Gearbox Software has released a new character short for the upcoming looter shooter, Borderlands 4. Called “Yolt”, this video introduces Rafa the Exo-Soldier moments before he cuts ties with the morally bankrupt Tediore Corporation. It also displays a few of his abilities, including the Arc-knives--powerful energy-based swords deployed by Rafa’s exosuit.
Early on in the short, Rafa can be seen proudly wearing a new exoskeleton during a live Tediore Corp. showcase. Things take a turn for the worse when his commanding officer reveals the finer points of the suit--like how it can operate even if the wearer dies--as well as the company’s desire to cut expenses. The ensuing chaos is comically violent; Rafa goes from standing at attention to fighting to blasting enemies to bits in a manner of seconds.
What’s interesting about Rafa’s short is its inherently darker tone. While the events are still campy/in line with past Borderlands games, there is a seriousness to the themes being introduced. It’s possible that Borderlands 4 will not only have plenty of jokes for fans come September, but an engaging character-driven story as well.
Borderlands 4 launches on September 12 for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with the Nintendo Switch 2 version dropping October 3, 2025.
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Early on in the short, Rafa can be seen proudly wearing a new exoskeleton during a live Tediore Corp. showcase. Things take a turn for the worse when his commanding officer reveals the finer points of the suit--like how it can operate even if the wearer dies--as well as the company’s desire to cut expenses. The ensuing chaos is comically violent; Rafa goes from standing at attention to fighting to blasting enemies to bits in a manner of seconds.
What’s interesting about Rafa’s short is its inherently darker tone. While the events are still campy/in line with past Borderlands games, there is a seriousness to the themes being introduced. It’s possible that Borderlands 4 will not only have plenty of jokes for fans come September, but an engaging character-driven story as well.
Borderlands 4 launches on September 12 for the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with the Nintendo Switch 2 version dropping October 3, 2025.
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