Nintendo just dropped a bombshell! Not long after launching their next-gen console, the Nintendo Switch 2, the gaming giant has unveiled a brand-new, exclusive spin-off for their beloved shooter IP, "Splatoon 3." Get ready for "Splatoon Raiders," and the first gameplay trailer just hit YouTube!
The announcement trailer kicks off with the iconic Deep Cut trio – Shiver, Frye, and Big Man – soaring in a helicopter when an unexpected incident sends them crashing onto a remote island. But don't count them out! They quickly adapt to their new surroundings, embarking on adventures with mechanical companions, fishing, building bases, and scavenging for food.
While Nintendo hasn't spilled all the ink on the gameplay details for "Splatoon Raiders" just yet, this five-minute-plus trailer strongly suggests that this Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive spin-off is diving headfirst into the survival genre.
But that's not all! Nintendo also announced a free update for the original "Splatoon 3" on the first Nintendo Switch, rolling out this week. This massive update includes a whopping 30 new weapons and brings back some classic maps from the Wii U era. And for those eyeing the Switch 2 version of "Splatoon Raiders," expect enhanced visuals and smoother performance, plus cross-platform play with the original Switch. Talk about a splash of excitement for the new console's launch!