Borderlands 2: Headhunter 2: Wattle Gobbler is a short Thanksgiving-themed add-on for the action RPG looter shooter Borderlands 2 on PC. It centers on a compact story mission that sends players after the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler, a massive boss whose hunger drives the central conflict. The pack delivers one focused narrative thread narrated in part by Grandma Torgue, along with a single boss encounter and cosmetic rewards in the form of a unique head and skin set.
Gameplay
The core loop follows the established Borderlands 2 formula of gunplay, skill progression, and loot collection while adding a self-contained mission that emphasizes direct confrontation with the title boss. Players navigate a small dedicated area called Gluttony Gulch, complete objectives tied to the Wattle Gobbler's appetite, and ultimately face the creature in a dedicated fight. The encounter rewards a new head and skin for each character class upon completion. Combat remains first-person shooter focused, with enemies scaling to the player's level in Normal mode between 15 and 35, and the mission integrates directly into existing character builds without introducing new weapons or skill trees.
Game Modes
This Headhunter pack contains no separate multiplayer modes or dedicated arenas. It consists of a single-player story mission that players access via fast travel and complete within the base game's existing difficulty settings, including True Vault Hunter Mode and Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode where enemy levels adjust accordingly. The content is designed as a brief side experience rather than a standalone campaign segment, allowing seamless insertion into any ongoing playthrough after the minimum level threshold.
Story and Setting
The narrative revolves around the Ravenous Wattle Gobbler and features voice lines from Grandma Torgue that provide context and humor during the mission. The setting draws on a festive Thanksgiving motif with the boss serving as the primary antagonist whose defeat concludes the short arc. No additional factions or recurring characters beyond the Torgue connection appear in the verified content.
Current State and Availability
The add-on remains accessible as part of Borderlands 2 collections and bundles on PC, with no further updates or seasonal events tied specifically to it since its 2013 release. It functions as optional content that scales with player progress and requires no separate installation beyond the base game.
Is It Worth Playing?
Players who enjoy short, self-contained boss encounters and Torgue-related humor will find value in the focused mission and cosmetic unlock. Reception describes the pack as generally fun yet noticeably brief compared with larger Borderlands 2 expansions, with the boss fight and story elements providing a light diversion rather than substantial new systems. Those seeking extended campaigns or new multiplayer features may prefer to skip it in favor of the main game or longer DLCs. The content suits completionists and fans of the series' lighter holiday-themed side stories who already own the base title.
