Borderlands® 4 News

[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][/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][/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]Community Spotlight[/h3][p]We love celebrating players and their big wins. Here are a couple community members who unlocked IRL achievements:[/p][p]This week’s theme: PUMPKINS! You all came up with some great jack-o'-lantern designs, and we want to show off a few of them.[/p][p][/p][p]u/lanky_sin[/p][p][/p][p]Squamatha[/p][p][/p][p]Ghost4Rider[/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][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][h3]Behind the Team: Jeff Mott, Borderlands 4 Test Manager[/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 Jeff Mott, 2K’s Test Manager:[/p][p][/p][p]What does “quality” mean to you beyond the checklist? How do you know when a game feels right?[/p][p]Jeff:  To me, quality means doing our best to meet customer expectations. It isn't about finding every bug anymore; that's an impossible task. Games are simply too big and they're ever-changing. It's about finding the bugs that matter and advocating on behalf of the customer to get them fixed.[/p][p]For me, achieving this goal comes down to collaboration and experience. There isn't a single person making this call; it's a discussion, backed up by data from multiple groups, to ultimately decide when something feels ready.[/p][p][/p][p]How do you empower testers to think critically, not just follow test cases?[/p][p]Jeff: This is all about finding the right balance. When a tester is new or at least new to a project, they need more guidance. And test cases are great for that. It helps them get familiar with what they're testing and become more comfortable with the game while contributing to vital tests we need to run. Once they're settled in, you start to give them the freedom and encouragement to go out and test with less direction, while still guiding them to try new things. [/p][p]I think this is crucial for broad test coverage, as different testers have different talents. One tester might be great at finding issues with balance and enemy behavior, another may be a natural at finding ways to break mission progress. Helping them identify and realize what they're good at, then giving them the freedom and support they need to shine, is how you build a great test team.[/p][p][/p][p]How do you personally handle the repetition and rigor of testing without burning out?[/p][p]Jeff: One of the keys here is to remind yourself that we're all people and that people need breaks. Even if you love your job, you need time to set the work aside and recharge the batteries. At the end of the day, we're making something fun that we get to put into the hands of other people to enjoy, and that's just awesome! [/p][p]The other key is to build a team where no single person is a point of failure. No one should feel like if they take some time off, everything will fall apart. If that's true, then you haven't built a strong team. Having a support structure where anyone can take the time off they need and not worry that they'll come back to a disaster is how you avoid burnout. And I'm proud to say I've got that kind of team around me.[/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]hyde4lyfe[/p][p][/p][p]rism1223[/p][p][/p][p]krotiation[/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]Happy Hunting,
The Borderlands Team[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/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][/p][p][/p][p]Primordial Guardian Origo[/p][p][/p][h2]Weekly Wildcard Mission:[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Mission: Below the Surface (Quickened, Leaking, Immovable)[/p][p]Legendary Gear Reward: Bod[/p][p][/p][h2]Maurice’s Black Market Vending Machine[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][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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[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,
The Borderlands Team[/p][p]
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