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Borderlands 4 takes everything fans love about the series and cranks it up with a new world, new characters, and a menacing villain called The Timekeeper. The game still sticks to its roots as a looter-shooter filled with humour, chaos, and more guns than you could ever imagine. But unlike many modern shooters that lean into live-service models, Borderlands 4 keeps things simple with a traditional single-player and co-op setup. That means it has a beginning, a middle, and an end, so the big question is, how long does it take to beat?
How long to beat Borderlands 4
If you’re only here for the story and plan to rush through the main missions, you can expect to finish Borderlands 4 in around 25 to 30 hours. That’s if you ignore side quests, skip exploring, and focus entirely on the critical path. But let’s be real, that’s not how most people play Borderlands.
A more natural run, where you dip into side quests, chase down some of the random world events, and let yourself get distracted by shiny loot, will stretch your playtime to about 40 to 50 hours. This is where Borderlands 4 really shines, as the game world constantly tempts you with things to do just off the beaten path.
For the hardcore crowd, though, finishing the story is only the beginning. Maxing out your character, farming legendaries, tackling high-difficulty bosses, and diving into the endgame content can easily push your playtime beyond 100 hours. And if you’re the kind of player who wants to experience all four characters, experiment with different builds, and collect every weapon worth showing off, you might be playing Borderlands 4 for months.
No matter how you approach it, Borderlands 4 is packed with content. Whether you want a tight story run or a long-term grind fest, there’s plenty to sink your teeth into, making it more than worth the time for any Vault Hunter.