Gearbox Software

Gearbox Software at a Glance

Gearbox Software has been operating since 1999 and remains active through 2025. The company lists 31 titles on PlayPile, with the vast majority of these works as a developer rather than just a publisher. Their catalog spans three decades, starting with a single release in the 1990s before growing to six games in the 2000s. Output increased significantly in the 2010s with 15 titles, while the current decade has seen seven releases so far. The studio focuses heavily on shooter games, which make up 25 of their total projects. Role-playing and adventure games also feature prominently with 11 titles each. They have dabbled in strategy, simulator, tactical, and even music genres, though these areas represent a smaller portion of their work. Their platform reach is broad, with PC being the primary target for 25 games. Console support covers most major systems including Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, alongside older hardware like PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Quality control appears consistent across their portfolio. The average IGDB rating stands at 76 out of 100 based on 19 rated titles. Six games achieved a great score above 80, while 12 received good marks between 60 and 79. Only one title fell into the mixed category, and there are no poor-rated entries in their history. Top performers include Homeworld: Remastered Collection from 2015 with a 90.4 rating and Borderlands 3: Ultimate Edition from 2020 at 88.2. The franchise continues to perform well with Borderlands 4 launching in September 2025 scoring 82.9. Recent output shows a mix of high scores and moderate reception. New Tales from the Borderlands released in October 2022 received a 66.7 rating, while Tiny Tina's Wonderlands from March 2022 scored 73.6. The studio seems to rely on established franchises to maintain their standing. While their bio states they aim to bring joy through their craft, the data shows a clear pattern of delivering solid shooter experiences with occasional dips in quality for spin-off titles.

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