Modded Borderlands 4 weapons hit eBay, but sellers report slim profits

Borderlands 4 has only just launched, but fans are already testing the limits of its systems—modded weapons and fully loaded characters are now surfacing for sale on eBay.

The game’s release has been anything but smooth. PC players have reported widespread performance issues, leading to frustration across forums and social media. The backlash intensified after Gearbox’s CEO appeared to downplay optimization concerns, prompting accusations that the studio is ignoring its community.

At the center of the current controversy is Borderlands 4’s newly introduced weapon modding system, which gives players unprecedented control over gun parts and effects. Unlike earlier titles that relied on randomized loot, this more transparent system has opened the door for modders to create highly customized weapons—and sell them.

A quick look at eBay’s completed listings reveals a thriving gray market. Modded legendary guns are being listed for $3 to $10, while max-level characters are selling for as much as $30 to $55. Still, sellers say the profits are underwhelming.

Speaking to Eurogamer, one modder admitted sales have been slow: “Not very successful. I’ve sold maybe three or four since release—around £15 to £20 total—which doesn’t even cover the cost to build the guns. But I don’t do this to make money or profit.”

The main barrier? High upfront costs. Modders often have to pay data miners for access to decrypted weapon tables, which break down stats like rarity, manufacturer, and part types. These tools can cost between £50 and £100, leaving most sellers in the red.

While some players are clearly tempted by the chance to skip the grind and grab powerful loot, the Borderlands 4 gray market seems more like a niche curiosity than a money-making venture—and yet another layer in what’s becoming a rocky and contentious launch.