The Bottomless Buffet in Splatoon Raiders serves up an endgame trial designed for players seeking a much tougher test of skill. Located just past the Great Salmon Mess Hall, this endless mode drops squads into a never-ending series of increasingly difficult, Salmonid-infested rooms.
- Defeat the Salmonarch, the game's final boss.
- Complete the three Hidden Ruins using all three different tanks.
- Collect all nine relics.
- Hop down the hole in the middle of the map where the final boss was to descend into the ruins.
How to Unlock the Bottomless Buffet
Because this mode is tailored for post-game progression, you cannot access it immediately. Reaching the floors requires completing several major milestones. Once you have defeated the Salmonarch, finished the three Hidden Ruins with all three tanks, and gathered all nine relics, head down through the Great Salmon Mess Hall to access the entrance.
Levels and Secret Boss
Despite the name, the Bottomless Buffet actually ends at level 1000, though the floors scale upward in difficulty indefinitely and have been beaten by dedicated fans. For those brave enough to push past level 100, a secret boss encounter awaits in the ruins: Lord Saltimatum, a challenging battle against a tough foe.
Bottomless Buffet Rewards
Working your way through the depths yields regular payouts. Every three floors cleared awards items such as gadget parts or weaponry. Reaching past level 100 unlocks three exclusive rewards:
- Legendary Loot: A pepper grinder-shaped relic that you can equip alongside other relics without consuming a slot in your build.
- 'Salty Islands' Briny Scroll: A collectible lore scroll.
- Golden Forever Outfit: A cosmetic wardrobe unlock.
Strategies and Tips for the Depths
Sustaining a run deep into the Buffet requires careful preparation before diving down. First, make sure you have four- and five-star parts equipped to secure the best boosts and damage buffs for less cost. Second, check that your weapon is upgraded, particularly Primo weapons which can continue upgrading way past their original level.
Third, utilize online or local multiplayer lobbies. While you cannot call for help mid-run, you can set up a room for other players to join and assist in beating back the Salmonids. If you need to update your build, use Splatoon Raiders compasses to find skill points, and unlock further lore with Briny Scrolls.