Splatoon Raiders began as a tower-defence prototype before shifting to a loot shooter setup. The team noted the adjustment returned Splatoon’s core spirit after the first design strayed too far from its roots. A Nintendo Switch 2 launch update added bug patches and action adjustments. Online members now receive exclusive social media icons and custom profile icons. New domestic spots show the game’s bigger roster and gacha mechanics. Reviews call the game a cross of loot runs and shooter tempo, though some note it misses the visual polish of past Splatoon games.
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Splatoon Raiders Switch 2 Launch Update Out Now, Here Are The Patch Notes - nintendolife.com
Splatoon Raiders Switch 2 Launch Update Out Now, Here Are The Patch Notes nintendolife.com
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Check out some new Japanese commercials for Splatoon Raiders (UPDATE) - GoNintendo
Check out some new Japanese commercials for Splatoon Raiders (UPDATE) GoNintendo
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Nintendo Switch Online adds Splatoon Raiders icons - Nintendo Everything
Nintendo Switch Online adds Splatoon Raiders icons Nintendo Everything
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You Won't Miss Turf War: Splatoon Raiders Just Made Me a Looter-Shooter Believer - PCMag UK
You Won't Miss Turf War: Splatoon Raiders Just Made Me a Looter-Shooter Believer PCMag UK
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Splatoon Raiders icons now available for Switch Online members - GoNintendo
Splatoon Raiders icons now available for Switch Online members GoNintendo