This update details the upcoming release of Borderlands 4 on a new handheld console and outlines several key performance and distribution aspects. The developers have confirmed that the latest installment will launch on the next-generation portable device only three weeks after its debut on other systems.
This version's projected launch date is October 3, with the game already available on other platforms since September 12. The developer’s lead communicated via social networks that the experience on the new console will retain all content from the original versions. A notable aspect is that the game will maintain cross-play compatibility, meaning players on different systems can interact without any loss of content or functionality.
The performance on the handheld is projected to operate at an average of roughly 30 frames per second second. However, there may be brief declines in frame rate during especially demanding combat sequences or when hosting a multiplayer session in portable mode. This careful balancing ensures that intensive multiplayer or action-packed scenes may see temporary performance dips without compromising the overall gameplay experience.
There is also a point of discussion regarding physical copies: purchasers will receive a Game Key Card rather than a cartridge containing the full digital game. This method has drawn criticism, as it essentially provides a key to download the game, making the title reliant on active servers even for those who buy a physical edition.
- The new version launches on October 3 for the handheld device.
- Other formats are available from September 12, covering Personal computers, Sony's PlayStation 5, and Microsoft's Xbox Series S/X.
- All game content is preserved to support cross-platform play.
- Frame performance averages 30 frames per second, with occasional dips during high-intensity gameplay.
- Physical copies use a key system for downloads rather than a fully integrated cartridge.
Fans and new players alike now have the option to choose their preferred format. The discussion continues on which system will provide the best overall experience for exploring the expansive world of Borderlands 4.