Nintendo Switch 2 launches Splatoon Raiders on July 23, 2026

Nintendo announced that the new action‑adventure title Splatoon Raiders will be released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on 23 July 2026. The game follows a mechanic character exploring the Spirhalite Islands with the Deep Cut trio, hunting treasures, battling varied Salmonid enemies, and collecting over 100 weapon variations. Players can choose among three tank types—Speed, Power, Tactical—and equip custom gadgets; three difficulty levels (Tourist, Raider, Survivalist) and both single‑player and cooperative multiplayer for up to four players are supported.

Pre‑order offers have been reported in several markets. In Japan, Amazon listed a 14 % discount on the physical edition and a 10 % discount on the digital code, with a limited‑edition acrylic tumbler and bag for the physical copy. In Germany, MediaMarkt is selling the game for €55.99 (down from €59.99) and includes a Splatoon‑themed towel and bonus loyalty points. The Spanish gaming magazine GTM featured Splatoon Raiders on its August 2026 cover, promoting the upcoming release.

The title retains the series’ signature ink‑based combat, is rated USK 12+, and can be played fully offline, appealing to both longtime fans and newcomers.