Splatoon Raiders FAQ
Quick answers about Splatoon Raiders — release date, platform, tanks, difficulties, and co-op.
Splatoon Raiders is a single-player-focused action-shooter published by Nintendo for Nintendo Switch 2. This FAQ sticks to Nintendo’s official Direct news, the eShop listing, and Splatoon Base.
Use the guides, tank pages, and tools on this Splatoon Raiders wiki to plan your Speed, Power, or Tactical build between runs on the Spirhalite Islands.
At a glance
Splatoon Raiders FAQ snapshot
| Topic | Short answer | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 23, 2026 | 📅 |
| Platform | Nintendo Switch 2 (exclusive) | 🎮 |
| Mode | Single-player · optional co-op for 2–4 players | 🕹️ |
| Tanks | Speed · Power · Tactical | 🛡️ |
| Co-op | 2–4 players (online or local) | 🤝 |
| Download size | 13.1 GB | 💾 |
Full question list
Q: When does Splatoon Raiders release? A: Splatoon Raiders released on July 23, 2026. It is published by Nintendo and listed on the Nintendo eShop.
Q: What platform is Splatoon Raiders on? A: Splatoon Raiders is a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive. Nintendo has not announced other platforms.
Q: Is Splatoon Raiders single-player or multiplayer? A: Splatoon Raiders is a single-player-focused action-shooter. You can also team up with up to 3 other players online or over local wireless, for 2–4 players total.
Q: How do difficulties and loot work in Splatoon Raiders? A: Splatoon Raiders has three difficulties — Tourist, Raider, and Survivalist — that you can change any time on the Hideout Ship. Loot stays the same across difficulties; only the combat gets harder.
Q: What are the tanks in Splatoon Raiders? A: There are three tank types in Splatoon Raiders: Speed, Power, and Tactical. Each tank starts with two gadgets and can unlock a third gadget slot through use and upgrades.
Q: Can I play Splatoon Raiders in co-op? A: Yes. Up to 3 other players can join, for 2–4 players total, either online or via local wireless. You can also use Call for Help to bring others into your adventure.
Q: What is Call for Help in Splatoon Raiders? A: Call for Help lets other players join your Splatoon Raiders session so you can tackle the Spirhalite Islands together instead of going it alone.
Q: How do amiibo work with Splatoon Raiders? A: Splatoon Raiders lets you earn outfits through in-game challenges, and additional outfits can be unlocked using compatible amiibo.
Q: How big is the Splatoon Raiders download? A: The Nintendo eShop lists Splatoon Raiders at 13.1 GB. Make sure you have enough free space on your Nintendo Switch 2 before downloading.
Q: Where can I buy Splatoon Raiders? A: Splatoon Raiders is available on the official Nintendo eShop: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/splatoon-raiders-switch-2/
Q: Does Splatoon Raiders support Simplified Chinese? A: Yes. The eShop language list for Splatoon Raiders includes American English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and more.
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Details are based on Nintendo’s Direct reveal and eShop listing and may change with updates. Confirm live behavior in Splatoon Raiders.