Gearbox Software confirms early release date for Borderlands 4

Vault Hunters, rejoice! Gearbox has officially announced that Borderlands 4 will be arriving ahead of schedule, moving its release date up from September 23, 2025, to September 12, 2025. This unexpected but thrilling news was revealed by Gearbox’s Randy Pitchford, who shared that development is progressing even better than expected, allowing the team to launch the game earlier than planned.

Why the Early Release?

According to Pitchford, everything is going “the best-case scenario”—the game is shaping up beautifully, the team is firing on all cylinders, and the excitement from fans has been overwhelming. The decision to move the release date forward was made after extensive playtesting and internal discussions, ensuring that Borderlands 4 is polished and ready to deliver the chaotic, loot-filled experience fans crave.

Borderlands 4 takes players to Kairos, a brand-new planet filled with untamed landscapes, dangerous factions, and, of course, mountains of loot. The game introduces a fresh cast of Vault Hunters, each with unique abilities and skill trees designed to shake up the franchise’s signature gameplay. While Gearbox has kept major plot details under wraps, teasers suggest that the story will delve deeper into the mysteries of the Borderlands universe, possibly tying into past events and characters.

Upcoming Reveal Event

For those eager to see more, Sony is hosting a dedicated PlayStation State of Play event on April 30, 2025, featuring 20 minutes of exclusive gameplay footage. This showcase will provide a deeper look at the game’s mechanics, weapons, and world-building, giving fans a taste of the action-packed insanity that awaits.