Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Shooter
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Developers: Gearbox Software
- Publishers: 2K Games
Borderlands 2: The Horrible Hunger of the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler is a Thanksgiving-themed downloadable content (DLC) pack for the video game Borderlands 2. It was released on November 20, 2013, and is available for purchase on the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC.
The DLC pack adds a new area to the game called The Slaughterhouse, which is a giant turkey monster that has been terrorizing the town of Fyrestone. Players must fight their way through the Slaughterhouse, defeating waves of enemies and eventually taking on the turkey monster itself.
In addition to the new area, The Horrible Hunger of the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler also adds new weapons, items, and challenges to the game. Players can earn new Thanksgiving-themed loot, such as the Gobbleblaster shotgun and the Turkey Shield. There are also new challenges to complete, such as the “Turkey Hunt” challenge, which requires players to kill 25 turkeys.
The DLC pack was generally well-received by critics, who praised its humor, new content, and challenging gameplay. Many reviewers also noted that the DLC pack was a good value for the price.
Gameplay
The Horrible Hunger of the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler is a first-person shooter game with role-playing elements. Players take control of one of four Vault Hunters, each with their own unique abilities and skills. Players must fight their way through waves of enemies, using a variety of weapons and abilities to defeat them.
The DLC pack adds a new area to the game called The Slaughterhouse, which is a giant turkey monster that has been terrorizing the town of Fyrestone. Players must fight their way through the Slaughterhouse, defeating waves of enemies and eventually taking on the turkey monster itself.
The Slaughterhouse is a large and complex area, with multiple levels and rooms. Players must use their wits and skills to navigate the Slaughterhouse and defeat the enemies within. The Slaughterhouse is also home to a number of hidden areas and secrets, which players can explore to find new loot and challenges.
New Content
The Horrible Hunger of the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler adds a significant amount of new content to Borderlands 2, including:
- A new area: The Slaughterhouse
- New enemies: Turkeys, pilgrims, and gravy monsters
- New weapons: Gobbleblaster shotgun, Turkey Shield, and more
- New items: Thanksgiving-themed loot, such as turkey legs and pumpkin pies
- New challenges: Turkey Hunt challenge, Gravy Gauntlet challenge, and more
Reception
The Horrible Hunger of the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler was generally well-received by critics, who praised its humor, new content, and challenging gameplay. Many reviewers also noted that the DLC pack was a good value for the price.
- IGN: 8/10
- GameSpot: 7/10
- Polygon: 8/10
Overall
The Horrible Hunger of the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler is a fun and challenging DLC pack that adds a significant amount of new content to Borderlands 2. The new area, enemies, weapons, and challenges are all well-designed and provide players with a lot of new content to explore and enjoy. Overall, The Horrible Hunger of the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler is a great value for the price and is a must-play for fans of Borderlands 2.
Review Score
7.5/10