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Take-Two has provided a brief update of sorts on the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4 which is currently missing in action.

The game was expected to be on the console last year. In fact, it was a title that that featured in Nintendo Switch’2 reveal last April. However, Borderlands 4 has been delayed indefinitely on the system and it’s unclear if it will ever release.

There’s been an interesting development with the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4 as the game has now been spotted at retail.

You may originally recall that the port was planned for release last October. However, it was delayed just a few days before release. Then in February, we heard that development had been paused. That brings us to the latest update today.

Borderlands 4 Nintendo Switch 2 delay

September 23: Borderlands 4 is seeing a delay on Nintendo Switch 2. This comes just a little more than a week until the game was expected on the console.

In a social media post, it was stated that the team is “committed to ensuring we deliver the best possible experience to our fans, and the game needs additional development and polish time to do that.” There’s hope that cross saves can be implemented as well. Nintendo eShop pre-orders will be cancelled because of the move.

Borderlands 4 trailer

Borderlands 4 will be coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in a few weeks, but to celebrate the initial launch, a new trailer has come in. It’s actually a cinematic video for the looter shooter rather than gameplay.

Those interested in learning more about the title can read the following overview:

Nintendo Switch 2 has a big fan in Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford.

Pitchford, who just now wrapped up his work on Borderlands 4, told GamesRadar that “Nintendo Switch 2 is an awesome, awesome machine – I’m so grateful for it.” He feels that the platform is “less about innovating and more about perfecting, and giving us what we want and what works.”

Borderlands 4 post-launch

2K and Gearbox Software showed up at PAX West 2025 today with the latest details about Borderlands 4, which covers endgame and post-launch content. This comes ahead of the release in about a month from now.

Here’s the full rundown, as provided by 2K:

Borderlands 4 won’t be out on Nintendo Switch 2 for another couple of months, but we now have first footage of the game. Just like we’ve seen from other third-party titles over the past few days, the video comes from a playable demo. This particular clip was filmed at Fan Expo in Canada.

The gameplay here is all docked, so we’ll have to wait a bit longer to see how Borderlands 4 looks in handheld mode. Note that everything is off-screen and not direct-feed.

Borderlands 4 split-screen co-op Switch 2

If you’re planning on picking up Borderlands 4 on Nintendo Switch 2, you should keep in mind that split-screen co-op won’t be included. On the bright side, there is support for cross-play.

Split-screen co-op will be available on other consoles. However, it won’t be offered on Nintendo’s system, according to a support page. Specifics aren’t provided as to why that is.

A note in the FAQ states the following regarding split-screen co-op for Borderlands 4 on Nintendo Switch 2:

Borderlands 4 release date

July 22: Just a short while ago, 2K and Gearbox shared the release date for Borderlands 4 on Nintendo Switch 2. The game launches on October 3, 2025.

The wait for Borderlands 4 on Nintendo Switch 2 won’t be terribly long compared to other platforms. The initial launch is happening on September 12, so it’s about a month extra.

Borderlands 4 story

Borderlands 4 just issued its latest trailer focusing on the game’s story. Fans can get immersed in the high-stakes world of Kairos as its denizens break free from the tyranny of the Timekeeper, a ruthless dictator who leads The Order – an army of synthetic soldiers. The video debuted during the Borderlands 4 Fan Fest today.

Here’s some additional information:


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