Rumour: Borderlands Developer Working on AAA Game, Comedy & Satirical Writers Being Hired; Borderlands 3?

Borderlands has become quite the successful little franchise for 2K and developer Gearbox Studios; they’ve churned out three full games, a few expansion packs and have even been honored by having Telltale Games work their storytelling magic on the fan-favourite comedic series.

So what most fans are asking is “where’s Borderlands 3?” Well, somebody actually took the opportunity at PAX South and threw the question out there, straight into the face of Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford.

The Marmite studio boss did tease that they may have or something to show fans this Sunday, but it was far from confirmation and we still don’t even know if they’re working on the next game.

That being said, we do have a little hint that their next project could be Borderlands.

A new job posting over on the Gearbox Studios website suggests that the studio are working on something that sounds very much like Borderlands. Take a look below.

Responsibilities:

Oversee and direct the development of story and plot for a AAA title. Responsible for outlining plot in addition to writing dialog and in-game text. Responsible for bringing strong story ideas that can translate into interesting game experiences as well as adding context and flavor to the ideas of other team members.

Qualifications:

• Strong ability to collaborate with other creative people from all disciplines
• Excellent writer of entertaining and interesting dialog and characters
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong background in comedic or satiric writing
• Published work in video games, comic books, web-based material, TV, or film
• Desire to work with an experienced team of creative professionals
• Must be local or willing to relocate to the Dallas area

Now this is far from conclusive, but add up all the different hints and it seems more than likely that the next game the studio is working on is Borderlands 3. I’d be willing to bet an entire £5. Yeah. Stakes are high.

The latest entry into the series by Gearbox is Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, and it’s more than worth your time. Oh, and it’s also dirt cheap.

Do you think that Borderlands 3 is soon to be announced? Do you even want a third one yet? Let us know down in the comments section below.

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