Borderlands 4 takes the franchise's iconic weapon diversity to new heights. Discover details about the revamped manufacturer mechanics and how players can claim an exclusive free in-game skin.
Enhanced Weapon Manufacturer System in Borderlands 4
Greater Customization & Unexpected Combinations
The Borderlands franchise has built its reputation on innovative weapon mechanics, and Gearbox is pushing boundaries even further in Borderlands 4. Executive Producer Chris Brock revealed to GamesRadar+ that while previous entries delivered impressive armaments, the new installment introduces groundbreaking customization options.
"Our existing weapon framework works well, but we're engineering more opportunities for emergent gameplay," Brock explained. He highlighted the new "licensed parts" system that allows manufacturers' signature traits to crossover between weapon types.
Each manufacturer maintains distinct characteristics that help players quickly identify preferred weapons, streamlining the looter-shooter experience while preserving depth.
Borderlands 4 debuts three fresh manufacturers - Order, Ripper, and Daedalus - alongside returning favorites like Jakobs, Maliwan, and Vladof. Some brands like COV and Hyperion have been retired following narrative developments in previous games.
Gearbox prioritizes weapon innovation after Borderlands 3 and Tiny Tina's Wonderland featured over a billion possible firearms. Senior Project Producer Anthony Nicholson emphasized the studio's commitment to expanding player choice: "We're constantly introducing new manufacturers, legendary weapons, and customization options that let players express their combat style."
Nicholson confirmed Borderlands 4 will offer billions of weapon variants and attachments for players to collect and experiment with.
Claim Your Free Hazard Pay Weapon Skin
Gearbox is offering an exclusive bonus for early adopters - the Hazard Pay weapon skin available through SHiFT registration. According to their June 28 Steam announcement, players who subscribe to newsletters will receive this cosmetic reward.
To redeem the skin, fans must link their SHiFT account to their preferred gaming platform. The cosmetic will unlock upon launching Borderlands 4 with the connected account. Additionally, subscribed players may receive SHiFT codes through promotional emails containing extra rewards.
Despite recent debates surrounding the game's pricing structure, Borderlands 4 continues generating excitement with promised features including post-launch photo mode and its signature blend of humor and action.
Borderlands 4 launches September 12, 2025 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC platforms. For continuing coverage on the game's development, explore our related articles.
