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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 alluded to the development of Borderlands 4. This subtle confirmation comes amidst fan disappointment with the film adaptation.

Confirmation of Borderlands 4 Development

Pitchford recently expressed gratitude to fans, highlighting their continued enthusiasm for the game series, which far outweighs the reception of the recent movie. He further indicated active development on the next installment, sparking anticipation among fans. This follows a previous GamesRadar+ interview where Pitchford hinted at several significant projects underway at Gearbox, including the next Borderlands game.

The development of Borderlands 4 was officially confirmed earlier this year by 2K, coinciding with Take-Two Interactive's acquisition of Gearbox. The Borderlands franchise, launched in 2009, boasts over 83 million units sold, with Borderlands 3 achieving 2K's fastest-selling title status at 19 million copies. Borderlands 2 remains their best-selling title with over 28 million copies sold.

Movie's Poor Reception Spurs CEO's Comments

Pitchford's social media comments followed the movie's disastrous opening weekend, grossing a mere $4 million despite a wide release in over 3,000 theaters, including IMAX showings. Projected to fall far short of its $115 million budget, the film has received harsh criticism and a poor CinemaScore, even from dedicated fans. Reviewers cite a disconnect with the source material's charm and humor, suggesting a misjudged attempt to appeal to a younger demographic.

The underwhelming performance of the Borderlands movie underscores the inherent challenges in adapting beloved video games to the big screen. However, Gearbox remains committed to delivering a successful next installment for its loyal gaming fanbase.