Borderlands 4
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About Borderlands 4
Gearbox Software returns with Borderlands 4 on September 11, 2025. This shooter blends adventure and role-playing elements into a chaotic package available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and the Nintendo Switch 2. You play as a Vault Hunter hunting alien treasure while blasting enemies in a world that feels slightly more polished than its predecessors. The game supports single-player campaigns alongside robust co-op and multiplayer modes for those who prefer shooting with friends. It arrived just in time for holiday shopping seasons, though the price has already dipped significantly from its historical low.
Gameplay
Sessions involve running across desolate landscapes, looting chests until your inventory overflows, and swapping weapons to find specific fire rates or elemental effects. You spend most minutes grinding enemies for loot drops while managing character skill trees that define your build style. The controls feel snappy during firefights, though the game can get repetitive when chasing the same rare items repeatedly. Co-op sessions allow four players to tackle dungeons together, sharing experience points and splitting the burden of tougher bosses. Multiplayer lobbies fill up quickly, but single-player runs let you set your own pace without worrying about teammates who might steal your loot drops.
What Players Think
The PlayPile community rates this title solidly, with an average playtime hovering around 45 hours for those chasing completion. Critics and players alike praise the weapon variety, though some complain about the grind required to unlock every achievement. Only 23.4% of achievements have been unlocked on average across our user base. The rarest feat, "Painbow Connection," remains locked by just 1.20% of players who have put in serious time. Twitch streamers are currently playing it at rank #83, indicating steady interest rather than a viral spike. Most reviews highlight the fun factor of co-op sessions but note that the story can feel thin during long solo stints.
PlayPile's Take
Borderlands 4 is worth buying if you enjoy shooting games with heavy loot mechanics and want to play with friends on modern consoles or PC. The current price of $36.95 at Green Man Gaming makes it a better value than the historical low of $43.39. You should avoid this if you dislike repetitive grinding or care deeply about narrative depth over gameplay loops. The 75 achievements offer plenty to do, but expect many to remain unearned without hundreds of hours invested. Grab it now while the discount lasts if you want a solid shooter for your library.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
82.9
RAWG Rating
3.5
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