Get ready, Vault Hunters! The gaming community’s anticipation just shot through the roof as Gearbox chairman Randy Pitchford confirmed what many fans have been eagerly waiting for – Borderlands 4 will make its gameplay debut at The Game Awards 2024.

What to Expect at the Show

Pitchford, known for his enthusiastic presentations, couldn’t contain his excitement when he announced on social media that viewers will witness what he describes as a “roof-blowing” trailer. The showcase promises two major reveals:

• First-ever gameplay footage of Borderlands 4
• Story connections to Borderlands 3, the 2019 installment in the series

Connecting the Dots

The announcement comes at an interesting time, as The Game Awards has been steadily building up its roster of high-profile reveals. This addition joins other anticipated presentations, including the recently announced Mafia: The Old Country, making this year’s show particularly noteworthy for gaming enthusiasts.

Release Window and Platforms

For those already marking their calendars, Borderlands 4 is targeting a 2025 release. The game will launch on:

• PC
• PlayStation 5
• Xbox Series X|S

This next chapter in the beloved looter-shooter franchise appears to be focusing exclusively on current-gen hardware, potentially allowing for more ambitious technical features and gameplay innovations.

The Game Awards has become gaming’s equivalent of the Oscars, regularly featuring world premieres of highly anticipated titles. With Borderlands 4’s upcoming reveal, it seems The Game Awards 2024 will continue this tradition of delivering exciting announcements for the gaming community.

Stay tuned for more details as we approach this major gaming event. The combination of Pitchford’s enthusiasm and the promise of new gameplay footage suggests this reveal might indeed live up to the “roof-blowing” hype.

Source: Randy Pitchford