Just days after its release, Borderlands 4 has rolled out a substantial patch that's turning heads among looter-shooter fans. The October 2 update, hot on the heels of launch glitches and balance woes, focuses heavily on empowering the game's Vault Hunters. Gearbox Software, clearly listening to early player gripes, has implemented buffs across the board, with particular attention to the underperformer Amon. Indeed, reports suggest over 60 tweaks just for that character alone, aiming to make his skill tree less of a drag in co-op sessions.
But it's not all about the heroes. The patch also tackles loot distribution and progression hurdles that had some players grinding endlessly without payoff. Key changes include rebalanced rewards in the Gilded Glory Pack, smoother endgame transitions, and fixes for those pesky inventory auto-sorts that cluttered backpacks by manufacturer. Performance dips on PC get another nudge forward, though console users might still feel the sting without a full FOV slider yet— that came in the prior September 25 update, remember? However, UI quirks persist, like inspecting firmware in the bank without accidental exits, promising relief in future drops.
Moreover, weekly activities see refinements, ensuring Kairos doesn't feel like a repetitive slog. Stability improvements are sprinkled throughout, addressing crashes during intense boss fights or multiplayer mayhem. Gearbox's notes hint at major balance overhauls for missions and weapons too, potentially shifting meta strategies that dominated the first week. It's a welcome pivot, especially since initial reviews dinged the game for uneven character viability—Amon, in particular, came off as the weak link in a cast of explosive personalities.
Yet, as these patches pile up, one can't help but notice the rapid-fire approach to fixing what felt rushed at launch. Players diving back in now report a more fluid experience, but lingering questions about long-term support hover. Will this momentum carry Borderlands 4 toward the highs of its predecessors, or just patch over deeper cracks?