Borderlands is now a 100 million-copy franchise, and Gearbox isn't done yet

Borderlands, a beloved action role-playing first-person shooter series, has achieved a remarkable milestone: 100 million copies sold since its debut. This feat occurred just over a year after the release of the most recent installment, Borderlands 4. Developed by Gearbox Software and published by 2K, the game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows PCs. Players can enjoy solo adventures or team up with up to three others.

Since its launch, Borderlands 4 has been met with positive reviews and has seen a strong first year of post-launch content. The game includes two story packs, five bounty packs, new vault hunters, and various new activities and features. Gearbox Software is quick to point out that while many gaming franchises manage to reach the 100 million unit sales mark, very few ever do. Only a handful of games have ever sold more than 100 million copies on their own, with Grand Theft Auto V, Minecraft, and Tetris leading the pack.

While Borderlands has undoubtedly captured the hearts of many gamers, some players have expressed concerns about its repetitive nature. The grind to level up and face increasingly powerful enemies often requires stronger weapons to overcome them. In response to this feedback, Gearbox has hinted at a community fundraising event called The Hunt, set to begin on November 6.

This event is just one of many ways the company has engaged with its fanbase, as they recently raised nearly $120,000 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through a similar initiative earlier in the year.