Borderlands 4 Players Have Until October 20 to Claim 3 Exclusive SHiFT Codes for Golden Keys

Borderlands 4 fans have another chance to grab free loot this week, as Gearbox Software and CEO Randy Pitchford have dropped three brand-new SHiFT codes that can be redeemed right now for Golden Keys. These keys unlock rare Legendary-tier weapons and gear, but players only have a short window to use them — all three codes will expire on October 20.

For long-time fans of the Borderlands series, SHiFT codes are nothing new. They’ve become a recurring tradition in every mainline game since Borderlands 2, allowing players to score free loot through the Golden Chest mechanic. Each Golden Key opens a chest that drops a random assortment of powerful items — sometimes even multiple Legendary pieces. In Borderlands 4, Golden Chests can be found in Belton’s Bore, Carcadia, The Lockaway, and The Launchpad, making them a major part of the hunt for high-end gear.

🗝️ The Latest SHiFT Codes for Borderlands 4

Randy Pitchford recently revealed the newest batch of active SHiFT codes via his X (formerly Twitter) account. Players can redeem them immediately at the official SHiFT website or directly through the in-game menu after linking their account.

Here are the three active codes available until October 20:

Each of these SHiFT codes will grant players one Golden Key, which can be used to open a Golden Chest once. Given the game’s randomized loot system, a single chest can still yield multiple Legendary or Epic-grade items, making these free rewards a must-grab for every Vault Hunter.

⚙️ How to Redeem SHiFT Codes

Redeeming SHiFT codes in Borderlands 4 is quick and easy. Players need to:

1. Visit the official SHiFT Code Redemption website or open the in-game Social Menu.

2. Log in or link their preferred platform account (Steam, Epic Games, PlayStation, or Xbox).

3. Copy and paste each SHiFT code into the redemption box.

4. Click “Check” to verify that the code is still active.

5. Choose the target platform and confirm redemption.

Once completed, the Golden Keys will appear automatically in the player’s inventory under the currency tab marked with a dollar-sign symbol. From there, players can use them at any Golden Chest to unlock exclusive loot.

💥 Borderlands 4’s Ongoing SHiFT Code Events

Since launch, Gearbox has continued its tradition of handing out weekly SHiFT codes through social media and community events. Even if players miss this week’s deadline, more codes are expected soon. In addition to Golden Keys, the game’s Community Challenge program has also been rewarding cosmetic skins for Vault Hunters, encouraging players to work together toward shared milestones.

Recent unlockable rewards have included:

• 🧥 Rafa’s “Savings Savor” skin

• 💀 Amon’s “Cult Classic” skin

• 🎭 Vex’s “Mass Market Appeal” skin

Currently, the community is working toward unlocking Harlowe’s “Maliwannabee” skin, which will be available if players collectively complete 350,000 contracts by October 19.

🔮 What’s Next for Vault Hunters

With Borderlands 4 now several months into its post-launch cycle, Gearbox has shown no signs of slowing down its community support. Frequent patches, new content drops, and these ongoing SHiFT giveaways are helping keep the looter-shooter alive and thriving.

For now, though, the clock is ticking — Vault Hunters have until October 20 to redeem these latest codes and claim their Golden Keys. Don’t miss out on your chance to grab some of the best loot in the galaxy before the opportunity disappears.