Strauss Zelnick: Borderlands 4 Performance Won’t Derail

Take-Two is signaling that its plans for Borderlands 4 are staying on track, despite the game’s current performance. CEO Strauss Zelnick said the results so far have not affected the company’s roadmap, and confirmed that further support and new content are already planned.

Announcement: Take-Two says performance won’t change the roadmap

In comments to IGN, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick stated that the game’s performance has not interfered with the company’s plans. “The performance has in no way affected our plans,” he said.

Zelnick also indicated the company remains committed to ongoing support for Borderlands 4, pointing to additional content already scheduled. He further expressed satisfaction with the game’s early reception, including reviews.

What changed

Take-Two confirmed that current performance will not alter its plans for Borderlands 4.
The company reiterated that additional content is already in the pipeline.

Practical impact for players: more post-launch content is coming

For players, the key takeaway is that Borderlands 4 support is expected to continue rather than wind down. Take-Two’s message frames continued investment as the next step, not a pause—backed by a named upcoming major update.

Platform scope and timing: next major update set for September 12, 2026

The next larger update for Borderlands 4 is scheduled for September 12, 2026. It will introduce a new Vault Hunter called Loveless, alongside Bounty Pack 5.

Take-Two’s confirmation reinforces that development momentum for new content is continuing even as the game’s player-number trajectory evolves.

What comes next

With Loveless and Bounty Pack 5 planned for September 2026, the focus for the community will be on the next major update window—and whether Take-Two’s continued support aligns with the game’s ongoing reception.