Borderlands Sales Pass 100 Million; Gearbox Offers Free Golden Keys
Gearbox and 2K marked the franchise milestone with a SHiFT code worth 20 Golden Keys in five Borderlands titles, redeemable until November 16, 2026.
Gearbox Software and 2K announced on November 2, 2026 that the Borderlands franchise has surpassed 100 million copies sold worldwide. The two companies published an official message marking the milestone, according to Game Rant.
To accompany the announcement, players can claim 20 Golden Keys in each of five participating Borderlands titles: Borderlands, Borderlands 2, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, Borderlands 3 and Borderlands 4. The keys are redeemed with the SHiFT code CZKJJ-35RH6-T9K9C-9TJJT-SXRCT.
The code is valid until November 16, 2026 and can be redeemed only once per account.
Charity matching pledge
Gearbox and 2K Foundations also pledged to match every dollar donated, up to the amount raised during the previous event, once the next edition of The Hunt begins on November 6, 2026. Donations go to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
The original Borderlands launched in 2009 and introduced players to the planet of Pandora, while Borderlands 4 arrived on September 11, 2026. Earlier in 2026, the Borderlands community raised a record-breaking $118,995.80 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through The Hunt.
Quick answers
What is the Borderlands Golden Keys SHiFT code?
The code is CZKJJ-35RH6-T9K9C-9TJJT-SXRCT and grants 20 Golden Keys in each of five Borderlands titles.
How long is the SHiFT code valid?
The code is valid until November 16, 2026 and can be redeemed only once per account.
Which games accept the Golden Keys code?
Borderlands, Borderlands 2, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, Borderlands 3 and Borderlands 4.