Refunding skill points in Borderlands 4
Borderlands 4 lets you reset your character's skill tree and reclaim all spent skill points through a feature called Respect. You access this at any Quick Change station in the game — the same vendor where you change your appearance. The cost varies by level: early levels cost very little, but the price increases as your character levels up. Once you pay, all your skill points return to your pool and you can redistribute them however you want.
The Respect feature is permanent and available from the moment you unlock Quick Change stations. There is no limit to how many times you can reset your skills, so you can experiment with different builds without penalty beyond the in-game currency cost.
Key Takeaways
- Quick Change stations are the only place to reset your skill tree; look for them in major hub areas and safe zones throughout the game.
- The cost to reset increases with your character level, so resetting at level 10 costs far less than resetting at level 50.
- When you reset, every skill point you spent returns to your available pool immediately, and you keep all your gear and inventory.
- You can reset your skills as many times as you want during a single playthrough, making it safe to try different character builds.
Where to find Quick Change stations
Quick Change stations appear in every major settlement and safe zone you visit during the campaign. The first one is usually available early in the game once you reach your first hub area. Look for a vendor kiosk with a mirror or character customization symbol — it will be marked on your map once you discover it.
If you are in a multiplayer session, any Quick Change station accessible to your group works for you. You do not need to be in a specific location or complete any quest to use the Respect feature; as long as you can reach the vendor, you can reset.
How much it costs to reset your skills
The cost to reset scales with your character level. At level 5, a reset might cost a few hundred in-game currency. By level 30, the cost climbs into the thousands. By level 50 or higher, expect to pay tens of thousands of currency per reset.
The exact cost formula depends on your current level, but the game displays the price before you confirm the reset, so you always know what you will pay. If you do not have enough currency, you cannot complete the reset until you earn more by defeating enemies and completing missions.
What happens when you reset your skill tree
When you confirm a reset at Quick Change, every skill point you have invested returns to your available pool. Your character level does not change, and you keep all your weapons, shields, grenades, and other inventory items. Only the skill tree itself resets.
After the reset, you can immediately spend your points on a different combination of skills. You do not need to leave the vendor or complete any additional steps — you can respec and redistribute in one session.
Resetting skills mid-playthrough versus after beating the game
You can reset your skills at any point during the campaign or after you finish it. Many players reset once or twice while leveling to fix early mistakes or try a new playstyle. Others wait until they reach the endgame to experiment with builds designed for higher difficulty levels.
There is no penalty for resetting early or often. The only cost is the in-game currency, which you earn back quickly by playing. Some players reset before tackling a difficult boss to optimize their build for that specific fight, then reset again afterward.
Trying different builds without losing progress
The Respect feature makes it safe to experiment. If you invest points in a skill tree branch and discover you do not like how it plays, you can reset and try something else. This is especially useful if you are unsure whether a particular skill synergizes well with your gear or playstyle.
Because resets are cheap at low levels and unlimited at any level, new players can explore different skill combinations without worrying about being locked into a bad build. By the time resets become expensive, you will have a clearer sense of what playstyle suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I lose my gear or inventory when I reset my skills?
No. Resetting your skill tree only affects your skills. Your weapons, shields, grenades, class mods, and all other items stay in your inventory exactly as they were. Only the points you spent on skills return to your pool.
Can I reset my skills in multiplayer mode?
Yes. Any player in a multiplayer session can use a Quick Change station to reset their own skills independently. Your reset does not affect other players' skill trees or characters.
What if I do not have enough currency to pay for a reset?
You cannot reset until you have enough in-game currency. The vendor will show you the cost before you confirm, so you know exactly how much you need. Defeat enemies and complete missions to earn more currency, then return to Quick Change.
Can I reset just one skill instead of the whole tree?
No. The Respect feature resets your entire skill tree at once. You cannot selectively refund individual skills — it is all or nothing. After the reset, you redistribute all your points however you choose.
Is there a limit to how many times I can reset?
No limit. You can reset as many times as you want, as long as you have the currency to pay for each reset. Some players reset multiple times per playthrough to test different builds against different enemies.