Running Borderlands 4 on PC will require an 8-core processor and a graphics card with at least 8 to 12 GB of video memory, according to the game's system requirements. However, given that less than half of Steam's user base uses an 8-core CPU, the steep requirements for Borderlands 4 will leave out some potential players unless they upgrade.
As the next entry in Gearbox's hit looter-shooter franchise, Borderlands 4 will take Vault Hunters to a new planet named Kairos, which is ruled by the tyrannical Timekeeper. Like its predecessors, Borderlands 4 supports both solo play and online co-op action, though the game is designed with up to four players in mind. Given Borderlands 4's emphasis on RPG elements compared to before, some quality-of-life changes to the game's Skill Tree system will allow players to max out points for a specific trait or perk for their Vault Hunters to utilize. While Borderlands 4 will launch on multiple platforms on September 12, the Switch 2 port will arrive at a later date.
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After weeks of controversy surrounding the comments of Gearbox's Randy Pitchford over Borderlands 4, the game's price is now public knowledge.
However, PC players looking to dive into Borderlands 4 must ensure their gaming rigs are up to the task. As reported by PC Guide, the minimum specs for Borderlands 4 require an 8-core CPU paired with a GPU that has at least 8GB of video memory. While older CPUs like the Intel Core i7-9700 and the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X fulfill this requirement, the recommended specifications are steeper to meet. The CPU requirement jumps to an Intel Core i7-12700 or an AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, while graphics cards like the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT that have at least 12GB of VRAM will be needed to run Gearbox's upcoming Unreal Engine 5 title. Given that approximately 50.42% of Steam users still have a CPU with six or fewer cores, this means just over half of Valve's user base can't run Borderlands 4 without making upgrades.
Borderlands 4 PC Spec Requirements (June 18, 2025)
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Minimum |
Recommended |
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OS |
Windows 10/11 |
Windows 10/11 |
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Processor |
Intel Core i7-9700 / AMD Ryzen 2700X |
Intel Core i7-12700 / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X |
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Memory |
16 GB RAM |
32 GB RAM |
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Graphics |
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT |
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 / AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT |
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Storage |
100 GB available space |
100 GB available space |
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Additional Notes |
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system. Requires 8 CPU Cores for processor. Requires 8 GB VRAM for graphics. SSD storage required. |
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system. Requires 8+ CPU Cores for processor. Requires 12+ GB VRAM for graphics. SSD storage required. |
The steep requirements to run Borderlands 4 on PC are due to the game's use of both Unreal Engine 5 and elements like ray tracing, both of which are graphically demanding on any system. Borderlands 4 also requires at least 32GB of RAM and 100GB of available storage space on an SSD. By comparison, Borderlands 3's recommended specs include an AMD Ryzen 5 2600 CPU and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 GPU.
With an emphasis on exploration and RPG elements, Borderlands 4 is different from its predecessors. It remains to be seen how optimized the PC version of Gearbox's upcoming title will be.
Borderlands 4
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 82 /100 Critics Rec: 88%
- Released
- September 12, 2025
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- Gearbox Software
- Publisher(s)
- 2K
WHERE TO PLAY
Borderlands 4 brings intense action, badass Vault Hunters, and billions of wild and deadly weapons to an all-new planet ruled by a ruthless tyrant.
Crash into Kairos as one of four new Vault Hunters seeking wealth and glory. Wield powerful Action Skills, customize your build with deep skill trees, and dominate enemies with dynamic movement abilities.
Break free from the oppressive Timekeeper, a ruthless dictator who dominates the masses from on high. Now a world-altering catastrophe threatens his perfect Order, unleashing Mayhem across the planet.
BE A BADASS
Become an unstoppable force of battle, blasting through enemies with an all-new arsenal of outrageous weaponry. Move across the Borderlands like never before—double jumping, gliding, dodging, grappling, and more—dealing death from every direction. Explode each encounter with devastating Action Skills that unleash your Vault Hunter's unique abilities. Craft your perfect build with branching skill trees and a deep, rewarding loot chase full of wild weapons and powerful gear.
FIGHT SOLO OR CO-OP
Wreaking havoc across Kairos is awesome alone and even better with friends in 4-player online co-op.* Borderlands 4 is designed for co-op from the ground up; whether you're hunting for loot, tackling missions, or wandering freely, level scaling and individual difficulty keeps the party together and having fun.
LESS BORDERS, MORE LANDS
Freely explore a vast and dangerous world rife with warring factions. Hop on your hover bike and ride through lush fields, towering peaks, and deadly deserts full of fearsome enemies, dynamic events, and engaging quests with unforgettable characters. Unite the people of Kairos and ignite a revolution, tackling this adventure however you see fit in a seamless Borderlands experience.
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 5
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op, Local Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- Full
- Prequel(s)
- Borderlands 3, Borderlands 2, Borderlands
- Franchise
- Borderlands
- Number of Players
- 1-4 players
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Verified
- PC Release Date
- September 12, 2025
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- September 12, 2025
- PS5 Release Date
- September 12, 2025
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
- Local Co-Op Support
- Console-only
- X|S Optimized
- Yes
