Borderlands 4 Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 3
Pre-orders available today for all three editions, allowing players to explore Kairos on the go in the boldest Borderlands to date
Sydney, Australia – August 1, 2025 – Today, 2K and Gearbox Software announced that the Nintendo Switch™ 2 version of Borderlands® 4 is available for pre-order. The game will launch on October 3, 2025. Borderlands 4 is the next instalment in the critically and commercially successful franchise, and the Nintendo Switch™ 2 System allows players to experience all the mayhem of the looter-shooter on the go.
“On behalf of the amazing team at Gearbox, I am thrilled we can bring Borderlands 4 to Nintendo Switch 2 so quickly,” said Gearbox founder and president Randy Pitchford. “The new features of the Nintendo Switch 2 system make it an amazing way to experience our biggest and best Borderlands game completely as we have designed and crafted it for fans and friends to have fun looting and shooting.”
Players can look forward to a range of supported features on Nintendo Switch 2, including full online co-op multiplayer, local play, and GameChat to get connected with friends and family at the push of a button.* Additionally, players can show off an incredible new weapon drop, or get advice on a difficult Vault boss by sharing their game screen** while chatting and connect a compatible USB-C® camera to see friends’ faces as they explore Kairos.
Borderlands 4 makes it easier than ever for friends to jump into co-op multiplayer with a new system for players to form parties online* and stay together when switching game modes.** Designed for co-op from the ground up, Borderlands 4 features instanced loot for each player, dynamic level scaling, and individual difficulty to keep the party together and having fun through the whole campaign.
The Joy-Con™ 2 mouse feature of the Nintendo Switch 2 System allows players to dominate enemies with dynamic movement abilities and handle literally billions of weapons with deadly aim. Additionally, virtual game cards add flexibility to digital game libraries, enabling users to load the chaos of Borderlands 4 between systems linked to the same Nintendo Account and even lend out to Nintendo Account family group members.
Players will take up the mantle of one of four new Vault Hunters: Vex, Rafa, Harlowe, and Amon. These deadly warriors have unique abilities that introduce even more ways to crush, bash and destroy enemies. Borderlands 4 features a varied, seamless world, and brand new traversal mechanics help players explore the sprawling planet Kairos to face off against the tyrannical Timekeeper and his Order.
Borderlands 4 offers three editions of the game: Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition, and Super Deluxe Edition.
All editions are available for pre-order today and will release worldwide for the Nintendo Switch 2 System on October 3, 2025. Players who pre-order one of these editions will receive the Gilded Glory Pack***, which includes one Vault Hunter Skin, one Weapon Skin, and an ECHO-4 Drone Skin.
- The Standard Edition includes the base game and will be available for AUD$119.95 / NZD$129.95 on Nintendo Switch™ 2.
- The Deluxe Edition will feature a variety of bonus items and will be available for AUD$159.95 / NZD$169.95 on Nintendo Switch™ 2.
- This edition includes the Bounty Pack Bundle****, featuring four separate post-launch DLC packs, each with distinct areas, new missions, and unique bosses; four Vault Cards with unique challenges and rewards; new gear and weapons; four new vehicles, and Vault Hunter cosmetics; and the Firehawk’s Fury Weapon Skin.
- The Super Deluxe Edition will include all bonus digital content from the Deluxe Edition and will be available for AUD$199.95 / NZD$209.95 on Nintendo Switch™ 2.
- This edition also includes the Vault Hunter Pack*****, featuring two new Story Packs, each featuring a new Vault Hunter, story, and side missions; two new map regions; new gear and weapons; more Vault Hunter cosmetics; and new ECHO-4 cosmetics.
- Additionally, it offers the Ornate Order Pack with four Vault Hunter Skins, four Vault Hunter Heads and four Vault Hunter Bodies.
Additionally, players can look forward to a robust roadmap of free and paid post-launch content rolling out following the launch of Borderlands 4. Full details will be revealed at a later date.
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Adrian Gunning Adrian lives in Melbourne Australia and has a huge passion for gaming, technology and pop culture. He recently finished his a Bachelor of Journalism and is currently focusing on games journalism. When not writing and playing video games, Adrian can be found in Comics 'R' Us debating the pros of the DC Universe and cons of the Marvel Universe.
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