How to get the ‘Best’ Ending in New Tales from the Borderlands

Similar to most narrative video games, which feature branching options Tales from the Borderlands: New Tales, has a so-called “best” ending. Finding the perfect ending New Tales means the three main characters — plus murder robot companion L0U13 — survive, going on to create their own consulting firm that uses skateboard scoring to improve the morale of other companies.

To keep everyone alive, you’ll need to End the game with at least 75% skateboard score. Skateboard scores are dependent on your ability to complete quick events efficiently and choose the correct dialog options. Read on for to learn some tips and see our choices during a couple obscure events that we used to increase our team’s skateboard score.


The most friendly choice is the best

Team skateboard score and relationship status with a pair of siblings and a woman on a hover chair. Wall-e style.

Photo: Gearbox Software/2K Games by Johnny Yu for Polygon

While it might seem obvious to select the friendlier option in order to build team chemistry and trust, this is actually the right thing. Borderlands universe, so you’re forgiven for thinking otherwise. The answer is usually yes. If it doesn’t seem like your team chemistry improves, quickly return to the menu and choose a different option.

When making dialogue choices, consider the character’s individual passions. AnuWe want to stop death and help society. OctavioHe enjoys eating tacos and wants to be a better person. FranReally wants revenge on Susan Coldwell. As you read the story, keep these things in mind and choose the option that makes your character smile.


Save Juniper by defeating the Devourer

To defeat the Devourer, you’ll need to successfully complete the related quick-time events, which will boost your team’s coordination. You will need to make Juniper’s score on skateboards better in order to save him. beforeThe Vault. We scored L0U13 6 out of 10 on our skateboard score, which was high enough for Juniper to keep her safe.

Below are the most important dialogue options, starting in Chapter 2 Episode 2.

Anu:

  • Either Octavio or Fran’s plan led to us saving Juniper.
  • Make use of the guards.

Octavio:

  • Convince Anu her efforts can prevent deaths.
  • Choose the dialogue option “Do it for us.” to convince Fran to help you.
  • Say “Please. I need this.”

Fran:

  • Don’t snitch on Octavio

The shard must be rejected

Choose option reject the shard as floating green ball of fire talks to lady trapped in mechanical arm. Two other humans watch in terror as she may end the world.

Photo: Gearbox Software/2K Games by Johnny Yu for Polygon

The shard is not yours to take. This will give you more chances to strengthen the bonds between characters. You must complete all the events in a short time to bring the trio together and defeat Anahatium Susan.

The following dialog options were chosen in Episode 6:

  • The shards must be rejected
  • [Mouth fart]
  • Wish you’d gotten the kill, Fran.
  • The Almighty Skateboard

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