Nintendo has announced that Splatoon Raiders, a single-player spin-off from the Splatoon series, will launch on Switch 2 on July 23, 2026. The reveal came via a new trailer shared through the Nintendo Today app, highlighting gameplay on the Spirhalite Islands alongside the Deep Cut trio. The company also unveiled new Deep Cut amiibo figures.
Nintendo revealed the release date for Splatoon Raiders in a trailer that appeared via notifications on the Nintendo Today app. The game, a single-player action shooter, tasks players with the role of a mechanic Inkling embarking on a high-stakes adventure across the Spirhalite Islands. Players team up with the Deep Cut musicians—Frye, Shiver, and Big Man, described by Nintendo as 'splat-tacular'—to battle Salmonid enemies, conquer raids, and salvage treasure using customizable gadgets and ink-splattering weapons. The trailer showcased new tools like an ink axe, sniper turret, a live shark attack, and a spinning ink shield, with options to upgrade and mix abilities on ink tanks. Players can customize their appearances and loadouts before setting out. Nintendo emphasized the unique Splatoon universe elements in the blurb: 'Using a variety of mechanical gadgets and ink-splattering weapons, splat scores of enemies called Salmonids, conquer raids and salvage loot on your journey.' Alongside the game, Nintendo is releasing a triple amiibo pack featuring the Deep Cut band, with bases designed to fit together for display. Pre-orders for the amiibo will be available soon, while the game is already open for pre-order on the Nintendo eShop.
