2K and Gearbox Software have announced that Borderlands 4 will officially launch on September 23, 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and Epic Games Store. This announcement was accompanied by a brand new trailer that gives a glimpse of the action-packed battles on the new planet, Kairos.
New Gameplay and Mechanics
As the latest installment in the looter-shooter franchise, Borderlands 4 brings innovations that improve combat dynamics. Players can now use glide, dodge, double jump, and fixed-point grapple, allowing for faster and more flexible movement in dealing with enemies and exploring dangerous environments.
In addition, the classic looter-shooter system remains at the core of the game with a greater variety of weapons and more aggressive enemies. With the combination of faster gameplay, larger game areas, and more diverse loot, this game offers a more immersive experience than its predecessors.
The success of Borderlands
The Borderlands franchise has sold over 87 million copies worldwide and is one of the premier titles in the looter-shooter genre. Unique characters, a story-rich world, and countless weapons have made this series a favorite among gamers.
Following on from that success, Borderlands 4 retains its iconic elements while introducing new mechanics and more expansive locations to explore. The game is designed to provide a more varied experience without losing the characteristics that fans have come to know.
When will the full gameplay be revealed?
The latest trailer only provides a snippet of gameplay, while the full gameplay reveal will take place during the PlayStation State of Play event next Spring. The event will be a chance for fans of the game to get a deeper look at how Borderlands 4 brings improvements in the combat system, exploration, and more complex loot mechanics.
For those who want to keep up to date with the game, Borderlands 4 is already available for download. wishlist. The latest information can be found on the official website borderlands.2k.com.
Source: 2K
