Easy, Hard, or Brutal? Borderlands 4 Lets You Pick Your Challenge

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Gear up, Vault Hunters! Borderlands 4 is bringing back the usual mix of chaos and loot, and now we know a bit more about how difficulty will change your adventure.

Players will be allowed to pick their preferred game difficulty when creating a new character, and each option scales individually in co-op parties.

Difficulty Modes Explained

Here is a quick breakdown of the confirmed modes:

  • Easy – Looking for a story
    • Perfect for newcomers or players who want to focus on the story only. Damage is reduced, and Elemental Affinities matter less.
  • Normal – Looking for a balanced experience
    • This is the standard mode. It offers the classic Borderlands experience with balanced combat and loot.
  • Hard – Looking for a challenge
    • This is the hardest mode. Only recommended for Vault Hunters who already know the game and are looking for a challenge. Enemies deal more damage, Elemental Affinities matter more, and loot and cash rewards are increased to match the risk.

This setup gives you the flexibility to enjoy Borderlands 4 your own way. And this is possible even in co-op with friends, since the difficulty will scale individually!

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