Borderlands
News, coverage and analysis tracking Borderlands across the outlets.
PlayStation Vita: Our Love for a Dead ConsoleThe PlayStation Vita, released in 2011, aimed to bring a home console experience to a handheld device with features like dual analog sticks and an OLED screen. Despite a strong library of JRPGs, fighting games, and indie titles, it struggled against mobile gaming and the Nintendo 3DS due to its high price and proprietary memory cards. However, the console gained a dedicated following through modding, enabling emulation, custom themes, and the use of standard Micro SD cards, preserving its legacy as a beloved handheld.
SteamOS 3.8.2 Beta brings fixes for security issues, trackpad on Legion Go and Borderlands 2Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.2 Beta, introducing fixes for security vulnerabilities, trackpad issues on the Legion Go, and a crash bug in Borderlands 2. The update also includes general stability improvements, enhanced controller support for various handheld devices like the ASUS ROG Ally and GPD Win 5, and updates to the KDE Plasma desktop environment to version 6.4.3 with Wayland as the default.
Fan Creates Overwatch x Borderlands Collaboration Concept ArtA Reddit user shared concept art for a potential collaboration between Blizzard's Overwatch and Gearbox's Borderlands. The fan-made art imagines how the distinct visual styles and gameplay mechanics of both franchises could merge, sparking community discussion about the possibility of such a crossover.
A new free-to-play Borderlands game gets surprise drop on mobile, which Zynga says is part of a 'limited-time…Zynga has surprise-launched a new free-to-play Borderlands game for iPhone in the US, developed by NaturalMotion. The company is calling Borderlands Mobile a 'limited-time test' and is working with Gearbox Software for creative guidance. The game is described as an action-packed looter shooter optimized for mobile.
Razer’s new Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed earbuds rise above slow Bluetooth hasslesRazer has released the Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed wireless earbuds, designed to minimize audio latency for gamers. These earbuds utilize Razer's 2.4 GHz HyperSpeed Wireless technology for a stable, low-latency connection, with Bluetooth 6.0 as a backup. They are compatible with PC, PlayStation 5, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, and smartphones, and feature improved active noise cancellation and THX Spatial Audio.
After Johnny Cage, Karl Urban Wants To Play Another Famous John In A Video Game MovieActor Karl Urban, who will play Johnny Cage in the upcoming Street Fighter movie, expressed his desire to portray John Marston in a potential Red Dead Redemption film or TV adaptation. Urban cited Red Dead Redemption as one of his favorite games and mentioned his past role in the Doom movie. The article also touches on Take-Two Interactive's cautious approach to licensing its intellectual properties for adaptations, citing past successes and failures.
Borderlands Mobile Soft Launches on iOS, Developed by Zynga With Gearbox’s “Guidance”Zynga's NaturalMotion studio has soft-launched a Borderlands mobile game on iOS, with Gearbox Software providing creative guidance. The free-to-play title features optimized mobile gameplay and a similar loop to its PC and console counterparts. This move aligns with Take-Two Interactive's strategy to leverage Zynga's expertise in bringing core IPs to mobile platforms.- Evening MobilizationA new Borderlands game has been released for iOS devices. The article includes an 8-minute gameplay video showcasing the mobile experience.
- Free-to-Play Borderlands Mobile Game Suddenly Available as 'Limited-Time Test' on iPhoneA new free-to-play Borderlands game has been unexpectedly released on iPhone as a limited-time test. The availability of this mobile title was not widely advertised prior to its launch.
A new Borderlands game just launched out of nowhere, seemingly without Gearbox involved: Borderlands Mobile is set around Borderlands 3 and has raid bosses and faction warsBorderlands Mobile, a new entry in the series developed by Zynga, has surprise-launched on iOS and Android. The game is set around the events of Borderlands 3 and features a campaign, raid bosses, faction wars, and a battle pass. Gearbox Software's direct involvement is unclear, though they are mentioned on the App Store page.- Borderlands Mobile announcedA limited-time test for the free-to-play looter shooter Borderlands Mobile is now available on iOS. This announcement marks the first mobile iteration of the popular Borderlands franchise.
A New Borderlands Game Just Launched Out Of Nowhere For MobileZynga, Take-Two's mobile division, has unexpectedly launched Borderlands Mobile on iOS without prior announcement from 2K or Gearbox. The free-to-play title features signature Borderlands elements like cel-shaded graphics and Claptrap, optimized for mobile with various modes and four unlockable classes. While currently in soft launch, the game is expected to monetize through microtransactions and includes systems for passive progression and in-game events.
This Turn-Based RPG Musical Is Fun But Drags A Bit In Act 3 | People Of Note ReviewPeople of Note is a musical turn-based RPG that excels with its creative world design, catchy soundtrack, and engaging puzzles. However, the game's combat pacing significantly drags in the third act due to overly long battles and repetitive enemy health bars. While the quick-time input system can be frustrating, the option to disable it and an auto-win feature help mitigate the grind.
"What if the gameplay was fun? This blew our f***ing minds": Dispatch devs had a revelation after years of…Developers at AdHoc Studio, including former Telltale Games veterans, had a realization that their adventure games could be more fun. This led to a new design philosophy for their upcoming title, Dispatch, aiming to move beyond the traditional Telltale formula.
Mario Galaxy Movie star Jack Black would like to appear in a live-action Yakuza adaptation: "Sega, give me a jingle"Actor Jack Black, who voices Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, has expressed interest in appearing in a live-action adaptation of Sega's Yakuza series. Black, who also starred in the Minecraft movie, is eager for a role and has encouraged Sega to reach out. The Yakuza franchise has previously seen live-action adaptations, including a 2007 film and a recent Prime Video series.
Jack Black would be up for playing a 'portly American' if there's another live-action Yakuza movie:…Actor Jack Black has expressed interest in playing a 'portly American' character in a live-action Yakuza movie, potentially shifting from his recent work with Nintendo on Super Mario Galaxy. While the Yakuza series is primarily set in Japan, the games have featured American characters and settings in recent installments. Black previously voiced Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Claptrap in the Borderlands film.
Despite already being Bowser in the Super Mario movies, Jack Black wants to star in a live-action Yakuza adaptation:…Actor Jack Black, known for his role as Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, has expressed interest in starring in a live-action adaptation of the Yakuza video game series. He has previously lent his voice to characters in Minecraft and Borderlands adaptations.
Borderlands 4 Players Slam $30 DLC for Just 2 Hours of ContentPlayers are criticizing Borderlands 4's first DLC, 'Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned,' for its $30 price tag and approximately two-hour playtime. The controversy is amplified as even owners of the $130 Super Deluxe Edition must purchase the DLC separately. This pricing model is compared unfavorably to Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty expansion, which offered significantly more content for the same price.- Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned attempts to strike fear in the heart of godsThe article discusses the challenge for Borderlands developers in making players, who are already powerful, feel vulnerable. It questions how to achieve this sense of vulnerability within the game's design.
Jesper Kyd interview - ‘I am in love with video game music’Composer Jesper Kyd discusses his lifelong passion for video game music, tracing its evolution from the early demo scene to modern orchestral and electronic scores. He emphasizes the importance of melody and originality, drawing inspiration from his formative years with the Commodore 64 and Amiga. Kyd also touches on his work across various titles like Assassin's Creed and State of Decay 3, his approach to scoring open-world games, and his thoughts on the future of music composition in the industry, including the role of AI.