Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Borderlands 4

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Got Borderlands 4 and wondering how to shut down the robot? Just joking—he’s there to stay. What I can do is share this guide that compiles insights from four different players who’ve spent time with the game. Their combined tips can help you with characters, combat strategies, and general advice to get you started on Kairos smoothly.

### The Basics
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Sorry to break it to you—Borderlands 4 isn’t available on Xbox Game Pass yet. It might show up in the future, but for now, you’ll have to buy or download it through other means.

If you’re just starting out or still figuring out the controls, these tips will help you get comfortable. They cover combat, exploration, and all the essentials needed to enjoy the new world of Kairos quickly.

Depending on your play style, you might want to tweak the Field of View (FOV) on PC to suit your preference. If you’re into experimenting, there are also cheat options available on PC to have a little fun with the game.

And don’t forget, you can grab free loot by using Borderlands 4 Shift Codes.

### Characters
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Choosing your character matters a lot in Borderlands 4. There are four options—Vex, Amon, Rafa, and Harlowe—each with unique abilities. Roughly, they represent magic, tank, soldier, and gadgets, but each has its own twist, thanks to the series’ playful take on traditional roles.

While you can’t switch characters once you’ve made your choice, there’s a respec feature that lets you reset and reallocate your skills as much as you want. This helps you experiment and find what fits your gameplay.

### Missions
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Curious how long Borderlands 4 might take? Our mission list gives a clear picture. The game has 21 main missions spread across four regions, plus 98 side quests to explore. That’s a lot to keep you busy.

Some of the early missions tend to trip up new players. If you’re just starting out, these are the ones most often causing confusion: [Note: details are in the original guide].

Enjoy your adventure in Kairos!