Borderlands 4 is coming out this week. We summarize important information you should know before purchasing.
When is Borderlands 4 coming out? Borderlands 4 is coming out this week on Friday – that is, on September 12, 2025.
Release times vary slightly depending on the platform. On PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, it starts on September 12 at 12:00 AM, while the PC can start on the previous day at 6:00 PM. The release of the Nintendo Switch 2 version is still further away. Here you can find the exact overview of the release times.
But to help you decide if you want to get the game, we summarize the most important facts about the release here.
On which platforms is Borderlands 4 releasing?
Borderlands 4 is releasing on the following platforms:
- PS5
- Xbox Series X/S
- PC (via Steam or Epic Games Store)
- Nintendo Switch 2
Our overview of the release of Borderlands 4 with information on all content can be found here.
What is the price of Borderlands 4? What differences & prices do the editions have?
The Standard Edition of Borderlands 4 costs:
- 69.99 € for PC
- 69.99 € for Nintendo Switch 2
- 79.99 € for Xbox Series X/S and PS5
It includes the main game. Pre-order customers receive the Golden Glory Pack with a Vault Hunter skin, weapon skin, and drone skin.
The Deluxe Edition costs 99.99 € for all platforms and includes:
- Main game
- Golden Glory Pack as a pre-order bonus (Vault Hunter skin, weapon skin, drone skin)
- Bounty Pack Bundle with 4 bounty packs as DLCs after the release. These will come in the future and bring new missions, gear, bosses, and more.
- Wrath of the Firehawk (weapon skin)
The Super Deluxe Edition costs 129.99 € for all platforms and includes:
- Main game
- Golden Glory Pack as a pre-order bonus (Vault Hunter skin, weapon skin, drone skin)
- Bounty Pack Bundle with 4 bounty packs as DLCs after the release. These will come in the future and bring new missions, gear, bosses, and more.
- Wrath of the Firehawk (weapon skin)
- Artful Order Pack (four skins for Vault Hunters, four heads, four bodies)
- Vault Hunter Pack: Here are the 2 story DLCs with new Vault Hunters, new regions, new weapons and gear, new skins for Vault Hunters and Echo-4 included.
What are the system requirements for Borderlands 4?
Want to play Borderlands 4 on PC? Then you should meet the following requirements.
Minimum requirements:
- Operating System: Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-9700 / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (8 cores)
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8 GB VRAM)
- Storage: 100 GB SSD
Recommended requirements:
- Storage: 100 GB SSD
- Operating System: Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-12700 / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
- Memory: 32 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT
The lead developer of Borderlands 4 recently shared more details about the system requirements.
Can I play Borderlands 4 with friends?
Yes, Borderlands is known as a strong multiplayer series and continues this in Borderlands 4. Of course, you can also play the game solo, but the co-op options look like this:
- You can play the complete story and all the game’s content online with up to four players. Invite each other for that.
- There is full crossplay, so you can play across platforms. However, there is no cross-progression or cross-saves.
- Split-Screen: You can play Borderlands 4 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in split-screen with two players. You can invite additional players online.
Who is Borderlands 4 suitable for?
Borderlands 4 is definitely suitable for fans of the series. There are plenty of other games in the Borderlands universe, and those who liked them will quickly feel at home in Borderlands 4.
However, Borderlands 4 is also a good entry point for newcomers. As of now, you do not necessarily have to have played Borderlands 1 to 3 to quickly catch up in the new world of Kairos. There are many new characters, new villains, and a completely new conflict.
In terms of gameplay, Borderlands focuses on fast-paced combat that becomes increasingly wild as you unlock better loot and stronger abilities. You take on one of four Vault Hunters, each with their own advantages and skills. In first-person perspective, you shoot your way across the planet Kairos – an open world that you can explore freely.
So if you enjoy:
- collecting loot
- playing fast-paced shooters
- creating strong builds with skill trees
- exploring an open world
- and/or enjoy quirky humor
you are definitely in the right place.
Borderlands 4 starts on Friday and it will be exciting to see how the game compares to its predecessors. We already know a bit more about the four main characters: Vex, Amon, Rafa, and Harlowe. These are the Vault Hunters with whom you will play the game. We show you what makes them special: Which Vault Hunter in Borderlands 4 is right for me?
