Splatoon Raiders began as a tower-defence prototype before pivoting to a loot shooter format. The team noted the change returned Splatoon’s core identity after the initial design wandered too far from its core foundations. A Nintendo Switch 2 launch update brought bug repairs and gameplay tweaks. Online users now obtain exclusive social media symbols and custom profile avatars. New domestic commercials show the game’s expanded roster and gacha hooks. Reviews call the game a cross of loot runs and shooter pacing, though some note it misses the visual shine of prior Splatoon titles.
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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