Gearbox Software has announced a delay for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4, which was originally scheduled for release on October 3. The company stated that the delay is intended to allow for “additional development and polish time.” Gearbox plans to share a new release date once their schedule has been fully updated. All digital preorders for this version will be canceled as part of this process.
The studio emphasized its commitment to delivering an optimal experience for players, indicating that this decision was made after careful consideration. Gearbox aims to synchronize the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 edition with the introduction of a cross-save feature, though the timeline for this functionality remains uncertain.
Borderlands 4 was released for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S on September 12. Since its launch, the game has faced criticism for performance issues, leading to Gearbox releasing a patch last week aimed at improving stability for the PC version. Reports also indicate that the game did not perform well during demonstrations on the Nintendo Switch 2 at both Gamescom and PAX West, raising questions about its readiness for the platform.
Source: https://www.theverge.com/news/784277/borderlands-4-nintendo-switch-2-delay