Gearbox has exciting news for fans of the Borderlands series: they've officially announced the release date for Borderlands 4. During the latest State of Play event, Gearbox president Randy Pitchford revealed that the highly anticipated game will launch on September 23, 2025. To mark the occasion, Gearbox released a thrilling new trailer that showcases some of the innovative gameplay features players can look forward to.
One of the standout additions highlighted in the trailer is the grappling hook, which promises to add a new layer of excitement and strategy to the gameplay. True to the series' roots, fans can expect an array of absurd weapons, explosive action, and the chaotic fun that Borderlands is known for.
In celebration of the announced release date, Gearbox has planned a special Borderlands 4-themed State of Play for this spring. This event will dive deeper into the game, showcasing more gameplay and unveiling even more of the extensive arsenal of guns that the series is famous for.
While we eagerly await more story details, it's worth noting that the lead writer of the previous game expressed concerns about over-reliance on "toilet humor." It remains to be seen if Borderlands 4 will shift towards a more serious narrative, adding depth to the series' signature blend of humor and action.
Stay tuned for further updates on Borderlands 4 when the special State of Play premieres in the spring. In the meantime, you can catch up on all the major announcements from today's PlayStation State of Play event right here.
