With lower than two weeks to go earlier than launch, Gearbox has lastly outlined the endgame for Borderlands 4 at PAX West. This “very formidable” strategy sees the return of Final Vault Hunter Mode, however as a substitute of one other New Recreation Plus tier after True Vault Hunter Mode, it’s a post-game situation.
Fairly than taking part in by way of the marketing campaign once more, gamers will tackle difficult new actions, unlocking greater, tougher ranges. Specializations additionally grow to be out there, and much like Diablo 3/4’s Paragon system, you possibly can put factors into elevating stats throughout 4 classes. Loot consists of set bonuses referred to as Firmware with greater ranks providing extra choices.
For those who’re after a particular set bonus however don’t just like the merchandise, it may be transferred to a different (although that is solely doable as soon as and destroys the primary merchandise). To maintain gamers busy within the post-game, there’s the Weekly Wildcard, rotating missions that award assured Legendaries, and the Weekly Large Encore Boss, which prices Eridium. It’s also possible to traverse the planet for Maurice’s Black Market Machine for loot.
All actions are playable solo, but in addition embody on-line matchmaking. Borderlands 4 launches on September twelfth for Xbox Collection X/S, PS5, and PC, whereas the Nintendo Change 2 model lands on October third.

