In a surprising twist, Borderlands 4 has officially been pushed up to a September 12, 2025 launch date. Though fans are eager to get their hands on the next game earlier than anticipated, many are wondering if the change has anything to do with Rockstar Games ' impending Grand Theft Auto 6. With calendars in the industry becoming tighter, the change has generated significant hype throughout the gaming world.
Borderlands 4 release date moved up to September 12
Once previously expected later this year, Borderlands 4 now releases on September 12. This aligns with rumors of a separate, dedicated State of Play broadcast featuring the title as a highlighted event. Gearbox and 2K are seemingly setting Borderlands 4 up as among the big fall titles, but this revised schedule has led some to theorize over an ulterior motive for doing so.
Most fans and industry watchers are looking to the elephant in the room: GTA 6. Scheduled for release in Fall 2025, Rockstar's much-awaited behemoth might arrive between October and December. The theory making waves is that 2K, which, like Rockstar, operates under Take-Two Interactive , might be strategically clearing calendar space to avoid overlap, or worse, competition, with the biggest video game release of the decade. By moving Borderlands 4 forward, 2K ensures it gets its moment before the marketing floodgates open for GTA 6.
Speculation grows as GTA 6 news remains elusive
The change in Borderlands 4's release schedule isn't the only thing generating rumors. Fans who were expecting GTA 6 news in May may now have to scale back their expectations. With Borderlands 4 receiving its own State of Play "soon," it's less and less likely Rockstar will release any significant GTA 6 updates in the same timeframe.
This fits with Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick's recent statements that focused on bringing marketing materials closer to the real release date. If Rockstar is actually keeping trailers or significant announcements under wraps, it would be in line with their traditional tendency to remain silent during promotion.
While enthusiasts rejoice at the earlier release of Borderlands 4, the timing leaves behind questions that extend beyond the game. With GTA 6 looming large over the industry's release calendar, publishers are undoubtedly being strategic. Whether the rumors prove correct or not, one thing's for sure, Fall 2025 is looking like a milestone time for gaming.
Also Read: Former Rockstar dev says no more GTA 6 trailers needed before release
Borderlands 4 release date moved up to September 12
Borderlands 4 has been pushed forward and is now releasing on September 12th.
— GameRoll (@GameRollGTA) April 29, 2025
Everyone’s thinking it so I’ll just say it… maybe GTA 6 has something to do with that decision?
Also, it has its own State of Play coming up “imminently” so I doubt we’re getting GTA 6 news in May… pic.twitter.com/Ol08SiYZOU
Once previously expected later this year, Borderlands 4 now releases on September 12. This aligns with rumors of a separate, dedicated State of Play broadcast featuring the title as a highlighted event. Gearbox and 2K are seemingly setting Borderlands 4 up as among the big fall titles, but this revised schedule has led some to theorize over an ulterior motive for doing so.
Most fans and industry watchers are looking to the elephant in the room: GTA 6. Scheduled for release in Fall 2025, Rockstar's much-awaited behemoth might arrive between October and December. The theory making waves is that 2K, which, like Rockstar, operates under Take-Two Interactive , might be strategically clearing calendar space to avoid overlap, or worse, competition, with the biggest video game release of the decade. By moving Borderlands 4 forward, 2K ensures it gets its moment before the marketing floodgates open for GTA 6.
Speculation grows as GTA 6 news remains elusive
The change in Borderlands 4's release schedule isn't the only thing generating rumors. Fans who were expecting GTA 6 news in May may now have to scale back their expectations. With Borderlands 4 receiving its own State of Play "soon," it's less and less likely Rockstar will release any significant GTA 6 updates in the same timeframe.
This fits with Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick's recent statements that focused on bringing marketing materials closer to the real release date. If Rockstar is actually keeping trailers or significant announcements under wraps, it would be in line with their traditional tendency to remain silent during promotion.
While enthusiasts rejoice at the earlier release of Borderlands 4, the timing leaves behind questions that extend beyond the game. With GTA 6 looming large over the industry's release calendar, publishers are undoubtedly being strategic. Whether the rumors prove correct or not, one thing's for sure, Fall 2025 is looking like a milestone time for gaming.
Also Read: Former Rockstar dev says no more GTA 6 trailers needed before release
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