Borderlands 4 May Ditch Toilet Humor for a Darker Edge

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As a die-hard Borderlands fan with countless hours spent looting, shooting, and laughing my way through the chaotic universe of Pandora, I eagerly await the arrival of Borderlands 4. While I’ve always appreciated the series’ humor, I must admit that some of the toilet humor in Borderlands 3 left me feeling a bit… overexposed.

As a dedicated fan, I can’t help but be thrilled by the promise of Borderlands 4! Known for its wildly diverse arsenal of weapons and uncensored, sometimes crass humor, this series has always kept me on my toes. Gearbox Software has confirmed that we can expect more of those infinitely varied loot drops in the upcoming game. But here’s a fun twist: there might be some tweaks to the game’s comedic style.

Sam Winkler, who oversees storytelling for Borderlands 4, recently shared his opinions regarding the humor in the previous game. During a social media exchange, someone asked if the darker vibe seen in the latest Borderlands 4 teaser trailer suggests a more somber tone and less crude jokes. Winkler stated that he is quite critical of the excessive bathroom humor found in Borderlands 3.

In a playful banter, another user suggested incorporating weapons with amusing names during peculiar tasks. Winkler responded: ‘I won’t guarantee the absence of toilets, but if the term “skibidi” appears in the game under my supervision, I’ll shed genuine tears.’ This implies that while some humor will persist, there might be a move towards reducing overly childish jokes.

Even though some comments suggest otherwise, it’s important to note that Borderlands 4 won’t completely lose its humorous elements. In fact, the Gearbox account playfully responded to Winkler’s remarks with “This is the stuff you tweet about while I’m out,” demonstrating that the series’ lighthearted tone remains alive within the development team.

As an ardent follower, I can’t delve deeply into the specifics of Borderlands 4 just yet, but I stand resolute in my critique regarding the excessive bathroom humor in Borderlands 3.

— Sam Winkler (@ThatSamWinkler) December 16, 2024

This past month, during The Game Awards, Gearbox revealed a trailer, presenting the fresh Vault Hunters in Borderlands 4. The sneak peek also displayed some of the upcoming locations on the world of Kairos, suggesting the thrilling journeys that gamers will experience.

As per its description, Borderlands 4 is an action-packed game that combines shooting and looting, often referred to as a chaotic looter shooter. It abounds with a multitude of weapons, eccentric adversaries, and cooperative gameplay that’s intense. The players’ mission is to break free from a secretive planet under the rule of the brutal Timekeeper, a merciless dictator. A calamity looms over his utopia, causing turmoil and disorder throughout the planet.

Adventurers are anticipated to spark a rebellion, making their way past robotic foes, ruthless outlaws, and savage creatures. Along the path in Kairos, they’ll amass a formidable collection of potent weapons to bring chaos and destruction.

2025 is when we’ll get our first peek at the gameplay for Borderlands 4. The fanbase can hardly contain their excitement, eagerly waiting for additional details to discover how the game’s mood and wit might change in this new edition.

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2024-12-28 06:14