Splatoon Raiders Preload and Release Time Details for Switch 2
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Splatoon Raiders launches on Switch 2 on July 23, 2026, bringing a treasure-hunting spinoff to the franchise with 20GB preload support available now.
Nintendo is switching up its colorful shooter franchise with Splatoon Raiders, the series' first major spinoff. Moving the action to Salmonid-infested islands, this new entry tasks players with hunting for treasure. While you can tackle the journey entirely solo with companions like Shiver and Big Man, the game also supports drop-in multiplayer for squad play. As reported by Polygon, the launch is right around the corner, bringing fresh cooperative gameplay to the platform.
Splatoon Raiders drops for the Switch 2 on Thursday, July 23, 2026. While Nintendo has not specified an exact hour, standard eShop digital releases typically roll out at midnight in the easternmost time zone of your region. For players in North America, that means a midnight EDT launch on July 23, translating to a 9 p.m. PDT drop on the west coast the evening prior. Resourceful players often look into regional eShop workarounds to jump in a bit early, though setting up a secondary regional account is definitely the safer route than messing with your primary profile settings.
If you want to dive straight into the action the second it goes live, preloads are already open for digital pre-orders on the Switch 2 eShop. You will want to check your storage ahead of time because the download sits at a hefty 20GB. North American players should note that physical and digital pre-orders are currently running without any special retailer bonuses, but getting the install finished early means you can squad up with friends without waiting around for your home connection to finish heavy lifting on launch day.
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Original article: Polygon