Borderlands Mobile Suddenly Launches for Free: Everything You Need to Know

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By Alexandria LopezStaff Writer

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  • Primary Subject: Borderlands Mobile
  • Key Update: Zynga and NaturalMotion have quietly released a free-to-play mobile looter-shooter set in the Borderlands 3 era, currently exclusive to the US App Store.
  • Status: Confirmed (Soft Launch/Limited-Time Test)
  • Last Verified: April 10, 2026
  • Quick Answer: Borderlands Mobile is a free first-person looter-shooter soft-launched by Zynga on iOS. It is currently a US-only play test featuring co-op and campaign missions.

A new Borderlands game just dropped - and no one was expecting it.

When downloadable content was released for Borderlands 4 back in March, a new game from the franchise was the last thing on people's minds. However, Zynga has just silently launched Borderlands Mobile on the App Store for free.

Here's everything you need to know about the new Borderlands title.

Borderlands Mobile Releases on iOS

Borderlands Mobile launched on April 9 exclusively for iPhones on the App Store. Currently, the game is only available in the United States and is in a play-test state. The game will likely receive a worldwide launch at a later date.

A video game character selection screen shows a fierce, female character with blue hair, a yellow jacket, and tactical gear. The background reads "SUMMON," creating an adventurous tone. To the right, a skill description box details abilities, and buttons labeled "CREATE" and "CUSTOMISE" suggest customization options.
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Credit: Zynga Inc.

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Borderlands Mobile is a first-person co-op looter shooter. Together with your friends or other players, you'll hunt down legendary loot drops and strike fear in the hearts of your enemies. Fight skags, bandits, and bosses as you take on different campaign missions.

The mobile game is set entirely in the Borderlands 3 era and features a wide range of activities alongside daily rewards and more.

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Credit: Zynga Inc.

The game is free to play, but some features, like the battle pass, are trapped behind a paywall. However, since it's still in a play-test state, the pricing isn't live yet.

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Currently, there is no official launch date for other devices and regions. The playtest for Borderlands Mobile will end on Tuesday, April 28.

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