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A New Direction
Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel

A New Direction

Complete the A New Direction mission in borderlands the presequel, including the RedBelly boss fight and shutting off the jamming signal.

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Complete the A New Direction mission in borderlands the presequel, including the RedBelly boss fight and shutting off the jamming signal.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    In the initial area, defeat the Kraggons.
  2. 2
    Proceed to another Scav base and kill the enemies outside.
  3. 3
    Approach the gate, and after two turrets appear, use cover if needed to destroy them.
  4. 4
    RedBelly will open the gate, and you'll face a group of troops.
  5. 5
    Clear the compound and approach the door.
  6. 6
    A Badass Outlaw will appear; use cover, your Action Skill, and other abilities to defeat it.
  7. 7
    Go through the door the Badass Outlaw emerged from, ascend the stairs, and enter another outdoor area.
  8. 8
    Defeat the wave of Scavs and another Badass Outlaw.
  9. 9
    Proceed through the next door to initiate a boss fight.
  10. 10
    Boss: RedBelly - Initially, RedBelly is a single entity with two parts (head and body). Its attacks include a wide-radius butt slam and a laser gun.
  11. 11
    When RedBelly's health reaches a certain threshold, it splits into two separate bosses: Red (flies) and Belly (maintains previous attacks). Lil’ Scavs will spawn throughout the fight.
  12. 12
    Boss Strategy: Hang out by the vending machines just before the arena entrance. Neither Red nor Belly can enter this area, allowing you to attack them safely while using the machines for cover.
  13. 13
    After defeating RedBelly, find and press a switch on the wall opposite the entrance to open a door.
  14. 14
    Head to the top and interact with the console to shut off the jamming signal.
  15. 15
    Jack instructs you to go to the roof to do it manually.
  16. 16
    On the roof, use the console and then destroy the three relays. Each relay is guarded by Scavs and two turrets.
  17. 17
    After destroying all three relays, return to Concordia and find Jack in the city.
  18. 18
    Locate the CU5TM-TP and present the smutty recording of The Meriff to override the elevator controls.
  19. 19
    Enter the elevator to reach The Meriff's office, where you will encounter enemies and turrets.
  20. 20
    After clearing the area, enter the office and watch the ensuing scenario.
  21. 21
    Meet Janey in Concordia to complete the mission.
Tips
  • Badass Outlaws are challenging non-boss Scav enemies; use all your resources against them.
  • The vending machines near the RedBelly boss arena offer a safe zone to defeat both phases of the boss.
  • Experience Points: 15
  • Mission Completion:

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