New Delhi, June 10 -- In a surprise reveal today, Nintendo lifted the lid on Splatoon Raiders, the first-ever standalone spinoff from its hugely popular Splatoon series. The new title is set to launch exclusively on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console, promising an adventurous twist to the familiar ink-based gameplay.

Departing from the typical turf wars, Splatoon Raiders places players in the role of a mechanic, journeying through the enigmatic Spirhalite Islands. Accompanied by the fan-favourite Deep Cut trio-Shiver, Frye and Big Man-players will unravel new mysteries in what appears to be a more narrative-driven experience than previous entries.

Alongside the spinoff announcement, Nintendo also confirmed a major free content updat...