Splatoon Raiders Is the Best Nintendo Switch 2 Game

In this episode of Gamertag Radio, Danny Peña and Riana Manuel Peña dive deep into their hands-on review of Splatoon Raiders for the Nintendo Switch 2! Danny breaks down why he believes it is easily the best exclusive title on the Switch 2 so far, praising its highly addictive single player adventure, massive customization, and slick drop-in co-op mechanics. Meanwhile, Riana shares her perspective as a first time Splatoon player.

Highlights

• The Best Switch 2 Exclusive Yet? – Danny explains why Splatoon Raiders tops his list of Switch 2 games so far (even over Donkey Kong) and highlights its massive success with record-setting user scores on Metacritic.

• A Refreshing Single-Player Focus – Unlike past entries that prioritized competitive multiplayer, Splatoon Raiders puts player experimentation and a deep single-player story campaign at the forefront.

• Tanks, Gadgets & Loadout Customization – A breakdown of the three core tank classes (Speed, Power, and Tactical), weapon varieties like paint rollers and chargers, and specialized gadgets like Blast Boots and Shot Pots.

• Sensory Overload & Visual Style – Riana shares her thoughts as a newcomer to the series, praising the kid-friendly aesthetic while noting how chaotic the screen can get on higher difficulties with timers, boss health bars, and ink everywhere.

• Co-op "Call for Help" Mechanics – How the game allows stuck players to call in random online players for assistance, earning bonus rewards together without needing voice chat or complex ping systems.

• Hideout & Base Progression – Insight into upgrading your player base, trying out new builds in the shooting range, discovering lore relics, and using compasses to hunt down hidden map locations.