Active Borderlands 2 Codes (October 2025)
Getting current, working Borderlands 2 SHiFT Codes can be tricky, as time-sensitive codes often expire. However, there are some well-known codes for Golden Keys and Character Customizations that have been reported to work for a long time.
These codes are often considered “permanent” or have very long/no known expiration dates.
Borderlands 2 SHiFT Codes (Golden Keys)
| SHiFT Code | Reward | Notes |
| SXFBT-39953-J33TT-3T333-KSHW6 | 50 Golden Keys | This is a multi-game code, redeemable in BL2. |
| W3KJB-H9CBW-XRBRW-JTBTJ-9JRXK | 25 Golden Keys | Often reported as “permanent.” |
| WBK3T-BKW6T-TXTRK-JTTBT-C6BS5 | 25 Golden Keys | Often reported as “permanent.” |
| 5BW3B-F96CT-KXJFK-TB3B3-39BWZ | 20 Golden Keys | Often reported as “permanent.” |
| WS5JB-K9KHH-WRC6S-FJ3JT-ZZZZK | 10 Golden Keys | Often reported as “permanent.” |
| CSWTB-TZCZH-WFC6Z-633TT-SJ6JS | 10 Golden Keys | Often reported as “permanent.” |
| 59KBB-95FSS-WRKRH-FJJJ3-KT6K6 | 10 Golden Keys | Often reported as “permanent.” |
Borderlands 2 SHiFT Codes (Character Skins & Heads)
These codes are for the special Community Day skins/heads and the Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep skins/heads.
| SHiFT Code | Reward (Character Customization) |
| C35TB-WS6ST-TXBRK-TTTJT-JJH6H | Salvador Community Day Skin (+ 5 Keys) |
| 53KBB-KXXRC-RZ66Z-WFJBB-WSRZ3 | Zer0 Community Day Skin (+ 5 Keys) |
| 5B3BJ-XZWFW-T3KRZ-JBJTB-6WST9 | Maya Community Day Skin (+ 5 Keys) |
| W353J-RR6RC-X96R9-C63J3-RJTFW | Axton Community Day Skin (+ 5 Keys) |
| 5JWBB-9ZX9J-B636C-BBBBT-ZCWXF | Gaige Community Day Skin (+ 5 Keys) |
| CBKJ3-5FT39-ZRCCT-JTJB3-RFJ5B | Krieg Skin: My Fantasies Involve Blood |
| CBCJ3-W5TT9-S65K3-BJJ3B-XHWWC | Maya Skin: Her Violent Nature |
| 5J5TT-RCJBS-ZXWCJ-TJ3BJ-TK3FB | Salvador Skin: Bear Naked |
| CTKJ3-9CBJS-9R5WT-JBJ3T-WKXKF | Zer0 Skin: The Pandora Chainmail Massacre |
| KTK3J-FR3JS-ZX55B-B3BJ3-HSRB6 | Axton Skin: Natural Twenty |
How to Redeem Borderlands 2 Codes?
Time needed: 4 minutes
Follow these steps to redeem your Borderlands 2 SHIFT Codes Online:
- Game Redemption (Recommended for immediate use)
- Start the Game: Launch Borderlands 2 and get to the main menu.
- Go to the Menu: Select Extras from the main menu.
- Choose SHiFT: Select the SHiFT Code option.
- Log In: Log into your Gearbox SHiFT account. If you don’t have one, you will be prompted to create one.
Launch Borderlands 4.
- Enter the Code: Select the SHiFT Code button at the bottom of the screen and enter the 25-character code (including the hyphens).
- Claim Your Reward: Once the code is successfully entered, the game will confirm that the item has been added to your inventory or your Golden Keys balance.
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Online Redemption (Easier for copy/pasting)
- Go to the SHiFT Website: Navigate to the official Gearbox SHiFT website.
- Log In: Log into your SHiFT account. Make sure this account is linked to the platform you play Borderlands 2 on (Steam, PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, etc.).
- Go to Rewards: Select the Rewards section.
- Enter the Code: In the box provided, enter the SHiFT code and select the platform you want the reward on.
- Launch the Game: The next time you launch Borderlands 2 on the selected platform and load a character, the rewards (like Golden Keys) will be automatically added to your game.
Pro Tip: Golden Keys are applied to a single SHiFT account, but they are generally shared across all characters on that account. Once you have the keys, you use them at the Golden Chest located in the town of Sanctuary.
Top 5 Gameplay Strategy Tips for Borderlands 2
Here are the top 5 gameplay strategy tips for Borderlands 2, with each tip summarized in two sentences:
- Exploit Elemental Weaknesses: Always pay attention to an enemy’s health bar color—red means flesh (weak to fire), blue means shields (weak to shock), and yellow means armor (weak to corrosive). Switching to the correct element will dramatically increase your damage output and quickly shred through tough opponents, saving you ammunition and second winds.
- Use Golden Keys Wisely: Save your Golden Keys for times when you are struggling with a difficult quest or need a major gear upgrade, such as right after reaching a new Vault Hunter level cap or starting a new difficulty mode (True Vault Hunter Mode or Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode). The gear from the Golden Chest in Sanctuary always scales to your current level, providing a quick, powerful boost of Rare (blue) or Epic (purple) weapons and gear.
- Master “Get Second Wind”: When downed, prioritize aiming for the easiest enemy to kill rather than the strongest; even a tiny enemy is a valid target for a Second Wind. This mechanic is crucial for solo play and allows you to quickly get back into the fight, but remember you can only be revived by an enemy kill, not by an ally in solo mode.
- Prioritize Skill Tree Synergy: Read through your chosen Vault Hunter’s entire skill tree to plan a build that ensures your skills, mods, and gear all work together to boost a specific type of damage, status effect, or ability cooldown. Don’t be afraid to respec your skills (for a small fee at the Quick-Change Station) to experiment with different class mods and playstyles as you collect new legendary gear.
- Always Carry Different Weapon Types: Keep at least one of each weapon type—Pistol, SMG, Shotgun, Assault Rifle, Sniper, and Rocket Launcher—in your inventory to ensure you have an answer for every combat range and situation. This variety not only helps with different enemy distances but also allows you to quickly cycle through weapons when you run out of ammo for your primary choice.
More About Borderlands 2
Borderlands 2 is an acclaimed game that brilliantly merges several video game genres, specifically the action role-playing game (ARPG), first-person shooter (FPS), loot-shooter, open-world, and co-op categories. Players actively explore the hostile planet Pandora, completing diverse missions and leveling up their Vault Hunter to unlock powerful abilities. Moreover, the game’s unique cel-shaded art style and irreverent humor help set it apart from its contemporaries.
Consequently, the core of the gameplay loop is the constant acquisition of procedurally generated weapons, with a reported “bazillion” guns available. Furthermore, this intense focus on loot makes every enemy encounter a potential jackpot. With its engaging storyline, memorable characters like Handsome Jack, and refined gunplay mechanics, the game continuously offers an immense amount of content, ensuring an enjoyable experience for solo players and groups alike.
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