Get ready, gamers! The anticipation for Borderlands 4 is reaching a fever pitch, and it promises to deliver an abundance of content like its beloved predecessors. Known for immersive campaigns and a plethora of side quests, the Borderlands franchise offers at least 60+ hours of gameplay, plus even more with ongoing updates and expansions. So, why wait? Let’s dive into the exciting roadmap of Borderlands 4 and what you can look forward to in the coming months.
This roadmap reflects Gearbox’s commitment to delivering fresh content and engaging experiences for both new and veteran players alike. You’ll want to stay updated as we break down what you can expect!
Borderlands 4 Roadmap – Q4 2025
Exciting times lie ahead in Q4 2025, and here’s what you can expect:
- Free Content Release 1
- Horror of Kairos (Seasonal Mini-Event)
- New Cosmetics
- New Legendary Weapons
- Bounty Pack 1 (Included in Deluxe and Super Deluxe Editions)
- New Missions and Bosses
- New Legendary Gear
- Vault Card with:
- 24 Cosmetics
- 4 Pieces of Rerollable Gear
- 1 Vault Hunter Style
- 1 ECHO-4 Drone Skin
- 1 Vehicle
- Free Content Release 2
- Invincible Boss 1 (High-Level Boss Variant and Arena)
- New Legendary Weapons
- Additional UVHM Level
The initial months post-launch are packed with content. A Halloween-themed event kicks off with Horror of Kairos, introducing new cosmetics and legendary gear at no charge. Following that, players with Deluxe and Super Deluxe Editions will gain access to Bounty Pack 1 featuring even more missions and challenges. Expect the Bounty Pack to be available for separate purchase, allowing Standard Edition owners to enjoy the new content.
As 2025 wraps up, look forward to the launch of the first Invincible Boss in Kairos, enhancing the game’s endgame features, and this will be free for all players.
Borderlands 4 Roadmap – Q1 2026
The excitement doesn’t stop there. Here’s what’s coming in the first quarter of 2026:
- Bounty Pack 2
- New Missions and Boss
- New Legendary Gear
- Vault Card with:
- 24 Cosmetics
- 4 Pieces of Rerollable Gear
- 1 Player Skin
- 1 ECHO-4 Drone Skin
- 1 Vehicle
- Story Pack 1 (Story DLC)
- New Vault Hunter
- New Main Story Missions
- New Map Zone
- New Side Missions
- New Legendary Gear
- New Cosmetics
- 4 Vault Hunter Styles and Heads
- 4 Weapons Skins
- 2 Vehicle Skins
- 3 ECHO-4 Drone Skins and Attachments
- 1 ECHO-4 Frame
Q1 2026 leans heavily into premium content. Starting off with Bounty Pack 2, you can expect fresh missions, legendary gear, and challenges. The excitement culminates with the first story DLC, titled “Mad Ellie & The Vault of the Damned.” Although details are still under wraps, it promises to feature a more intense, darker storyline than previous entries.
This story expansion will introduce a new exploration zone, fresh bosses to conquer, and a trove of legendary loot. As usual, the DLC will be available separately, and you can always check out our guide on Borderlands 4 editions for the best options.
Borderlands 4 Roadmap – Beyond Q1 2026
- Bounty Packs 3 + 4
- Story Pack 2
- Invincible Bosses
- And More
While details for Q2 2026 and beyond are still coming together, you can expect more exciting updates post-launch of the first story DLC. Don’t forget, weekly challenges and missions will keep bringing you back for more, ensuring you have plenty of opportunities to farm and gear up.
And that sums up the Borderlands 4 content roadmap. Be sure to keep checking back for updates, and let us know in the comments if you’ve pre-ordered the game already. With all the thrilling content on the horizon, this is one adventure you won’t want to miss!