held temporary discounts in the past, but the current $2.99 offer undercuts even previous sale prices by a wide margin. The game includes hours of content and is still receiving updates. Those interested in diving deeper can also look into multiple DLCs and seasonal content available separately.

If you’ve skipped Borderlands 3 until now, this sale is an ideal time to buy in. It’s an excellent pick for fans of co-op shooters, RPG progression, and loot-heavy gameplay. Despite mixed critical opinions on the story, the core combat and gunplay remain solid - and at $2.99, the value is hard to argue with.

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