By “We do not approach this choice casually”
If you have been eager to immerse yourself in Borderlands 4 next month on the Switch 2, we regret to inform you that it has been postponed.
2K Games and Gearbox Software verified this on social media today, indicating that the team does not approach this choice lightly. The objective is to provide the “optimal experience”, hence this edition requires additional development time.
Although a new release date for Switch 2 hasn’t been disclosed yet, the goal is to synchronize it with the introduction of cross saves, which are currently being developed. In line with Nintendo’s guidelines, digital pre-orders have also been terminated.
Salutations, Vault Hunters – We must inform you that the launch of Borderlands 4 on Nintendo Switch 2 is being postponed. We do not approach this choice lightly, but are dedicated to guaranteeing we provide the optimal experience for our fans, and the game requires more development and refining time to achieve that. We also aim to better synchronize this launch with the addition of cross saves, which we acknowledge is very significant. We will keep you updated on the new release schedule once our plans are fully revised.
In line with Nintendo’s guidelines, all digital pre-orders to this point will be revoked. Customers can commence that procedure themselves now, or it will be automatically executed starting on Friday, Sept. 26. For inquiries regarding the Nintendo eShop, reach out to https://bit.ly/4niZo7h. For physical pre-orders, please contact the respective retailer.
We sincerely appreciate the input, support, and understanding of our fans and community. It’s genuinely what motivates us.
Borderlands 4 was initially launched for PC, Xbox X|S, and PlayStation 5 earlier this month on 12th September 2025. Our colleagues at Push Square believed the transition to an open world was the “right decision”, yet couldn’t overlook the console version’s “challenging performance”.
Prior to this latest development update, the Nintendo Switch 2 version was originally set for 3rd October 2025.
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Liam is a news journalist and reviewer for Hookshot Media. He has been covering games for over 15 years and is a devoted fan of numerous legendary video game characters.