Borderlands® 4 Coming In 2025
2K and Gearbox Software have officially announced Borderlands® 4, set to launch in 2025 on PS5®, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game, available for wishlisting now, was revealed at gamescom's Opening Night Live with a teaser trailer showcasing a new planet. As the fourth mainline title and seventh overall entry in the franchise, players will once again take on the role of a Vault Hunter.
The Borderlands franchise has sold-in over 87 million copies to date. Randy Pitchford, founder of Gearbox Entertainment Company, expressed ambitious plans for Borderlands 4, promising to elevate the game to new levels. The series is noted for its unique guns, unforgettable characters, and deep world-building. 2K's Core Games Senior VP, Catharina Lavers Mallet, highlighted the franchise's significance and the growing partnership with Gearbox.
2K e Gearbox Software hanno ufficialmente annunciato Borderlands® 4, previsto per il lancio nel 2025 su PS5®, Xbox Series X|S e PC. Il gioco, disponibile per essere inserito nella lista dei desideri, è stato rivelato durante l'Opening Night Live di gamescom con un teaser trailer che mostra un nuovo pianeta. Essendo il quarto titolo principale e il settimo complessivo della serie, i giocatori torneranno ad assumere il ruolo di un Vault Hunter.
La serie di Borderlands ha venduto oltre 87 milioni di copie fino ad oggi. Randy Pitchford, fondatore della Gearbox Entertainment Company, ha espresso piani ambiziosi per Borderlands 4, promettendo di portare il gioco a nuovi livelli. La serie è famosa per le sue armi uniche, personaggi indimenticabili e un profondo world-building. Catharina Lavers Mallet, Senior VP di 2K's Core Games, ha sottolineato l'importanza della serie e la crescente collaborazione con Gearbox.
2K y Gearbox Software han anunciado oficialmente Borderlands® 4, que se lanzará en 2025 para PS5®, Xbox Series X|S y PC. El juego, que ya está disponible para desear, fue revelado en la Opening Night Live de gamescom con un tráiler teaser que muestra un nuevo planeta. Como el cuarto título principal y séptimo lanzamiento general de la franquicia, los jugadores asumiran de nuevo el papel de un Vault Hunter.
La franquicia Borderlands ha vendido más de 87 millones de copias hasta la fecha. Randy Pitchford, fundador de Gearbox Entertainment Company, expresó planes ambiciosos para Borderlands 4, prometiendo elevar el juego a nuevos niveles. La serie es conocida por sus armas únicas, personajes inolvidables y un profundo desarrollo del mundo. Catharina Lavers Mallet, VP senior de Core Games de 2K, destacó la importancia de la franquicia y la creciente colaboración con Gearbox.
2K와 Gearbox Software는 Borderlands® 4를 공식 발표하였으며, 2025년에 PS5®, Xbox Series X|S 및 PC에서 출시될 예정입니다. 현재 위시리스트에 추가할 수 있는 이 게임은 gamescom의 Opening Night Live에서 새로운 행성을 보여주는 티저 트레일러와 함께 공개되었습니다. 시리즈의 네 번째 메인 타이틀이자 전체적으로 일곱 번째 작품으로, 플레이어는 다시 한 번 Vault Hunter의 역할을 맡게 됩니다.
Borderlands 프랜차이즈는 현재까지 8700만 개 이상의 판매량을 기록하고 있습니다. Gearbox Entertainment Company의 창립자인 Randy Pitchford는 Borderlands 4에 대한 야심찬 계획을 밝혔으며, 게임의 수준을 한 단계 끌어올릴 것을 약속했습니다. 이 시리즈는 독특한 총기, 잊을 수 없는 캐릭터 및 깊이 있는 세계관 구축으로 유명합니다. 2K의 Core Games 수석 부사장인 Catharina Lavers Mallet는 프랜차이즈의 중요성과 Gearbox와의 관계가 더욱 발전하고 있음을 강조했습니다.
2K et Gearbox Software ont officiellement annoncé Borderlands® 4, prévu pour 2025 sur PS5®, Xbox Series X|S et PC. Le jeu, dès à présent disponible en liste de souhaits, a été révélé lors de l'Opening Night Live de gamescom avec une bande-annonce teaser mettant en avant une nouvelle planète. En tant que quatrième titre principal et septième épisode au total de la franchise, les joueurs incarneront de nouveau un Chasseur de Coffres.
La franchise Borderlands a vendu plus de 87 millions d'exemplaires jusqu'à présent. Randy Pitchford, fondateur de Gearbox Entertainment Company, a exprimé des plans ambitieux pour Borderlands 4, promettant d'élever le jeu à de nouveaux niveaux. La série est reconnue pour ses armes uniques, ses personnages inoubliables et son univers riche. Catharina Lavers Mallet, VP senior de 2K's Core Games, a souligné l'importance de la franchise et la croissance du partenariat avec Gearbox.
2K und Gearbox Software haben offiziell Borderlands® 4 angekündigt, das 2025 für PS5®, Xbox Series X|S und PC erscheinen soll. Das Spiel, das jetzt auf die Wunschliste gesetzt werden kann, wurde während der Opening Night Live von gamescom mit einem Teaser-Trailer vorgestellt, der einen neuen Planeten zeigt. Als vierten Haupttitel und insgesamt siebten Teil der Franchise schlüpfen die Spieler erneut in die Rolle eines Vault Hunters.
Die Borderlands-Franchise hat bisher über 87 Millionen Exemplare verkauft. Randy Pitchford, Gründer der Gearbox Entertainment Company, äußerte ehrgeizige Pläne für Borderlands 4 und versprach, das Spiel auf neue Höhen zu heben. Die Serie ist bekannt für ihre einzigartigen Waffen, unvergesslichen Charaktere und tiefgründigen Weltenbau. Catharina Lavers Mallet, Senior VP von 2K's Core Games, hob die Bedeutung der Franchise und die wachsende Partnerschaft mit Gearbox hervor.
- Borderlands 4 announcement signals continuation of a successful franchise
- Launch planned for 2025 across multiple platforms (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC)
- Borderlands franchise has sold-in over 87 million copies to date
- Expansion to a new planet setting, potentially attracting both new and existing players
- Long wait time until 2025 release may impact short-term investor interest
- Increased competition in the looter-shooter genre since the last main entry
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The announcement of Borderlands 4 for 2025 is a significant development for Take-Two Interactive (NASDAQ: TTWO). With the franchise having sold over
This announcement has positive implications for Take-Two's long-term financial outlook. The Borderlands franchise is a proven revenue generator and its fourth mainline installment could significantly boost the company's Fiscal Year 2026 earnings. However, investors should note that game development costs will likely impact profitability in the short term. The multi-platform release strategy should help maximize return on investment. With the gaming industry's trend towards live service models, it'll be important to watch for any post-launch monetization plans. While the news is promising, it's important to consider it alongside Take-Two's broader portfolio and market conditions when assessing the stock's potential.
The looter-shooter genre, pioneered by Borderlands, remains popular but faces increased competition. Borderlands 4's success will hinge on its ability to innovate while retaining its core appeal. The 2025 release allows time for next-gen console adoption to increase, potentially expanding the game's market. However, it also risks losing momentum if competitors release similar titles earlier. The franchise's strong brand recognition and loyal fanbase provide a solid foundation, but Gearbox must deliver on the 'new levels' and 'exciting new directions' promised to maintain market leadership. Investors should monitor industry trends and competitor releases in the lead-up to 2025 to gauge Borderlands 4's potential market impact.
Definitive looter-shooter and latest entry in the genre-defining Borderlands franchise officially announced
Today, 2K and Gearbox Software officially announced that Borderlands® 4, the next entry in the iconic looter-shooter franchise, will launch in 2025 (during Take-Two’s Fiscal Year 2026) on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store. It is available to wishlist now. (Photo: Business Wire)
Borderlands 4 was announced at gamescom’s Opening Night Live with a teaser trailer providing players with their first tantalizing glimpse of an all-new planet. Borderlands 4 is the fourth mainline title and seventh overall entry in the franchise. Players will once again assume the role of a legendary Vault Hunter as they search for secret alien treasure while blasting everything in sight.
“The team and I at Gearbox have a lot we’ve wanted to do with Borderlands since we first introduced the looter shooter genre to the world with our original game,” said Randy Pitchford, founder and President of the Gearbox Entertainment Company. “All of us at Gearbox have massive ambitions for Borderlands 4 and are putting everything we have into making everything we love about Borderlands better than ever before while taking the game to new levels in exciting new directions.”
The Borderlands franchise has sold-in more than 87 million copies to-date, receiving critical acclaim from reviewers and fans alike. With unforgettable characters, deep world building, and more unique guns than can be counted, the franchise has cemented itself as a must-play series.
“We’re thrilled to be able to share with our fans that 2025 will mark a massive year for 2K and Gearbox Entertainment,” said 2K Core Games Senior Vice President and General Manager Catharina Lavers Mallet. “The Borderlands series is one of 2K’s most successful franchises ever and is beloved by millions globally. We’re excited that our already close partnership and collaboration with the Gearbox team has grown even deeper, and we look forward to delivering best-in-class experiences for both longtime fans and new players alike.”
For the latest information on Borderlands 4, wishlist the game, visit www.borderlands.2k.com and follow the game across YouTube, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok.
Borderlands 4 is currently rated RP for Rating Pending by the ESRB. Gearbox Software is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
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