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Nintendo producer references 'Splatoon 4' and says PvP will continue
Producer Seita Inoue told Nintendo's Ask the Developer that competitive PvP in Splatoon will continue and even used the phrase "Splatoon 4." Splatoon Raiders is a spin-off designed as a new entry point with a PvE and single-player focus. Developers emphasized the franchise also includes modes like Salmon Run and story campaigns; Raiders launches on Switch 2 on July 23.
- Seita Inoue: competitive PvP will continue and used the term "Splatoon 4"
- Splatoon Raiders is a spin-off emphasizing PvE and single-player
- Franchise includes Salmon Run and story modes, not just competitive play
- Raider releases July 23 on Switch 2; Splatoon 3's strong sales increase likelihood of a mainline sequel