Borderlands 3, a flagship title in the action RPG genre, continues to captivate players with its unique loot system. Gearbox Software has ingeniously integrated Shift codes into the game, offering players post-launch rewards and loot. As a helpful resource, we have compiled a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the world of Borderlands 3 Shift codes and Golden Keys.
Understanding Shift Codes in Borderlands 3
Shift codes are Gearbox’s method for distributing post-launch rewards, featuring 25-digit codes that can be redeemed at shift.gearboxsoftware.com. Like the Shift codes in ‘Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands,’ these codes in Borderlands 3 focus on different types of keys, used to unlock new guns from a chest in Sanctuary. These loot box-like systems, though similar to other games, are unique in being free to players. However, it’s crucial to note that many of these codes are time-sensitive and expire quickly.
Current Active Shift Codes
As of now, players can redeem certain Shift codes for eight Gold Keys immediately. Here are some of the permanent Shift codes that unlock Golden Keys:
- ZFKJ3-TT3BB-JTBJT-T3JJT-JWX9H – 3 Golden Keys
- HXKBT-XJ6FR-WBRKJ-J3TTB-RSBHR – 1 Golden Key
- ZFKJ3-TT6FF-KTFKT-T3JJT-JWX36 – 1 Golden Key
- 9XCBT-WBXFR-5TRWJ-JJJ33-TX53Z – 3 Golden Keys
- ZRWBJ-ST6XR-CBFKT-JT3J3-FRXJ5 – 3 Golden Keys
- Z65B3-JCXX6-5JXW3-3B33J-9SWT6 – 3 Golden Keys
- KSWJJ-J6TTJ-FRCF9-X333J-5Z6KJ – Shrine Saint Head (Amara)
- KSK33-S5T33-XX5FS-R3BTB-WSXRC – Antihero Head and Saurian Skull Trinket
- WSCBT-R5BB3-66KX9-F3JBT-ZW3JK – Pilot Punk Head
- KZKJB-C5BTT-RXW69-XJ33B-5JRBS – Super Mecha Head
- KHWTB-3CBJB-6XWFZ-6B3BB-T5CCJ – Null Value Head
- CZKTB-6BTJ3-R6KRZ-6B3TT-RX5ZH – Gray Matter Head
- CS5JB-CTTBB-FFWXZ-FJ3BT-TC6R3 – Daemon head
- KZKBB-5HZ9S-CFKR9-RJ3T3-JBTK6 – Arachnoir head
- K95BT-B99H9-CX5XH-RTJB3-C6SJX – Skagwave head
- CZ5JT-HFH99-KXKRZ-6BTJJ-BS5WB – Saurian Synth Head
These codes, believed to never expire, are a reliable way to accumulate Golden Keys for exciting loot opportunities.
Limited-Time Shift Codes
Borderlands 3 also sees occasional limited-time Shift codes. These codes, often shared on social media platforms like Twitter, offer rewards like Diamond Keys but expire within a short period. For instance, a recent code offered five Diamond Keys and was valid as of 12:40 PM EDT on January 19, 2024.
- 4C10S-8HKD3-H5HKS-3S6S2-S5S9H – Five Diamond Keys
Finding New Shift Codes
To stay updated with new Shift codes, players are encouraged to follow Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford’s Twitter account, as well as the official Borderlands account. These platforms are typically the first to announce new codes.
The End of the VIP Program
The Vault Insider Program (VIP), which functioned similarly to Shift Codes, officially ended in May 2020. This program was discontinued post-launch, and old codes are no longer redeemable.
How Shift Codes and Golden Keys Work
Shift codes in Borderlands 3 come in two forms: Golden Keys and cosmetics. Golden Keys unlock a special chest guaranteeing high-rarity items, usually guns. Cosmetics codes are rarer and were often tied to special events in previous Borderlands games.
Redeeming and Using Shift Codes
Redeeming Shift codes can be done in-game or online at Shift.GearboxSoftware.com. Once redeemed, Golden Keys are delivered via Borderlands mail. To use them, head to the golden chest in Sanctuary, near the fast travel point, where you can unlock potentially legendary loot.
In summary, Shift codes in Borderlands 3 offer an exciting way to enhance the gaming experience with special loot and rewards. By staying updated with the latest codes and understanding how to redeem and use them, players can maximize their enjoyment of this thrilling action RPG. Whether you’re a veteran Vault Hunter or a newcomer to the Borderlands universe, these codes are your ticket to unlocking some of the game’s most coveted treasures.
