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Borderlands 4

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Game Info
Borderlands 4 brings intense action, badass Vault Hunters, and billions of wild and deadly weapons to an all-new planet ruled by a ruthless tyrant.
Crash into Kairos as one of four new Vault Hunters seeking wealth and glory. Wield powerful Action Skills, customize your build with deep skill trees, and dominate enemies with dynamic movement abilities.
Break free from the oppressive Timekeeper, a ruthless dictator who dominates the masses from on high. Now a world-altering catastrophe threatens his perfect Order, unleashing Mayhem across the planet.
BE A BADASS
Become an unstoppable force of battle, blasting through enemies with an all-new arsenal of outrageous weaponry. Move across the Borderlands like never before—double jumping, gliding, dodging, grappling, and more—dealing death from every direction. Explode each encounter with devastating Action Skills that unleash your Vault Hunter’s unique abilities. Craft your perfect build with branching skill trees and a deep, rewarding loot chase full of wild weapons and powerful gear.
FIGHT SOLO OR CO-OP
Wreaking havoc across Kairos is awesome alone and even better with friends in 2-player splitscreen or up to 4-player online co-op.** Borderlands 4 is designed for co-op from the ground up; whether you’re hunting for loot, tackling missions, or wandering freely, level scaling and individual difficulty keeps the party together and having fun.
LESS BORDERS, MORE LANDS
Freely explore a vast and dangerous world rife with warring factions. Hop on your hover bike and ride through lush fields, towering peaks, and deadly deserts full of fearsome enemies, dynamic events, and engaging quests with unforgettable characters. Unite the people of Kairos and ignite a revolution, tackling this adventure however you see fit in a seamless Borderlands experience.




Recommended
Average Score
Silver TIER
50% of scored reviews fell within the range of 80 to 86 / 100
RELEASE DATES:
GENRES:
- Action, RPG, Shooter, Adventure
DEVELOPER(S):
- Gearbox Software
PUBLISHER(S):
- 2K Games
SERIES/FRANCHISE:
- Borderlands
GAME MODES:
- Co-operative, Multiplayer, Single player
GAME ENGINE:
- Unreal Engine 5
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Ratings & Reviews
23
Critic Reviews
84
Average Critic Score
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Gearbox Software takes a ‘back to basics’ approach with Borderlands 4 that ends up being exactly what the series needed.
Every time Gearbox made me laugh or grin, I would catch myself wishing for more of that authenticity
The sheer diversity of characters, gear, and ways to have fun is never-ending, and the open-world format is a surprisingly welcome addition to this amazing co-op FPS. Borderlands 4 is a leap in the right direction, and I can only hope that this trend continues upwards for the rest of the franchise.
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| Outlet | Author | Score | Date | Quote | Read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerealkillerz | Steve Brieller | 8.7 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Gearbox has found an excellent balance between the typical Borderlands-style humor and a more serious narrative approach. Apart from that, Borderlands 4 doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it does improve on the now 16-year-old formula with more movement options and a largely open-world experience. Unfortunately, when it comes to performance, it still sticks to familiar shortcomings and has yet to fully tap into the potential of Unreal Engine 5. Nevertheless, we once again had a lot of fun looting and are still motivated to keep playing even after finishing our review. | Read review |
| CGMagazine | Justin Wood | 10 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Borderlands 4 was such a surprise. The gameplay, story, and mechanics all felt so in sync. It’s got its hooks in me like no Borderlands game has before. I can’t wait to dive in and keep playing. | Read review |
| COGconnected | Mark Steighner | 89 / 100 | 09-11-2025 | Quote not yet available | Read review |
| DualShockers | Jay Ku | 9 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | The sheer diversity of characters, gear, and ways to have fun is never-ending, and the open-world format is a surprisingly welcome addition to this amazing co-op FPS. Borderlands 4 is a leap in the right direction, and I can only hope that this trend continues upwards for the rest of the franchise. | Read review |
| Game Rant | Matt Karoglou | 4 / 5 stars | 09-11-2025 | Gearbox Software takes a ‘back to basics’ approach with Borderlands 4 that ends up being exactly what the series needed. | Read review |
| Gameblog | Unknown | 7 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | https://www.gameblog.fr/jeu-video/jeux/tests/test-borderlands-4-avis-shooter-looter-701867) | Read review |
| GamePro | Eleen Reinke | 85 / 100 | 09-11-2025 | Quote not yet available | Read review |
| Gamersky | 心灵奇兵 | 8.6 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | The Borderlands series has long refined the looter-shooter formula, and Borderlands 4 feels like it has finally reached its theoretical peak. From seamless maps and freer movement to expanded skill trees, every change serves the same purpose: letting players and their friends dive into the endless loop of shooting, looting, and powering up in more satisfying and varied ways. | Read review |
| GAMES.CH | Olaf Bleich | 85 / 100 | 09-11-2025 | Quote not yet available | Read review |
| GameSpot | Jordan Ramée | 7 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | To its detriment, Borderlands 4 feels like a direct response to Borderlands 3. | Read review |
| GamesRadar+ | Andrew Brown | 4 / 5 stars | 09-11-2025 | Every time Gearbox made me laugh or grin, I would catch myself wishing for more of that authenticity | Read review |
| Gaming Nexus | Sean Cahill | 8 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Borderlands 4 is an incredibly fun game with a couple of flaws. The world of Kairos is beautiful to play through and there’s no shortage of challenges to dive into. While the Unreal Engine still has some issues, the stuttering is corrected without a big hit. With over 30 billion combinations of weapons, no two guns are the same. Multiplayer makes this game a must play if you have friends that are interested in the series. Simply put, Borderlands 4 is fun, immersive, and worth picking up right away. | Read review |
| GamingBolt | Ravi Sinha | 8 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | While most of its appeal ties into your enjoyment of the usual looting and shooting, Borderlands 4 is a major step forward for Gearbox’s franchise in world design, mobility and build-crafting. | Read review |
| Hardcore Gamer | Cory Wells | 4 / 5 stars | 09-03-2025 | Bloober Team’s latest horror game transports players to a post-socialist utopian world, blending classic survival horror elements with unique sci-fi. | Read review |
| IGN Italy | Alessandro Alosi | 8 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Borderlands 4 isn’t content to simply replicate the formula of its predecessors, but attempts to expand it, enrich it, and make it more modern, dynamic, and playful, presenting itself to fans as the most ambitious and complete chapter in the saga. | Read review |
| IGN Spain | Mario Sánchez | 8 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Borderlands 4 sticks to the formula that made the series famous: frantic gunfights, dark humor, and a creative arsenal. Although it retains its classic gameplay and doesn’t innovate much, the skill progression and combat remain highly satisfying. | Read review |
| INVEN | Jaihoon Jeong | 8.7 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Borderlands 4 preserves the series’ most essential DNA while delivering meaningful innovation. Although its open-world structure is not yet fully refined and shows some rough edges, the game remains immensely enjoyable and unmistakably Borderlands | Read review |
| LevelUp | Unknown | 8 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Quote not yet available | Read review |
| MKAU Gaming | Yasmin Noble | 8.5 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Borderlands 4 is an amped-up version of the tried-and-true formula with hefty upgrades to the gameplay. With an action-packed story and a whole new planet packed with possibilities, Borderlands 4 is a wild and wicked time worth experiencing. | Read review |
| One More Game | Chris Garcia | Recommended | 09-11-2025 | Borderlands 4 is back in great form thanks to its exceptional customization, dynamic open world, and reinvented boss battles. Gearbox Software clearly listened to its community, addressing past critiques with a sprawling, interactive map, expansive skill trees, and guns that feel genuinely unique. | Read review |
| Shacknews | Sam Chandler | 9 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Quote not yet available | Read review |
| WellPlayed | Ash Wayling | 9 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Borderlands 4 realises the full potential the series has always had, delivering that unmistakable Borderlands experience but with a ton of modern sensibilities to establish itself not simply as a fun co-op shooter, but as the definitive example of what a fun co-op shooter should be. | Read review |
| XboxEra | Jesse Norris | 10 / 10 | 09-11-2025 | Borderlands 4 is a masterpiece | Read review |



