Borderlands 4: Latest Updates and News

Gearbox is set to take fans back to the wild and chaotic world of Pandora with Borderlands 4. This latest installment promises psychos, vault hunters, and a bounty of loot. Dive into the most recent updates and developments of this eagerly anticipated game!

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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. Players can unlock 3 Golden or Skeleton Keys with this code, which is valid until March 27, 2025. If you own all the Borderlands titles, you could secure up to 15 keys in total, enhancing your chances of snagging legendary weapons in-game.

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

February 13

After months of teases and anticipation, Gearbox Software has finally revealed that Borderlands 4 will hit the shelves on September 23, 2025. This announcement came via an official release date trailer on the game's YouTube channel, which also showcased snippets of gameplay. Fans got a glimpse of 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 humor and tone of Borderlands 4. He mentioned that while the humor will echo that of Borderlands 2, the overall tone will lean closer to the original Borderlands. Nichlson highlighted the evolution of game design and how Borderlands 4 will reflect this progression.

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

2024

December 13

Following a vague title reveal in August 2024, Borderlands 4 is set for a massive content reveal. The Official First Look Trailer promises to introduce new Vault Hunters, major antagonists, and the beloved Claptrap, all showcased alongside thrilling 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 hinted that Borderlands 4 will feature "plenty of in-game footage" during its upcoming reveal at The Game Awards. Additionally, fans can anticipate a cinematic sequence that will bridge the narrative gap between Borderlands 3 and Borderlands 4.

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

Dedicated Borderlands fan Caleb McAlpine, who is currently battling cancer, had his dream come true when he was given the opportunity to play Borderlands 4 early. In a heartfelt post on Reddit dated November 26, Caleb shared his experience of being flown to Gearbox’s studio, meeting the development team, and getting a firsthand taste of the upcoming looter shooter.

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