Borderlands 4 Noisy Cricket Guide
The Noisy Cricket is one of the more playful Legendary weapons in Borderlands 4. Inspired by the tiny alien pistol from Men in Black, it delivers big impact in a small package. Even if its raw stats don’t make it top-tier, the references and explosive behavior make it a fan-favorite collectible.
How to Get the Noisy Cricket in Borderlands 4
The Noisy Cricket drops from Sidney Pointylegs, a Ripper boss located at The Prospects Drill Site in the Fadefields. This farm is accessible early in the campaign, making it one of the quicker Legendary grinds available. Pointylegs has a dedicated loot pool that includes both the Noisy Cricket pistol and the Swarm ordnance.
For faster farming, clear the enemies around the site before starting your loop. You can respawn the boss quickly using Moxxi’s Big Encore Machine nearby, which saves you from long travel times.
Noisy Cricket Weapon Effect
The pistol is deceptively small but fires shock rounds that explode on impact with a wide splash radius. Like its movie counterpart, the recoil is massive and can knock you back if you’re not braced for it.
Its red text flavor line reads “Feel like I’m gonna break this damn thing!” which directly nods to the film. While it isn’t the strongest sidearm in Kairos, the explosive effect makes it a fun choice for mob clearing and chaos builds.
Best Uses for Noisy Cricket
The Noisy Cricket shines most when paired with splash damage boosts or characters who can manage knockback. It’s not ideal for precise boss fights, but it’s great for cleaning up weaker mobs or just enjoying the absurd recoil.
Vault Hunters like Rafa with ammo sustain, or Harlowe with elemental synergy, can get the most out of it. For everyone else, it’s more of a novelty weapon worth keeping in your collection.
Final Blurb
The Noisy Cricket in Borderlands 4 may not top DPS charts, but it’s one of the most entertaining Legendaries to use. Between its explosive shots, wild recoil, and iconic movie reference, it’s worth farming from Sidney Pointylegs just to experience it.
A true toy gun with a real punch.
FAQ
Where do you farm the Noisy Cricket in Borderlands 4?
It drops from Sidney Pointylegs at The Prospects Drill Site in the Fadefields.
Is the Noisy Cricket good for boss fights?
Not really. Its recoil and splash spread make it better for mobs than single-target fights.
What makes the Noisy Cricket unique?
It has explosive shock shots, heavy knockback, and a direct Men in Black Easter egg in its description.
Can the Noisy Cricket be used early in the game?
Yes, Sidney Pointylegs can be reached fairly early, so you can farm it before mid-game.
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