Borderlands 3 FAQ

Yes, Borderlands 3 was officially announced at PAX East 2019 (Check out the reveal trailer) and released on September 13, 2019. Before that, I did gather a lot of facts that Gearbox Software and 2K Games are working on the next game in the Borderlands franchise. Check out this “what we know so far” article which is filled with confirmations that the next Borderlands game is in development.

Borderlands 3 will be made by Gearbox Software and published by 2K Games. The original Borderlands and Borderlands 2 were also developed by Gearbox however Borderlands the Pre-Sequel was made by 2K Aus.

The release date for Borderlands 3 has been announced. Gearbox Software and 2K Games will release the next installment of the Borderlands franchise on September 13, 2019. The game will launch on Windows PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. The console versions will get a Physical and Digital release. The PC version will be an EPIC Games Store exclusive, after 6 months the game will also show up on other stores. So expect Borderlands 3 in April 2020.

Windows PC, Mac, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4 platforms have been confirmed for the Launch of the game. Xbox Series S|X, Playstations 5, and Switch versions have been released down the line.

A Nintendo Switch version of Borderlands was being talked about, but that discussion stopped for some reason. However, a tweet by 2K Games suggests that something might be coming after all. It’s unsure if there will be a Linux version of the game like with Borderlands 2. Randy Pitchford did (recently) mention that the LINUX version was depressing to develop.

The next Borderlands game will be running on aheavily modified Unreal Engine 4.

Randy Pitchford did show off a tech demo at GDC 2017 that clearly shows the Borderlands Universe. Just like previous games, Gearbox will add some modifications to the engine some of which can be seen in the Borderlands tech demo. Tim Sweeny from Epic Games was impressed with how Gearbox uses its engine.

Yes, you have a spaceship and will be traveling to new planets in the Borderlands Universe.

There have been several hints before the game’s release. For Example, during the Borderlands tech demo, Randy Pitchford mentioned that their tech would also work on different environments/planets. Not confirming that this would be the case in the next Borderlands but he does put it out there. On the other hand, the Borderlands Easter Eggs in Battleborn suggest that the vault hunters will travel to another planet. In the reveal trailer, we do see a great variety of landscapes.

No, while widely speculated the next Borderlands game will not be called Borderworlds.

Borderworlds is a collaboration app where users can share fanfiction.

Borderlands 3 doesn’t have a dedicated PvP mode. You will still be able to dual your co-op buddies for loot but don’t expect that to be a balanced experience.

There was a tweet where Randy Pitchford joked that the Borderlands Engine only allows up to 4 players on the same team. Randy confirmed that it was a joke on Twitter.

Yes and No. Fans speculated before Borderlands 3’s announcement if Gearbox Software would hop on the Battle Royale trend.  Randy Pitchford confirmed that those games can be fun, but it’s not the type of game that Gearbox Software is making with Borderlands 3. That said, DLC5 added a new mode called Arms Race to Borderlands 3 that has elements you commonly see in Battle Royale games.

There was a rumor that Microsoft acquired exclusive marketing rights. I have already seen Sony and Microsoft promote the trailer. Therefore, for now, we can debunk this rumor. On the other hand, exclusive marketing rights would only mean that the other company can’t market the game for their platform but you will still be able to purchase it for that platform.

Borderlands 3 will be an EPIC Games Store exclusive for 6 months on the Windows PC platform. Expect a Steam Release soon after.

At launch, there will be 4 playable vault hunters; Moze, FL4K, Zane, and Amara. You can find more info about them on the character profile pages.

The Vault Insider Program has been discontinued, however, you can still get loot by claiming Borderlands 3 SHiFT Codes.

Yes, Borderlands 3 will feature 2 player split-screen couch co-op or 4-player online co-op.

There will be campaign add-ons that will continue the stories, you can grab those with the season pass. Also, there will be some cosmetics that you can buy if you are into that. This includes heads, skins,  dance moves, echocast themes, etc.

In the past, Randy Pitchford has mentioned that he doesn’t like the predatory microtransactions. Randy is in favors of the model that Borderlands 2 introduced. During the gameplay reveal event, he insured fans that Borderlands 3 won’t have those awful loot box practices. So no addictive gambling micro-transactions , just the stuff they have done in the past.

2K Games mentioned that the XP booster that’s part of the deluxe editions of Borderlands 3 isn’t going to be a microtransaction item. It’s designed to be a small boost for the early game and won’t affect the end game. Since there is no PvP this item won’t create an unfair balance towards that.

If you beeline Borderlands 3 you can finish the main story campaign in around 30 hours. However, there is a lot to do in the game. There are side quests you can complete and once you finish the main story campaign you also unlock Guardian Rank.

The level cap of your Vault Hunters will be max LVL50 at launch, however, there have been several LVL Cap Increases post-launch.

Gaige is not going to be in the base game of Borderlands 3. There are a lot of characters in the Borderlands universe and it has to make sense for them to return. If they added characters for the sake of adding them, then no one really gets happy from that.

Gaige does make an appearance in DLC2; Guns, Love, and Tentacles.

Yes, in the options menu you can turn of the gore in Borderlands 3. You can choose between the options censored and uncensored.