Borderlands 4 Reveals New Siren & Necromancer Powers in Latest Trailer
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– Borderlands 4 is set to release in September, introducing a new playable Siren named Vex with unique psychic abilities.
– Vex differs from previous Sirens by specializing in summoning minions, including a large alien cat familiar named Trouble.
– Her abilities include phase energy blasts, wings, orbs/turrets, and summoning copies of herself or a psychic reaper for combat.
– Gearbox released an animated short, *Purple Friday*, showcasing Vex’s backstory and humor in true Borderlands style.
– The game launches on September 12 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version coming in 2025.
The upcoming Borderlands 4 has unveiled exciting details about its newest playable character, Vex, a Siren with a dark twist, necromancer-style abilities that set her apart from previous heroes in the franchise. Gearbox Software’s latest trailer dives deep into her gameplay mechanics, revealing a fresh take on the series’ signature chaotic action.
Vex isn’t just another Siren, she’s a pet-class powerhouse who commands minions, blending supernatural prowess with tactical strategy. Her standout feature is Trouble, a massive alien cat familiar that wreaks havoc on enemies. Players can teleport Trouble across the battlefield, enhance its durability, or even trigger explosive attacks, making her skill tree a playground for creative combat styles.
Beyond her feline companion, Vex wields a suite of devastating abilities. She can unleash phase energy blasts, sprout spectral wings, deploy an orb turret, and fire projectiles, all seamlessly chained together. Her ultimate skills include summoning spectral clones for ranged assaults or manifesting a psychic reaper for close-quarters carnage. Early glimpses of her skill trees suggest deep customization, perfect for players eager to experiment before launch.
To flesh out her backstory, Gearbox dropped Purple Friday, a bloody, humor-packed animated short. The three-minute clip follows Vex as a retail worker who awakens her Siren powers during a chaotic shift. Packed with gags, gore, and even a sly dig at Borderlands 3, the short teases more lore drops for the game’s other vault hunters, seen briefly around a campfire.
Mark your calendars: Borderlands 4 hits PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on September 12, with a Nintendo Switch 2 release slated for 2025. With Vex’s necromantic flair and Gearbox’s trademark over-the-top action, the next chapter promises to be a wild ride.
(Source: GameSpot)
