Borderlands 4 Heading to Nintendo Switch 2: What Players Need to Know About FOV Options and Performance

Borderlands 4, the highly anticipated entry in Gearbox Software’s acclaimed first-person shooter series, is set to arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 3, just a few weeks after its initial rollout on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Published by 2K Games, this latest installment follows the franchise’s tradition of over-the-top action and loot-driven gameplay, and early reviews indicate that players have plenty to be excited about as the game makes its debut on Nintendo’s next-generation hardware. Since its launch on primary platforms, Borderlands 4 has garnered enthusiastic praise from critics.

The game boasts a strong Metacritic average of 84, with outlets like Destructoid hailing it as “the best in the series in terms of gameplay and fun,” and Gamesradar describing it as having “the essence of a finale shootout spread across an entire game, with a staggering amount of guns enabling pure chaos.” Video Games Chronicle (VGC) echoed these sentiments, stating that Borderlands 4 “reminds us exactly why the original entries were so beloved, learning from past mistakes and evolving the formula.” One recurring point of feedback from the community, however, has involved the game's field-of-view (FOV) settings.

Many players have expressed concerns about the default FOV feeling a bit restricted, leading to a more confined visual experience, particularly noticeable in fast-paced FPS titles.

In response to this, Gearbox Software has acknowledged the issue and confirmed its intention to address FOV adjustments in upcoming updates for the game.

While the developer is committed to ensuring player comfort on supported platforms, there has not yet been an explicit confirmation regarding the availability of an FOV slider option for the Nintendo Switch 2 version. Adjustable FOV settings can impact a game's performance, and considering that the Nintendo Switch 2 port already requires some compromises to maintain smooth gameplay—such as reduced frame rates compared to other systems—there is understandable uncertainty about whether this option will carry over intact.

Nevertheless, Gearbox has built Borderlands 4 for Switch 2 alongside other versions, with the developer emphasizing the importance of an optimized experience tailored to Nintendo players.

This parallel development gives hope that essential features and quality-of-life improvements will be prioritized for the Switch 2 audience. Borderlands 4’s Switch 2 edition marks a significant commitment from both Gearbox and 2K Games to bring modern blockbuster titles to Nintendo’s latest platform.

Fans are eager to see how the loot-fueled chaos translates to handheld and docked modes, and many are watching closely to see how gameplay performance measures up, especially around visual ergonomics and customization options like FOV. As the October 3 release date approaches, further details regarding technical features for the Switch 2 version may emerge.

The Nintendo eShop listing for Borderlands 4 and subsequent updates from Gearbox Software and 2K Games will offer more clarity.

For now, the critical consensus remains highly positive, and anticipation is building as Borderlands 4 prepares to blast its way onto Nintendo’s next-generation console.

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