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EntertainmentNintendo announces Splatoon Raiders exclusively for Switch 2 on July 23
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Nintendo has announced Splatoon Raiders, a new single-player focused action-shooter spin-off from the Splatoon series, launching exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23. Players take on the role of a mechanic working with the musical trio Deep Cut to explore the Spirhalite Islands, collect treasures, and defeat hordes of Salmonids. The game features character leveling, weapon and device customization via Speed, Power, or Tactical tank choices, and supports up to four players online or via local wireless. Solo players can call for help or offer assistance for rewards. New Joy-Con 2 controller colors inspired by Deep Cut and amiibo figures of Frye, Shiver, and Big Man will also be available. A prequel comic, 'Deep Cut's Island Misadventures,' is available exclusively on the Nintendo Today! app.
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Equip mechanical devices, arm yourself with a wide variety of weapons, and defeat waves of enemies in Splatoon Raiders, a new spin-off game from the Splatoon series. Focused on single-player mode and the action-shooter genre, the game launches today exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2.
Game Overview
In Splatoon Raiders, you take on the role of a mechanic working with members of the adventurous musical trio Deep Cut. Together, you will:
- Explore the Spirhalite Islands in search of undiscovered treasures
- Repel hordes of malicious Salmonids that stand between you and the treasure
One of the Deep Cut members can accompany you on your mission, piloting a powerful robot and providing their unique attack, the "Showstopper."
Progression and Customization
Almost everything you collect can make you stronger. Level up your character and enhance your weapons and devices with the artifacts and treasures you find on your island excursions.
The devices you can use depend on your tank choice:
- Speed
- Power
- Tactical
Choose your favorite according to your preferred playstyle and customize your devices for an even more personalized experience.
Multiplayer Options
You don't have to take on the raids alone. Join up to three other players online¹ or via local wireless connection² to conquer raids and accumulate riches as you progress together. Even when playing solo, you can call for help from other players or offer assistance and receive rewards.
Additional Features
Customize your devices at home with:
- New Joy-Con 2 controller colors, inspired by Deep Cut
- Brand-new amiibo figures*³ featuring Frye, Shiver, and Big Man in their new in-game appearances
All items will be available on July 23.
Prequel Comic
Deepen your knowledge of Splatoon with Deep Cut's Island Misadventures, the official comic that serves as a prequel to Splatoon Raiders. It is available exclusively on the Nintendo Today! app for smart devices.
Release Date
Splatoon Raiders launches exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23. Get ready for an exciting treasure hunt full of ink and defeat waves of enemies in this new action-shooter game set in the Splatoon universe.
*¹ Online play requires a Nintendo Switch Online membership. *² Local wireless play requires multiple Nintendo Switch 2 systems. *³ amiibo figures sold separately.
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Splatoon Raiders Announced Exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2