Gearbox and Hangar 13 are poised to dominate headlines during The Game Awards 2024, with major reveals for Borderlands 4 and Mafia: The Old Country confirmed for the event.
Borderlands 4: Bigger, Bolder, and a New World
Randy Pitchford’s recent tease has been followed by an official confirmation from the Borderlands franchise page on X: Borderlands 4 will debut its reveal trailer during Geoff Keighley’s annual event.
Billed as the "most ambitious" entry in the series, Borderlands 4 has fans eager for details. Set on an entirely new planet, the game is scheduled for a 2025 release. While little is known about its story or gameplay innovations, concept art shown at PAX West earlier this year hinted at an exciting new direction.
The Mafia Returns: Exploring the Roots
Another highlight will be Mafia: The Old Country, a prequel from Hangar 13 that explores the origins of the Mafia in the fictional Sicilian city of San Celeste. Announced at Gamescom 2024, the game is expected to offer a rich narrative steeped in intrigue and tradition.
The Stakes Are High
For Gearbox, Borderlands 4 is a chance to regain momentum after the franchise’s live-action adaptation flopped at the box office, despite a star-studded cast. Yet, with Borderlands 3 surpassing 18 million units sold, there’s no doubt Take-Two is betting big on the next installment.
Hangar 13 is equally under pressure to deliver with Mafia: The Old Country, as fans are eager to see a return to the series’ roots in storytelling and atmosphere.
🎮 The Game Awards 2024 promises to be an unmissable event for gamers, airing live on December 12 at 4:30 PM PT.
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