Nintendo has confirmed a dedicated presentation for Splatoon Raiders as part of its summer slate, scheduling a focused Nintendo Direct for June 30, 2026.
The announcement positions Splatoon Raiders — a new single-player-focused entry in the Splatoon universe — as a major upcoming release for Nintendo Switch players, with fresh story material and in-game events tied to existing Splatoon 3 content.
The company announced the Nintendo Direct will air on June 30 at 7:00 a.m.
PT / 10:00 a.m.
ET / 3:00 p.m.
UK / 4:00 p.m.
CET.
Nintendo also confirmed a full livestream was made available on June 29, and that Nintendo Treehouse: Live will follow the Direct with additional gameplay and developer commentary.
In its public briefing, Nintendo said fans will “learn much more” about Splatoon Raiders during the dedicated Direct.
Rewritten for clarity, Nintendo’s message indicates the June 30 presentation will deliver an extended look at the title, including new footage, gameplay details, and follow-up coverage from Nintendo Treehouse: Live immediately after the broadcast.
Key verified details revealed so far:
- Game focus and setting: Splatoon Raiders is described as a single-player adventure set on the mysterious Spirhalite Islands.
Players will hunt for treasure and progress a narrative alongside Deep Cut, the trio of swashbuckling musicians familiar to Splatoon audiences.
- Gameplay elements: The game emphasizes character customization, a variety of deployable weapons and upgradeable gadgets, and progression systems that let players level up and grow stronger.
Players will face Salmonid enemies during raids, and a member of Deep Cut will accompany the player in an Exploration Bot during missions.
- Cross-title event: Nintendo confirmed a Splatoon-themed Splatfest tied to Splatoon Raiders will run in Splatoon 3 from July 10, beginning at 5:00 p.m.
PT / 8:00 p.m.
ET, and concluding on July 12 at 5:00 p.m.
PT / 8:00 p.m.
ET.
Results will be published shortly after the event ends.
- Promotional content and esports tie-ins: Starting June 23, official daily comics that set up Splatoon Raiders’ story will be published exclusively in the Nintendo Today smart device app.
Separately, the Splatoon 3 North American League 2026 Playoffs are scheduled for June 20–21 with livestreams beginning at 12:00 p.m.
PT on both days.
This slate of announcements positions Splatoon Raiders as a major single-player expansion for Nintendo Switch players and ties promotional activity across Nintendo’s digital channels, from the Direct and Nintendo Treehouse to the Nintendo Today app and Splatoon 3’s competitive calendar.
Expect the June 30 Direct to deliver further specifics on release timing, platform availability, and deeper gameplay demonstrations.
The announcement positions Splatoon Raiders — a new single-player-focused entry in the Splatoon universe — as a major upcoming release for Nintendo Switch players, with fresh story material and in-game events tied to existing Splatoon 3 content.
The company announced the Nintendo Direct will air on June 30 at 7:00 a.m.
PT / 10:00 a.m.
ET / 3:00 p.m.
UK / 4:00 p.m.
CET.
Nintendo also confirmed a full livestream was made available on June 29, and that Nintendo Treehouse: Live will follow the Direct with additional gameplay and developer commentary.
In its public briefing, Nintendo said fans will “learn much more” about Splatoon Raiders during the dedicated Direct.
Rewritten for clarity, Nintendo’s message indicates the June 30 presentation will deliver an extended look at the title, including new footage, gameplay details, and follow-up coverage from Nintendo Treehouse: Live immediately after the broadcast.
Key verified details revealed so far:
- Game focus and setting: Splatoon Raiders is described as a single-player adventure set on the mysterious Spirhalite Islands.
Players will hunt for treasure and progress a narrative alongside Deep Cut, the trio of swashbuckling musicians familiar to Splatoon audiences.
- Gameplay elements: The game emphasizes character customization, a variety of deployable weapons and upgradeable gadgets, and progression systems that let players level up and grow stronger.
Players will face Salmonid enemies during raids, and a member of Deep Cut will accompany the player in an Exploration Bot during missions.
- Cross-title event: Nintendo confirmed a Splatoon-themed Splatfest tied to Splatoon Raiders will run in Splatoon 3 from July 10, beginning at 5:00 p.m.
PT / 8:00 p.m.
ET, and concluding on July 12 at 5:00 p.m.
PT / 8:00 p.m.
ET.
Results will be published shortly after the event ends.
- Promotional content and esports tie-ins: Starting June 23, official daily comics that set up Splatoon Raiders’ story will be published exclusively in the Nintendo Today smart device app.
Separately, the Splatoon 3 North American League 2026 Playoffs are scheduled for June 20–21 with livestreams beginning at 12:00 p.m.
PT on both days.
This slate of announcements positions Splatoon Raiders as a major single-player expansion for Nintendo Switch players and ties promotional activity across Nintendo’s digital channels, from the Direct and Nintendo Treehouse to the Nintendo Today app and Splatoon 3’s competitive calendar.
Expect the June 30 Direct to deliver further specifics on release timing, platform availability, and deeper gameplay demonstrations.
