Borderlands 4 update is now available to download on PC. According to the official Borderlands 4 patch notes, the first BL4 update enhances PC stability, introduces new NVIDIA and AMD optimization guides, and ensures shaders recompile when changing graphics settings.
Borderlands 4 PC Patch Notes – September 14, 2025
Bug Fixes
Stability
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Improved overall stability for a wide range of PCs.
Graphics
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Shaders will now recompile after changing graphics settings, which may take up to 15 minutes.
Optimization
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NVIDIA: Added optimization guide with recommended settings and charts. Players should update to Game Ready Driver 581.29 and optimize through the NVIDIA app.
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AMD: Added optimization guide with recommended settings and charts.
Known Issues
Gameplay & Progression
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Players may lose skill points after disconnecting or crashing in multiplayer.
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“Talk to Zadra” objective may fail to progress in One Fell Swoop quest.
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Missing guns reported from Twitch Drops (9/11/25).
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Steam players unable to rank up to UVH 5 after completing “The Timekeeper’s Order.”
Interface & Menus
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“Max” is misspelled in the Exo-Soldier’s Beam Team capstone.
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Thumbnail images may appear missing for new gear.
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Settings may fail to save properly.
Multiplayer & SHiFT
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Unable to open Golden Chest after redeeming a SHiFT code in a joined session.
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SHiFT reward packages may disappear after quitting and reloading.
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Twitch account cannot connect to SHiFT.
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Personal vehicles may experience hitching or rubber banding in co-op sessions.
Technical Issues
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PC: Game may fail to launch after selecting “Play.”
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Crash may occur when using Razer Chroma (planned fix).
Platform-Specific
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PS5: Borderlands 2 and 3 appear as available when viewing Borderlands 4 content.
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Amon: Forgeknight – Slam Hammer animation covers the screen when firing Jakobs revolvers in iron sights.
Previously, a big update added balancing, gameplay changes, and a long list of bug fixes. Unfortunately, many players are still facing issues while playing the game. Today’s Borderlands 4 will fix a few of these issues.
Download free Borderlands 4 update on PC.
