Nintendo has scheduled a dedicated Nintendo Direct for Splatoon Raiders on June 30, confirming the next public update for the new Splatoon-branded project.
The announcement came as part of broader Nintendo messaging that also tied the title into Splatoon 3-era events and hardware news for Nintendo Switch owners.
Background and context
Splatoon Raiders is the latest entry to carry the Splatoon name, a franchise developed and published by Nintendo and primarily created by Nintendo EPD.
The Splatoon series, which includes Splatoon (original) and Splatoon 2, as well as Splatoon 3 (released for Nintendo Switch on September 9, 2022), has become a major Nintendo IP known for its team-based ink combat and recurring in-game events called Splatfests.
What Nintendo confirmed
In clear, journalistic terms, Nintendo stated that Splatoon Raiders will receive its own, standalone Nintendo Direct broadcast on June 30 to share additional information about the title.
The company also announced that Splatoon Raiders will be connected to a special Splatfest event within Splatoon 3, giving players of the existing Switch game an official crossover moment tied to the new project.
Separately, Nintendo confirmed new Joy-Con hardware options are forthcoming, expanding the range of official controllers available for the Nintendo Switch platform.
Why this matters
A dedicated Nintendo Direct indicates Nintendo is preparing a substantive presentation focused on Splatoon Raiders, rather than covering the title as a brief update in a general showcase.
The planned Splatfest in Splatoon 3 continues Nintendo’s practice of using in-game events to cross-promote franchise activity, while news of new Joy-Con models reflects continued hardware support for Nintendo Switch peripherals.
What we know and what remains pending
Nintendo’s announcement sets June 30 as the next milestone for Splatoon Raiders coverage.
Beyond the Direct date and the confirmation of a Splatoon 3 Splatfest tie-in and new Joy-Con hardware, Nintendo has not released further verified details such as a launch date or eShop availability for Splatoon Raiders.
Journalists and fans should look to the June 30 Direct for official release windows, platforms, and distribution details.
Stay tuned for live coverage of Nintendo’s Splatoon Raiders Direct on June 30 and subsequent official updates from Nintendo.
The announcement came as part of broader Nintendo messaging that also tied the title into Splatoon 3-era events and hardware news for Nintendo Switch owners.
Background and context
Splatoon Raiders is the latest entry to carry the Splatoon name, a franchise developed and published by Nintendo and primarily created by Nintendo EPD.
The Splatoon series, which includes Splatoon (original) and Splatoon 2, as well as Splatoon 3 (released for Nintendo Switch on September 9, 2022), has become a major Nintendo IP known for its team-based ink combat and recurring in-game events called Splatfests.
What Nintendo confirmed
In clear, journalistic terms, Nintendo stated that Splatoon Raiders will receive its own, standalone Nintendo Direct broadcast on June 30 to share additional information about the title.
The company also announced that Splatoon Raiders will be connected to a special Splatfest event within Splatoon 3, giving players of the existing Switch game an official crossover moment tied to the new project.
Separately, Nintendo confirmed new Joy-Con hardware options are forthcoming, expanding the range of official controllers available for the Nintendo Switch platform.
Why this matters
A dedicated Nintendo Direct indicates Nintendo is preparing a substantive presentation focused on Splatoon Raiders, rather than covering the title as a brief update in a general showcase.
The planned Splatfest in Splatoon 3 continues Nintendo’s practice of using in-game events to cross-promote franchise activity, while news of new Joy-Con models reflects continued hardware support for Nintendo Switch peripherals.
What we know and what remains pending
Nintendo’s announcement sets June 30 as the next milestone for Splatoon Raiders coverage.
Beyond the Direct date and the confirmation of a Splatoon 3 Splatfest tie-in and new Joy-Con hardware, Nintendo has not released further verified details such as a launch date or eShop availability for Splatoon Raiders.
Journalists and fans should look to the June 30 Direct for official release windows, platforms, and distribution details.
Stay tuned for live coverage of Nintendo’s Splatoon Raiders Direct on June 30 and subsequent official updates from Nintendo.