Leveling up in Borderlands 4 is essential to quickly unlocking the endgame content where the most enjoyable aspects of the game can be found. Grinding for XP is nothing new, but it does help to know what works and what does not for maximum efficiency.
This Borderlands 4 guide is all about farming XP quickly and efficiently with minimal effort.
Story Mode
You can always return to side content later at your leisure, so it is recommended that you breeze through the campaign as quickly as you can, in order to open up as much of the map as possible while reaping the large windfalls of XP from completing story quests.
Balancing Enemy Level
For maximum value of your time, target enemies in the open world that are only a little more powerful than your character at any given moment, rather than wasting time on either bullet-sponge high-level enemies, or pushover low-level ones.
Ideal Locations
Densely populated activities such as the Order Bunkers, Propaganda Speakers, and Ripper Drill Sites are the best places to mow down plentiful numbers of enemies in a short span of time, without having to trek too far around the world in order to find them.
Unbalanced Co-op
If you can match up with players of a significantly higher level than you, then you will have the benefit of their increased firepower being brought to bear against enemies of a level similar to your own, and which would have normally taken longer to dispatch just by yourself.
Bounties
If you happen to be at a Safehouse, be sure to pick up a few bounties off of the board as you continue on your exploration of the map. You will be killing enemies one way or another, so you might as well pick up an XP reward bonus for your trouble.
Events
As you proceed on your path of progression, world events including the bubble-dome Rifts will start to appear. If you happen to stumble upon one, be sure to take it on for its rewards, but also be well prepared for the enhanced challenge that it presents compared to open world enemy encounters.
Boss Farming
Resetting bosses is a new mechanic that facilitates farming them for their rewards as you continue to tweak and improve your build. With enough repetition you will be ripping them apart quicker on successive runs.
Those are all the best ways to quickly farm XP in order to level up fast in Borderlands 4.
Great guide! Leveling up quickly in Borderlands 4 sounds like a fun challenge, and I appreciate the tips on farming XP. Looking forward to trying these strategies out!
Thanks for your feedback! It really is a fun challenge, especially when you discover which missions and enemies yield the best XP. Have you tried any specific strategies that worked well for you?
You’re welcome! I agree, finding the right missions can make a big difference in your XP farming. I also found that teaming up with friends can speed things up even more, making it a lot more enjoyable!
Absolutely! Certain missions not only provide more XP but also offer valuable loot, which can enhance your gameplay even further. It’s a great strategy to balance XP farming with gear upgrades. Happy gaming!
You’re spot on! It’s interesting how some side missions can be just as rewarding as the main quests, especially when they offer unique gear that can really boost your character’s abilities. Happy farming!
Absolutely! I’ve noticed that certain side missions not only offer great XP but also provide unique loot that can really enhance your gameplay. It’s a nice touch that encourages exploration beyond the main storyline!
Absolutely! Those side missions can really enhance the gameplay experience too, offering unique gear and character development. It’s a great way to explore more of the game’s world while leveling up efficiently!
I completely agree! Side missions not only provide great gear but also add depth to the storyline and character development. Plus, they often introduce fun challenges that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging!