Master Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel! Learn character roles like Roland the Soldier and their Action Skills, plus a full breakdown of all game controls.
Hey there! So you're diving into Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel and want to get a handle on the basics? This guide's got you covered. We'll break down the characters, focusing on Roland the Soldier, and then go over all the essential controls so you know exactly what button does what. Let's get you ready to loot!
Characters
Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel features four distinct character classes, each with their own unique perks and special Action Skills. While they all handle the same way control-wise, your choice will likely come down to which character's gun perks and Action Skill appeals to you most.
ROLAND: THE SOLDIER
Roland is the Soldier class and, honestly, a fantastic choice for beginners. He's a real jack-of-all-trades and has a great specialty in Combat Rifles and Shotguns, making him effective at both mid-range and close-quarters combat.
Action Skill: Scorpio Turret
Roland's signature move is the Scorpio Turret. This bad boy automatically targets enemies when deployed, drawing fire away from you. Even better, you can actually take cover behind its energy shield! The turret lasts for a solid 20 seconds and can absolutely wreck enemies in tight spaces or rooms. Just a heads-up, it's not as effective against flying enemies or those on different elevations, but in a pinch, it's a lifesaver.
Skill Tree
Roland's skill tree is where he really shines, especially if you're playing with others. For solo players, the Infantry (boosting your offensive power) and Support (boosting your defenses) trees are super useful, offering skills like Guided Missile and Supply Drop. But if you're playing co-op, you'll definitely want to look at the Medic tree. Skills like Aid Station and Grit make a Roland specced into Medic an absolute must-have teammate when facing the toughest challenges.
Infantry Skill Tree Details
- Impact: Increases bullet damage with all weapon types by +3%.
- Sentry: Increases Scorpio Turret damage by +7%.
Controls
Knowing your way around the controller is key in any Borderlands game. Here’s a rundown of the default controls:
| D-Pad | Select Weapon |
| Left Analog Stick | Move, Sprint (Click) |
| Right Analog Stick | Move Camera, Melee Attack (Click) |
| Start | Pause |
| Back | Status Menu |
| X Button | Interact, Reload |
| Y Button | Cycle Weapon |
| A Button | Jump |
| B Button | Toggle Crouch/Stand |
| Right Trigger | Fire Weapon |
| Left Trigger | Aim |
| Right Bumper | Throw Grenade |
| Left Bumper | Use Skill |
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