Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has ignited another firestorm in the gaming community by publicly sharing the complete world map of Borderlands 4, including all collectible locations. This unprecedented move comes just two months before the game's scheduled September release, potentially spoiling the exploration experience for many players.

The controversial reveal occurred through a Twitter thread where Pitchford enthusiastically discussed the game's open-world design of Kairos, specifically highlighting the "Marcus" bobblehead collectibles. The thread culminated with an image showing all 200+ collectible locations marked on the full game map.

This isn't the first time Pitchford has stirred controversy surrounding Borderlands 4. Earlier this year, his comments about the game's potential $80 price tag and claims about its superior quality (suggesting it would resist discounts longer than its predecessor) drew significant backlash from fans and industry peers alike, including mocking responses from companies like Devolver Digital.

The gaming community remains divided on Pitchford's latest move. While some appreciate the transparency and time-saving for completionists, others argue it undermines the fundamental joy of discovery in open-world games. Pitchford defended his actions by comparing it to "pointing someone to a haystack while still leaving them to find the needle."

Borderlands 4 remains one of the most anticipated AAA releases of 2025, scheduled for September 12 on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, with a Switch 2 version expected later in the year. Despite the ongoing controversies, early previews suggest the game might exceed expectations in terms of gameplay and world design.