Borderlands 4 Launch Dates Revealed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Worldwide
Gearbox Software’s highly anticipated Borderlands 4 is set to release globally on October 2,2025,for PC,followed by a staggered rollout to other platforms beginning October 3,2025. The game’s arrival on the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2 is also confirmed, marking a significant expansion for the franchise.
The release schedule caters to a global audience, wiht launch times varying by region. Borderlands 4 will first become available in Los Angeles at PDT on October 2nd. Players in New Zealand will be among the first to experience the game on the Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms at NZST on October 3rd, followed by Sydney (AEST), Tokyo (JST), and Singapore (SGT) on the same day. European players can expect access starting with London (BST) and Paris (It’s) on October 3rd, with New York (EDT) following shortly after.
Confirmed Global Release times:
Thursday, October 2, 2025:
PDT (Los Angeles)
Friday, October 3, 2025:
NZST (Wellington)
AEST (Sydney)
JST (Tokyo)
SGT (Singapore)
BST (London)
It’s (Paris)
EDT (New York)
The announcement comes as Gearbox prepares a substantial Day 1 patch for borderlands 4, addressing pre-release performance concerns, particularly on PC. Progress chief Randy Pitchford stated the patch “does a lot,” and is essentially required for optimal gameplay. This indicates a commitment to delivering a polished experience despite initial performance anxieties within the gaming community.
