November 28th 2024.
It's an exciting time for Borderlands fans as they eagerly await any news about the highly anticipated Borderlands 4. With only a brief and vague teaser trailer released at Gamescom 2024, it seemed like the game was still a long way off from launch. However, one lucky fan, Caleb McAlpine, was granted the opportunity to play the game early after he shared his story and rallied support from the community. And according to Caleb, the experience was nothing short of amazing.
Caleb's story is a touching one, as he was diagnosed with stage four cancer in August. With uncertainty about his life expectancy, he reached out to Gearbox and asked if he could play Borderlands 4 early. To his surprise, Gearbox not only granted his request, but also flew him and a friend to their main studio in Texas for a tour and a chance to meet with some of the staff, including CEO Randy Pitchford.
Despite having to sign a non-disclosure agreement, Caleb shared that he was blown away by what he played. And while the final release may look and play differently, it's clear that Gearbox is working hard to make Borderlands 4 an amazing experience for fans.
The response from the community has been overwhelmingly positive, with no signs of jealousy or hostility towards Caleb. Instead, fellow fans have offered their support and well wishes for his battle with cancer. It's heartwarming to see how supportive the Borderlands community can be.
As for when we can expect Borderlands 4 to release, it's likely not until the tail end of 2025. This will give Gearbox enough time to start building hype for the game and avoid being overshadowed by other big releases, like the highly anticipated GTA 6. And with Take-Two's involvement, we can be sure that the release date won't accidentally clash with other major titles.
Despite the excitement surrounding Borderlands 4, it's important to remember Caleb's story and the struggles he is facing. Even if chemo works, he has been given less than two years to live. So let's continue to show our support and love for Caleb and all those fighting against cancer.
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