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Gearbox Indefinitely Delays Borderlands 4 for Nintendo Switch 2 Days Before Launch

Gearbox says the Switch 2 version needs more polish to coincide with planned cross-save support.

Overview

  • The Switch 2 release, previously set for October 3, was pushed back roughly a week before launch with no new date provided.
  • Gearbox cited a need for additional development and polish and said it hopes to time the release with the addition of cross saves.
  • All digital pre-orders on the Nintendo eShop will be canceled, with automatic refunds beginning September 26, and customers can request refunds now.
  • Borderlands 4 launched on September 12 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, and Gearbox has issued a PC stability patch following performance complaints.
  • CEO Randy Pitchford defended the game’s optimization, advised players to adjust settings, and indicated a PS5 Pro patch is in development, as the game has reportedly surpassed 2.5 million players and $150 million in revenue.