Gearbox co-founder Landon Montgomery has passed away

Landon Montgomery, known for co-founding Gearbox Software and his work on several major gaming franchises, has died.

The news was publicly announced via a statement on Gearbox's Twitter account, which said the studio was heartbroken to learn of Montgomery's death.

"In our earliest years, Landon played a big role in helping to set our path", the statement reads. "We will always be thankful and remember him for being a part of our lives. During this trying time, our thoughts, support and affection are with those who were closest to him."

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