Borderlands 4, the latest entry in Gearbox Software’s looter-shooter franchise, is out now worldwide as of September 12, 2025. The new installment brings a fresh setting, four new Vault Hunters, and a suite of systems designed to deepen exploration and co-op play.
The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. A Nintendo Switch 2 version arrives October 3, 2025. Developed by Gearbox Software, a 2K studio, and published by 2K, the title is rated M for Mature by the ESRB.
New world, new threat
Set on the planet Kairos, Borderlands 4 pits players against the Timekeeper, an oppressive force commanding an army known as The Order. The conflict leans into cyberpunk-flavored sci-fi, with cybernetic implants and tech-forward foes shaping both combat and traversal.
Gameplay highlights
The sequel introduces four new Vault Hunters and the series’ trademark billions of weapons, now paired with expanded traversal options such as the Digirunner vehicle. Deep skill trees enable flexible buildcrafting, while seamless travel between zones, dynamic events, and a wide spread of side missions target a more fluid, exploration-first loop.
Watch the trailer on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NtSRtcXcCnk
Borderlands 4 supports solo play or co-op for up to four players, with instanced loot, level scaling, and individual difficulty settings to keep sessions fair and flexible regardless of party composition or experience level.
Editions and pricing
- Standard Edition ($69.99)
- Deluxe Edition ($99.99) with the Bounty Pack Bundle
- Super Deluxe Edition ($129.99) with the Vault Hunter Pack and additional content
Post-launch plans include both free and paid DLC. Details will be shared on the official website, covering content drops that expand the world and offer new activities.
Early critical response
Initial reviews have been positive, with outlets including CGMagazine, GamersRD, GamesRadar+, and XboxEra highlighting Borderlands 4 as a strong entry that refines the series’ cooperative action and progression.
