How to Level Up Past 50 in Borderlands 2

To level up past 50 in Borderlands 2, you will need to have the Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack, which is a paid DLC that is not included in the base game, or be part of the first Season Pass or the GOTY edition, as the base game without these DLCs is capped out at LVL 50. The Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack not only raises the level cap but also adds a third playthrough option known as Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode, which are independent of each other, allowing for more gameplay and loot.

Understanding Level Caps and Upgrades

The current max level in Borderlands 2 is capped at level 80 with 10 OverPowered Levels, requiring both Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Packs and the Commander Lilith and the Fight for Sanctuary DLC to reach.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the max level in Borderlands 2 without DLCs? The base game without any DLCs is capped out at LVL 50.
2. How do you increase your level cap in Borderlands 2? You need both Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Packs and the Commander Lilith and the Fight for Sanctuary DLC to reach the current max level of 80 with 10 OverPowered Levels.
3. Why am I not getting XP after 72 in Borderlands 2? You will not be able to earn experience beyond level 72 until additional downloadable content that raises the level cap is installed.
4. How do you get higher than level 72 in Borderlands 2? Beyond 72 there are the OP levels, which you can access by successfully running Digistruct Peak and then boosting yourself to the first OP level from the character selection screen.
5. What is the max badass level in Borderlands 2? 429496729 is the absolute limit to Badass Rank, with a limit of 62530 Tokens due to the game being 32-bit.
6. What is the easiest way to level up in UVHM from Level 50-72? There are specific strategies and areas that are most effective for leveling up quickly in UVHM from Level 50-72, including choosing the right enemies and locations.
7. Why is the max level in Borderlands 2 set at 72 for some players? A max level lower than 72 would contradict the gameplay style of Borderlands, where difficulty and loot quality increase through additional playthroughs.
8. What is the highest level in Borderlands 2 normal mode? Normal mode caps at level 30, except for a few DLCs that cap at 35, with enemies able to be up to two levels above yours.
9. Can you max out all skill trees in Borderlands 2? You can max one skill tree, and the farthest you can go down a second tree is the fourth tier.
10. How long does it take to 100 percent Borderlands 2? Completing Borderlands 2 to 100% can take around 130 Hours, depending on your focus on main objectives or exploring all aspects of the game.
11. What is the best boss to farm for XP in Borderlands 2? Saturn, BNK3R, and the Warrior are all great farming targets for XP.
12. At what level does Borderlands 2 end? The game ends with the player around level 35 by the end of the first playthrough, with the second playthrough scaling enemies and leveling you up to 50.
13. How many times can a Goliath level up in Borderlands 2? A Goliath can be allowed to level up four times before killing it, with low-level Goliaths found in the Frostburn Canyon area.
14. What level should I start True Vault Hunter mode? Starting True Vault Hunter mode at level 33-36 is recommended, after finishing the DLC and other side quests.
15. What is the most OP class in Borderlands 2? Salvador and Krieg are often considered the most powerful classes due to their extreme synergies and abilities that can make them nearly invincible with the right playstyle.