1 Fan Has Already Played Borderlands 4 as Gearbox Makes a Heartwarming Gesture

All thanks to Gearbox, this one fan got his hands on Borderlands 4 before its release due to his failing health. The fan shared a heartfelt note to the developer, expressing his happiness and gratitude towards their grand gesture.

Gearbox has not yet announced an official release date for the game. However, it is anticipated that the studio might be targeting a spring 2025 release.

Gearbox’s Heartfelt Gesture Filled This Fan’s Heart With Immense Joy

Caleb McAlpine has been diagnosed with stage 4 terminal cancer. He is a huge fan of the Borderlands games and got an opportunity to fly out to Gearbox’s studio with his friend and play an early build of Borderlands 4. His heart was filled with immense joy and gratitude towards the team at Gearbox for providing him with this rare opportunity.

McAlpine’s attitude towards life is heartwarming. He might not have a lot of time left on his clock, but he sure tries to enjoy the things that come his way as long as he is alive.

He truly is an inspiration for all the people out there battling cancer at the moment. His story gives people hope to look forward to things despite knowing they have a ticking time bomb attached to their bodies.

Gearbox allowed a fan with terminal cancer to play Borderlands 4 early

“It was amazing. I don’t know if I will be around when the game comes out but I just want to say thank you to all of you for all of your love and support and for helping in making this happen” pic.twitter.com/cI6HhdcTym

— Jake Lucky (@JakeSucky) November 27, 2024

Not even concerned about if the game is good or not.

Just this is awesome Gearbox allowed this to happen. Good job Gearbox 🤝

— Options 🔥 (@OptionsUS) November 27, 2024

Praying that bro will be around to play when it launches 🙏

— Carlos (@CarlosBitMe) November 28, 2024

Things you love to see ❤️❤️❤️❤️

— Hype TEDDY (@iCrazyTeddy) November 27, 2024

This is one of the most heartwarming moments in video game history, and it will be remembered for years to come. Kudos to Gearbox for providing McAlpine with this rare opportunity.

Playing The Early Build Was Like A Dream Come True For McAlpine

McAlpine had an amazing time playing the early build of the game. He expressed his gratitude towards the entire team and CEO Randy Pitchford for providing him with this opportunity. For a fan of the Borderlands franchise, this was truly a dream come true.

These simple humanitarian acts give people hope that there is still good in this world despite wars, discrimination, poverty, and inequality. The world can be shaped into a better place if we all focus on becoming better people and helping those in need.

This act should serve as a starting point for many more good deeds in the future, not just in the gaming industry but across industries and institutions and even beyond. What do you think about this gesture by Gearbox? Let us know in the comments below.