Gearbox CEO Teases a New Borderlands Game

Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has set the gaming community abuzz with tantalizing hints about a potential new installment in the beloved Borderlands series. Fans are eagerly awaiting more details following Pitchford's recent interview where he playfully suggested that Gearbox is hard at work on something special. "I don't think I've done a good enough job of hiding the fact that we're working on something … And I think people that love Borderlands are going to be very excited about what we're working on," he revealed. Pitchford's enthusiasm is palpable, as he teased, "An announcement about the next game could happen before the end of the year. I have the biggest and best team that I’ve ever had working on what we know is exactly what our fans want from us – so I’m very, very thrilled. I can’t wait to talk about it! I wish I could just gush right now because we’ve got so much to say!" While specifics remain under wraps, the promise of "big things" and multiple projects in development at Gearbox has set the stage for an exciting announcement.

New Borderlands Game May Be Announced This Year

The excitement for a new Borderlands game comes on the heels of the last major entry, Borderlands 3, released in 2019, which was lauded for its engaging storyline, humor, diverse characters, and addictive gameplay. The standalone spin-off, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, released in 2022, further showcased the franchise’s versatility and creativity, earning positive reviews. With the community eagerly anticipating another installment, Pitchford's recent statements have reignited excitement just in time for the Borderlands movie premiere.

Borderlands Movie to Big Screen as New Borderlands Game Stirs Excitement

The buzz around a new Borderlands game coincides with the upcoming premiere of the Borderlands movie, set to hit theaters on August 9, 2024. This star-studded film, featuring talents like Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, and Jack Black, and directed by Eli Roth, promises to bring the iconic looter/shooter world of Pandora to life. The movie is expected to expand the franchise's universe and add to the excitement surrounding the potential new game announcement.

Borderlands Movie Premieres August 9, 2024