Nintendo Announces Splatoon Raiders Direct for June 30
Nintendo has announced a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation for its upcoming single-player spin-off, Splatoon Raiders, scheduled for Tuesday, June 30. The broadcast will begin at 7am PT / 10am ET / 3pm BST and will be approximately 15 minutes long, according to the official announcement.
The presentation will air on the Nintendo of America YouTube channel and is intended to provide "fresh details on the single-player spin-off." This follows a mention during Nintendo's broader June Direct that a Splatoon Raiders-specific showcase was planned for later in the month.
Splatoon 3 gameplay action.
Following the 15-minute Direct, a 30-minute Nintendo Treehouse: Live gameplay demonstration will immediately begin on the same channel. Splatoon Raiders is confirmed to be a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, with a release date set for July 23.
Nintendo Treehouse Gameplay and Exclusive Platform Details
Following the 15-minute Direct, Nintendo will present an extended 30-minute gameplay showcase via its Nintendo Treehouse: Live stream. According to the announcement, this Treehouse segment will immediately follow the Splatoon Raiders Direct on June 30, featuring hosts providing a detailed walkthrough of the single-player spin-off's gameplay.
The title, Splatoon Raiders, is confirmed for release on July 23 and will be a platform exclusive for the Nintendo Switch 2. This detail was explicitly stated in the presentation announcements, marking a major first-party release for the new hardware.
The Treehouse gameplay will serve as the first extended, live demonstration of the title since its initial reveal. Viewers can watch the presentation on Nintendo's official YouTube channels.
Splatoon 3 features enhanced visuals and platform-specific performance.
Explore the Spirhalite Islands with Deep Cut
The upcoming adventure will be set across the mysterious Spirhalite Islands, with the fan-favorite trio Deep Cut serving as guides. According to Nintendo, players will embark on a high-stakes adventure across these new islands in the single-player spin-off. The setting was first revealed during the main Nintendo Direct presentation earlier this month.
Players will meet returning characters Frye, Shiver, and Big Man, who comprise the band Deep Cut. The trio is described in the presentation as "swashbuckling musicians who make up the splat-tacular band Deep Cut." They will be featured prominently in the new setting of the Spirhalite Islands.
New Amiibo figures featuring Deep Cut in their Splatoon Raiders designs will launch alongside the game. Nintendo confirmed that these new Amiibo, showcasing Frye, Shiver, and Big Man's updated looks from the spin-off, will be released on July 23, the same day as the game's launch.
The Spirhalite Islands offer a fresh backdrop for ink-slinging action.
Co-op Raids and Mechanical Gadgets Gameplay Mechanics
Splatoon Raiders will feature 4-player PvE co-op combat against waves of Salmonid enemies, supported by both online and local wireless play. This core multiplayer mode was confirmed during the Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Direct presentation on June 30, expanding the game's primarily single-player adventure.
According to Nintendo's synopsis for the game, players will "splat scores of enemies called Salmonids, conquer raids and salvage loot." The gameplay loop involves teaming up to tackle these co-operative raids, with progression tied to salvaging treasure across the Spirhalite Islands.
Fast-paced ink battles
Players will have a suite of tools at their disposal. The official description states that success depends on "using a variety of mechanical gadgets and ink-splattering weapons." This suggests a strategic layer where gadget utility complements traditional Splatoon-style combat during raids.
The co-operative experience is designed for flexible play. The game supports up to four players in co-op, with connectivity options for both online and local wireless connection on Nintendo Switch 2. This allows for both local and remote team-ups to tackle the PvE challenges. Before heading into a raid, players can "customise your appearance and your loadout," as noted in the game's synopsis.