Borderlands 4 to Reduce Toilet Humor in Favor of Smarter Comedy

Gearbox's narrative director confirms a shift in tone for the upcoming game, addressing criticism of Borderlands 3's humor.

Borderlands 4, set for a 2025 release, promises to scale back the overuse of toilet humor prevalent in its predecessor, Borderlands 3.
Narrative director Sam Winkler emphasized on X (formerly Twitter) his criticism of Borderlands 3's excessive reliance on crude jokes, calling for more nuanced humor in the new game.
The game's trailers suggest a darker and grimmer setting, with hints of situational and dark humor replacing repetitive gag-based jokes.
Winkler revealed that he collaborated with accomplished contract writers to craft the story, aiming for a more engaging and balanced comedic tone.
While humor remains a core element of the franchise, Gearbox is responding to fan feedback to deliver a more mature and thoughtful narrative experience.