Randy Pitchford Responds to Terminally Ill Fan Who Wants to Play Borderlands 4

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Randy Pitchford Responds to Terminally Ill Fan Who Wants to Play Borderlands 4

Key Takeaways

  • Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford reached out to a terminally ill fan who is hoping to play Borderlands 4 early.
  • A GoFundMe for the fan’s medical expenses has raised over $6,200 out of its $9,000 goal.
  • The Borderlands 4 trailer has revealed a new antagonist more dangerous than Handsome Jack.

As a passionate fan of the Borderlands series, witnessing the heartwarming and inspiring story of Caleb McAlpine, also known as Cjmac87, has touched my soul deeply. Despite being diagnosed with stage 4 terminal cancer and given less than two years to live, this selfless, dedicated fan is not only fighting for his life but also for the chance to play Borderlands 4 early. It’s a testament to the power of community and the humanity that lies within us all.

As a passionate fan myself, I was moved to share the heartwarming news that Randy Pitchford, the CEO of Gearbox Entertainment, along with the supportive online community, managed to extend an early play opportunity for a terminally ill gamer, eagerly waiting for Borderlands 4. Although its official release is planned for 2025 as per this year’s Gamescom trailer unveil, it’s moments like these that remind us of the incredible power games can have in bringing joy to people’s lives.

In a recent post on the Borderlands 3 subreddit, a passionate fan of the looter shooter series named Caleb McAlpine, who is also a disabled veteran, shared some heartbreaking news. Diagnosed with stage 4 terminal cancer in August, this 37-year-old Reddit user known as Cjmac87, revealed that even with successful chemotherapy, his life expectancy is less than two years.

In a tweet, Pitchford expressed that he’s working on arranging something special for McAlpine, who had requested an early peek at Borderlands 4. According to McAlpine’s subsequent Reddit posts, Pitchford personally contacted them and even mentioned trying to secure exclusive access to the upcoming Borderlands game series for the terminally ill gamer. Both parties expressed gratitude towards the community for facilitating this exchange. McAlpine expressed their amazement in a comment, saying “Thank you. The level of support has been incredible, truly astounding.

Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford Reaches Out to Terminally Ill Borderlands Fan

A GoFundMe campaign aimed at covering McAlpine’s medical bills and necessary supplies has surpassed $6,200 of its $9,000 target so far. The page states that McAlpine, a disabled veteran, is battling stage 4 colorectal and liver cancer. To date, McAlpine has completed four chemotherapy sessions and is preparing for the fifth one.

Beyond unveiling the announcement trailer for the upcoming Borderlands game at Gamescom, Gearbox Software has additionally shared concept art. Details about the game are scarce, but Pitchford has confirmed that unlike in previous titles, Handsome Jack will not serve as the primary antagonist in Borderlands 4. Often hailed as one of the franchise’s most beloved characters, Handsome Jack was the main villain in the series’ highly praised second major installment and made an appearance in 2014’s Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel. According to Pitchford, the character portrayed in the Borderlands 4 trailer will prove to be a more menacing and sinister adversary than Handsome Jack.

The announcement for Borderlands 4 came after the release of its Lionsgate Films adaptation in August. Despite regretting certain decisions made for the critically panned Borderlands movie, Gearbox Entertainment’s CEO expressed enjoyment while watching it.

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2024-10-25 12:03