Borderlands 4 has been available since September 12, 2025 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The Nintendo Switch 2 version followed on October 3, 2025. On PC, the game is available through Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Borderlands 4 launched across four platforms
- PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC: September 12, 2025.
- Nintendo Switch 2: October 3, 2025.
- Developed by Gearbox Software and published by 2K.
- Three editions: Standard, Deluxe and Super Deluxe.
The official launch trailer introduces the four new Vault Hunters facing the Timekeeper on Kairos. The Borderlands 3 page and related franchise news place this entry within the series.
The console and PC versions launched together
2K confirmed the September 12, 2025 release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The Nintendo Switch 2 version arrived on October 3, 2025. PC players can choose between Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Co-op multiplayer requires an Internet connection. Cross-play works with a SHiFT account, and split-screen co-op has been announced for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Three editions, with post-launch content in the higher tiers
- Standard Edition: the base game.
- Deluxe Edition: the game and the Bounty Pack Bundle, made up of four post-launch packs.
- Super Deluxe Edition: the Deluxe Edition content, the Vault Hunter Pack with two Story Packs, and the Ornate Order cosmetic pack.
The launch prices announced by 2K were $69.99 for the Standard Edition, $99.99 for the Deluxe Edition and $129.99 for the Super Deluxe Edition on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Prices and availability may vary by store and territory.
Kairos expands movement and cooperative play
Borderlands 4 revisits the looter-shooter formula on Kairos. Official information mentions four Vault Hunters, Action Skills, three skill trees per character and connected areas with no loading screen announced between them.
Movement options include dodging, a glider, a fixed-point grapple and the summonable Digirunner vehicle. Loot is instanced for each player, while level and difficulty can scale separately within a group.
The Borderlands 4 page on jeu.vidéo brings together the game's core information.
A broader formula that keeps its core identity
2K's announcements point to a measured evolution: Borderlands 4 retains the looter-shooter formula while expanding movement and the structure of its areas. Compared with Borderlands 3, the glider, dodge, grapple and Digirunner place greater emphasis on moving through Kairos. The available information is not yet enough to judge progression pacing or activity variety.
Connected areas and new mobility tools also place Borderlands 4 within a broader genre trend in which exploration supports loot collection. Their value will depend on Kairos's density and on how Gearbox Software uses them beyond simple traversal.
For players, co-op is the clearest change: everyone keeps their own loot, while levels and difficulty can be adjusted separately. Characters at different stages of progression should therefore be able to play together more easily. Edition choice remains separate from platform choice: the Standard Edition provides the base game, while higher editions add post-launch content.
Several parts of the long-term plan remain open
The detailed schedule for the post-launch packs is not stated in the available information. That schedule will be needed to assess the value of the Bounty Pack Bundle and Vault Hunter Pack more precisely. Nintendo Switch 2 settings and endgame activity content also remain unclear, limiting any assessment of longevity beyond the campaign.
Three details to watch
The exact schedule for the post-launch packs will determine when the content included in the Deluxe and Super Deluxe Editions becomes available.
Nintendo Switch 2 settings will matter to players choosing between the portable version and the other platforms.
The evolution of endgame activities will help determine the game's appeal after the campaign.
Official details are available on the Borderlands website and in 2K's launch press release.
Frequently asked questions
When was Borderlands 4 released?
The game was released on September 12, 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, then on October 3, 2025 for Nintendo Switch 2.
Which platforms can you play it on?
It is available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as Nintendo Switch 2.
Which edition includes the Story Packs?
The Super Deluxe Edition includes the Vault Hunter Pack, announced with two Story Packs.
Where can you follow official information?
Check the game's official page and the launch trailer.
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Verified sources
These links allow you to verify the article's key information.
- borderlands.2k.com: the official Borderlands 4 page presents general information about the game and its platforms.
- borderlands.2k.com: the official French announcement confirms availability on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, as well as the Switch 2 release on October 3, 2025.
- newsroom.2k.com: 2K's September 12, 2025 press release confirms the platforms, editions, launch prices and co-op features.
- youtube.com: the launch trailer is published on YouTube through 2K's official link.
