10 Years Later, The Need for a Borderlands 2 Remake Is Clear
Though the Borderlands franchise has expanded in some exciting ways, the ten-year-old Borderlands 2 continues to be viewed as the peak of the series for many fans. The game offers a diverse cast of Vault Hunters with thrilling abilities, exciting surprises like Terramorphous The Invincible, and a top-notch story thanks to the presence of Handsome Jack. However, while a lot of the game holds up, there is a barrier to get over for those returning to it after playing newer Borderlands titles.
Over the last several years, remakes have been used to revitalize iconic titles so that they can appeal to a modern audience of gamers, and many of these remakes prove to be hugely popular. Though there are occasional projects that are deemed unnecessary and controversial, like the newly releasedThe Last of Us Part 1, classics like Resident Evil 2 and Demon’s Souls have benefited greatly from their new versions. With Dead Space and Resident Evil 4 remakes coming, this trend will continue on, and it is one that Gearbox should consider embracing. After all, Borderlands 2 remains hugely popular even though it released exactly one decade ago, so giving players a better version of the beloved game would undoubtedly be a success.
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From a business perspective, a proper remake of Borderlands 2 seems like an incredibly safe venture, as it is hard to imagine such a project failing. After all, many content creators and fans of the franchise have returned to the game following the series’ recent struggles. For those that love strong storytelling, Borderlands 3’s messy narrative failed to live up to the tale of Handsome Jack. For those that care more about content and depth, Tiny Tina’s
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