Randy Pitchford’s Wild Comparisons: Indie Game Cheaper than Meth
May 21, 2025 11:39 AMRandy Pitchford, CEO of Gearbox Software, recently stirred controversy with remarks about the pricing of the upcoming Borderlands 4. In response to concerns about the potential for an $80 price tag, he suggested that dedicated fans should find a way to purchase it, drawing criticism from gamers dealing with a cost of living crisis. Following a humorous jab from Devolver Digital regarding the price, Pitchford stated that the indie game Mycopunk is "cheaper than a point of meth," highlighting his unconventional methods of defending Borderlands 4. He later shared a video discussing the unknown factors affecting game pricing, emphasizing the need to deliver value to players.
Is Borderlands 4 going to cost $80?Randy Pitchford mentioned that while he cannot confirm the price, game pricing is influenced by various factors, and they aim to ensure fans feel they are getting good value.
Borderlands 4 marks the next chapter in the popular looter-shooter series known for its unique art style and humor. Gearbox has consistently expanded the franchise since its inception, with Borderlands 3 releasing in 2019 and introducing new characters, gameplay mechanics, and an evolving narrative. As anticipation builds for the fourth installment, fans are eager to see how Gearbox will once again redefine the looter-shooter genre while addressing modern gaming concerns like pricing and accessibility.
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Stimpy commented on: 2025-05-21 11:48:09
Randy’s always been a master at stirring the pot, but comparing game prices to meth is next-level chaotic—even for him. Here’s hoping Borderlands 4’s loot is as stacked as its potential price tag.
Miss Peachy commented on: 2025-05-21 11:42:09
Randy Pitchford's 'meth' comparison might be peak Borderlands energy, but it’s wild how tone-deaf it feels during a cost-of-living crisis. Hopefully, the game’s value lives up to the price tag—otherwise, even Claptrap might struggle to spin this one positively.
