Nintendo revealed the latest trailer for the Nintendo Switch 2 title, Splatoon Raiders, during the Nintendo Direct 6.9.2026 broadcast on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
Nintendo also announced that Splatoon Raiders Direct 6.30.2026 will air starting Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 11:00 PM JST.
Latest Trailer for Splatoon Raiders Revealed!
The latest trailer introduces the treasure-loving trio, Deep Cut, and the dexterous protagonist, Mechanic, as they embark on a treasure hunt based out of the Hideout Ship.
Ferocious Salmonids inhabit the setting, Spirhalite Islands, and players will battle them using gadgets with various characteristics along with weapons as they aim for the treasure.
Mechanic grows stronger with each battle, and players can customize various elements to their liking, starting with gadgets.
This just in: Inklings and Octolings, we received news that a Splatoon Raiders Direct is coming on June 30! pic.twitter.com/kdKwdF51hf
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) June 9, 2026
Nintendo will share more details during the Splatoon Raiders Direct 6.30.2026 broadcast on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 11:00 PM JST, so don't miss it!
Four-Panel Manga, Deep Cut's Island Misadventures, to be Released
The four-panel manga, Deep Cut's Island Misadventures, will be released daily on the smart device app, Nintendo Today!, from Tuesday, June 23, 2026, to Tuesday, July 22, 2026.
It depicts Deep Cut and Mechanic's survival lifestyle after crash-landing on the Spirhalite Islands.
Console Bundle and New Joy-Con 2 Colors Confirmed for Release
Pre-orders for the "Japanese/Domestic Only, Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Switch 2 Bundle" and "Joy-Con 2 (L) Blue/(R) Light Yellow" are now available on the Nintendo Store.
Pre-orders will also open sequentially at video game retailers and online shops nationwide.
They are scheduled to launch on Thursday, July 23, 2026, the same day as the game.
- Japanese/Domestic Only, Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Switch 2 Bundle: 64,980 yen (tax included)
- Japanese/Domestic Only, Splatoon Raiders Nintendo Switch 2 Bundle: 9,980 yen (tax included)
Various Events to be Held in Splatoon 3!
Ahead of the release of Splatoon Raiders, Nintendo will also hold events in Splatoon 3.
A collaboration Splatfest with Splatoon Raiders will kick off on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
The theme is "What's your fighting style? Speed, Power, or Tactics?," and Nintendo will reveal further details during the Splatoon Raiders Direct 6.30.2026.
- Saturday, June 13: Selection Challenge
- Saturday, June 20 – Monday, June 22: Big Big Run
- Friday, July 3 – Saturday, July 11: Collaboration Splatfest Sneak Peek
- Saturday, July 4: Tournament Support "Special Project! Summer Salmon Festival"
- Saturday, July 11 – Monday, July 13: Splatoon Raiders Collaboration Splatfest
- Thursday, July 23: Splatoon Raiders Release
Splatoon Raiders is scheduled for release on Thursday, July 23, 2026.
For more details, please check Nintendo Topics.
We've got the latest research on #SplatoonRaiders! Catch a glimpse of adventure on the Spirhalite Islands in this video.
Additionally, the launch date has been discovered! Venture out to the islands and hunt for treasure starting July 23rd. pic.twitter.com/iLJ5qvHkMS
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) April 21, 2026