When Borderlands 4 launches on September 12, 2025, players will have more than one way to jump into the mayhem. Alongside the standard release, Gearbox and 2K are offering a Super Deluxe Edition loaded with extras, cosmetic packs, and even post-launch DLC. But with a higher price tag attached, the big question is: is it worth it?
Let’s break it down.
What You Get in the Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition
The Super Deluxe Edition isn’t just about shiny skins, it’s stacked with extra content designed to extend the game long after launch. Here’s everything included:
- Bounty Pack Bundle
- 4 unique areas with new missions and bosses
- 4 Vault Cards, each with challenges and rewards
- New gear, weapons, vehicles, and cosmetics
- Vault Hunter Pack
- 2 new playable Vault Hunters
- New story missions and side quests
- 2 additional map regions
- Even more weapons, gear, and cosmetics
- Ornate Order Pack (Super Deluxe bonus)
- 4 Vault Hunter skins
- 4 Vault Hunter heads
- 4 Vault Hunter body types
- Firehawk’s Fury (bonus content)
- 1 exclusive weapon skin
- Gilded Glory Pack (pre-order bonus)
- 1 weapon skin
- 1 Vault Hunter skin
- 1 Echo-4 drone skin
What’s Exclusive vs. Optional
One important thing to note: the pre-order bonus (Gilded Glory Pack) is only guaranteed if you buy before launch. Gearbox has confirmed some items may be sold separately later, but if you want them from day one, pre-ordering is the only option.
The Vault Hunter Pack and Bounty Pack Bundle are the real draw, they add entirely new content, characters, and regions. These are bundled into the Super Deluxe Edition at launch, but expect them to eventually be sold as standalone DLC.
How Much Content Are You Really Getting?
At nearly double the cost of the Standard Edition’s $70 price tag, the Super Deluxe Edition comes in at $129.99. That jump isn’t just about cosmetic extras—it’s tied to a full season of DLC, new Vault Hunters, story missions, and additional regions. Still, the sticker shock is real. For players who just want the base campaign, the Standard Edition offers the complete Borderlands 4 experience at a much more comfortable price. The Super Deluxe Edition is aimed squarely at hardcore fans who know they’ll be grinding through every expansion and endgame challenge Gearbox releases.
If you’ve played previous Borderlands DLC packs, you know Gearbox tends to go big. The fact that Borderlands 4’s Super Deluxe Edition includes two new Vault Hunters and four new areas suggests a significant amount of gameplay beyond the base campaign.
Considering past expansions like Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep or Bounty of Blood, it’s safe to expect dozens of hours of additional content over the course of the game’s first year.
Is It Worth the Price?
The Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition is worth it if you’re committed to the long game—new Vault Hunters, story content, and maps add serious value. Casual players who just want the main story can safely stick with the standard edition, but fans looking for the full package will find plenty to justify the upgrade.
Here’s the bottom line:
- Worth it if…
- You’re a longtime Borderlands fan who always dives into DLC.
- You want early access to cosmetics and pre-order exclusives.
- You plan on sinking hundreds of hours into endgame content.
- Might not be worth it if…
- You only want to play through the base campaign.
- You’re unsure about investing in long-term live-service style content.
The Super Deluxe Edition is essentially a season pass plus cosmetics bundled up front. If you already know you’ll be in for the long haul, it’s a better deal than buying expansions piecemeal later. But if you’re on the fence, the standard edition will still give you the full campaign experience.
Standard vs. Super Deluxe Edition Breakdown
| Feature | Standard Edition | Super Deluxe Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Base Game | ✅ | ✅ |
| Bounty Pack Bundle | ❌ | ✅ |
| Vault Hunter Pack (2 new characters) | ❌ | ✅ |
| Ornate Order Pack (skins) | ❌ | ✅ |
| Firehawk’s Fury weapon skin | ❌ | ✅ |
| Gilded Glory Pack (pre-order bonus) | ❌ | ✅ |
It reminds me of how Borderlands 2’s Tiny Tina DLC became a must-play. This feels like Gearbox aiming for that same magic. As someone who usually skips cosmetics, I was surprised by how much the Ornate Order Pack stood out. That’s the kind of small touch that makes the Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition feel less like fluff and more like a genuine part of the Borderlands experience.
Still undecided? Get a taste of what’s coming in our hands-on Borderlands 4 preview from the Idolator Sol fortress battle.
