The Splatoon franchise is a Japanese video game series developed by Nintendo. One of its notable features is its fictional in-game musical acts, portrayed by virtual idols. These characters are voiced and animated to perform songs as part of the game’s universe. As of 2025, the franchise features three primary idol groups: the Squid Sisters (debuting in Splatoon, 2015), Off the Hook (Splatoon 2, 2017), and Deep Cut (Splatoon 3, 2022). The groups have performed in a series of virtual concerts, often as part of public gaming events and festivals.
Nintendo has hosted several live events showcasing virtual performances by the Splatoon idol characters. These concerts often feature 3D holographic projections accompanied by live music, with musicians performing the games’ soundtracks. Beginning in 2019, concerts included opening acts by live bands performing instrumental tracks from the series.
In Japan, concert titles typically combine the idol group’s name with the word “live,” resulting in stylized titles such as “Shiokalive” (a blend of “Shiokarazu”, the Japanese name for the Squid Sisters, and “live”).
Introduced Deep Cut as the featured idol group ahead of the Splatoon 3 release.[15]
Nintendo Live 2024
Originally scheduled for January in Tokyo but canceled due to security threats. A pre-recorded concert was streamed on February 10, 2024, alongside a performance from The Legend of Zelda orchestral concert.[16][17][18]
Song Lists
Each concert typically featured a rotating setlist of songs from the game’s soundtracks. Recurring songs include “Calamari Inkantation,” “Now or Never!,” “Fresh Start,” and “Ebb & Flow.” Deep Cut performances introduced new titles such as “Anarchy Rainbow,” “Fins in the Air,” and “Daybreaker Anthem.”
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