Indications Suggest Gearbox Could Fully Commit to Borderlands 4
Gearbox Software's future hangs in the balance as they prepare to launch Borderlands 4 The stakes are high, as the game must not only be a resounding success but also tie up loose ends in the beloved franchise
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Borderlands 4 needs to be a major success for Gearbox Software as the studio may be sold to another parent company, putting the future of the franchise at stake.
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To ensure the future of the franchise, the game needs to regain the trust of disappointed fans and entice new players, particularly with the impending release of the Borderlands movie.
For Borderlands 4 to meet fans' expectations and bring about a satisfactory conclusion, it should tie up loose ends such as the Watcher's War and the fate of important characters like Lilith, thereby concluding ongoing storylines.
The owner of Gearbox Software, the creator of Borderlands, is reportedly discussing the potential sale of the studio to another parent company. Given the significant stakes involved, the success of Borderlands 4 is crucial for Gearbox.
Borderlands 4 faces the daunting task of living up to the mainline franchise games, the spin-off games, and the highly anticipated Borderlands movie. With numerous unresolved storylines and the pressure to meet industry and fan expectations for exceptional quality, Gearbox Software must give their all for Borderlands 4.
Borderlands 4 Can’t Afford Failure
Rumors circulating suggest that Gearbox Software, currently owned by Embracer Group, may soon be put up for sale. Speculation indicates that this potential deal could take place following the launch of Borderlands 4. The stakes are high for the success of Borderlands 4, as it will play a crucial role in determining the value of Gearbox Software and whether Embracer Group will continue to retain ownership of the studio.
Apart from the reported pressure the gaming industry's financial side is exerting on Borderlands 4, fans of the franchise also have incredibly high expectations for the game. In the lead-up to Borderlands 4, the most recent releases from the Borderlands franchise are the DLCs for Tiny Tina's Wonderlands. On Steam, the current reviews for Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands are predominantly positive for the base game, while the reviews for each of the individual DLCs are mostly negative. Given this, in order for Borderlands 4 to be successful, it must regain the trust of recently disappointed fans. Additionally, it needs to carefully cater to newcomers to the franchise, especially considering the upcoming Borderlands movie, which is likely to attract a surge of first-time players. Given the supposed stake on Gearbox's ownership, the timing of Borderlands 4's release shortly after the movie's premiere signifies a pivotal moment for the franchise to captivate new players.
Borderlands 4 Needs to Wrap up the Franchise’s Loose Ends
Given the current precarious state of the Borderlands franchise, it is of utmost importance that Borderlands 4 effectively concludes all the ongoing narratives within the franchise. From the intense Watcher's War to the destiny of the existing Sirens, Borderlands is faced with the daunting task of bringing closure to these significant storylines.
The Watcher's War was initiated a long time ago in the Borderlands franchise, but it has yet to be explored further. Consequently, little is known about the details of the Watcher's War, but it is rumored to involve all the known vault hunters, making it a highly anticipated event in the franchise.
In addition to delving into the Watcher's War, Borderlands 4 must also continue where the ending of Borderlands 3 left off. Specifically, there are still unanswered questions regarding the franchise's iconic Siren, Lilith. Lilith has played a significant role in the overarching story of the Borderlands games and deserves a proper conclusion to her journey, especially considering her immense power. Furthermore, Borderlands 4 should provide closure for other Siren characters who were introduced in Borderlands 3 and set up for new story arcs.
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am excited about the potential of Borderlands 4 but also anxious about the future of the franchise. Gearbox Software has a lot of work to do to regain the trust of fans who were disappointed by Borderlands 3. The game needs to tie up loose ends in the story, introduce new and interesting characters, and offer a challenging and rewarding gameplay experience. I am confident that Gearbox can deliver a great game, but I am also aware that the stakes are high. If Borderlands 4 fails, it could mean the end of the franchise.
I am particularly interested in seeing how Gearbox resolves the Watcher's War storyline. This has been a major plot point in the Borderlands games for years, and I am eager to see how it all plays out. I am also curious to learn more about the fate of Lilith and the other Sirens. These characters have been through a lot, and I want to see them get a happy ending.
