Cigar Funhouse

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So you’ve finally smashed through the last boss and watched those credits roll in Borderlands 4. Feels good, right? Don’t get too comfy though, ‘cause that’s just the warm-up. The real grind’s about to kick in. Endgame starts with True Vault Hunter Mode, and it’s the first real bump in difficulty before you even think about Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode. It’s like the game’s been going easy on you until now. Normal mode? Nothing but training wheels. TVHM cranks up enemy health, damage, and throws a lot more Badass and Anointed types at you. The big win here is the loot – way better drops and a chance to polish your build for what’s next. Investing time here could save you a ton of pain down the road, especially if you’re eyeing top-tier gear from Borderlands 4 Cash runs or farming spots.



Jumping into TVHM, you’ll notice it’s familiar but meaner. Same maps, same story beats – but you’ll be under more pressure. Bad guys hit harder, take longer to drop, and they’ll gang up whenever they can. This is where you start thinking more about how your loadout works together. Running around with whatever you pick up isn’t gonna cut it anymore. You want weapons that actually fit your class skills, shields that work with your playstyle, and a mix of elements so you’re ready for anything. TVHM is also a sweet spot for farming legendary weapons you missed the first time round, and for making sure you’ve got elemental coverage before UVHM blows the doors off.



Once TVHM’s done, you unlock the beast – Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode. Here’s the catch: enemies match your level no matter where you go, so there’s no safety in over-leveling. Their health is higher, and they regenerate it like crazy. If you stop dealing damage for even a moment, they’ll bounce back, forcing you to keep the pressure on.



That’s where elemental damage becomes non-negotiable. Fire for flesh, shock for shields, corrosive for armor – mess it up, and you’ll just be wasting bullets. UVHM also makes slag, or its updated equivalent, vital for boosting your damage output so things actually go down.



Surviving UVHM isn’t about luck – it’s all planning. Your skills, class mod, weapons, and shield have to play into one focused game plan. Spending extra time in TVHM to grab the right slag setup, a hard-hitting elemental arsenal, and a shield that fits is worth every minute. And if it’s feeling hopeless solo, don’t be shy about teaming up. Co-op makes a big difference for spreading elemental effects and covering each other when things get hectic. It’s tough, sure, but it’s also where the game shows its real depth – and where you’ll score the best drops, especially if you’re looking to buy Borderlands 4 Items to speed things up.