The SplatoonJP Twitter has posted some information regarding how Squad Battles will work; here is my attempt at translation, forgive me for inaccuracies as always.

Online matchmaking mode to be added in the large August update, “Squad Battles.”

Like with Regular Battles, you can now play with your friends in Ranked Battles.

Try to form a “Squad” of friends, with two to four players.



If you form a 2 player Squad, you are matched with another pair of players, and you will play against another pair of Squads.

Each Squad will matched up together at random.



In a four player Squad match, each Squad will matched against one another based on their skill level.

A 4 player squad can play against a 2 player squad, but there won’t be any solo Ranked players in the matchmaking pool.



By the way, it’s also possible a fold a Squad of 3 players, and they will be considered the same as a 4 player squad.

Since it can become a 3 on 4 match, you’ll want to bring along the best players that you have confidence in.

Finally, it should be noted that Squad Battles do give out rank points, your skill level can go up or down.

