With just a few days left until the launch of Borderlands 3, it’s the perfect time for a recap of what awaits you on September 13th.
After much anticipation, Borderlands 3 is nearly here. In less than a week, Gearbox will open the servers for this wacky looter-shooter, allowing Vault Hunters to explore the numerous planets in the galaxy. This article provides a comprehensive overview of everything you need to know before diving into the adventure next Friday.
General Information
Borderlands 3 is an action RPG with a first-person shooter perspective, combining elements of hack and slash gameplay. The franchise is often credited with pioneering the looter-shooter genre, which has seen significant popularity in recent years with titles like Anthem, The Division, and Destiny. While this latest installment doesn’t aim to radically alter the gameplay formula, it does seek to refine existing mechanics while maintaining its signature quirky and gritty aesthetic. Borderlands 3 will be available on September 13th for PS4, Xbox One, and PC, with a temporary exclusivity on the Epic Games Store.
Game Availability and Support
Borderlands 3 requires a substantial 75GB of space on PC, marking it as a significant title in terms of size. The game will launch for everyone on September 13th, but thanks to a preloading option (which was initially not planned), players can start downloading the game 48 hours prior to the official launch. On launch day, vault hunters can jump into the action at midnight for console players and at 1 AM for PC users connected to the Epic Games Store. Post-launch, the developers will continue to support the game with free content updates and expansions. Below, you can find the initial details on the post-launch schedule:
Collector’s Edition
With such a highly anticipated release, Gearbox is not holding back. Borderlands 3 offers three special editions, priced between £79.99 and £249.99. The Deluxe Edition (£79.99) and the Super Deluxe Edition (£99.99) both include in-game cosmetic items, but only the Super Deluxe comes with a season pass. For die-hard fans who appreciate collectibles and beautifully crafted packaging, prepare to spend a bit more. Details of the collector’s edition can be found below:
VIP Rewards
You don’t need to own the game to start collecting loot! Like many service-oriented games, Borderlands 3 features a rewarding program for its most active community members. With this VIP Rewards system, it is already possible to unlock weapons that will undoubtedly ease your initial experiences in the Vault Hunter universe. You can find comprehensive information about this system outlined in the following article:
Twitch Echocast Extension
Curious to know what your favorite streamer is equipped with while viewing their stats and build? Gearbox makes this possible with the Twitch Echocast extension. This tool enhances the interaction between viewers and streamers, and it could greatly assist you in creating effective builds, as long as you’re following gamers who are engaged with the title. All the details are provided in the article below:
Our Guides for Borderlands 3
With such a major release, we’ll provide a series of guides designed to help you make the most of this highly anticipated title. Our index, which aggregates all our tips, already contains numerous articles detailing gameplay mechanics and hero classes. Once the game launches, this article will be regularly updated with new guides, ensuring that you have access to a complete solution for Borderlands 3. Here’s where you can find all our guides for the latest from Gearbox:
