Borderlands 4 sets TGS debut for its next playable Vault Hunter

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Gearbox is preparing to showcase the next playable character in Borderlands 4 at Tokyo Game Show 2025. The reveal focuses on the first of two new Vault Hunters planned as post-launch content. The presentation is scheduled for Saturday, September 27 during the Gearbox panel, with a start time of 7:30 PM PT / 9:30 PM CT / 10:30 PM ET. The character’s silhouette previously appeared in the game’s post-launch roadmap, with more concrete details promised for the TGS segment. The stream will be available on Tokyo Game Show’s channels, including YouTube.

What’s being shown

The TGS panel will introduce a new playable Vault Hunter tied to Story Pack 1: “Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned”. This is the first of two planned Vault Hunters being added to Borderlands 4 via paid Story Pack DLC. The silhouette teased earlier will be expanded on with fresh information during the show – expect character specifics to be detailed on the panel.

When and where to watch

The reveal happens during the official Gearbox segment at Tokyo Game Show 2025. The event will be streamed globally on TGS channels; the YouTube link provided in the official announcement is included below.

Broadcast times – Gearbox TGS 2025 panel

Here are the start times confirmed by the official announcement. Plan accordingly to catch the premiere live.

YouTube stream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClFyIegrk4g6CFqGYCwTViA

Read also our article: Borderlands 4’s first Story Pack brings C4SH and cosmic odds

DLC context

According to the official note, Story Packs are paid post-launch DLC for Borderlands 4. They are included with the game’s Vault Hunter Pack and Super Deluxe Edition, and will also be available for separate purchase (base game required). Exact release timings for each Story Pack are yet to be announced and may change.

What’s confirmed vs. what’s still unknown

• Confirmed: the first of two new Vault Hunters will be revealed at TGS 2025; the character is part of Story Pack 1 titled “Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned.”
• Confirmed: live panel start at 7:30 PM PT / 9:30 PM CT / 10:30 PM ET on Saturday, September 27.
• Unknown: the release date for Story Pack 1, gameplay specifics, abilities, and skill trees – these details are expected to be shared during or after the panel.

Final Takeaway – why it matters

This TGS segment sets the stage for Borderlands 4’s post-launch character lineup, confirming that two Vault Hunters are planned via Story Pack expansions. If you want an early look at how the roster will evolve – and what Story Pack 1 brings – the panel will deliver the first concrete details.