The Metacritic score for 'Splatoon Raiders', the new single-player shooter spin-off based on Nintendo's flagship IP, has been released.

As of 10:00 AM on the 22nd, Splatoon Raiders holds a score of 81 across 67 critic reviews. The consensus among reviewers is that the game successfully translates the signature Splatoon gameplay into a single-player experience. The flow of exploration, combat, resource gathering, and gear upgrades is smooth, with various progression systems effectively enhancing the fun and immersion of farming.

However, some critics pointed out the repetitive nature of the farming loops. The core of the criticism lies in missions that feel repetitive, paired with level design that requires refinement, such as abrupt spikes in difficulty. Furthermore, some noted that once you strip away the Splatoon IP, the game struggles to differentiate itself from other single-player shooters.

Splatoon Raiders is a spin-off title launching on the Nintendo Switch 2 on the 23rd. Set in the uncharted 'Saltspire Islands', the story follows an Inkling mechanic who encounters the Deep Cut trio and embarks on various adventures.