Borderlands 4, the highly anticipated sequel in the beloved looter-shooter franchise, has been making waves in the gaming community with its upcoming release. However, the road to launch has been filled with both excitement and controversy, leaving players and critics eager to dive into the world of Pandora once again.
Developer Gearbox Software has been building up the hype for Borderlands 4 with the release of the opening cinematic, introducing players to the four new Vault Hunters: Rafa the Exo-soldier, Harlowe the Gravitar, Amon the Forgeknight, and Vex the Siren. This cinematic has sparked discussions among fans about which character they will choose to play as and how each class’s unique abilities will impact gameplay.
But not everything has been smooth sailing for Borderlands 4. PC Gamer and Push Square have both reported on the lack of early review access for the game, with PC Gamer stating that they will cover the game extensively post-launch due to not receiving a review code. Push Square, on the other hand, expressed disappointment in not receiving PS5 review code, highlighting the challenges faced by media outlets in providing timely reviews.
In addition to the review controversy, Polygon has been addressing player concerns and questions about Borderlands 4, offering guides on topics such as the best class to pick, how to respec skill points, when weekly challenges reset, and even how to enable a mini-map in the game. The removal of the mini-map in favor of a radar system has sparked debate among players, with some preferring the traditional mini-map for navigation.
Social media platforms like Mastodon have also been buzzing with discussions about gaming news, including the latest updates on Borderlands 4. From exclusive insights to player reactions, social commentary has played a significant role in shaping the narrative around the game’s release.
As players eagerly await the launch of Borderlands 4 on PC and consoles, the mix of excitement and controversy surrounding the game only adds to the anticipation. With a dedicated fan base ready to dive back into the chaotic world of Pandora, Borderlands 4 is poised to make a splash in the gaming industry.
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References:
– PC Gamer: [https://www.pcgamer.com/games/fps/why-we-dont-have-a-borderlands-4-review-yet/]
– Push Square: [https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2025/09/site-news-wheres-our-borderlands-4-ps5-review]
– GameSpot: [https://www.gamespot.com/videos/borderlands-4-opening-cinematic/2300-6466330/]
– Polygon: [https://www.polygon.com/borderlands-4-classes-best-all-characters-vault-hunters/]
– Destructoid: [https://www.destructoid.com/how-to-get-a-mini-map-in-borderlands-4/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-get-a-mini-map-in-borderlands-4]
– Mastodon: [https://post.hr/@vijesti/115187201052383314]
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