Gearbox is taking fans back to the chaotic world of Pandora with the highly anticipated release of Borderlands 4, filled with psychos, vault hunters, and an abundance of loot. Stay tuned for the latest updates and exciting developments!

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Borderlands 4 News

2025

March 25

⚫︎ As the excitement builds for Borderlands 4's upcoming September release, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has delighted fans by releasing a SHiFT Code for all existing Borderlands games. Redeem this code before March 27, 2025, to claim 3 Golden or Skeleton Keys per game. If you own all the Borderlands titles, you could unlock a total of 15 keys!

Read more: Free Borderlands Golden Keys SHiFT Code, Used to Get Legendary Weapons In Game, Valid Until March 27th (Game8)

February 13

⚫︎ The wait is over! Gearbox Software has officially announced that Borderlands 4 will launch on September 23, 2025. The announcement came with an exciting release date trailer on the game's official YouTube Channel, offering fans a glimpse at new vault hunters, innovative weapons, and the return of the iconic Psycho enemies.

Read more: Borderlands 4 Set for Late 2025 Release in New Release Date Trailer (Official Borderlands 4 YouTube Channel)

February 2

⚫︎ In an exclusive interview with GamesRadar, Borderlands senior producer Anthony Nichlson shared insights into the game's development. He revealed that Borderlands 4's humor will echo that of Borderlands 2, while its overall tone will lean towards the original Borderlands, indicating a thoughtful evolution in the game's design.

Read more: Borderlands 4's Tone Will Seemingly Be Less Like Borderlands 3 (The Gamer)

2024

December 13

⚫︎ Following a tantalizing title reveal earlier in 2024, Gearbox has now unveiled a massive content reveal for Borderlands 4. The Official First Look Trailer showcases new Vault Hunters, formidable antagonists, and the beloved Claptrap, all set against a backdrop of intense gameplay footage.

Read more: Borderlands 4 Set for Late 2025 Release in New Release Date Trailer (Official Borderlands 4 YouTube Channel)

December 10

⚫︎ Gearbox president Randy Pitchford has teased that Borderlands 4's reveal at The Game Awards will feature substantial in-game footage. He also hinted at a cinematic sequence that will bridge the narrative gap between Borderlands 3 and Borderlands 4, promising an exciting connection for fans.

Read more: Borderlands 4 Game Awards Reveal To Feature ‘A Lot Of In-Game Footage,’ Plus A Cinematic That Will Bridge Gap Between Borderlands 3 & 4 (PSU)

November 28

⚫︎ A heartwarming story unfolded when dedicated Borderlands fan Caleb McAlpine, who is currently battling cancer, was granted early access to Borderlands 4. Flown to Gearbox's studio, Caleb not only played the game but also met the development team. His experience, shared in a touching Reddit post on November 26, underscores the community's passion for the series.

Read more: Borderlands 4 Early Access Was "Amazing" According to Fan (Game8)