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Borderlands 4's first story DLC, Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned, is drawing backlash for a $29.99 price tag and roughly 2.5 hours of content, despite adding a new Vault Hunter (C4SH the Rogue), enemies, weapons, and a new area (Whispering Glacier). Critics say the content doesn’t justify the price, and some Super Deluxe Edition buyers feel misled since the DLC isn’t included.
Fans of One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 are upset over the high price of the new Character Pass, which offers six new characters and outfits for £24.99/$29.99, despite no additional maps or single-player content. The DLC is split into two packs expected to release in late 2025 and early 2026, with some fans hoping more content is still to come.
Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford clarifies his comments on Borderlands 4's potential $80 price, emphasizing he doesn't want fans to pay more than they're comfortable with and explaining industry pressures on pricing. He also discusses the economic challenges in the gaming industry, including increased development costs and market dynamics, with the final price set by publisher 2K, and the game releasing on September 12.
Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford clarified his controversial comment about 'real fans' paying $80 for Borderlands 4, expressing regret for the misunderstanding and emphasizing his desire for accessible, value-driven gaming, while acknowledging market-driven price increases.