Summary
It’s been confirmed that whenBorderlands 4launches in 2025, it will include split-screen co-op. Split-screen co-op has been a staple of theBorderlandsfranchise since the original game launched in 2009, but there was never any guarantee that the fan-favorite feature would return inBorderlands 4.
Many franchises have abandoned split-screen and couch co-op features in recent years. The most notorious example is likelyHalo Infinite, which launched without any co-op at all for its campaign,let alone split-screen co-op, a first for the series. With other FPS games abandoning split-screen co-op, it’s understandable that some fans have been concerned thatBorderlands 4would follow the same path.
Luckily, Gearbox has confirmed thatBorderlands 4will support split-screen co-op.Borderlands 4split-screen co-op will allow two players to play through the entire game as one of thefour playable Vault Huntersthat were shown off in the latest trailer but still have yet to be fully detailed. Up to four players will be able to enjoyBorderlands 4online as well. AssumingBorderlands 4is as high quality as previous games in the series, chances are good that it will turn out to be one of the best new co-op games released in all of 2025.
Borderlands 4 Co-Op Details
Of course, the jury is still out on exactly how wellBorderlands 4split-screen will work in practice.I ran into all kinds of technical issues when playingBorderlands 3split-screen, and I’m afraid that the same might hold true forBorderlands 4. Of course, we have no idea howBorderlands 4split-screen runs and won’t know until the game actually launches, so fans should keep that in mind. In any case, I’d still take a somewhat broken split-screen mode to no split-screen at all, so I’m grateful that the feature is inBorderlands 4regardless of how it ultimately turns out.
In the meantime, thelatestBorderlands 4trailerrevealed some exciting new details about the project. While fan reaction to the Vault Hunter designs has been mixed, many have expressed their approval of the game’s new features, like the grappling hook, and how vehicles can be more easily summoned while exploring the game world. It’s also been confirmed thatBorderlands 4will have minimal loading screens compared to other games in the series, which should make for a big improvement.
Borderlands 4has also revealed its villain, a new foe known as The Timekeeper. More details on The Timekeeper will have to wait until a later date, but it will be interesting to see how he stacks up to otherBorderlandsseries villains.
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.Ignite a resistance and blast your way through mechanical monstrosities, bloodthirsty bandits, and vicious beasts. Amass an arsenal of death-dealing firepower to wreak havoc as you tear your way across Kairos.Fight solo or in co-op with up to three other players in this immense sci-fi adventure, packed with free-form combat and exploration, pulse-pounding boss fights, infinitely varied loot drops, and an eclectic cast of unforgettable characters new and old.
