The chaotic world of Borderlands 4 is filled with quirky quests, but one of the most confusing is the Hackey Smack bounty contract. Many players have run into issues completing it, mainly because of a misleading map marker during the final step.
If you’ve hit the infamous Hackey Smack bug or simply can’t finish the bounty, this guide will walk you through everything—from starting the quest to fixing the hand-in problem.
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How to Start the Hackey Smack Contract
You can begin the Hackey Smack contract at the Shut-Eye Keep Safehouse in The Fadefields. Talk to Rush, who explains that local Rippers have stolen a mysterious item called the Hackey Smack. Nobody really knows what it does, but it’s too important to leave in enemy hands.
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Rewards for Completing Hackey Smack
- Experience Points (XP)
- Cash
- Eridium
- Random gear drop (weapons or shields, rarity varies)
Step 1: Travel to The Howl
After picking up the bounty, your mission log will update and highlight a search area in The Howl, just beyond the Launchpad town.
Follow the yellow zone marker on your map to reach the region. Be prepared—Rippers guard the area in groups, so clear them out before searching for the Hackey Smack.
Step 2: Find and Retrieve the Hackey Smack
Inside the highlighted zone, search the debris on the ground. The Hackey Smack device glows, making it easier to spot.
When you pick it up, you’ll notice something unusual—you have to physically carry the Hackey Smack back. That means no fast travel.
Tips for Carrying the Hackey Smack:
- If terrain blocks your way, you can throw the item across gaps or drop it down ledges.
- Don’t worry if it lands awkwardly—you can pick it up again.
- Avoid losing it in unreachable spots; otherwise, you’ll need to restart the quest.
Step 3: Return and Deposit the Hackey Smack (Bug Fix Included)
Here’s where most Vault Hunters get stuck. Instinct says to deposit the Hackey Smack at the console inside the safehouse, but this triggers the Hackey Smack bug, causing the quest marker to glitch.
The correct deposit location is outside the Shut-Eye Keep Safehouse. Look for a deposit chute/box at the foot of the building. Walk up to it with the Hackey Smack and press the interact button when the prompt appears.
Common Issues & Hackey Smack Bug Fix
- Do NOT use the contract console inside the safehouse. It will bug the quest.
- Don’t fast travel while carrying the Hackey Smack—this cancels the bounty.
- If you drop it in a weird location, restart the contract to reset the item.
The Hackey Smack bounty is a perfect example of Borderlands’ chaotic design—fun, confusing, and buggy all at once. Now that you know exactly where to deposit the Hackey Smack, you can save yourself frustration and finish the quest without issue.
Whether you were stuck on the Hackey Smack bug or just couldn’t find the hand-in location, this guide should help you complete one of the trickiest side missions in Borderlands 4.
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