Update: Borderlands 3 is out now, and the Diamond Loot Chest Collector's Edition, which has long been sold out at GameStop, is finally back in stock with the PS4 version if you still haven't secured your copy. In addition, GameStop is offering a Borderlands 3 collector's edition pin set that's currently on sale for $20. The pin set features characters from the game, including the new Vault Hunters and the Calypso Twins.

See Diamond Loot Chest edition (PS4) at GameStop

See Borderlands 3 collector's pin set at GameStop

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Following an April Fools Day release date leak, Gearbox Software confirmed that Borderlands 3's official release date will be September 13. The loot-shooter will be available on PS4, Xbox One, and PC--the PC version will initially be an Epic exclusive. The game will eventually be available on other digital storefronts, but this won't be until April 2020. Borderlands 3 is also coming to Google Stadia when that launches.

Borderlands 3 introduces a host of new characters, including four new Vault Hunters: Moze the Gunner, Amara the Siren, FL4K the Beastmaster, and Zane the Operative, as well as the villainous Calypso Twins. Check out our feature detailing everything you need to know about the four playable characters and their distinct abilities; plus, get caught up on all the latest news about the game.

The game earned an 8/10 in GameSpot's Borderlands 3 review for its unique enemies and environments, variety of weapon builds and playstyles, and satisfying story conclusion. "Borderlands 3 has a few stumbling blocks when it comes to bosses, but these fights are overshadowed by the game's rewarding gunplay and over-the-top humor," wrote Jordan Ramée. "The game's character-driven narrative acts as a satisfying finale for the loot-shooter franchise, and the new mechanics and features--especially the reworked skill trees and weapon manufacturer effects--give you plenty of agency in how you want to play through it. If you've never been a fan of the franchise, it's unlikely Borderlands 3 does enough things differently to change your mind, as the game best excels at continuing what the series has always done: deliver a humorous tall tale of misfits looting and shooting their way to heroism."

When Borderlands 3 launches, there will be multiple versions of the game available to purchase on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. In total, there will be four editions of Borderlands 3: Standard, Deluxe, Super Deluxe, and Diamond Loot Chest Collector's Edition. Each one has unique bonuses and extras available for those that are willing to drop the extra cash on them. Whether you're a Borderlands veteran or thinking about checking the series out for the first time, here's what you need to know about each version of Borderlands 3 so you can make an informed purchase.

Borderlands 3 pre-order bonuses

If you pre-order Borderlands 3, you'll be given a weapon trinket and gold weapon skins for all guns in the game. The PlayStation Store is also giving away a free Borderlands 3 PS4 theme if you pre-order the game there. UK players also have access to another perk: if you pre-order at Game, you'll also receive a free Psycho Mask (which is a physical item), while supplies last.

Amazon is offering $10 reward credit for Prime members who pre-order Borderlands 3. Best Buy is also offering $10 reward credit with pre-orders, but you'll need a free My Best Buy membership.

On PC, Borderlands 3 comes with the Fortnite Psycho Bundle Pack, free of charge, until Dec 31, 2020. The bundle includes a Psycho Bandit outfit, Claptrap pet, and Psycho Buzz Axes. This applies to any version of Borderlands 3 available on the Epic Games Store.

Borderlands 3 standard edition

The standard version is, as the name implies, just a vanilla version of the game (plus any pre-order bonuses) and costs $60 / £55.

What's included:

Base game + any pre-order bonuses

Where to pre-order:

PS4

Xbox One

PC

Borderlands 3 Deluxe edition

The Deluxe version is $80 / £75 and has additional cosmetics packs, a weapon pack, experience and loot drop mods.

What's included:

Base game + any pre-order bonuses

Retro Cosmetic Pack: Vault Hunter head and skin, Echo Device skin, weapon skin

Neon Cosmetic Pack: Vault Hunter head and skin, Echo Device skin, weapon trinket

Gearbox Cosmetic Pack: weapon skin, weapon trinket

Toy Box Weapon Pack: 2 Toy guns, Toy grenade mod, weapon trinket

XP and Loot Drop Boost Mods

Where to pre-order:

PS4

Xbox One

PC

Borderlands 3 Super Deluxe edition

The Super Deluxe Edition includes everything that's part of the Deluxe Edition, plus the Borderlands 3 season pass. It will be available initially for $100, but the price will increase to $120 from September 17. In the UK, the Super Deluxe Edition will be exclusive to Game, and the price will increase from £90 to £105 for console and £100 for PC starting September 17.

What's included:

Deluxe edition of the game + any pre-order bonuses

Borderlands 3 season pass: Four campaign DLC packs featuring new stories, missions and challenges Butt Stallion weapon skin, weapon trinket, and grenade mod

Borderlands 3 steelbook case

Where to pre-order:

PS4

Xbox One

PC

Borderlands 3 Diamond Loot Chest Collector's Edition

Finally, the Diamond Loot Chest Collector's Edition will be available at GameStop for $250 / £250. It has everything in the Super Deluxe Edition, plus a plethora of collectibles, including a replica of the Diamond Loot Chest, 10 character figurines, a Sanctuary 3 snap model, and more. The Diamond Loot Chest Collector's Edition is also exclusive to Game for anyone who lives in the UK.

What's included:

Super Deluxe Edition of the game (including season pass) + any pre-order bonuses

Diamond Loot Chest Replica -- features a functional retractable lid so you can store your real-world loot

Ten Borderlands 3 three-inch character figurines -- the whole crew is here, including the four new Vault Hunters, the Calypso Twins, and more of your favorite characters from the Borderlands universe

Sanctuary 3 snap model with stand included

Four Vault Key keychains

Cloth galaxy map of the Borderlands

Five character art lithographs -- character prints starring the new Vault Hunters and fanatical Calypso Twins

Borderlands 3 steelbook case

Where to pre-order:

PS4

Xbox One