Borderlands 4: Everything You Need to Know About the Next Chapter in the Iconic Looter-Shooter Series

Release Date and Platform Availability

Borderlands 4 is scheduled for release on September 12, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X|S, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version following on October 3, 2025. The fact that the release date was actually moved forward, rather than delayed, suggests strong confidence from both 2K and Gearbox in the game’s pre-launch state.

New Features and Gameplay Elements

While maintaining its identity as a first-person looter shooter with RPG elements, the game introduces a ‘seamless’ playable space that Gearbox describes as ‘the most open and free’ in the franchise’s history, moving away from the compartmentalized design of previous entries.

Players can look forward to becoming an unstoppable force on the battlefield with an arsenal of outrageous weaponry, controlling encounters with devastating Action Skills, and utilizing new movement abilities including gliding, dodging, and fixed-point grappling.

Setting and Story

The game is set on a new planet and features an all-new cast of characters. The story introduces a new antagonist called The Timekeeper, a planetary dictator who faces opposition from the Crimson Resistance and The Rippers. Players can choose from four new vault hunters: Vex, Rafa, Harlowe, and Amon.

Pricing and Editions

Borderlands 4 will be available in three editions: Standard, Deluxe, and Super Deluxe. All pre-orders include the Gilded Glory Pack, which features one Vault Hunter Skin, one Weapon Skin, and an ECHO-4 Drone Skin. The Standard Edition will be priced at $69.99, while the Deluxe Edition will cost $99.99.

Commercial Success and Legacy

The Borderlands franchise has achieved remarkable success, with more than 87 million copies sold to date. The series has earned critical acclaim for its unforgettable characters, deep world-building, and vast array of unique weapons. According to 2K President David Ismailer, the development team has ‘raised the bar’ for Borderlands 4, crafting a premium AAA adventure that evolves the series while maintaining the beloved core looter-shooter experience.