Nintendo Sets July Release for Splatoon Raiders Spin-Off on Switch 2
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Nintendo has announced Splatoon Raiders, a single-player action shooter spin-off, will launch on July 23rd for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features the Deep Cut trio and focuses on treasure hunting using gadgets and ink weapons. New amiibo figures for the game will also be available for pre-order.
Facts First
- Splatoon Raiders launches July 23rd on the Nintendo Switch 2.
- The single-player spin-off features treasure hunting with the Deep Cut band (Frye, Shiver, Big Man).
- Gameplay involves using mechanical gadgets and ink weapons to fight Salmonids and salvage loot.
- New Deep Cut amiibo will be sold in a triple pack with interlocking bases.
- The game and amiibo are available for pre-order via the Nintendo eShop.
What Happened
Nintendo announced a July 23rd release date for Splatoon Raiders, a single-player action shooter spin-off from the Splatoon series, on the Nintendo Switch 2. A new trailer revealed players will take on the role of a mechanic traveling with the Deep Cut trio—Frye, Shiver, and Big Man—across the Spirhalite Islands. Gameplay involves customising appearances and loadouts to use gadgets and ink-splattering weapons against Salmonid enemies in raids to find treasure. Nintendo is also releasing new amiibo figures of the Deep Cut band, sold in a triple pack with bases designed to fit together, available for pre-order soon.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy the Splatoon universe or single-player action games, this offers a new way to experience that world with a focus on exploration and customisation. The release is tied to the new Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, which may influence your decision on when to upgrade your console. The collectible amiibo could be of interest if you enjoy physical game merchandise.
What's Next
Splatoon Raiders and the Deep Cut amiibo triple pack are available for pre-order via the Nintendo eShop. The game's launch on July 23rd may be part of a broader software lineup for the Switch 2, which could include other major titles like a potential Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake reportedly planned for later in the year.