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THIS WEEK ON KAIROS

[p]Hey Vault Hunters! Welcome to “This Week on Kairos” - a weekly post where we share everything happening across the world of Borderlands 4, from developer updates to community highlights and beyond.[/p][p]Every Friday, we’ll be here with the latest news, fan creations, dev spotlights, helpful resources, and anything else we think you’ll want to see. Whether you're looking to catch up, dive deeper, or just see what your fellow players are up to, this is the place.[/p][p][/p][h3]Our Latest Update Notes:[/h3][p]We’ve rolled out several updates since launch, with more coming soon. Here’s what you may have missed:[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]A guide on how to submit a ticket can be found here: [/p][p]https://steamcommunity.com/app/1285190/discussions/2/673972930559959886/[/p][p]When you submit a ticket, please remember to attach your DxDiag or MSinfo file. If you need assistance with doing that, here’s a walkthrough:[/p][p]https://support.borderlands.com/hc/en-us/articles/44564441894291-PC-How-do-I-attach-a-DxDiag-and-MSinfo-file[/p][p](Note: This section is going to be structured the same each week, so although it looks the same, rest assured it’s being updated weekly!)[/p][p]
[/p][h3]G’Day, Vault Hunters![/h3][p][/p][p]Did you know we’re at PAX Aus RIGHT NOW? If you’re here, come to our panel! The devs will be talking about what’s next for life on Kairos, and you won’t want to miss it![/p][p]You can also tune in on any of the following platforms to watch us on Friday, October 10th at 11PM PT (Saturday, October 11 at 6:00am UTC).[/p][p][/p][p]Gearbox YouTube [/p][p]Gearbox Twitch[/p][p]Borderlands YouTube[/p][p]Borderlands Twitch[/p][p]
[/p][h3]Community Hub Updates[/h3][p]We’ve recently updated our Community Hub page on our website. There are tattoo flash sheets, crochet patterns, recipes, coloring pages, and more - something for every Vault Hunter to scratch that creative itch![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Amon Community Challenge: Eradicated[/h3][p][/p][p]
Well done, Vault Hunters! A grand total of 839,225 Primordial Guardians were felled by Amon's arsenal of Forge weapons this past weekend - a heroic feat that would make the warrior-poet proud.[/p][p]To reward your collective efforts as the Forgeknight, here's a SHiFT code for the "Cult Classic" Vault Hunter skin usable by Amon*:[/p][p][/p][h2]JZ6BJ-SBR5J-WF3BK-BT3BB-TX9HB[/h2][p][/p][p]You can enter this SHiFT code on the Gearbox SHiFT site or via the in-game SHiFT menu in Borderlands 4! This code may be redeemed once (1) per SHiFT account. You can check out the SHiFT User Guide for more info.[/p][p]*Requires a copy of Borderlands 4, SHiFT Account, and Internet connection. Must redeem by December 31, 2030. One redemption per SHiFT Account. Terms apply.[/p][p]
[/p][h3]Vex Community Challenge: Death 4 All[/h3][p][/p][p]From October 10-13, collectively complete 1,800,000 Ripper Drill Sites as Vex to earn:[/p]

[p]"Mass Market Appeal" Vault Hunter Skin usable by Vex[/p]

[p]There are six Ripper Drill Sites you can find while exploring Kairos. Once you've located one of these Ripper-filled arenas (or restarted one using Moxxi's Big Encore machine), you'll have to survive multiple waves of deadly enemies before facing off against a climactic boss fight.[/p][p]Good luck, Vault Hunters![/p][p]
[/p][h3]Community Spotlight[/h3][p]We love celebrating players and their big wins. Here are a couple community members who unlocked IRL achievements:[/p][p]Admiral Bahroo: we love charity initiatives, and we're excited to see the speedrunners face off against the many foes of Kairos![/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Moxsy and crew: congrats on your 20 MILLION monthly views![/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][h3]Steam Community Screenshots[/h3][p]As you take screenshots and drop them in Steam, we’ll round up a few of our favorites for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy the beauty of chaos - er, I mean, Kairos![/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h3]Behind the Team: Brooke Smith, Borderlands 4 Producer[/h3][p]Every week, we’re spotlighting one of the minds behind the mayhem. You’ll get to learn about folks from both Gearbox and 2K, and how each person who touches the game both influences and is influenced by Borderlands 4. This week, we're talking with Brooke Smith, Gearbox’s Producer:[/p][p]What’s something fans might not realize about what producers contribute towards the development of a game?[/p][p]Brooke: This is tough, because producers often wear so many different hats![/p][p]There's a stereotype that producers only care about the schedule and that we exclusively live in spreadsheets. While we definitely do care about the schedule and utilize spreadsheets, we also contribute creatively! For me, working with Systems designers, that meant helping designers brainstorm ideas, joining in on playtests, and helping come up with creative solutions to any problems that came up in development.[/p][p]How do you help ensure that creative and technical teams stay aligned?[/p][p]Brooke: With a game as big as Borderlands 4, it was important for our creative and technical folks to sync on a regular basis. My goal is always to make sure developers are comfortable communicating directly with one another, even if they are in totally different disciplines. [/p][p]I'll also always encourage cross-disciplinary playtesting, even in the early stages of development. Seeing a feature or mechanic in action and experiencing it as a team helps get everyone on the same page and helps get them excited about whatever we're working on. We're also all gamers, so we can all give each other feedback and exchange ideas, even if we're not subject-matter experts.[/p][p]What inspired you to pursue production in the games industry?[/p][p]Brooke: Games were always a huge part of my life. I picked up my first controller when I was 4 years old, and continued to game throughout my childhood and teenage years. I always loved that games were a way to connect with my family and friends and wanted to be able to create that space for other people![/p][p]Like a lot of producers, I sort of stumbled into production by accident. In college, I majored in Computer Science, thinking I would become a gameplay programmer. It wasn't until I took on a producer-like role on my senior project that I discovered I much preferred working with people, over programming. My role on that project mostly included facilitating communication with students and faculty in other departments and helping set deadlines and goals for my teammates. While I didn't have any formal training in production at that point, I loved that I got to learn about how some of our partnering departments worked, and how to best help my team work with them.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Community Creative Corner[/h3][p]Our community members aren’t just gamers—many of you are also artists. Whether it’s cosplay, digital art, or some yet-to-be-invented medium, we’re your biggest fans. Check out this week’s hand-picked fan creations:[/p][p]- kristinami_a[/p][p][/p][p]- vishantiescape[/p][p][/p][p]- starz0rstuff[/p][p][/p][p]That’s it for this week—with more updates, more chaos, and maybe a few surprises coming next Friday. Until then: keep your ECHOnet tuned and your loot luck high.[/p][p]Happy Hunting,
The Borderlands Team[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]
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Vex Community Challenge: Death 4 All

[p]Borderlands 4 players collectively crushed our previous Community Challenges, unlocking SHiFT codes for the "Savings Savior" Vault Hunter Skin usable by Rafa and the "Cult Classic" Vault Hunter Skin usable by Amon. This weekend is the time for Vex the Siren players to shine, using her supernatural powers to wipe out hordes of enemies at Ripper Drill Sites.[/p][p][/p][p]Given that many of our US-based Vault Hunters will be enjoying a long weekend, we're giving everyone an extra day to complete this challenge. If these Community Challenge conditions are successfully met, we'll share out a SHiFT code for the reward* that'll be redeemable by all:[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: Death 4 All[/h2][p]From October 10-13, collectively complete 1,800,000 Ripper Drill Sites as Vex to earn:[/p]

[p]"Mass Market Appeal" Vault Hunter Skin usable by Vex[/p]

Borderlands 4 director warns next patch will target overpowered builds relying on "unintended interactions"

This week's Borderlands 4 patch has arrived, firing some gear balancing tweaks into the looter shooter's innards, then probably dropping a cringey catchphrase. Developers Gearbox have also revealed some of what's in store for the larger patch that's set to arrive next week, with performance fixes back on the menu alongside some more in-depth balancing that'll touch "those unintended interactions" folks have been relying on for overpowered builds.

It's all in the line with the nice rhythm the studio have settled into following an initial flurry of activity in response to the game running not goodly on PC out of the gate. Last week brought a big patch featuring the first round of vault hunter balancing tweaks, so this week sees a chaser precede the next shot.

Borderlands 4 Weekly Activities: October 9-16

[p]Every Thursday, Borderlands 4 features a new set of Weekly Activities offering new challenges and opportunities for Legendary gear. Here's an overview of what you can expect this week![/p][p][/p][p]You can read the full Update Notes here.[/p][p][/p][h2]Weekly Big Encore Boss:[/h2][p][/p][p]Directive-0[/p][p][/p][h2]Weekly Wildcard Mission:[/h2][p][/p][p]Mission: Null and Void (modifiers: Invisible, Leaking, Chromatic)[/p][p]Legendary Gear Reward: Phantom Flame[/p][p][/p][h2]Maurice’s Black Market Vending Machine[/h2][p][/p][p]Here's a visual hint to where Maurice’s Black Market Vending Machine is hidden this week. Remember, while this week's location is the same for everyone, your vending machine items are different from other players, so ask around to see if someone has the item you’re looking for![/p][p]
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Borderlands 4 Update Notes - October 9, 2025

[p][/p][p]This update for Borderlands 4 refreshes the Weekly Activities, adjusts some Legendary gear values, and addresses concerns reported by the community. [/p][p][/p][p]After last week’s large set of changes, we wanted to focus on some smaller gear adjustments. We’re continuing to monitor feedback to the Vault Hunter changes and identifying areas to make further improvements. [/p][p][/p][p]Looking forward to next week, we are planning another round of adjustments that will focus on Class Mods, Repkits, Shields, and Firmware being tuned to provide greater viability for melee builds, and account for deficiencies in other specific Vault Hunter builds. We will also address unintended interactions in certain Vault Hunter skills, and make adjustments to overperforming gear. Importantly, next week's update will include a host of improvements to stability, performance, and some highly requested quality-of-life changes![/p][p][/p][p]Please restart your game to ensure that the update goes through and to prevent connection errors in matchmaking.[/p][p][/p][p]If you're encountering any issues, please contact 2K Support for direct assistance. You can also read the PC Troubleshooting Guide, a list of known issues, or browse a list of Support threads here.[/p][p][/p]

Change List:

[h3]Weekly Activities: [/h3]

[p]Weekly Big Encore Boss switched to a tougher variant of a different existing boss with an even more rewarding loot pool for those who take it on. [/p]
[p]The Weekly Wildcard Mission changed. These missions feature a guaranteed Legendary drop you can earn repeatedly to get your ideal roll.[/p]
[p]Maurice’s Black Market Vending Machine moved to another location and changed its offerings.[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Gear Balance Adjustments:[/h3]

[p]Ruby's Grasp damage increased by 50%[/p]
[p]Ruby's Grasp fire rate increased by 25%[/p]
[p]Bully drone damage increased by 50%[/p]
[p]Bully base damage increased by 50%[/p]
[p]Rangefinder base damage increase by 30%[/p]
[p]Queen's Rest spawn chance increased from 30% to 50%[/p]
[p]Queen's Rest fire rate increased by 50%[/p]
[p]Seventh Sense orb damage increased by 250%[/p]
[p]Hellwalker base damage increase 30%[/p]
[p]Convergence base damage increase by 25%
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[h3]Additional Changes:[/h3]

[p]Legendary Tediore Shotgun Anarchy was adjusted to properly award Stacks of Mutualism when auto-reloading or killing enemies[/p]
[p]All Pets from all classes (such as Trouble, Specters, Reapers, and Forgeweapons) now properly gain Critical Hit Chance from Passives and Gear[/p]
[p]Adjustment made to Vex the Siren’s Bleed to count as Status Effect Damage[/p]