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November 23, 2025

Borderlands 4’s new, free DLC hasn’t moved the needle at all, and I think I know why

Gearbox released a free DLC for Borderlands 4 titled 'How Rush Saved Mercenary Day,' which includes a new boss fight, legendary loot, cosmetics, and story missions. The game's peak concurrent users on Steam this week was 15,887, unchanged from the previous week and down from earlier this month. Despite improvements over its predecessor, player engagement has declined, with many players feeling a lack of motivation to return. The DLC is perceived as a lighter addition, and Gearbox's promotion of it has been insufficient. Players who purchased the deluxe edition will receive an additional bounty pack. Performance issues on lower-end PCs further deter players. Upcoming content, including a full Story Pack DLC featuring Mad Ellie and a new Vault Hunter, C4SH, is anticipated to boost interest.

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October 11, 2025

The bold and futile attempt to fix the disastrous Aliens: Colonial Marines

Aliens: Colonial Marines is a PC game known for its numerous bugs and unfinished mechanics, attributed to Gearbox Software's resource diversion to Borderlands 2. The modding group TemplarGFX is working on a project called Aliens: Colonial Marines Overhaul (ACMO) to improve the game. ACMO focuses on mechanical changes, including rebalancing difficulty levels, reworking the weapon system, and overhauling alien AI. Initial improvements include better weapon positioning and enhanced flashlight effectiveness. However, pacing issues and awkward character navigation remain. Combat enhancements include improved visual feedback and effects, but AI behavior is still erratic, leading to unsatisfying encounters. Despite these efforts, many glitches persist, and the fundamental flaws of the original game continue to affect the experience.

AppWizard

October 11, 2025

Gearbox dates Borderlands 4 Halloween event and its first DLC, and Christmas is coming early to Kairos

Gearbox has announced a roadmap for Borderlands 4, including free and paid DLC releases throughout 2024 and into 2025. A Halloween event, 'Horrors of Kairos', will run from October 23 to November 6, featuring transformed world bosses and new legendary items. The Bounty Pack 1, titled 'How Rush Saved Mercenary Day', will launch on November 20, introducing a narrative mission, a Vault Card, and various rewards. In December, a free update will introduce the first Invincible boss, the Bloomreaper, along with an additional tier in Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode. Gearbox has expressed gratitude to players and mentioned upcoming nerfs for certain game interactions. Resources for optimizing character builds are available for players.

AppWizard

October 5, 2025

Borderlands 4 is a prize worthy of a loot Piñata at its cheapest price yet

Borderlands 4 is currently priced at .99 / £41.99 at Loaded, marking its lowest price since its launch in early September. The game features a refined gameplay experience with a more compelling narrative than previous installments, centered around the Timekeeper's oppressive rule over Kairos. Players can select from a diverse roster of characters, each with unique abilities, and enjoy creative weapon designs. The game emphasizes exhilarating combat and loot collection. Additionally, players are encouraged to join the PCGamesN Discord server to engage with the community.

AppWizard

October 4, 2025

Borderlands 4’s new buff bonanza proves Gearbox isn’t scared, and I couldn’t be happier

The recent balancing patch for Borderlands 4 has introduced significant character enhancements aimed at improving build diversity. Amon received over 60 buffs, making his Onslaught build hit 78% harder and increasing the Molten Slam damage by 50%. Vex's summons and Rafa's melee capabilities were also strengthened, while Harlowe's Zero-Point stasis bubble now deals 30% more slam damage and 14.7% increased immune damage. The update is designed to create a more balanced playing field and is expected to evolve with future content, including the introduction of the fifth Vault Hunter, C4SH. The patch notes are available for players seeking detailed information on the changes.

AppWizard

September 17, 2025

Borderlands 4 shed its iconic UI and all it got was this stupid live service-y inventory that doesn’t let me filter my crap properly

In Borderlands 4, players face significant challenges with the inventory management system, which is chaotic and inefficient. Items are sorted by manufacturer, lacking options for sorting by recent pickups, item value, or level. Customizing sorting preferences can reset the organization, causing frustration. The interface mixes equipped and unequipped items, requiring players to check for a small indicator to identify equipped gear. Compared to Borderlands 2, the inventory management in Borderlands 4 is less cohesive and more cumbersome, impacting overall enjoyment. Additional grievances include a complicated item drop process, obscured currency visibility, small weapon cards, and ineffective item filtering. These issues detract from the core looter shooter experience, hindering players' ability to quickly engage in combat.

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September 11, 2025

Borderlands 4 is here and the early signs are good, but Randy Pitchford is still “freaking out”

Borderlands 4 has officially launched, receiving promising early reviews with a Metacritic score of 84 and an Opencritic score of 85. The game features four playable characters: Vex, Rafa, Harlowe, and Amon, and promises additional classes and the return of Pearlescent weapon rarity. Concerns have been raised about the game's shift towards a more serious tone and potential performance issues, particularly frame rate drops on PC. Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford expressed excitement about the launch, noting a positive atmosphere within the team.

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July 19, 2025

Weekend PC Download Deals for July 18: The Epic Games Store Summer Sale

The Steam Summer Sale has ended, allowing the Epic Games Store to launch its offers, featuring exclusives like Alan Wake 2 and Blades of Fire. Other highlighted titles include Assassin's Creed Shadows, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Skin Deep, and To a T, which is on discount. The Steam Automation Fest is ongoing, and the Ubisoft Summer Sale has concluded. Black Ops 6 is now available on Battle.net. The Epic Games Store is offering Sid Meier's Civilization 6 Platinum Edition for free until July 24. Humble Choice subscribers can receive several games for .99 this July, including Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader and Cat Quest 3. Various game bundles are available for purchase, activating on Steam.

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July 12, 2025

Weekend PC Game Deals: Final Fantasy for cheap, bundled Borderlands, and free strategy games

Slitherine is offering three free titles on Steam for its 25th anniversary until July 17: Battlestar Galactica Deadlock, Fantasy General II, and Field of Glory II: Medieval. The Borderlands X Wonderlands package is available in three tiers, with the first tier including Borderlands 3, Borderlands 2, Borderlands 2 VR, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, and Borderlands Game of the Year Enhanced. The second tier adds Tales from the Borderlands and its sequel, while the third tier includes Tiny Tina's Wonderland: Chaotic Great Edition. The Humblecraft RTS Rush bundle features 11 tactical games such as Men of War: Assault Squad 2 and Stronghold Definitive Edition. The Epic Games Store is offering Figment 2: Creed Valley and Sky Racket for free until July 17, when Civilization VI Platinum Edition will also be available for free. The Steam Summer Sale has ended, and the GOG store has new weekend offers following its summer sale.

AppWizard

July 8, 2025

Borderlands 4 certainly looks like it’s taking its story more seriously: ‘We wanted to go back to this sense of dread about the villain of our game’

Borderlands 4 is set to release with a promise of improved storytelling, moving away from the "toilet humor" and meme culture of previous titles. Episode two of Beyond the Borderlands has generated optimism about the game's narrative potential, suggesting a more refined approach to storytelling. While the series has faced criticism for execution, it has maintained engaging gameplay. If Borderlands 4 successfully integrates a compelling story, it could enhance the overall experience for both new and returning players.