Borderlands Flops on Opening Weekend, Only $16 Million Earned

The Borderlands movie has faced a disastrous box office debut, raking in only $16.5 million against a staggering $115 million budget. Critics and audiences have universally panned the film, giving it a dismal Metacritic score of 27/100 among critics and just 2.8/10 from users. Developed over nearly a decade, the film's underwhelming performance suggests a bleak future for sequels. Despite the lack of interest in the film, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford hints at future installments of the Borderlands game series, indicating fans won't have to wait long for announcements.

The Borderlands movie bombed at the box office, earning only $16.5 million in its opening weekend on a $115 million budget, leading to expectations that a sequel will not be produced.

Borderlands is a popular video game franchise known for its unique blend of humor, action, and distinctive cel-shaded art style. The series has garnered a loyal fanbase since its first release in 2009, spawning multiple sequels and expansions. In its transition to film, the expectations were high, given the game's popularity and rich narrative potential, though the movie adaptation has failed to capture the essence that fans adore.