Gearbox has officially set the stage for the highly anticipated release of Borderlands 4, and fans couldn't be more excited. At the latest State of Play event, Gearbox president Randy Pitchford revealed that Borderlands 4 will hit the shelves on September 23, 2025. To ramp up the excitement, Gearbox unveiled a thrilling new trailer that showcases some of the innovative gameplay features players can expect from the upcoming title.
The trailer highlights a major new addition: the grappling hook, which promises to add a fresh layer of mobility and strategy to the gameplay. Yet, true to the spirit of Borderlands, the trailer also teases fans with an array of ridiculous guns, explosive action, and the trademark mayhem that the series is renowned for.
In celebration of the announced release date, Gearbox has planned a special Borderlands 4-themed State of Play to premiere this spring. This event will offer a deeper look into the game's mechanics and introduce even more of the arsenal that awaits players.
While specific story details for Borderlands 4 remain under wraps, the lead writer has hinted at possibly shifting away from the heavy reliance on "toilet humor" seen in previous entries. Whether Borderlands 4 will adopt a more serious tone or maintain its signature humor is something fans eagerly await to discover.
Stay tuned for more updates on Borderlands 4 as we approach the special State of Play this spring. In the meantime, don't miss out on all the major announcements from today's PlayStation State of Play event.
