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Borderlands 4 News
2025
March 25
⚫︎ Gear up, vault hunters! As Borderlands 4's September release draws near, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has released a special SHiFT Code for all existing Borderlands games. Redeem it by March 27, 2025, to snag 3 Golden or Skeleton Keys per game. If you own all the titles, that's a whopping 15 keys waiting for you to unlock legendary weapons!
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 hit the shelves on September 23, 2025. The announcement came with a thrilling release date trailer on the game's YouTube channel, featuring new vault hunter abilities, fresh weapons, and the return of the classic Psycho enemies. Get ready for a wild ride!
Read more: Borderlands 4 Set for Late 2025 Release in New Release Date Trailer (Official Borderlands 4 YouTube Channel)
February 2
⚫︎ In an exciting interview with GamesRadar, Borderlands senior producer Anthony Nichlson shared insights into the tone of Borderlands 4. Expect a blend of humor reminiscent of Borderlands 2, with the gritty atmosphere of the original. As game design evolves, so does Borderlands 4, promising a fresh yet familiar experience.
Read more: Borderlands 4's Tone Will Seemingly Be Less Like Borderlands 3 (The Gamer)
2024
December 13
⚫︎ Following a mysterious title reveal in August, Borderlands 4 unveiled an Official First Look Trailer. The trailer introduced new Vault Hunters, major antagonists, and the beloved Claptrap, all set against a backdrop of intense gameplay footage. The hype is real!
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 fans at The Game Awards, promising "plenty of in-game footage" for Borderlands 4's upcoming reveal. Additionally, a cinematic sequence will bridge the gap between Borderlands 3 and 4, ensuring a seamless narrative transition.
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
⚫︎ In a heartwarming turn of events, dedicated fan Caleb McAlpine, who is battling cancer, got a chance to play Borderlands 4 early. In a touching Reddit post, Caleb described his visit to Gearbox's studio, where he met the team and experienced the game firsthand. His positive feedback is a testament to the game's potential.
Read more: Borderlands 4 Early Access Was "Amazing" According to Fan (Game8)
