Borderlands 4 Global Release Times Announced Gearbox confirms exact launch times across all platforms and time zones

Borderlands 4 is finally almost here, bringing chaotic co-op gameplay, outrageous enemies, and an insane arsenal of guns to the forefront. Players will take on the role of one of four new Vault Hunters, navigating a dangerous hidden planet while unleashing mayhem in true Borderlands style.

Fans of Borderlands 3 know the series for its over-the-top humor and wild weapon variety. Borderlands 4 promises to refine the experience, offering a slightly more "grounded" story while maintaining the action-packed gameplay that made the series a fan favorite.

🌍 Confirmed Global Release Times

Gearbox has officially confirmed Borderlands 4’s launch times across PC, consoles, and the Nintendo Switch 2. Release times vary by platform and timezone, so be sure to check your local time before the game unlocks.

Note: PC players will get early access starting September 11, 2025, while console players in PT zones can also play a day early. Unfortunately, there’s no way to unlock the game before the scheduled times.

🕹️ PS5 Release Times

Thursday, September 11, 2025:

PDT (Los Angeles): 9 PM

Friday, September 12, 2025:

NZST (Wellington): 12 AM
AEST (Sydney): 12 AM
JST (Tokyo): 12 AM
SGT (Singapore): 12 AM
BST (London): 12 AM
CEST (Paris): 12 AM
EDT (New York): 12 AM

🕹️ Xbox Series X and S Release Times

Thursday, September 11, 2025:

PDT (Los Angeles): 9 PM

Friday, September 12, 2025:

NZST (Wellington): 12 AM
AEST (Sydney): 12 AM
JST (Tokyo): 12 AM
SGT (Singapore): 12 AM
BST (London): 12 AM
CEST (Paris): 12 AM
EDT (New York): 12 AM

💻 PC Release Times (Steam & Epic Games Store)

Thursday, September 11, 2025:

PDT (Los Angeles): 9 AM
EDT (New York): 12 PM
BST (London): 5 PM
CEST (Paris): 6 PM

Friday, September 12, 2025:

NZST (Wellington): 4 AM
AEST (Sydney): 2 AM
JST (Tokyo): 1 AM
SGT (Singapore): 12 AM

🎮 Nintendo Switch 2 Release Times

Thursday, October 2, 2025:

PDT (Los Angeles): 9 PM

Friday, October 3, 2025:

NZST (Wellington): 12 AM
AEST (Sydney): 12 AM
JST (Tokyo): 12 AM
SGT (Singapore): 12 AM
BST (London): 12 AM
CEST (Paris): 12 AM
EDT (New York): 12 AM

⚡ Day 1 Patch Confirmed

Gearbox has also confirmed a Borderlands 4 Day 1 patch is incoming. Development chief Randy Pitchford addressed concerns from the PC community regarding pre-release performance, noting that the patch is essential for the best gameplay experience. This update promises to fix performance issues and optimize the game for launch day.

🏁 Final Thoughts

Borderlands 4 is shaping up to be another wild ride for Vault Hunters everywhere. With confirmed global release times across all platforms and a crucial Day 1 patch ready to go, players can jump into co-op chaos and over-the-top action as soon as the game goes live. Mark your calendars, double-check your timezone, and prepare for an unforgettable looter-shooter experience.