Borderlands 4 Patch Notes Reveal Major Balance Changes on the Horizon
Revamped Borderlands 4 Patch Details Suggest Major Overhaul
Exciting Changes Unveiled for Borderlands 4
A substantial set of preliminary patch notes for Borderlands 4 has recently surfaced, detailing a wide array of changes poised to transform the popular looter shooter. Although Gearbox has yet to officially confirm these updates, the scope of modifications hints at one of the most comprehensive updates in the game’s history. Key highlights include extensive reworks to key characters such as Harlowe the Gravitar, Amon the Ironsmith, Vex the Siren, and Rafa the Exosoldier. Additionally, there are notable enhancements to stability, user interface, and item rewards.
Weekly Activities Revamped
- Introduction of a challenging Big Encore Boss variant with an enriched loot pool.
- Guaranteed legendary drop in revamped Joker Missions.
- Black Market Vending Machine relocation with updated inventory.
Boosted Stability and Performance
The patch aims to resolve numerous technical issues, including crashes, frame rate drops, and cross-play loading glitches. Improved character animations and optimized loading in menus are also part of the update, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
Reward and Progression Enhancements
- Rectified Skill Point discrepancies and multiplayer bugs.
- DLC content visibility corrections.
- Challenge progression updated to Ultimate Vault Hunter Level 5.
- Exclusion of duplicate cosmetics from the Reward Center.
Vault Hunter Balancing
| Character | Updates |
|---|---|
| Harlowe the Gravitar | Lifesteal mechanics adjusted, enhanced Action Skill damage. |
| Amon the Ironsmith | Buffs to Vengeance tree and skill damage; reduced cooldowns. |
| Vex the Siren | Spirit Bomb improvements, skill tree enhancements. |
| Rafa the Exosoldier | Passive and Action Skill boosts, better melee scaling. |
Gameplay and Gear Updates
Several mission bugs have been resolved, including those in “A Mistake to Fix” and “Talk to Zadra.” Multiplayer enemy AI and movement synchronization have been refined. Noteworthy gear updates feature buffs to Tediore weapons, Order gear, and iconic items like Hellwalker.
User Interface and Experience Updates
- Gear thumbnail corrections and improved Reward Center navigation.
- Compass, waypoint, and translation updates for interface consistency.
Graphics and Audio Improvements
Visual effects for weapons and shields have been polished, alongside environmental enhancements. Other updates include improvements in radio mix and restoration of missing audio elements.
Enhanced Accessibility and Settings
- Field of View slider now available for consoles.
- Split-screen vehicle FOV corrections.
- Addition of controller haptic feedback for Exosoldier augmentations.
The complete list of changes initially appeared on the Borderlands 4 French support website. However, there remains some uncertainty about which updates will be included in the next release. Should these modifications be validated, they promise a significant balance pass that could be transformative for players, enriching the blend of humor, fast-paced action, and progression systems integral to the Borderlands series.
