Unleashing Chaos: Why Krieg Deserves a Comeback in Borderlands

The Borderlands franchise is renowned for three distinct qualities: its crude humor, a vast array of weaponry, and memorable characters that players can control. These characters, known as Borderlands' Vault Hunters, are essential to the franchise and offer unique gameplay opportunities. From the famous Siren class to the beloved Gunzerker, the creativity and charm of these Vault Hunters are what make Borderlands special. As the franchise moves forward, fans are curious to see how developer Gearbox will continue to innovate with its playable characters.

With each new Borderlands game, there is a shift in the roster of Vault Hunters. For example, in Borderlands 2, none of the Vault Hunters from the first game were available as playable characters. Instead, they appeared as non-playable characters (NPCs), which continued in both the DLC and base game of Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, as well as Borderlands 3. While this approach ensures fresh experiences for each new game, it does mean that some fan-favorite Vault Hunters don't receive as much attention. For Borderlands 4, Gearbox should consider bringing back at least one Vault Hunter as a playable character, and a strong candidate for this role is Krieg, the resident psycho from Borderlands 2.

Krieg The Psycho In Borderlands 2 Explained

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Although not one of the four main Vault Hunters in Borderlands 2, Krieg undeniably left a lasting impact on the franchise. Initially introduced as a downloadable content Vault Hunter, Krieg belongs to the league of psychos in Borderlands, characterized by their bloodlust and insanity. However, beneath his psychotic demeanor lies a complex character grappling with his own sanity. Consequences of inhumane experimentation have left Krieg in a constant struggle between his violent outward persona and his inner voice of reason.

When it comes to gameplay, Krieg remains a remarkably exhilarating and distinctive Vault Hunter. His skillset revolves around melee combat, highlighted by his Buzz Axe Rampage Action Skill that enhances his melee damage, movement speed, and provides healing with each successful melee kill. In typical psycho fashion, Krieg's skillset opposes conventional gameplay mechanics in Borderlands, often urging players to absorb damage in order to grow stronger. This transforms Krieg into a high-risk, high-reward character, introducing a completely fresh approach to the game.

Why Borderlands 4 Should Reintroduce Krieg As A Playable Vault Hunter

There is limited information available about Borderlands 4 news, but if Gearbox wants to make a big impact on fans, they should seriously consider bringing back Krieg as a playable character. Krieg appeared in Borderlands 3, particularly in the Fantastic Fustercluck DLC, allowing players to delve into his mind and understand the rational aspects of his personality. It would be a missed opportunity to not have Krieg as a playable Vault Hunter again, particularly considering his ongoing battle with his psycho side, especially after Maya's death in Borderlands 3. Furthermore, Gearbox has the potential to enhance and expand Krieg's abilities in a more compelling manner than in Borderlands 2.

There is much anticipation for Borderlands 4 to surpass the success of Borderlands 3 and Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, while maintaining the franchise's signature offbeat humor and fast-paced gameplay. Although it is still early to determine the characteristics of the upcoming Vault Hunters, Gearbox should highly consider the narrative and gameplay possibilities that would arise from bringing back Krieg as a playable character. Borderlands 2 is often regarded as a standout moment in the franchise, and reintroducing one of its most captivating Vault Hunters could greatly elevate the next mainline entry of the franchise.