Borderlands 4 has just shared the details of its post-launch content. This announcement happened during a panel at PAX Australia. The developers outlined a roadmap featuring DLC and updates. It is part of the game’s series of patches after its reportedly rough September launch. The new offerings aim to keep players engaged. In particular, this upcoming content includes new missions, seasonal events, and bosses.
Bounty Pack 1: How Rush Saved Mercenary Day
Based on the official announcement, How Rush Saved Mercenary Day is a paid expansion. Also, it is the first of four bite-sized story packs. This content has narrative missions, new gear, and more cosmetic items. Likewise, Bounty Pack 1 features several loot. The rewards are as follows:
- 2 ECHO-4 Attachments
- 4 ECHO-4 Drone Skins
- 4 rerollable weapons
- 4 Vault Hunter Heads
- 4 Vault Hunter Skins
- 5 Vehicle Skins
- 5 Weapon Skins
At the same time, this DLC features a Vault Card. When in use, it boosts loot drops and XP rewards through daily and weekly challenges.
Seasonal Mini-Event: Horrors of Kairos
According to publisher 2K Games, Borderlands 4 will feature a seasonal mini-event. This limited-time celebration brings blood rain weather during boss fights. In the same way, it adds two new legendary loot:
- Murmur (Tediore Assault Rifle)
- Skully (Order Grenade)
Similarly, SHiFT Codes will be available to get festive items, such as a pumpkin head and a weapon skin.
Free Endgame Updates
All players also receive a free update, said 2K Games. In detail, they will get Bloomreaper the Invincible. It is the first of the endgame Invincible Bosses. Likewise, fans can expect to experience a new Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode level. This addition increases the difficulty of the game.
Post-Launch Content Availability
All of the mentioned Borderlands 4 post-launch content is scheduled for release in 2025. Specifically, Bounty Pack 1 launches on November 20. The mini-event runs from October 23 until November 6. Meanwhile, free endgame updates will arrive sometime in December.
Looking Ahead
Aside from the upcoming content that will close out the year for the game, there are so much more in store for fans. The announcement said that more fresh content will be coming in 2026. Likewise, 2K Games stated that weekly update notes remain steady to improve the game.
“Our journey alongside all you badass Vault Hunters is just getting started, and we’ve got tons of awesome paid and free content coming your way, along with more performance improvements on all platforms,” explained 2K Games.
With all of these, players can look forward to more exciting gaming experiences in Borderlands 4.
