Borderlands 4

Borderlands 4: New Photos Have Everyone Buzzing, But Where's Handsome Jack?

Gearbox spills the beans on the legendary Vault Hunters of Borderlands 4 and why Handsome Jack is NOT making a comeback!

Gearbox recently dropped a trailer at Gamescom for the highly anticipated 'Borderlands 4', and fans are buzzing more than a Hyperion drone on caffeine! The reveal came with a mysterious character holding a robotic arm and an aged gas mask that flaunts glowing blue eyes. Naturally, speculation ran rampant with fans wondering if we’d see the return of the notorious Handsome Jack, who has been both a villain and an iconic character in previous installments. But hold your horses – Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has immediately quashed that theory, saying that this character has nothing to do with the beloved antagonist!

Set on an all-new planet, 'Borderlands 4' promises to take the looter-shooter experience to fresh frontiers. Players will be stepping into the boots of legendary Vault Hunters, and you know what that means: loads of alien treasure, chaos, and mounds of loot just begging to be collected! If you thought the chaotic gunplay was intense before, you haven't seen anything yet. Fans also have plenty to chew on from the trailer, as Gearbox teases a villain who is said to be "far more dangerous" than Handsome Jack. Could it be the ancient Eridians racing back from the ether? The excitement is palpable!

Following the exciting announcements, fans have been questioning the future of the franchise, especially after the lukewarm reception of the 'Borderlands' film. Will this game omit those cinematic misfires and make things right? The release dates are being anticipated with bated breath, as Gearbox appears to be rallying the series back toward the heights that made them such a beloved staple in gaming lore.

If you’re already planning your co-op sessions with friends, you better get your snacks ready! Just imagine launching into insane battles while crafting perfect strategies – and of course, gathering tons of loot along the way. Get ready for epic drops, insane missions, and wild character interactions that could have you laughing more than a Claptrap! Plus, did you know that 'Borderlands' has won numerous accolades since its inception, including several BAFTA nominations? With Gearbox at the helm again, 'Borderlands 4' is set to reclaim its throne as the king of loot shooters while laughing in the face of rivals! Stay tuned, Vault Hunters; your next adventure awaits!