Gearbox Delivers Major Borderlands 4 Update and Roadmap, Future Still Uncertain

Taylor Keatsman

Published: January 31, 2026 5:53 PM ET

Gearbox Delivers Major Borderlands 4 Update and Roadmap, Future Still Uncertain

Gearbox recently released a substantial update for Borderlands 4, along with a revised roadmap for 2026. Players will see improvements in loot drops and a long-awaited enhancement for the action skill of Harlowe, a character in the game. The update also introduces a photo mode, although some players have expressed concerns about its limited options.

Major Features of the Update

Enhanced Loot Drops: Dedicated loot drops are increased in relation to the Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode (UVHM) tiers, encouraging players to tackle more challenging content.
Harlowe’s Zero-Point Ult Upgrade: The Inertia augment has been integrated into Harlowe’s base skill, improving her slam damage and status effect capabilities.
Photo Mode: A new feature that allows players to capture in-game moments, despite having limited customization options.
Mouse Smoothing Option: Players can now disable mouse smoothing for a more tailored gaming experience.
Balance Tweaks and Bug Fixes: The update addresses various game balances and bugs, improving overall gameplay.

Upcoming Content in 2026

Gearbox has outlined its plans for future content in Borderlands 4. The key highlights from the updated roadmap include:

Pearlescent Gear Update

Scheduled for the first quarter of 2026, this update aims to introduce ultra-rare Pearlescent gear, enhancing player customization and gameplay opportunities.

Bounty Packs

The second Bounty Pack will release in the first quarter, anticipated to be more substantial than the previous Mercenary Day drop.
Players can expect three more Bounty Packs leading up to the next story DLC.

Upcoming Story DLC

The first significant story expansion, titled Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned, is set to release in the first quarter of 2026. Players are particularly eager for this DLC, as Gearbox has a history of delivering engaging narrative content.

Concerns for the Future

Despite these updates, there are notable concerns regarding the game’s future. Players express apprehension about whether Borderlands 4 will continue to receive the attention it requires. Gearbox emphasizes its commitment to enhancing performance and stability but leaves many details about future content vague.

Players hope that the game doesn’t stagnate and remains engaged with updates and content that sustain its community’s interest. The combination of potential new features and ongoing improvements suggests that Borderlands 4 has the opportunity to evolve into a greater title, as long as the development team maintains momentum.

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