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Borderlands 4 News
The latest news and rumors about Borderlands 4 for today and 2026. Here you will find all the news about Borderlands 4 updates, learn the release date for PC, when the game will be available on other platforms, and other announcements. We will also write about the system requirements of Borderlands 4 for PC, about pirate cracks, and the appearance of the game on torrents, where it can be downloaded for free.
“Borderlands 4 Is a Premium Game for Premium Gamers”: Gearbox Boss Responds to PC Players’ Complaints About Optimization, Suggests Writing Their Own Engine
The launch of Borderlands 4 was hit with review-bombing from PC players frustrated by poor optimization and the high system requirements of the looter-shooter. Gearbox Software head Randy Pitchford offered a rather unconventional response to fans’ complaints.
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September 15, 2025
Borderlands 4 Hits Peak of Over 300,000 Concurrent Players on Steam After Launch
Borderlands 4, released on September 11th, has achieved a peak concurrent player count of over 300,000 on Steam. This milestone was reached just three days after the game's launch.
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September 15, 2025
Borderlands 2, Borderlands 3, and Borderlands 4 Compared in New Video
YouTube channel Realistic GameZ has released an 8-minute video comparing the three most recent mainline entries in the Borderlands series: Borderlands 2, Borderlands 3, and Borderlands 4.
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September 14, 2025
Borderlands 4 Receives First Update Improving PC Performance
Gearbox Software has announced the first update for Borderlands 4, aimed at optimizing the PC version. The team also reminded players about recommendations designed to improve performance on NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards.
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September 14, 2025
Borderlands 4 Benchmarked on 33 GPUs
TechPowerUp has tested the PC version of the shooter Borderlands 4 on a whopping 33 different graphics cards. The game was run at maximum graphics settings, without DLSS or FSR enabled.
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September 13, 2025
Interactive Map for Borderlands 4 Now Available
Just a day after the launch of Borderlands 4, an interactive map has popped up online to help players explore the game's open world. While still a work in progress, the map is being actively updated.
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September 13, 2025
Borderlands 4 Tested on RTX 5090 — Even High-End Rigs Struggle
It looks like Gearbox Software still has some homework to do when it comes to optimizing Borderlands 4. Even owners of powerful PCs are unable to achieve stable FPS and are running into crashes.
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September 12, 2025
Borderlands 4 Performance Tested on Budget GPUs: GTX 1050 Ti, GTX 1650, GTX 1660, RTX 3050
YouTube channel i7 3770 Benchmark put the PC version of Borderlands 4 through its paces, following its Steam release and the user backlash over its poor optimization. The YouTuber ran the game on a gauntlet of budget GPUs: the GTX 970, GT 1030, GTX 1050 Ti, GTX 1650, GTX 1660, and the RTX 3050 (6GB).
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September 12, 2025
Borderlands 4 PC Launch Plagued by Negative Reviews, Players Complain of Poor Optimization
The PC version of Borderlands 4, released on Steam and the Epic Games Store on September 10th, has been met with harsh criticism from players. The game currently holds a "Mostly Negative" rating on Steam, with only 35% positive reviews.
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September 12, 2025
Borderlands 4 Launches on PC
Borderlands 4 has officially launched on PC today. Players can choose from three editions: a Standard Edition ($70), a Deluxe Edition ($100), and a Super Deluxe Edition ($130).
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September 11, 2025
Critics Review Borderlands 4: The Shooter Nearly Becomes the Best in the Series
With just hours left before release, critics have published their reviews of Borderlands 4. At the time of writing, the game holds a score of 84 on Metacritic and 85 on OpenCritic, making it the second-best entry in the main series.
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September 11, 2025
‘The Wait Is Over’: Gearbox Drops Launch Trailer for Borderlands 4
Gearbox is ramping up for the release of Borderlands 4. Following its global launch map, the studio has unveiled the official launch trailer.
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September 8, 2025
Exact Launch Time for Borderlands 4 Revealed: PC Players Will Get In First
Gearbox Software has published a global launch map for Borderlands 4. According to the schedule, PC players will get to dive into the looter-shooter several hours earlier than console owners.
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September 6, 2025
New Most Wishlisted PC Game on Steam Revealed
Steam's most wishlisted games chart has seen a major shuffle! This comes after the launch of Hollow Knight: Silksong, which previously held the top spot. Subnautica 2 now claims the coveted number one position.
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September 5, 2025
Gearbox Releases Animated Short Featuring Harlow from Borderlands 4
2K and Gearbox Software have unveiled an official animated short spotlighting Harlow, one of the new Vault Hunters in Borderlands 4. This marks the final entry in the video series introducing players to the new heroes of planet Kyros.
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August 26, 2025
Impressive optimization: YouTuber shows how Borderlands 4 runs on a high-end PC with Ryzen 7 9800 X3D and GeForce RTX 5080
It looks like the Nintendo Switch 2, despite its upgraded hardware, may prove to be a real challenge for developers. YouTuber EpicNNG tested a demo build of Borderlands 4 and concluded that the game is nowhere near ready for the hybrid console.
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August 25, 2025
SteamDB Reveals September's Most Wishlisted Games
Thanks to SteamDB, we now know which games are generating the most hype on Steam for September. With several AAA titles on the horizon, the next month is shaping up to be massive for gamers.
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August 25, 2025
Five Most Anticipated Steam Games of 2025 Revealed — One Clear Winner
Analysts from Alinea Analytics have studied Steam user data and compiled a list of the most anticipated PC games of 2025. Taking the top spot by a wide margin is Hollow Knight: Silksong, which has amassed 4.8 million wishlists.
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August 15, 2025
Borderlands 4 Devs Drop New Trailer Showcasing Amon Gameplay
With about a month left until the release of Borderlands 4, the developers are ramping up the hype with fresh trailers. The latest video spotlights gameplay for Amon, one of the four Vault Hunters in the game. Amon belongs to the Forgeknight class.
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August 7, 2025
Borderlands 4 to Feature Nonlinear Story for the First Time in Series
Ahead of the upcoming release of Borderlands 4, developers at Gearbox Software spoke with Rolling Stone and revealed several new details — including the franchise's first-ever implementation of nonlinear storytelling.
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July 28, 2025
Locked and Loaded: Borderlands 4 Has Officially Gone Gold
Gearbox Software has announced via social media that Borderlands 4 has officially gone gold. This means the looter-shooter is fully complete and ready for release, with no delays expected — barring any unforeseen emergencies.
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July 25, 2025
New Borderlands 4 Trailer Introduces Rafa—One of the Four Vault Hunters
In the latest Borderlands 4 trailer, the developers unveiled a new playable character named Rafa—an exo-soldier and former member of the Tediore corporation. Rafa is one of the four Vault Hunters available in the game. He’s being positioned as the perfect choice for newcomers, combining traits from previous series heroes and offering a versatile arsenal for combat at any range.
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July 24, 2025
Gearbox Software Announces Borderlands 4 Release Date for Nintendo Switch 2
Gearbox Software has officially revealed the release date for Borderlands 4 on Nintendo Switch 2 — the game will launch on October 3, 2025. The announcement came from studio founder Randy Pitchford on social media, who noted that fans have been eagerly awaiting news and were concerned by the lack of pre-orders and a confirmed launch date.
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July 23, 2025
Borderlands 4 Trailer Highlights Claptrap's Return
Gearbox has released another trailer for the upcoming looter-shooter Borderlands 4. This latest video focuses on the return of Claptrap, arguably the series' most recognizable character.
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July 15, 2025
Gearbox Boss Leaks Borderlands 4 Secret Map Before Launch: «Quit Clutching Your Pearls — All the Info Will Be Instantly Accessible»
Ahead of the release of Borderlands 4, Gearbox Software CEO Randy Pitchford decided to make life easier for completionists by sharing a map revealing the locations of all in-game collectibles. However, not every fan appreciated the move.
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July 14, 2025
Nearly Two Hours of Borderlands 4 Gameplay Surfaced Online
Just weeks ahead of release, nearly two hours of Borderlands 4 gameplay has surfaced online, recorded by Chinese streamers during a closed event. The footage showcases extensive gameplay as Amon, one of the playable Vault Hunters.
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July 13, 2025
Borderlands 4's Developers Showcase Siren Vex
Gearbox Software has unleashed two new trailers for the highly anticipated shooter, Borderlands 4. These latest videos shine a spotlight on Vex, one of the four playable Vault Hunters, and her Siren powers.
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July 11, 2025
Gearbox Has a Special Gift Ready for Borderlands 4 Fans
Gearbox has reminded fans that there are less than 100 days left until the release of Borderlands 4, which is set to launch on September 12, 2025. To celebrate the upcoming release, players can claim an exclusive Hazard Pay weapon skin, available in-game from day one.
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June 30, 2025
New Borderlands 4 Screenshots Revealed
Several brand-new screenshots from the upcoming first-person shooter Borderlands 4, currently in development at Gearbox Software, have surfaced online. Recently, both a gameplay video and a story trailer for the project were also unveiled.
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June 23, 2025
New Borderlands 4 Gameplay Showcased Boss Battle Inside a Vault
Following the new trailer and plot details, Borderlands 4 has received another gameplay video. Players were shown clearing one of the Vaults, as well as a boss fight.
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June 22, 2025
Gearbox Software Unveils Story Trailer for Borderlands 4
Gearbox Software has released the story trailer for the upcoming shooter, Borderlands 4. The trailer showcases various locations that players will explore in the open world, along with a multitude of characters.
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June 22, 2025
Borderlands 4 Will Feature a Fan-Requested Option After All
Despite earlier resistance, Gearbox Software has decided to implement one long-requested feature in Borderlands 4. While studio head Randy Pitchford recently defended the lack of a mini-map—calling it a deliberate and necessary design choice—player feedback has led to a compromise.
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June 20, 2025
Borderlands 4 May Not Run on 50% of Steam Users' PCs
Gearbox Software recently revealed the system requirements for Borderlands 4, and the announcement has sparked concern among Steam users — it appears that only half of them meet the minimum specs.
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June 19, 2025
Tons of Borderlands 4 Gameplay and New Details Surface Online
Game outlets have published their first Borderlands 4 previews, with VGC sharing an exclusive 20-minute gameplay video alongside their written impressions.
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June 19, 2025
Borderlands 4 Pricing and System Requirements Revealed
Gearbox Software has opened pre-orders for Borderlands 4 on PC and consoles. Despite earlier rumors suggesting an $80 price tag, the upcoming shooter turned out to be slightly more affordable.
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June 16, 2025