Summary
- Splatoon Raiders announced as a spinoff for Switch 2, featuring the Deep Cut trio in a new area.
- Players take on the role of a mechanic with homemade gear, exploring Spirhalite Islands.
- Splatoon 3 update on June 12 was confirmed alongside the new game, featuring improved visuals and crossplay.
Nintendo announces Splatoon Raiders for the Switch 2, a spinoff title that sees the return of the Deep Cut trio inside a new explorable area. Following the major success of Splatoon 3, fans have been wondering where the franchise would be heading next, though it's likely that most didn't expect to see a new game announcement just days after the Switch 2 launch.
Nintendo's Splatoon franchise has become a major IP for the company, thanks to its focus on third-person multiplayer action. In fact, Splatoon 3 became a massive hit for Nintendo, selling over 10 million copies in its first three months after launch. With the Switch 2 now available, fans have begun to wonder what's next for the shooter franchise and where the company would take it. Thanks to a new announcement, Splatoon fans have finally gotten an answer.
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As part of an update on the Nintendo Today app, the company revealed Splatoon Raiders, a new spinoff game within the franchise coming to the Switch 2. The debut trailer showcases Deep Cut, a trio of characters originally introduced in Splatoon 3, as they travel to a new location called the Spirhalite Islands chasing a new rumor, eventually becoming stranded after a crash-landing. Unfortunately, Nintendo didn't share too much else in terms of gameplay or even a potential launch window.
Splatoon Raiders Coming to the Nintendo Switch 2
While details remain slim, Nintendo has confirmed that players will be taking the role of a mechanic with a mysterious background. Newly added images of the character also show off what appears to be homemade gear, including a weapon that appears to utilize common items like a bottle and rope, alongside a makeshift backpack and even a walking robot. Players will have a base of operations in a floating ship and Nintendo promises that the island will have a unique atmosphere. Interestingly enough, the game appears to be heavily inspired by the Splatoon 3 single-player campaign, with no mention of a multiplayer side as of yet.
Even with a new game announcement, Nintendo isn't forgetting about Splatoon 3 either. Alongside the Splatoon Raiders reveal, the company also confirmed a big new update coming on June 12. Even after announcing an end to regular updates for Splatoon 3, Nintendo is using Version 10 to add tons of new content and quality of life improvements. In fact, Splatoon 3 will have improved visuals and frame rate on the Switch 2, with crossplay ensuring that players on either console can continue to battle one another.
- Developer(s)
- Nintendo EPD
- Publisher(s)
- Nintendo
- Franchise
- Splatoon
In the role of a mechanic, players will go on an adventure in the mysterious Spirhalite Islands alongside the splat-tacular Deep Cut trio.
- Platform(s)
- Nintendo Switch 2
