Alright, so Borderlands is going for a full-on makeover with Borderlands 4. It’s like when that one friend goes to college and comes back with a whole new vibe, you know? Less chaos, more grown-up. Think Clark Kent turning into Superman but without the cape. They’re shaking things up—not just the looks, but gameplay too. It’s like they’re throwing out some of the old spices to make room for a fancy new recipe, even if that means losing a bit of its wild spirit.
Now, we’re landing on this new planet Kairos. Never heard of it? Neither have Claptrap and the vault hunters, so don’t worry. It’s all fresh and untouched till a moon decides it wants to drop in uninvited. Imagine mixing old toys with brand new ones—characters popping up all over and weapons swinging in with a whole different vibe. It’s a blend, and not always the smooth kind.
Oh, about what stands out—Borderlands 4 is gorgeous. Hands down. I roamed a bit during a preview, and boom! There it was: greenery as far as the eye can see. Like, seriously, it’s all one big landscape now, no weird loading hiccups. You get all these quirky fight spots and those red treasure chests we all obsess over. I stumbled on this secret boss by accident, and it felt like hitting the jackpot. Totally Star Wars meets Destiny—chaotic, but in a fun way.
Now for the kicker—it’s an open world, but sometimes it felt like wandering through a mall where only a few stores are open. There’s loot scattered around and random events I’ve barely encountered. Like, there was this spaceship loot raid, super rad, but then not much else after. The drives felt more like a Sunday cruise than a wild adventure.
Anyway, the gunfight—aww man, they nailed it. Different guns with so many cool quirks. But they shook things up. Once each gun was like a signature piece, now it’s a mix ‘n’ match buffet. Imagine having a spice rack with a thousand options versus just digging into the Cream of the Crop chili. Some might love this variety; others could miss the old flavor.
Okay, here’s where I get a bit iffy. All the seriousness! Gearbox wants to mature the tone, but come on, Borderlands without its kooky humor? It’s a bit like swapping your all-out wedding cake for an understated cupcake display. And dear Claptrap… finding his junk was a riot compared to the main mission. There’s a charm we’re missing in the main thread.
Optional missions are kinda… eh. No explosive cake jokes or mad quests—just “go kill this thing and get the reward. Thanks, bye.” What happened to the hilarity? It’s not bad, just… lacking that zesty punch.
I did get to try vault hunting, and whoo, the boss battle at the end—the kind that gets your pulse going. But the loot room was a letdown, only two chests, and the excitement fizzled. It’s not quite the grand finale we’re used to.
So, what to take from this? Borderlands 4? It’s not your usual Borderlands. A bold step into uncharted territory. If you’re open-minded, you might just love it for what it is—a shiny, fresh start. But if you’re hoping for the mad antics from before, just be ready for a different groove altogether. Just wish someone would crack a joke about how serious everything’s gotten.
All in all, got this preview on lockdown at a fancy event, so stay tuned. The game might evolve even further—never know. Fingers crossed, right?
