Tales from the Borderlands History Timeline and Biographies

2012

Initial Concept Development

The concept for Tales from the Borderlands began to take shape in 2012, following the success of Telltale Games' The Walking Dead series. Telltale sought to explore new franchises and found a fitting partner in Gearbox Software's Borderlands universe.

2013

Collaboration Announcement

In December 2013, Telltale Games and Gearbox Software officially announced their collaboration on Tales from the Borderlands at the VGX Awards, generating excitement among fans of both companies.

2014

First Episode Release

The first episode of Tales from the Borderlands, titled "Zer0 Sum," was released in November 2014, introducing players to the characters Rhys and Fiona and setting the stage for their adventure on Pandora.

2015

Final Episode Release

The fifth and final episode, "The Vault of the Traveler," was released in October 2015, concluding the story of Rhys and Fiona and wrapping up the narrative threads introduced throughout the series.

2015

Critical Acclaim

Tales from the Borderlands received widespread critical acclaim for its engaging story, character development, and humor, solidifying its place as one of Telltale's standout titles.

2016

Awards and Nominations

The game received several awards and nominations, including the BAFTA Games Award for Best Story and a nomination for Best Performance for Troy Baker's portrayal of Rhys.

2017

Telltale Games' Financial Troubles

Despite the success of Tales from the Borderlands, Telltale Games faced financial difficulties in 2017, leading to significant layoffs and restructuring within the company.

2018

Telltale Games Closure

In September 2018, Telltale Games announced its closure, leaving many projects unfinished and casting doubt on the future availability of their existing games, including Tales from the Borderlands.

2019

Re-release on Digital Platforms

In February 2019, Tales from the Borderlands was temporarily removed from digital storefronts due to Telltale's closure, but it was later re-released in late 2019 after the company was revived by LCG Entertainment.

2020

Renewed Interest

Following the re-release, Tales from the Borderlands saw renewed interest from both new players and longtime fans, leading to discussions about its impact on the Borderlands franchise.

2021

Gearbox Acquisition by Embracer Group

In February 2021, Gearbox Software was acquired by the Embracer Group, raising questions about the future of the Borderlands series, including potential new projects related to Tales from the Borderlands.

2021

Next-Gen Console Availability

Tales from the Borderlands was made available on next-gen consoles, including PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, enhancing its accessibility and performance for modern gamers.

2022

Speculations of a Sequel

Rumors and speculations about a potential sequel to Tales from the Borderlands began circulating, fueled by comments from Gearbox and Telltale's new management.

2023

Sequel Announcement

In early 2023, Gearbox Software officially announced the development of a sequel to Tales from the Borderlands, much to the delight of fans eagerly awaiting a continuation of the story.

2024

Anticipated Release of the Sequel

The sequel to Tales from the Borderlands is anticipated to be released in late 2024, promising to deliver new adventures and expand the rich narrative universe established by its predecessor.