Splatoon Spin-Off Teased With New Splatoon 3 Update

Nintendo has teased Splatoon Raiders, an upcoming Switch 2 exclusive, alongside Splatoon 3’s Version 10.00 update. Dive deeper into details about Splatoon Raiders' character roster, Splatoon 3’s Splatlands Collection, and the surprise revival of Urchin Underpass.

Splatoon Raiders – A Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive

The Splatoon franchise, renowned for redefining third-person shooters with its vibrant ink-based combat, expands with Splatoon Raiders—a Switch 2 spinoff. While retaining the series' signature mechanics and youthful energy, Raiders promises fresh innovations to its ink-fueled warfare.

Nintendo’s Squid Research Lab hints at players assuming the role of a mechanic embarking on an expedition to the enigmatic Spirhalite Islands. Accompanying them are Splatoon 3’s Deep Cut—the popular trio Shiver, Frye, and Big Man from Anarchy Splatcast—suggesting expanded narrative roles in Raiders’ storyline.

The teaser reveals intriguing gameplay shifts, featuring survival-crafting mechanics where players fashion makeshift gear after a helicopter crash strands them near a mysterious vortex. While maintaining Splatoon’s DNA, Raiders may introduce action-adventure elements beyond the series’ traditional fast-paced battles—though concrete details remain scarce.

Splatoon Raiders launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. While awaiting its release date announcement, follow our coverage below for ongoing updates.