Summary
- Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford claims that the Switch 2 is a perfect platform for Borderlands 4, enabling the team to make the best version.
- Pitchford specifically mentioned how the Switch 2 can be used to connect with friends.
- The game will be released on September 12.
Gearbox head Randy Pitchford hyped up Borderlands 4 in a new Creator's Voice video from Nintendo, sharing what he thinks makes the Switch 2 version of the game so exciting. Pitchford stated that the Switch 2 port of the game actually helped with development, saying it's "astonishing" how good a fit Borderlands 4 is on the platform. Borderlands 4 was confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2 earlier this year, with both the console and game being among some of the highest-profile releases of the year.
While hard to believe, it's been almost six whole years since the last Borderlands game, with developers promising the upcoming Borderlands 4 will deliver exciting gameplay twists, funny storylines, and, of course, tons of weapons. Weapon variety has remained king throughout the Borderlands franchise, something that will ring true once again with Borderlands 4, a game that has managed to build up a considerable chunk of hype and excitement behind it. While anticipation has been brewing for some time regarding the next Borderlands project, it certainly helps that Borderlands 4 will be available on the Switch 2, with Gearbox's boss recently sharing his thoughts on this collaboration with Nintendo.
Borderlands 4 Looks Less Mad Max, More Mass Effect
Based on what has been revealed so far, Borderlands 4 may be largely leaving behind its dystopian western feel for something more akin to Mass Effect.
Nintendo recently published a new Creator's Voice video detailing the Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4, which shows Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford sharing why this release is so exciting. Pitchford claims the Switch 2 is a "perfect platform" for the game, as it actually helped Borderlands 4 development. Due to Borderlands 4's different classes, playing with friends will likely be the optimal experience. Pitchford specifically mentioned how the Switch 2 can be used to connect with friends, possibly indicating that some changes to the Borderlands 4 co-op system may have been made.
Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford Claims Switch 2 Version of Borderlands 4 Is 'Perfect'
Pitchford went on to discuss the power behind the Switch 2, calling it an "incredible machine." "We don't feel like we're fighting the system," said Pitchford, explaining that the Switch 2 actually enabled the team to make the best version of Borderlands 4 it could. The Switch 2 is certainly a step up from its original version, sporting improved hardware as well as redesigned Joy-Cons. This added power has allowed the Switch 2 to run games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Borderlands 4, ushering Nintendo into a new era of handheld gaming.
Borderlands 4 releases on September 12, 2025, and will be a big day for fans of the series. Not only is Borderlands 4 making changes to the skill tree system, but new classes and characters are being introduced. Humor has remained a core part of the Borderlands experience, and this remains true in Borderlands 4, though most of the footage shown off so far has focused on the action. More information was dropped about Borderlands 4 at PAX East, with all signs indicating that this will be a game to watch as the year continues.
Borderlands 4
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 82 /100 Critics Rec: 88%
- Released
- September 12, 2025
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- Gearbox Software
- Publisher(s)
- 2K
