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Splatoon Raiders Launches July 23 for Nintendo Switch 2

Splatoon Raiders is set to launch on July 23, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2, with early access available in some regions on July 22. The game will be priced at $49.99 for digital and $59.99 for physical copies, with a download size of 13.1 GB. Alongside the game, three Deep Cut amiibo and a Shiver-and-Frye Joy-Con 2 pair will also be released. Critical reception has been largely positive, with aggregate scores of 81 on Metacritic and 80 on OpenCritic, though some reviews noted a departure from traditional Splatoon gameplay elements. AI

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Splatoon Raiders Launches July 23 for Nintendo Switch 2

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Brian Mazique, Contributor ·

    Splatoon Raiders Release Time: When Can You Start Playing?

    Splatoon Raiders releases July 23 on Switch 2, unlocking at midnight ET and 9 p.m. PT on July 22. Full time zone breakdown, price, download size and review scores.