New Borderlands game coming soon, Gearbox CEO hints

Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has dropped hints about a potential new installment in the Borderlands series. Read on to know more about these new developments, and information about the Borderlands movie.

Gearbox CEO Hints at Working on Multiple ProjectsNew Borderlands Game may be Announced this Year

Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has dropped tantalizing hints for a new Borderlands game and stated in a recent interview "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."

Pitchford continued, "An announcement about the next game could happen before the end of the year" Pitchford continued. "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 specific details remain scarce, Pitchford's playful hints have set the stage for what could be an exciting new game announcement. The Gearbox CEO also said that they are working on "big things" and multiple projects were in development at the studio.

Borderlands Movie to Big Screen as New Borderlands Game Stirs Excitement

The possibility of a new Borderlands game has fans thrilled. The last major entry, Borderlands 3, was released in 2019, and received widespread acclaim for its engaging storyline, humor, varied characters and addictive gameplay. This was followed by a standalone spin-off, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, released in 2022 that also garnered positive reviews, showcasing the franchise’s versatility and creativity.

Ever since then, the community has always been on the lookout for another installment, and Pitchford's recent statements have reignited that excitement just in time for the Borderlands movie premiere on August 9, 2024.

Borderlands Movie Premieres August 9, 2024

Borderlands, is a star studded movie featuring Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart and Jack Black. Directed by Eli Roth, the film adaptation is expected to bring the iconic looter/shooter world of Pandora to life and potentially expand the franchise's universe moving forward.