"Borderlands 4: Latest Updates and News"

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Borderlands 4 News

2025

March 25

⚫︎ In the lead-up to Borderlands 4's eagerly awaited September release, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has shared a SHiFT Code for all existing Borderlands games, offering players 3 Golden or Skeleton Keys each. This SHiFT Code, valid until March 27, 2025, can be used separately across each Borderlands game, totaling 15 keys for those with the complete collection.

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 anticipation and teasing, Gearbox Software has officially announced that Borderlands 4 will hit the shelves on September 23, 2025. This revelation came through a captivating release date trailer showcased on the game's official YouTube Channel, featuring snippets of gameplay, new vault hunter abilities, 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 insightful interview with GamesRadar, Borderlands senior producer Anthony Nichlson discussed the humor and tone of Borderlands 4. He highlighted that the game's humor will echo that of Borderlands 2, while its overall tone will lean closer to the original Borderlands, emphasizing 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 cryptic title reveal in August 2024, Borderlands 4 is set to unveil a wealth of new content through its Official First Look Trailer. This trailer promises to introduce new Vault Hunters, major antagonists, and the beloved Claptrap, accompanied by exciting 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 teased that Borderlands 4's upcoming reveal at The Game Awards will feature substantial in-game footage. Additionally, fans can anticipate a cinematic sequence that will bridge the narrative gap between Borderlands 3 and 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

⚫︎ Caleb McAlpine, a dedicated Borderlands fan currently battling cancer, had his dream fulfilled when he was given the opportunity to play Borderlands 4 early. In a touching Reddit post dated November 26, Caleb shared his experience of being flown to Gearbox's studio, meeting the development team, and getting a firsthand look at the anticipated looter shooter.

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