Gearbox is diving back into the wild world of Pandora with Borderlands 4, bringing back the beloved mix of psychos, vault hunters, and endless loot! Keep reading to stay updated on all the latest news and developments surrounding this eagerly anticipated game.
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Borderlands 4 News
2025
March 25
⚫︎ As excitement builds for the upcoming September release of Borderlands 4, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has shared a special SHiFT Code for all existing Borderlands games. Players can claim 3 Golden or Skeleton Keys with this code, which is valid until March 27, 2025. If you own all the Borderlands games, you can use the code separately in each game to get a total of 15 keys.
February 13
⚫︎ After months of speculation, Gearbox Software has officially announced that Borderlands 4 will launch on September 23, 2025. The announcement came with a captivating release date trailer on the game's official YouTube Channel, showcasing new gameplay footage, including abilities of the new vault hunters, fresh weapons, and the return of the iconic Psycho enemies.
February 2
⚫︎ In an exclusive interview with GamesRadar, Borderlands senior producer Anthony Nichlson shed light on the tone of Borderlands 4. He explained that the game's humor will echo that of Borderlands 2, while the overall tone will be more akin to the original Borderlands. Nichlson emphasized that game design evolves over time, and Borderlands 4 is no exception.
Read more: Borderlands 4's Tone Will Seemingly Be Less Like Borderlands 3 (The Gamer)
2024
December 13
⚫︎ Following the vague title reveal in August 2024, Borderlands 4 is set to unveil a wealth of content with the release of an Official First Look Trailer. This trailer promises new Vault Hunters, major antagonists, and the return of the fan-favorite Claptrap, all accompanied by exciting gameplay footage.
December 10
⚫︎ Gearbox president Randy Pitchford has teased that the upcoming reveal of Borderlands 4 at The Game Awards will feature "plenty of in-game footage." He also hinted at a cinematic sequence that will bridge the narrative gap between Borderlands 3 and Borderlands 4, promising a seamless transition for fans.
November 28
⚫︎ Caleb McAlpine, a dedicated Borderlands fan currently battling cancer, recently lived out his dream by playing Borderlands 4 early. In a touching Reddit post dated November 26, Caleb shared that he was invited to Gearbox’s studio, where he met the development team and got a first-hand experience of the upcoming looter shooter.
Read more: Borderlands 4 Early Access Was "Amazing" According to Fan (Game8)