Gearbox Software has officially revealed "Borderlands 4," announcing exciting gameplay updates and a new villain. We have seen a sneak peek of the upcoming "Borderlands" installment in PlayStation's State of Play 2025.
From the new movement systems to a never-before-seen villain, the franchise's looter-shooter game will send down shivers your spine once the official version is out a few months from now.
'Borderlands 4' Trailer Introduces a New Villain and Setting
The new "Borderlands 4" trailer meets the players with Kairos, a world governed by the ruthless Timekeeper—a dictator whose iron rule is soon to be threatened by a new squad of Vault Hunters.
According to GosuGamers, one should anticipate a trademark combo of frenetic combat, outlandish humor, and unrelenting action as they confront Kairos's most menacing threats.
A special State of Play presentation is also coming soon, where players will see a deep dive into combat mechanics, weapons, action skills, and character abilities.
New Movement Mechanics for Quicker, Smoother Combat
For the first time in "Borderlands" history, advanced movement capabilities will be offered, allowing players even greater agency in combat. Gosugamers lists what you can do soon once you play "Borderlands 4."
- Double jumps for increased mobility
- Gliding to cover open spaces
- Dodging for rapid evasive actions
- Fixed-point grappling for greater vertical navigation
Vault Hunters with Game-Changing Abilities
The trailer also hinted at new Vault Hunter abilities. More varied playstyles mean more fun to experiment with what suits you the best based on circumstances.
- Dual Elemental Axes – One Vault Hunter uses powerful melee weapons imbued with elemental energy.
- Energy Cannon – Another character can call upon a devastating long-range cannon.
- Clone Ability – A Vault Hunter with the ability to create a controllable clone for tactical attack.
When is 'Borderlands 4' Coming
"Borderlands 4" is being worked on by Gearbox Software and published by 2K Games. The game will be released on PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, and Epic Games Store.
With its Sept. 23 release date secured, fans won't have long to wait before they're plunged into the next wild installment of the Borderlands franchise. Tune in to the upcoming State of Play deep dive for even more information.
In the meantime, while you're waiting for any Sony-related announcement, you can read our "Borderlands 3" ultimate starter guide. This is perfect for those who will play any "Borderlands" title for the first time. It's the best guide to get you started in this action-packed franchise.
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