Borderlands 4 is Releasing at the Perfect Time for Looter Shooter Fans

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Despite some rocky headlines leading up to its release, it seems that Borderlands 4 might be hitting the shelves at just the right moment. Having faced criticism following the release of the third installment, Gearbox’s looter shooter series is eager to reclaim its position as a genre leader. Although Borderlands 4 has had its own share of controversies, it now appears poised for a significant impact in the market due largely to Destiny 2’s recent difficulties.

The company behind Borderlands 4, Gearbox, allayed some fans’ worries when they announced that the game would cost $70 instead of the $80 many had feared. However, some people were upset by CEO Randy Pitchford’s comments about the price and also with a contentious update to 2K’s terms of service, as well as the high PC requirements for Borderlands 4. Despite these lingering concerns, there may still be a strong release for the game due to other exciting developments in the looter shooter genre.

In simpler terms, Bungie’s Destiny series is often seen as the toughest rival to Gearbox Software’s Borderlands in the looter-shooter genre. However, it hasn’t been an easy ride for Destiny 2 recently. The latest expansion, The Edge of Fate, has had disappointing performance, with only 99,131 players on Steam at its peak – that’s less than a third of the number who played last year’s expansion. This low turnout might indicate a growing unease among players about the game in general. It’s important to note that Destiny 2 is almost eight years old now, and keeping a large player base for such a long time is difficult even for top-tier live service games.

Destiny 2’s Recent Struggles May Give Borderlands 4 a Hungry Audience

Apart from dwindling player numbers, Bungie’s foray into the looter shooter genre also faces other challenges. For instance, since the release of ‘The Edge of Fate’, ‘Destiny 2’ has been plagued with several bugs, one of which might lead to the game crashing for certain users. While software glitches post-update are not uncommon, the recent spate of them only amplifies the discontent many players have expressed about the game recently. This sequence of issues could potentially make ‘Borderlands 4’, set to launch in September, a more appealing choice for gamers.

It’s been observed that Borderlands 4 and Destiny 2 have some common elements, which could potentially draw players of the latter game to try out Borderlands when it releases. This could result in a substantial player base for Gearbox’s shooter at launch, giving it an edge over its competitors, even with its own set of challenges. However, there’s always a chance that Destiny 2‘s fortunes might improve before then, and not every disillusioned Destiny player may make the switch. Still, the current state of play presents an enticing market opportunity for Borderlands 4.

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2025-07-26 17:18