Borderlands 4 Unveils 4 Awesome New Vault Hunters: Meet the Cast!

The lineup for Borderlands 4 includes four characters. Vex the Siren, Rafa the Exo-Soldier, Harlowe the Gravitar, and Amon the Forgeknight. Here’s a quick peek at what makes each one stand out:

• Vex the Siren: A Siren with a sharp tongue and a tough past. Vex summons a feline companion named Trouble that unleashes Phase Explosions. Her full story is on the official Borderlands 4 site.
• Rafa the Exo-Soldier: Raised in space by Tediore, Rafa broke free and now fights with an exo-suit, Arc Knives, and Digi-Struct Weapons. He’s built for adaptability.
• Harlowe the Gravitar: This ex-Maliwan scientist is a tech nerd with a knack for gravity manipulation using elemental gadgets. She’s all about chaos and control.
• Amon the Forgeknight: A survivor of a brutal cult. Amon wields elemental melee weapons and a shield. He blends poetry with brute force.

Want more details? GamesRadar has a great breakdown of their abilities.

Fan Reactions and What to Expect

The reveal has fans split. Some are hyped about the deep skill trees and unique action skills, while others aren’t sold on the character designs, calling them “meh” on Reddit. I get it, though. New characters can feel like a gamble after loving the old crew. But the buzz around Borderlands 4 is undeniable. IGN noted the game’s ambitious scope, and I’m curious to see how it plays out.

The release is locked for September 12, 2025, on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with a Switch 2 version to follow. Gearbox even bumped the date up two weeks, per Gematsu, which feels like a good sign. Plus, a hands-on event is coming in June (likely Summer Game Fest) where players can test these Vault Hunters firsthand. I’m already counting the days.

Wrapping It Up

Borderlands 4 is shaping up to be a big deal, and these four Vault Hunters (Vex, Rafa, Harlowe, and Amon) are at the heart of it. Whether you’re into snarky Sirens or shield-wielding poets, there’s a character here for you. The community’s mixed reactions just show how much people care about this series. For more updates, stick with Total Apex Gaming. And if you’re as excited as I am, don’t miss our Borderlands 4 preview for an even closer look.