Borderlands 4 Teased on the Coattails of Disastrous Movie Release

Gearbox CEO Hints at Borderlands 4 Development Following Movie Flop

Following the box office and critical failure of the Borderlands movie, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has again hinted at progress on Borderlands 4, reaffirming the studio's commitment to the franchise.

Borderlands 4 Development Confirmed (Again)

Pitchford recently expressed gratitude to fans, highlighting their continued enthusiasm for the game series – a stark contrast to the movie's reception. He subtly confirmed ongoing development on the next installment, sparking excitement among fans. This follows a previous GamesRadar+ interview where Pitchford alluded to several large-scale projects in the works, suggesting an imminent announcement regarding Borderlands 4. Publisher 2K officially confirmed the game's development earlier this year, coinciding with Take-Two Interactive's acquisition of Gearbox. The Borderlands franchise boasts over 83 million units sold, with Borderlands 3 holding the record as 2K's fastest-selling title (19 million copies) and Borderlands 2 remaining its best-selling game (over 28 million copies).

Movie's Failure Underscores Gaming Focus

Pitchford's comments come on the heels of the Borderlands movie's disastrous opening weekend, grossing a mere $4 million despite a wide release in over 3,000 theaters, including IMAX screenings. Projected to fall far short of its $115 million budget, the film has received overwhelmingly negative reviews, even from dedicated fans of the game. Critics cite a disconnect with the source material, lacking the humor and charm that defined the games' success. Loud and Clear Reviews' Edgar Ortega suggests the film misjudged its target audience, resulting in a disappointing cinematic experience.

The movie's underperformance serves as a cautionary tale for video game adaptations, but Gearbox remains focused on delivering a successful Borderlands 4 to its loyal fanbase.