Gearbox praises success of the Switch 2 and plans more games

The CEO of Gearbox, Randy Pitchford, made a significant statement about the success of the Nintendo Switch 2. In an interview with GamesRadar+ at Gamescom 2025, Pitchford stated that "Nintendo has just had the most successful console launch in the history of video game consoles."

Pitchford's praise extended to the machine itself, which he called "an amazing, amazing machine." He pointed out that, unlike the Wii, the Switch 2 "is not about innovating but more about perfecting," and "giving us what we want and what works." Pitchford also said that Nintendo "has invested a lot, not only in hardware, but in software, and making it easier than ever to connect with other people."

Pitchford's confidence in the new platform from Nintendo is already translating into releases. Gearbox has confirmed that Borderlands 4 will be released for the Switch 2 next month. The CEO of Gearbox said he "loved the Switch" and "loved my Switch 2" and that "I want to bring more games to it."

Although Randy Pitchford did not reveal which games would be released in the future, he reiterated Gearbox's willingness to be "on platforms where people want us to be." Pitchford's statement is a good sign for Nintendo fans who are hoping for more titles from major developers.

Randy Pitchford's statement about the success of the Nintendo Switch 2 demonstrates Gearbox's confidence in the new platform. Do you believe that more developers will follow Gearbox's example and focus on optimizing their games for the Switch 2?