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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.
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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”).
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Splatoon (2016)
Niconico Tokaigi 2016
Debut performance of the Squid Sisters following a Splatoon tournament. Songs included “Ink Me Up,” “Now or Never!,” and “Calamari Inkantation.”
Niconico Chokaigi 2016
Return of the Squid Sisters with an extended setlist and side events including an Obon dance remix of “Calamari Inkantation.”[1][2][3]
Japan Expo 2016
First international performance in Paris, France, with translated footage shared online.[4]
Niconico Choparty 2016
A shorter set performed at a music festival in Saitama Super Arena.[5]
Splatoon 2 (2018–2019)
Niconico Tokaigi 2018
Featured Off the Hook with guest appearances by the Squid Sisters.[6]
Polymanga 2018
Held in Montreux, Switzerland, as part of the Splatoon 2 European Championship.[7][8]
Niconico Chokaigi 2018
Premiered the song “Nasty Majesty” from the Octo Expansion DLC.[9][10]
Niconico Tokaigi 2019
Marketed as Off the Hook’s first solo concert, later released internationally on YouTube and Blu-ray.[11][12]
Nintendo Live 2019
A large-scale event in Kyoto featuring Off the Hook and a guest appearance by K.K. Slider from Animal Crossing.[13][14]
Splatoon 3 (2022–present)
Nintendo Live 2022
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]
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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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