Borderlands 4 release schedule revealed – here’s when you can play

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Borderlands 4 is approaching a region-based launch across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam and the Epic Games Store). The publisher has outlined exact unlock times by city and time zone, confirming a staggered rollout over September 11-12. Nintendo Switch 2 will not join the initial wave – its release has been officially delayed. Alongside timing details, the studio highlighted the four Vault Hunters – Vex, Rafa, Amon, and Harlowe – inviting players to explore their action skills and skill trees ahead of launch.

PlayStation 5 – regional unlock times

The PS5 version follows a midnight local rollout in multiple territories, with the US West Coast getting access on the evening prior. Below are the official timings by city and time zone.

• Wellington, New Zealand – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM NZST
• Sydney, Australia – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM AEST
• Tokyo, Japan – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM JST
• Singapore – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM SGT
• London, UK – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM BST
• New York, NY, USA – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM ET
• San Francisco, CA, USA – Sept 11 at 9:00 PM PT

Xbox Series X|S – synchronized with PS5

The Xbox Series X|S schedule mirrors the PS5 rollout, with midnight local unlocks across regions and an earlier evening start on the US West Coast. These are the official times.

• Wellington, New Zealand – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM NZST
• Sydney, Australia – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM AEST
• Tokyo, Japan – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM JST
• Singapore – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM SGT
• London, UK – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM BST
• New York, NY, USA – Sept 12 at 12:00 AM ET
• San Francisco, CA, USA – Sept 11 at 9:00 PM PT

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PC (Steam and Epic) – global rollout times

On PC, the unlock is coordinated globally rather than strictly by local midnight, resulting in earlier access on September 11 for Europe and the Americas. Check the exact city-based schedule below.

Global rollout – PC exact unlocks (Steam/Epic)

What to expect at launch

The official materials spotlight four playable Vault Hunters – Vex, Rafa, Amon, and Harlowe – each with distinct Action Skills and skill trees. The team also points players to recent reveals from PAX West 2025 covering endgame content and a post-launch roadmap. Specific gameplay systems were not detailed in this timing announcement, but the focus is on buildcrafting and late-game progression.

Nintendo Switch 2 status

The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4 has been delayed, according to the official update. Further information is provided by the publisher on the dedicated update page. No revised date or window is included in this timing notice.

Final Takeaway – Plan your drop

Console players unlock at local midnight in most regions, while PC users follow a coordinated global schedule. Mark the time that matches your city – and if you are on Switch 2, keep an eye on the official channels for the rescheduled release.