Splatoon Raiders Gets Official Release Date and New Trailer

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  • Primary Subject: Splatoon Raiders
  • Key Update: A single-player spin-off featuring Deep Cut and Salmon Run-style gameplay has been officially announced.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: April 21, 2026
  • Quick Answer: Splatoon Raiders is a single-player spin-off launching July 23 for $49.99 on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring island exploration, character customization, and Salmon Run-style combat.

Splatoon Raiders officially has a release date.

The upcoming spin-off has players meeting Frye, Shiver, and Big Man once more in an all-new addition to the franchise. Splatoon Raiders will be a refreshing inclusion to the Splatoon line of games, as it features all-new gameplay.

Here's everything to know about Splatoon Raider's launch.

Nintendo Drops Release Date for Splatoon Raiders

It's been almost a year since Nintendo first revealed Splatoon Raiders. They've kept tight-lipped about the project - until now, that is.

Two animated characters, one with blue hair and another with yellow hair, stand confidently on a pier with a friendly manta ray in the center against an ocean backdrop.
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Credit: Nintendo

On April 21, Nintendo dropped the official trailer for Splatoon Raiders, the single-player spin-off of the beloved Splatoon series. You play as a mechanic embarking on an adventure across the Spirhalite Islands. The trailer features a customization screen, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the Splatoon universe.

With the Deep Cut Trio, you travel the islands and loot for treasure - while also defeating enemy Salmonids along the way. The trailer also featured the ability to customize and upgrade your weapon loadout, ensuring you'll be able to blast away any enemy you face.

You'll be able to defeat the Salmonids, conquer raids, and kick off on a one-of-a-kind Splatoon adventure!

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Splatoon Raiders will be landing exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23. It is currently available for pre-order on the Nintendo eShop. Besides the game, Amiibos featuring the Deep Cut trio will also be made available alongside the game.

Alt text: "Three Splatoon Raiders Amiibo figures on stands: Shiver with blue hair, Big Man resembling a manta ray, and Frye with yellow hair. Release date: July 23, 2026."
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Credit: Nintendo

READ MORE: Splatoon Raiders: Everything We Know About the New Nintendo Switch 2 Spin-Off

The title retails for $49.99. Currently, there is no word on pre-order bonuses and other editions of the game.

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