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Primetime Freakout: Pattinson’s Hansen, Borderlands Fallout, and Spider-Man’s $1B Week
entertainment20 days ago

Primetime Freakout: Pattinson’s Hansen, Borderlands Fallout, and Spider-Man’s $1B Week

Robert Pattinson stars as an increasingly unhinged Chris Hansen in the Primetime trailer for the A24 film ahead of Venice and a September 25 release; Eli Roth explains Borderlands’ misfire as a studio-driven, risk-averse decision while contrasting it with Ice Cream Man; Emily Wilson’s Atlantic essay sharpens her critique of Nolan’s The Odyssey and its ethical considerations; and Spider-Man: Brand New Day has crossed $1 billion globally in seven days, becoming the year's top-grossing film domestically and worldwide.

politics2 months ago

Salazar’s border blueprint could reshape Democratic 2028 politics

Ken Salazar, former U.S. ambassador to Mexico, says he grew frustrated with Biden’s border policy, urged a dedicated “border czar,” and argued the administration should label migration as a crisis sooner. After considering a 2024 presidential bid, he instead champions a ‘borderlands’ North American alliance—integrating U.S., Canada, and Mexico on borders and trade—and is using his forthcoming book to steer 2028 Democratic messaging and potential candidates. He has met with several hopefuls to advocate his platform, warning Democrats not to repeat past immigration missteps.

Borderlands Boss Sparks Pixel Watch 5 Leak With Underwater Find
technology2 months ago

Borderlands Boss Sparks Pixel Watch 5 Leak With Underwater Find

Randy Pitchford posted photos of a pre-release Google Pixel Watch 5 allegedly found underwater near St. Martin, fueling speculation about Google's next smartwatch; the device reportedly features IP68 protection and health sensors (heart-rate, UWB, pulse, skin temperature). Pitchford says he’s in contact with the owner to return the watch, while commenters debate the authenticity and motives behind the leak.

Gearbox Chief’s AI Selfie Sparks Debate on AI Identity
gaming3 months ago

Gearbox Chief’s AI Selfie Sparks Debate on AI Identity

Randy Pitchford shared a ChatGPT-generated selfie to critique the idea of AI having an identity, clarifying he uses AI mainly as a search tool on personal devices and that Gearbox bans AI in any work seen by customers; the image was created from a prompt asking AI to imagine itself as if it worked at Gearbox, while Pitchford downplayed links to patch notes rumors and noted Take-Two’s broader AI plans as Borderlands 4’s sales improve over time.

gaming3 months ago

Randy Pitchford's AI Selfie Sparks Online Backlash

Randy Pitchford posted an AI-generated selfie that looked nothing like him and asked fans to treat it as silly and fun. The post drew backlash from gamers who questioned its relevance, with some accusing Pitchford of using AI for cost-cutting or patch-notes; Pitchford defended the image and hinted at Borderlands 4 and a new IP referenced on a whiteboard, fueling ongoing debate about his AI use and public persona.

Borderlands Mobile Drops on iOS in Surprise Soft Launch
gaming4 months ago

Borderlands Mobile Drops on iOS in Surprise Soft Launch

Zynga's NaturalMotion quietly launched a Borderlands Mobile test on iOS, with Gearbox providing creative guidance. The free-to-play title is optimized for mobile, features quick mission loops, events like Circle of Slaughter, and four classes (only The Summoner is live so far). It supports touch controls, has an in-game companion system, and is likely to monetize via microtransactions, though the exact model remains unclear during this soft launch. The move follows Borderlands 4's underperformance and Gearbox pausing a Switch 2 version.

Borderlands Mobile Joins the Franchise, Free-to-Play Test Hits iOS
news4 months ago

Borderlands Mobile Joins the Franchise, Free-to-Play Test Hits iOS

2K/Gearbox launched Borderlands Mobile for iOS as a free-to-play, mission-based looter shooter developed by Zynga’s NaturalMotion. It’s not Borderlands 5 or a mainline title, but a limited-time mobile test with Gearbox providing creative guidance. The release appears unfinished (early access feel, limited character customization, no trailer yet), and 2K says the project is a placeholder name for a temporary Borderlands mobile experiment meant to gauge player feedback before any broader push.

Borderlands 4 Switch 2 Version Paused, Devs Refocus on Post-Launch Content
gaming6 months ago

Borderlands 4 Switch 2 Version Paused, Devs Refocus on Post-Launch Content

Development on the Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4 has been paused, Take-Two announced during its Q3 2026 results. The Switch 2 version was initially planned for October 2025 but was delayed, and the company says the pause will allow a sharper focus on post-launch content and ongoing game improvements while continuing collaboration with Nintendo. Other Switch 2 titles from Take-Two, such as PGA Tour 2K25 and WWE 2K26, remain in the pipeline for the platform.

"Cate Blanchett's Fiery Role in Borderlands: A Cinematic Spectacle"
movies2 years ago

"Cate Blanchett's Fiery Role in Borderlands: A Cinematic Spectacle"

Director Eli Roth revealed at CinemaCon that the key to landing Cate Blanchett for the video game adaptation "Borderlands" was a spontaneous decision to call her and pitch the role, which she surprisingly accepted due to her love for apocalyptic films. The movie, set on the dangerous planet Pandora, also stars Kevin Hart, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Jack Black, and has drawn attention for its reshoots under the direction of Tim Miller. "Borderlands" is set to open on August 9th.