How Many Hours Will Borderlands 4‘s Campaign and Content Last?

ByJames Dorn Last Update on

As an avid Borderlands fan and gaming content creator, I get asked one question constantly: how long will Borderlands 4 be? While Gearbox hasn‘t released any details yet, looking at the scope of previous games provides clues on what to expect. Read on for a comprehensive analysis of Borderlands game lengths and my insights on BL4!

Average Borderlands Game Lengths

Let‘s start by looking at average playtimes for completing the main campaigns and optional content in past Borderlands games, according to gamer-tracked data on HowLongToBeat:

GameMain Story AvgCompletionist Avg
Borderlands 116hrs37hrs
Borderlands 232hrs69hrs
Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel17hrs34hrs
Borderlands 335hrs90hrs

The main story length increases by around 5-15 hours with each numbered sequel. Full completionist times jump 15-20 hours with greatly expanded side content.

What Influences Borderlands Game Length?

Of course, playstyle matters hugely. Here are some of the key factors that affect your personal playtime:

  • Playing Style – Rushing just the critical path takes 25-40% less time than full completionist clears.

  • Difficulty Level – Higher difficulties add time via tougher enemies and level caps requiring more side quests.

  • Number of Playthroughs – Replaying with alternate characters or in True Vault Hunter Mode can double or triple time.

  • Endgame Content – Post-game chaos levels, raid bosses, and DLC story expansions adds dozens of hours.

  • Roleplaying vs Min-Maxing – Slowly soaking in the world vs optimizing every stat differs wildly.

Estimating Borderlands 4 Length

So how long will Borderlands 4 be? Extrapolating from past data, I expect the main campaign to clock in around 40 hours, with 100+ hours for full completion.

Borderlands Game Lengths Chart

However, BL4 could blow past these estimates with next-gen graphics, expanded skill trees, and an overhauled engine. A more robust endgame with seasonal events, leagues, and loads of DLC could also add endless replayability. We‘ll have to wait and see!

Tips to Maximize Your Playtime

As a Borderlands expert with thousands of hours across the series, here are my pro tips for getting the most playtime out of any Borderlands game:

  • Take it slow, explore thoroughly off the main path

  • Complete all side missions as they unlock

  • Toggle on all optional objectives

  • Go back and finish any skipped challenges

  • Crank up the difficulty once you finish the campaign

  • Create multiple characters with different builds

  • Save DLC playthroughs for endgame content

  • Farm for rare gear, cosmetics and achievements

See you back on Pandora for BL4! As one Vault Hunter to another, may your loot be legendary and your playtime long.

James K. Dorn, a passionate gamer deeply immersed in the world of video gaming. My journey in gaming is not just about playing; it's about exploring every facet of the games I love. I am particularly fascinated by the intricate worlds of role-playing games like "The Witcher" series and "Elder Scrolls: Skyrim," where every decision shapes the story.

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