Borderlands 3 (2019) | How Woke Is It?

Our VerdictMildly Woke

40%

Borderlands 32019

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What We Think

Borderlands 3 spices things up with diverse cast and modern themes, but it stops short of being a fully woke parable. The series remains too busy roasting everyone to get truly preachy, giving it a mostly non-woke, if chaotic, energy.

Score Breakdown

Compromised:Narrative Integrity

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What is this?

Borderlands 3 features a diverse cast and includes several LGBTQ+ characters, but for the most part, these elements don't significantly overshadow the wild, comedic story or characters' personal arcs. There are moments where identity feels emphasized, but it's usually in line with the game's over-the-top tone.

Compromised:Cultural Foundations

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Traditional values like family or religion aren't a focus, neither are they subverted nor ridiculed at length. The franchise is more interested in poking fun at everything, rather than crusading for or against cultural norms. Some gender role subversion is present, but within a comic, satirical framework.

Compromised:Ideological Monoculture

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There's a definite leaning toward modern values, with little room for traditional alternatives, especially in character portrayals. Still, the irreverent tone prevents it from feeling like an ideological crusade, as most viewpoints are used for humor rather than rhetoric.

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