Borderlands® 4 News

[p][/p][p]This update for Borderlands 4 adjusts the Horrors of Kairos Skully Legendary Grenade, adds a Class Mod drop and cooldown resets, and addresses audio balance.[/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]

• [p]The Gravitar Class Mod, Reactor, now drops from Inceptus as intended.[/p]
• [p]The Order Legendary Grenade Skully has been adjusted to properly increase damage of projectiles at higher levels. Also addressed an audio issue with the fire effects that were causing it to not lower in volume with distance.[/p]
• [p]Corrected the Knife Penetrator Augment, which was unintentionally setting all attacks to a 30% critical chance.[/p]
• [p]Interacting with Dr. Zed’s Meds and Guns vending machines and Lost Loot machines will now reset any Action Skills, Ordnance, or Repkits currently on cooldown.[/p]
• [p]Reduced the audio volume on the wings of world boss Spidananggal.[/p]

[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][/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][p][/p][h2]Our Latest Update Notes:[/h2][p][/p][p]We’ve rolled out several updates since launch, with more coming soon. Here’s what you may have missed:[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Some highlights from the Day 30 Update:[/p]

• [p]Shield visuals adjusted for improved clarity in combat situations[/p]

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• [p]Sorting settings in menus now persist when switching tabs or leaving the menu.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]And finally, pour one out for our Crit Knife[/p][p][/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][/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][/p][p]https://support.borderlands.com/hc/en-us/articles/44564441894291-PC-How-do-I-attach-a-DxDiag-and-MSinfo-file[/p][p][/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][h2]It’s Spooky Season, Gourds and Ghouls!![/h2][p][/p][p]Do you sense it, Vault Hunter? The darkening crimson skies, the sickly scent of iron in the air, the sloshing of bloody puddles in the mud? It can only mean one thing: Horrors of Kairos, Borderlands 4's first free, limited-time Seasonal Mini-Event, has arrived![/p][p][/p][p]Not sure where to start? Just find any world boss to see the new terror-inducing weather effect, and for a chance to get new Legendary loot![/p][p][/p][p]The hour is upon us, so go and be scary (and don’t forget your SHiFT code here)![/p][p]
[/p][h2]Community Spotlight[/h2][p]We love celebrating players and their big wins. Here are a couple community members who unlocked IRL achievements:[/p][p][/p][p]Shacknews hung out at the Gearbox studio the day before launch to interview our dev team and capture what goes into releasing a Borderlands game. Their documentary, “24 'Til Launch: The Making of Borderlands 4”, is available now on YouTube, and is definitely worth a watch!
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[/p][h2]Steam Community Screenshots[/h2][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][p][/p][h3]Behind the Team: Philip Hebert, Borderlands 4 Principal Programmer[/h3][p][/p][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 Philip Hebert, Gearbox’s Principal Programmer:[/p][p][/p][p]How do you define your role as a Principal Programmer? In other words, what does it mean to you beyond seniority?[/p][p]Philip:  Gearbox defines a Principal Programmer as a person with a deep mastery of at least one specialty. This usually comes with seniority but is not a requirement.  I have worked on gameplay systems, specifically gear, on a majority of Borderlands games.[/p][p][/p][p]How do you make sure engineering decisions empower (not limit) art and design teams?[/p][p]Philip: Borderlands' gameplay systems are designed to be flexible and content-driven.  We also learn from previous games.  This may mean removing the ability to do things because of performance and creating new and better ways of doing them.[/p][p]
[/p][h2]Community Creative Corner[/h2][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]
deepestloverducknerd[/p][p][/p][p]EVR//DFT[/p][p][/p][p]dry_spacee[/p][p][/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][/p][p]Happy Hunting,
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[p][/p][p]Do you sense it, Vault Hunter? The darkening crimson skies, the sickly scent of iron in the air, the sloshing of bloody puddles in the mud? It can only mean one thing: Horrors of Kairos, Borderlands 4's first free, limited-time Seasonal Mini-Event, has arrived![/p][p][/p][p]First shown during our PAX Australia post-launch content panel, Horrors of Kairos is free to all players, offering up new rewards and supreme levels of spookiness. From October 23 to November 6, all world boss encounters change the weather to a terror-inducing blood rain, in addition to new Legendary loot you have a chance to get from world boss kill rewards:[/p]

• [p]"Murmur" Legendary Tediore Assault Rifle: Executes weakened enemies with guaranteed crits on targets under 35% health[/p]
• [p]"Skully" Legendary Order Grenade: This deadly grenade fires projectiles as it seeks out the nearest target[/p]

[p][/p][p]World boss kill rewards are automatically delivered to the Reward Center section of your Inventory screen, under Equipment. Best of luck as you hunt down these bone-chilling, death-dealing keepsakes.[/p][p][/p][p]But we've also got two treats you can enjoy right now: the "Gourd Your Loins" Vault Hunter Head usable by Vex, Rafa, Amon, and Harlowe, and the "Hex Appeal" Weapon Skin that can be equipped to any weapon. Redeem the SHiFT code below to snag these goodies*, and check out our SHiFT User Guide if you don't already know how![/p][p][/p][h2]3S6BB-ZXT93-KRT3W-BT3T3-JW6TZ[/h2][p][/p][p]We hope you enjoy soaking in blood during the Horrors of Kairos Seasonal Mini-Event, be it raining down from the sky or spraying from wounds you've inflicted on your enemies. Get out there and hunt down world bosses with ruthless abandon before the event ends on November 6![/p][p][/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]
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[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]The Battle Wagon[/p][p][/p][h2]Weekly Wildcard Mission:[/h2][p][/p][p]Mission: Dark Subject (Vampiric, Cold Hearted, Invisible)[/p][p]Legendary Gear Reward: Kickballer[/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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