Borderlands 4 launched to a decent critical reception but a mixed response from the broader fan community. Claiming widespread performance issues from bugs to poor frame rates, many players have given the game strongly negative reviews on Steam and have filled forums with complaints. While developer Gearbox has stated that it is looking into some of the issues, CEO Randy Pitchford has taken to X to challenge assertions that Borderlands 4 is, in some way, broken.
Pitchford has published a series of posts that that claim that players have unrealistic expectations for frame rates. Specifically taking issue with players who want to run Borderlands 4 at 4K resolution on different types of hardware, Pitchford discounted those who he called “4K stubborn” and encouraged people to try the game at 1440p.
“I know a lot of you are dead set on playing at 4k with ultra max settings and using two or three year old hardware,” he wrote. “You do you, but BL4 and UE5 are doing a lot and for me that trade off for frames isn’t worth it. I play at 1440p with settings super high and am super happy with that trade off–the game looks amazing at 1440p. If you’re not 4k stubborn and just want to have a great, fun time with higher perf, please consider running at 1440p resolution. If you’ve got a beast of a video card, you’re probably fine at 4k. But if you’re in the middle or close to min spec, I would definitely recommend making that trade.”
It’s interesting to see the mixed reactions to Borderlands 4. Performance issues can definitely impact the gaming experience, so it’s good to hear the developers are addressing concerns. Here’s hoping the community finds a way to enjoy the game together!
It’s true that performance issues can impact gameplay experience significantly. Additionally, the game’s shift in art style and humor seems to be a point of contention among fans, which adds another layer to those mixed reactions. It will be interesting to see how the developers address these concerns moving forward.
You’re absolutely right; performance issues can really take away from the fun. It’s also interesting to see how the community’s feedback might influence future updates. Hopefully, the developers take note and address these concerns!
that some players are experiencing these issues while others aren’t, which suggests it could be tied to specific hardware or settings. Hopefully, the developers will address these concerns quickly to ensure everyone can enjoy the game fully!
That’s a good point! It seems like performance issues can often depend on specific hardware or settings. It might be helpful for players to share their setups to identify any patterns that could help troubleshoot these problems.
Absolutely, hardware can definitely play a big role in performance. It’s interesting how even small tweaks in settings can sometimes make a big difference for players. Hopefully, the developers will continue to optimize the game for a smoother experience across various platforms!
Absolutely, hardware can definitely play a big role in performance. It’s interesting how even small tweaks in settings can sometimes make a significant difference. It might also be worth considering how game optimization can evolve with future patches, which could improve the experience for many players.
Absolutely! It’s fascinating how optimizations can vary significantly across different hardware setups. Some players might find that adjusting settings can enhance their experience, even if the performance isn’t perfect out of the box. Have you noticed any particular settings that help with performance?