Borderlands 4: no AI in future games

Amid recent concern among fans, Randy Pitchford, the head of Gearbox Entertainment, has posted some important guidelines regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI). This follows speculation that recent Borderlands 4 patch notes may have been written with AI. On May 4, 2026, Pitchford clarified on social media that the studio will not use AI for any work that could be visible to customers.

Response to AI concerns

Community reactions were not exactly positive. Fans were worried about the possibility that AI had been involved in the game’s development, especially after an update’s patch notes on April 30, 2026 drew criticism for their vague and repetitive wording. Pitchford said he does not use AI for his own work and that the studio’s policy is to exclude AI from all customer-facing projects.

Pitchford’s boundaries

In his posts, Pitchford stated that he has not fed any of his work into AI or used it for developing Borderlands 4. He said he uses ChatGPT more like a search engine, not for creating content for their games. That has helped reassure some players who were worried AI might influence the creative process.

The role of the community

The gaming community is especially sensitive to whether AI plays a role in the development of their favorite games. Some fans responded to Pitchford’s social media posts by voicing concerns about the possible impact of the technology on future releases. Critics have argued that AI could lead to generic, less personal experiences in games, with far-reaching consequences for the creative industry.

The debate over AI in the gaming industry continues to evolve, and Randy Pitchford’s statement is an important step in addressing fans’ concerns. It remains to be seen how these developments will affect the future of Borderlands 4 and other Gearbox projects.