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Splatoon Raiders: All Gadgets for Every Ink Tank (Speed, Power, and Tactical)

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Splatoon Raiders

By Mobalytics

Updated on Jul 23, 2026

Jul 23, 2026

Overview

Gadgets are one of the core mechanics of Splatoon Raiders. They provide fun customizable abilities that can make a huge splash on the battlefield, literally.

In this guide, we'll give you a quick rundown of how they work, how to unlock them, and share a few Gadget Part builds you can try out for yourself. Let's dive in!

Note: This guide is currently based on Nintendo's early previews of the game. Check back shortly after release for more updates!

How Gadgets Work

Gadgets are powerful cooldown-based abilities that can completely change the dynamic of your build. You'll be encountering several different types of enemies, so having the right tools for the job can greatly impact your experience.

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There are three categories of Gadgets, each of which corresponds to a particular Ink Tank.

Speed Tank: Based around mobility skills such as jumps or dashes, providing swift attacks.
Power Tank: Excels at close-range combat, with the ability to break through tough defenses.
Tactical Tank: Offers ranged utility, including summonable weapons that attack alongside you.

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In the beginning of the game, players can equip up to two Gadgets at a time. Both Gadgets must be from the same Ink Tank, so there are some limits when it comes to your build.

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Later on after you progress, you'll eventually unlock the ability to equip a third Gadget, opening the door to even spicier combos. Keep collecting Power Eggs until your Power Tank powers-up!

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Gadget Customization

Gadget Parts are the heart and soul of customization in Splatoon Raiders. They are the building blocks that define the strength of each Gadget, and they can even modify how the ability works.

Let's look at the Booyarang as an example. In its base form, the Booyarang is a single boomerang throw that deals damage to enemies it hits. However, if you equip the "Multirang" part, it will actually change the ability to throw two Booyarangs at a time.

These types of parts go well beyond simply buffing Damage; they alter the mechanic of the ability. With this, there are seemingly endless combinations to explore.

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Gadget Part Slots

Each Gadget Part comes with an equip cost noted in the top left corner of its icon (or to the left of the name when in use). When you equip a part, it will occupy the designated amount of Gadget Part Slots.

For anyone familiar with The Adventures of Elliot, this works just like the Magicite system.

With this system, you can freely mix and match parts to your liking, so long as they don't exceed your Gadget Part Slot capacity. As to be expected, strong and/or unique effects will come at a higher cost.

As you level up your character and earn Skill Points, you can upgrade your Ink Tanks to gain more slots. So if you happen to be a point or two shy of making a certain combination, leveling up can allow you to come back and put it together!