Borderlands 4 pre-order guide: Standard, Deluxe, and Super Deluxe Editions explained

Gearbox and 2K have officially opened up pre-orders for Borderlands 4, the next big entry in the chaotic looter-shooter franchise. The game releases worldwide on September 12, 2025, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is also on the way, expected to arrive later in the year.

This time, there are three editions of the game to choose from: Standard, Deluxe, and Super Deluxe. Each one offers different content and bonuses, with some exclusive items and future DLC included in the pricier options. There’s also a pre-order bonus, no matter which version you get.

In India, prices will vary slightly by platform and retailer. However, the current pre-order pricing on the official Steam website suggests that Standard Edition will be for Rs. 4,999, Rs. 5,699 for Deluxe, and Rs. 7,499 for Super Deluxe. Let’s break it all down.

Borderlands 4 Standard Edition – $69.99 / Rs. 4,999

?If you just want to enjoy the game and don’t care about extra content, this version is enough. It includes the full game and a pre-order bonus.

What’s included:

• Full game (Borderlands 4 base version)
• Pre-order bonus Gilded Glory Pack:?One Vault Hunter Skin,?One Weapon Skin,?One ECHO-4 Drone Skin

This version doesn’t include any DLC or post-launch content. It’s best for new players or those who just want to experience the story.

Borderlands 4 Deluxe Edition – $99.99 / Rs. 5,699

The Deluxe Edition adds a lot more to the experience, especially for players who enjoy new missions, weapons, and challenges after the main story ends.

What’s included:

• Everything in the Standard Edition
• Bounty Pack Bundle, which features:
• 4 DLC packs releasing after launch
• Each DLC includes new missions, bosses, and areas
• ?4 Vault Cards with extra challenges and rewards
• Extra gear and weapons
• 4 new vehicles
• More Vault Hunter cosmetics
• Firehawk’s Fury Weapon Skin

These Vault Cards are great for players who like endgame content or want more reason to keep playing. The DLC packs will be released one by one after launch, though the exact timeline hasn’t been shared yet.

Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition – $129.99 / Rs. 7,499

?This is the biggest bundle of the three. It has all Deluxe content and adds even more story, characters, regions, and cosmetic items. It’s clearly made for hardcore Borderlands fans who want the full experience.

What’s included:

• Everything from Deluxe Edition
• Vault Hunter Pack, which gives:
• 2 extra story packs post-launch
• Each pack includes a new Vault Hunter with their own story
• New side missions and 2 new regions
• More weapons and gear
• Extra Vault Hunter cosmetics
• Ornate Order Pack (4 Vault Hunter Skins, 4 Vault Hunter Heads, 4 Vault Hunter Bodies)

These story packs should feel like full expansions, adding even more to the base game. Gearbox hasn’t revealed when they’ll release, but they’re expected sometime in 2026.

Borderlands 4 pre-order bonuses

No matter which edition you buy, pre-ordering gives you the Gilded Glory Pack, a bonus cosmetic set for your Vault Hunter and gear. This includes:

• Vault Hunter Skin
• Weapon Skin
• ECHO-4 Drone Skin

This pack will be free for early buyers but will be sold separately after launch.

Borderlands 4 platforms and where to buy

You can pre-order Borderlands 4 right now from:

• PlayStation Store (PS5)
• Xbox Store (Xbox Series X|S)
• Steam or Epic Games Store (PC)

All digital versions will also be available on GeForce NOW if you prefer cloud gaming.

What to expect in Borderlands 4??

The makers have promised a lot of free and paid updates after launch. They haven’t said exactly what or when, but we should hear more during the Borderlands Fan Fest event on June 21, where they’ll likely show new gameplay, trailers, and DLC plans.

Here’s what we know so far:

• Borderlands 4 takes place on Kairos, the biggest Borderlands map ever.
• The game has four brand new Vault Hunters with unique abilities.
• It features new traversal mechanics to explore different zones.
• The main villain is the Timekeeper, leading a powerful group called the Order.

Should you pre-order Borderlands 4??

?If you're a casual player who just wants to enjoy the campaign, go for the Standard Edition.?If you love side quests, unique weapons, and plan to keep playing post-launch, the Deluxe Edition offers better value.?If you’re a long-time fan or want to experience everything Borderlands 4 has to offer, Super Deluxe is the way to go.