Nintendo has confirmed that Splatoon Raiders, the series’ upcoming spinoff, will include unlockable amiibo costumes tied to the Deep Cut trio.
Revealed during a Splatoon Raiders–focused Nintendo Direct presentation, the announcement names Shiver, Frye and Big Man as the characters whose updated looks will be available as in-game outfits via amiibo interaction.
Background and release details
Splatoon Raiders is positioned as a single-player–focused spinoff in the Splatoon franchise developed by Nintendo EPD, and it will launch on Nintendo’s next-generation handheld, the Nintendo Switch 2, on July 23, 2026.
The title supports four-player co‑op play, both locally and online, expanding on the cooperative elements Nintendo has emphasized for recent Splatoon entries.
Pre-orders are available now through major retailers, including Amazon and GameStop.
amiibo integration explained
In journalistic terms: Nintendo stated the game will feature unlockable costumes that match the updated Deep Cut designs, and these costumes are associated with new Shiver, Frye and Big Man amiibo figures.
The company presented the new amiibo alongside the costume announcement and confirmed the in-game outfits reflect the characters’ current appearances.
Peripherals and launch lineup
Nintendo also announced first-party and third-party hardware that will coincide with Splatoon Raiders’ July launch.
A new pair of blue-and-yellow Joy-Con 2 controllers has been revealed to arrive alongside the game.
Keys Factory, a long-standing licensee known for Switch accessories, has confirmed plans to release Splatoon Raiders–themed Switch 2 accessories including protective cases and Joy-Con 2 covers.
What this means for players
For collectors and Splatoon fans, the confirmed amiibo costumes provide a tangible cross-promotional tie between physical figures and in-game cosmetic content.
For players purchasing the game at launch, the combination of a single-player campaign with optional four-player co-op and platform-specific accessories positions Splatoon Raiders as a major July release for the Switch 2.
Written by Peter Glagowski
Peter Glagowski is a freelance gaming and film critic with over seven years of experience covering Nintendo and the wider games industry.
Revealed during a Splatoon Raiders–focused Nintendo Direct presentation, the announcement names Shiver, Frye and Big Man as the characters whose updated looks will be available as in-game outfits via amiibo interaction.
Background and release details
Splatoon Raiders is positioned as a single-player–focused spinoff in the Splatoon franchise developed by Nintendo EPD, and it will launch on Nintendo’s next-generation handheld, the Nintendo Switch 2, on July 23, 2026.
The title supports four-player co‑op play, both locally and online, expanding on the cooperative elements Nintendo has emphasized for recent Splatoon entries.
Pre-orders are available now through major retailers, including Amazon and GameStop.
amiibo integration explained
In journalistic terms: Nintendo stated the game will feature unlockable costumes that match the updated Deep Cut designs, and these costumes are associated with new Shiver, Frye and Big Man amiibo figures.
The company presented the new amiibo alongside the costume announcement and confirmed the in-game outfits reflect the characters’ current appearances.
Peripherals and launch lineup
Nintendo also announced first-party and third-party hardware that will coincide with Splatoon Raiders’ July launch.
A new pair of blue-and-yellow Joy-Con 2 controllers has been revealed to arrive alongside the game.
Keys Factory, a long-standing licensee known for Switch accessories, has confirmed plans to release Splatoon Raiders–themed Switch 2 accessories including protective cases and Joy-Con 2 covers.
What this means for players
For collectors and Splatoon fans, the confirmed amiibo costumes provide a tangible cross-promotional tie between physical figures and in-game cosmetic content.
For players purchasing the game at launch, the combination of a single-player campaign with optional four-player co-op and platform-specific accessories positions Splatoon Raiders as a major July release for the Switch 2.
Written by Peter Glagowski
Peter Glagowski is a freelance gaming and film critic with over seven years of experience covering Nintendo and the wider games industry.
