Sooner than expected!
First revealed as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive 10 months ago on June 10, 2025, via Nintendo Today!, Nintendo has now delivered the news fans have been waiting for.
Thanks to a new trailer, also shared on Nintendo Today!, we now know that Splatoon Raiders is set to release on July 23, 2026. The game will receive a physical release, alongside three new amiibo figures based on each of the Deep Cut characters as they appear in-game.
It has also been confirmed that, while the game is primarily a single-player experience, it will include online support, allowing players to “join up with three other players”, either online or via a local wireless connection.
For the new trailer and full announcement, see below:
SPLATOON RAIDERS SETS OUT FOR ADVENTURE ON JULY 23rd, EXCLUSIVELY ON NINTENDO SWITCH 2
Splatoon Raiders, an all-new single-player focused title in the Splatoon series, arrives exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23rd.
Splatoon Raiders is a single-player focused action shooter for Splatoon veterans and newcomers alike. You take on the role of a mechanic embarking on a high-stakes adventure across the mysterious Spirhalite Islands.
Customise your appearance and your loadout and get ready to raid the islands for treasure. Using a variety of mechanical gadgets and ink-splattering weapons, splat scores of enemies called Salmonids, conquer raids and salvage loot on your journey through the one-of-a-kind Splatoon universe.
But you won’t be alone – you’ll be working with Frye, Shiver and Big Man, a trio of swashbuckling musicians who make up the splat-tacular band Deep Cut. In fact, one member of the band will raid alongside you as a powerful bot. And speaking of Deep Cut, brand-new amiibo featuring Frye, Shiver and Big Man sporting their new looks from Splatoon Raiders will also be available when the game launches July 23rd.
Additionally, the game supports the ability to join with up to three other players online or via local wireless connection.
Pre-orders for Splatoon Raiders are available now on Nintendo eShop. The Deep Cut amiibo will be available for pre-order on My Nintendo Store soon.
Every Nintendo Game, Application & DLC Releasing in 2026:
- (NS2) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Release Date: January 15, 2026
- (NS2) Mario Tennis Fever | Release Date: February 12, 2026
- (NSW & NS2) Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics | Release Date: February 17, 2026
- (NSW, NS2, Android & iOS) Hello, Mario! | Release Date: February 19, 2026
- (NS2) Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Release Date: February 19, 2026 (Digital)
- (NSW & NS2) Pokémon FireRed Version | Release Date: February 27, 2026
- (NSW & NS2) Pokémon LeafGreen Version | Release Date: February 27, 2026
- (NS2) Pokémon Pokopia | Release Date: March 5, 2026
- (NS2) Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park | Release Date: March 26, 2026
- (NSW & NS2) Pokémon Champions | Release Date: April 8, 2026
- (NSW, NS2, Android & iOS) Hello, Yoshi! | Release Date: April 9, 2026
- (NSW & NS2) Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream | Release Date: April 16, 2026
- (NS2) Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | Release Date: April 16, 2026 (Physical)
- (NS2) Yoshi and the Mysterious Book | Release Date: May 21, 2026
- (NSW & NS2) Rhythm Heaven Groove | Release Date: July 2, 2026
- (NS2) Splatoon Raiders | Release Date: July 23, 2026
- (NS2) Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave | Release Date: 2026
Every amiibo Releasing in 2026:
- Meta Knight & Shadow Star amiibo (Kirby Air Riders) | Release Date: March 5, 2026
- Ratha amiibo (Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection) | Release Date: March 13, 2026
- Ratha V amiibo (Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection) | Release Date: March 13, 2026
- Rudy amiibo (Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection) | Release Date: March 13, 2026
- Captain Toad & Treasure Tracker amiibo (Super Mario Bros. Wonder) | Release Date: March 26, 2026
- Elephant Mario amiibo (Super Mario Bros. Wonder) | Release Date: March 26, 2026
- Poplin & Prince Florian amiibo (Super Mario Bros. Wonder) | Release Date: March 26, 2026
- Mario and Luma amiibo (Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2) | Release Date: April 2, 2026
- Rosalina and Lumas amiibo (Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2) | Release Date: April 2, 2026
- Diana amiibo (PRAGMATA) | Release Date: June 11, 2026
- King Dedede & Tank Star amiibo (Kirby Air Riders) | Release Date: July 2, 2026
- Big Man amiibo (Splatoon Raiders) | Release Date: July 23, 2026
- Frye amiibo (Splatoon Raiders) | Release Date: July 23, 2026
- Shiver amiibo (Splatoon Raiders) | Release Date: July 23, 2026
- Grace Ashcroft amiibo (Resident Evil Requiem) | Release Date: July 30, 2026
- Leon S. Kennedy amiibo (Resident Evil Requiem) | Release Date: July 30, 2026
- Chef Kawasaki & Hop Star amiibo (Kirby Air Riders) | Release Date: 2026
- Noir Dedede & Hydra amiibo (Kirby Air Riders) | Release Date: 2026
- Sword Kirby & Dragoon amiibo (Kirby Air Riders) | Release Date: 2026
- Mineru’s Construct amiibo (The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom) | Release Date: TBD
Source: Nintendo Today!
