During the latest PlayStation State of Play presentation, Gearbox Software revealed a 20-minute gameplay video of Borderlands 4, recorded on the upcoming PlayStation 5 Pro. The footage offers an in-depth look at the game’s core mechanics, introducing players to a brand-new cast of Vault Hunters, previously unseen weapons, and the chaotic alien world of Kairos, where the story unfolds.

Each Vault Hunter comes equipped with unique passive abilities , as well as three distinct active skills , offering greater flexibility and variety in player builds and playstyles. The game also introduces new movement mechanics , such as gliding through the air , wall climbing , and using the Digirunner , a next-gen traversal vehicle designed to keep the action fast-paced and fluid.

These additions aim to create a more dynamic and immersive combat experience while staying true to the signature looter-shooter chaos that fans know and love.

In related news, Gearbox announced that Borderlands 4 will launch earlier than expected — now set for September 12, 2025 , nine days ahead of its original release window . Studio head Randy Pitchford clarified that the decision was made due to the team's strong confidence in the project’s current state and readiness, rather than being influenced by competing titles like Grand Theft Auto VI.

The game will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with full cross-platform support , allowing players to team up regardless of their chosen hardware.

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