Borderlands 4 Dev Gearbox Says It's Prioritizing the First Round of Buffs Over Patching Out Instakill Knife Builds, but It Will Eventually Address 'Unintended Interactions'

Borderlands 4 developer Gearbox has announced its short-term priorities for the game's balance updates. The studio is focused on buffing underperforming gear and skills rather than immediately addressing overpowered builds, such as the controversial "instakill knife builds" that have been circulating online. Gearbox acknowledged the existence of these powerful builds but stated that they will be addressed at a later stage. The developer's immediate focus is on improving the performance of weaker elements in the game to provide a more balanced experience for players. While the instakill builds will remain unpatched for the time being, Gearbox has promised to eventually address these "unintended interactions" and ensure a more stable and well-rounded gameplay experience in Borderlands 4. The studio's approach aims to strike a balance between addressing pressing issues and maintaining a diverse meta for players to explore.