Get ready to dive back into the chaotic world of Pandora with Gearbox's latest installment, Borderlands 4. This game promises a thrilling mix of psychos, vault hunters, and, of course, an abundance of loot. Stay updated with the latest news and developments here!
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Borderlands 4 News
2025
March 25
⚫︎ As the excitement builds for Borderlands 4's upcoming release in September, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has generously shared a SHiFT Code for all existing Borderlands games. This code offers players 3 Golden or Skeleton Keys per game, valid until March 27, 2025. If you own all the games, you can unlock a total of 15 keys!
February 13
⚫︎ After months of anticipation, Gearbox Software has officially announced that Borderlands 4 will hit the shelves on September 23, 2025. The announcement came via a thrilling release date trailer on the game's official YouTube Channel, showcasing snippets of gameplay, new vault hunter abilities, fresh weapons, and the iconic Psycho enemies.
February 2
⚫︎ In an exclusive interview with GamesRadar, Borderlands senior producer Anthony Nichlson shared insights into the humor and tone of Borderlands 4. He noted that the humor will be reminiscent of Borderlands 2, while the game's overall tone will echo the original Borderlands, reflecting the evolving art of game design.
Read more: Borderlands 4's Tone Will Seemingly Be Less Like Borderlands 3 (The Gamer)
2024
December 13
⚫︎ Following a cryptic title reveal in August 2024, Borderlands 4 is set to unveil a wealth of new content through its Official First Look Trailer. This trailer promises new Vault Hunters, major antagonists, and the beloved Claptrap, all showcased alongside exciting gameplay footage.
December 10
⚫︎ Gearbox president Randy Pitchford teased that Borderlands 4's reveal at The Game Awards will feature ample in-game footage. He also hinted at a cinematic sequence that will bridge the narrative gap between Borderlands 3 and 4, promising an immersive experience for fans.
November 28
⚫︎ In a heartwarming story, Caleb McAlpine, a dedicated Borderlands fan fighting cancer, fulfilled his dream by playing Borderlands 4 early. Flown to Gearbox’s studio, Caleb met the development team and experienced the game firsthand, sharing his "amazing" early access experience on Reddit.
Read more: Borderlands 4 Early Access Was "Amazing" According to Fan (Game8)