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The LootTheWorld app, which is now available for free on both iOS and Android , provides players with a QR code representing them. This code can be scanned by other players with the app in order to see what time of loot corresponds with them. In addition to this, any other QR codes and bar codes can be scanned to create in-game items and weapons. Then, by redeeming stamps (which Gearbox will be giving away codes for on Twitter and Facebook), these items can be sent into the game using a player's Shift account.This isn't the first time there has been a connection between Borderlands and QR codes. In both Borderlands and Borderlands 2, there were various QR codes that could be found which, when scanned, would reveal various messages. These are simply Easter Eggs that had no serious bearing on the game, but it now seems QR codes are being used for something more substantial.Borderlands 2 on PlayStation 3 was just released as a free PlayStation Plus title for North American members on Tuesday. Additionally, its latest DLC, entitled How Marcus Saved Mercenary Day, was revealed earlier this week and will be available on each of the game's platforms -- PS3, Xbox 360, PC, and Mac -- on December 17 for $2.99 / £2.39 / €2,99. A Vita version of the game is scheduled for release next year.

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