Get ready to dive back into the chaotic world of Pandora with Gearbox's latest addition to the franchise, Borderlands 4! This game brings back the beloved psychos, vault hunters, and an abundance of loot. Stay updated with the latest news and developments right here!
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Borderlands 4 News
2025
March 25
⚫︎ In anticipation of Borderlands 4's upcoming September release, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has shared an exciting SHiFT Code for all existing Borderlands games. This code grants players 3 Golden or Skeleton Keys and is valid until March 27, 2025. If you own all the Borderlands games, you can use this code separately in each one, unlocking a total of 15 keys!
February 13
⚫︎ The wait is finally over! Gearbox Software has officially announced that Borderlands 4 will hit the shelves on September 23, 2025. This exciting news came through a captivating release date trailer on the game's official YouTube channel, showcasing new vault hunters, unique weapons, and the iconic Psycho enemies.
February 2
⚫︎ In an exclusive interview with GamesRadar, Borderlands senior producer Anthony Nichlson shared insights on Borderlands 4's tone. He stated that the humor will resemble that of Borderlands 2, while the overall atmosphere will echo the original Borderlands, reflecting the evolving nature of game design.
Read more: Borderlands 4's Tone Will Seemingly Be Less Like Borderlands 3 (The Gamer)
2024
December 13
⚫︎ Following a mysterious title reveal in August 2024, Borderlands 4 is set for a massive content reveal with the launch of its Official First Look Trailer. This trailer promises new Vault Hunters, major antagonists, and the return of the fan-favorite Claptrap, all complemented by thrilling gameplay footage.
December 10
⚫︎ Gearbox president Randy Pitchford has teased that Borderlands 4's reveal at The Game Awards will feature "plenty of in-game footage." Additionally, fans can expect a cinematic sequence that will bridge the narrative gap between Borderlands 3 and 4.
November 28
⚫︎ Caleb McAlpine, a passionate Borderlands fan currently fighting cancer, had his dream realized when he got to play Borderlands 4 early. In a touching Reddit post on November 26, Caleb shared his experience after being flown to Gearbox's studio to meet the development team and get a firsthand taste of the upcoming looter shooter.
Read more: Borderlands 4 Early Access Was "Amazing" According to Fan (Game8)