The Kickballer in Borderlands 4 is not just another legendary shotgun; it’s a game-changer. This beast deals insane damage and kicks your FPS into overdrive with all the effects flying around! The Kickballer launches bouncing projectiles, and if you nail a shot, it fires off a bonus round for free. Imagine the damage potential—this weapon could break the game in the best way possible!

But hold up! You can’t just waltz in and grab it. If you’ve been skipping side missions, you might be missing the key to unlocking this powerhouse. Don’t worry! Here’s how to snag the Kickballer.

How to Get the Kickballer in Borderlands 4

The Kickballer is a drop from Sludgemaw, located in Watershed Gate, Idolator’s Noose, in the Fadefields. First, you need to complete the Null and Void side mission and its follow-up quest, All Charged Up, which unlocks after you finish the Rush the Gate main quest.

To kick off Null and Void, chat with Rush near The Launchpad close to Idolator Sol’s smashed ship (which you’ve seen in the main story). This quest has you tracking down Conway and delivering grub to Rippers. Once that’s done, you’ll seamlessly pick up All Charged Up from Rhodes.

At the end of All Charged Up, you’ll face Sludgemaw at the bottom of Watershed Gate. Defeat him to finish the quest and unlock farming for Sludgemaw through Moxxi’s Big Encore machine. Since Sludgemaw has only health defenses, grab a fire weapon to make this fight easier because trust me, this thresher likes to dig down a lot.

While any Kickballer will do the job, look for one with a Jakobs licensed part. This can create a never-ending stream of ricocheting, bouncing projectiles—an incredible bug that might get patched out! Don’t forget: the Kickballer does splash damage, which you can boost with special gear. Just be careful with your aim; you don’t want to hurt yourself as well!

Tricks, Tips, and Cheats for Borderlands 4

• Loot Everything: Always pick up everything. You’ll be surprised at how often something can be useful later!
• Use Respec: Don’t be afraid to switch up your skill tree. If something isn’t working for you, change it!
• Check for Events: Borderlands often has events offering loot or experience boosts. Make sure to participate!
• Team Up: Multitasking missions with friends can speed things up and make them easier.
• Exploiting Enemies: Some bosses have weak spots; learn them to take them down faster.
• Farm Effectively: Set a timespan for farming bosses like Sludgemaw—this prevents burnout.
• Online Forums: Join online communities for up-to-the-minute tips, tricks, and even trades!