Borderlands 4 preload details (Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox)

With Borderlands 4 almost here, the preload size and process is now known for platforms. Gearbox's upcoming looter-shooter is about the size everyone expected for a UE5 game on PC, but surprisingly much smaller than expected on consoles. As originally datamined by @PlayStationSize on X, these details have now been confirmed on the respective storefronts.

Note: Steam preload is reportedly not available yet, as of September 10 4 pm UTC (24 hours away from launch).

Here's everything about the preload details and file size of Gearbox Software's hotly anticipated RPG/FPS hybrid. Read on for full details.

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Borderlands 4 file sizes on all platforms (preload)

Preload the game ahead of its launch in a couple of days (Image via 2K)

The preload for Borderlands 4 has gone online from September 10, 4 pm UTC across all platforms, namely, PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Here's the file sizes:

• Xbox Series X|S: 29.5 GB
• PS5: 28.168 GB
• PC: 65 GB

The download sizes are surprisingly small on consoles, coming in at less than 30 GB. The PC build is twice as big at 65 GB. Note that this is just the preload download size of the game, which will expand upon installation on the storage drive. The preload files are running on Game Version 01.002.001, and Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford has already confirmed a big day-one patch that "does a lot".

As an example, the Borderlands 4 PC system requirements show the complete size after installation to be 100 GB. With this preload, fans can skip the download time at launch, allowing them to dive right into the brand-new adventures on the planet of Kairos. While you can preload immediately at the time of writing, the game itself unlocks at 4 pm UTC on September 11, exactly 48 hours since the preloads have been made available.

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How to preload Borderlands 4?

You'll need to own the game before you can preload it (Image via 2K)

Before we proceed on the specifics, note that pre-downloading Borderlands 4 allows you the pre-purchase the game on the desired platform. You can check out the Editions here, but the base game purchase will do just fine.

Preloading Borderlands 4 on Xbox

• Find Borderlands 4 from the Xbox Windows App (make sure you're logged in on the proper account) or the Xbox store
• Select the edition and click Pre-Order
• Select Preload from the drop-down menu

Preloading Borderlands 4 on Steam

• Those who pre-purchased Borderlands 4 from Steam Store Page report that preload for PC is not available yet.

Preloading Borderlands 4 on PlayStation

• Find Borderlands 4 on the PlayStation storefront, and Pre-Order it
• Go to your PS5 Library after you've purchased it, and then click Download.

Borderlands 4 is also on its way to Nintendo Switch 2, arriving on the hybrid console next month, on October 3, 2025. Stay tuned for details on the portable version, which should arrive close to launch.

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