Splatoon 3

New and returning stages, modes, weapons, a TCG, and a brand new host trio all revealed.

The first of these Splatfests is coming on August 27 as a pre-release event, and the theme is Rock, Paper, Scissors. More details can be found here. What's more, there's a wonderful new feature called the Locker Room where you can view your own locker, as well as the lockers of other players you've played with recently. Just like the stages, weapons will see a mix of new and familiar types and styles. As in past Splatoon games, Turf War is the main mode of play if you just want to jump into the lobby for a casual match. Squid Surge allows you to swim up a wall in a rapid burst, while Squid Roll lets you execute a quick turn around to move in the opposite direction while popping you into the air fro the ink. You can also view replays of battles you've already finished with fast forward and skip options, view them from different player perspectives, or even upload those replays to share with others. Yes, the trusty app from previous Splatoon games is also coming back. We don't know much else as of yet, except that Cuttlefish, Callie, and Marie will all make appearances. Though it seemed fairly obvious based on the footage we've seen so far, Nintendo confirmed that Octolings are indeed playable, and they appear to be available alongside Inklings from the start of the game. Most notable, though, are the brand new Splatlands news hosts: Frye, Shiver, and Big Man the stingray. A ton of new NPCs were debuted today, too. The Splatoon 3 Nintendo Direct just concluded, and boy was that show dense.

Splatoon 3 has made the excellent Salmon Run mode far more accessible, and a lot more appealing.

I can't stress enough how welcome of a change this is to Splatoon 3's Salmon Run mode. But Nintendo went one better with a post-Direct update on the official Splatoon website (opens in new tab), confirming that Salmon Run will be playable "at any time." That included more info on the horde mode-esque Salmon Run which is returning from Splatoon 2.

Nintendo has revealed pre-order bonuses for its most anticipated title yet, Splatoon 3. Here's how you can snag a squid plush for free.

On the other hand, pre-ordering Splatoon 3 at Best Buy will get you a highly detailed yellow inkling keychain complete with a bow and an arrow. Otherwise, if a squid plush is not your thing, we recommend checking the Splatoon 3 pre-order bonuses at other major retailers. So if you're looking to pre-order Splatoon 3 ahead of its September launch and are interested in snagging the free squid plush, our guide here will help you with it.

Splatoon 3 just had a really exciting Nintendo Direct showcase and the release date for when you can download a World Premiere Splatfest demo has been ...

How the mode works is as follows: This comes courtesy of Nintendo Life. There was a lot learned about the game during its Nintendo Direct broadcast.

Splatoon 3 got its own special Nintendo Direct broadcast and brought with it a bunch of fresh news. To get you all started, here's the broadcast itself—give it a watch and then we'll launch into specifics down below: ...

- Return of the Mammalians: This is the new story mode for Splatoon 3. Splatoon 3 is shaping up to be an enormous evolution of the series when it launches on September 9. This content will be free to all players. There will also be a restock of the Callie & Marie 2-Pack and the Pearl & Marina 2-Pack. These packs will sell for $24.99 apiece. - The Deep Cut Trio: These three (Frye, Shiver, and Big Man) host the Anarchy Splatcast which will broadcast as you boot up the game. - Salmon Run is Available All the Time Now: No more waiting for Salmon Run, as the popular mode has become an on-demand feature.

"If you have save data on your system from the Splatoon 2 game, you'll get some neat-o bonuses to help you hit the turf running," the Save Data Bonus ...

So you can get stuck in with something familiar and even get a head start as a reward for playing the second game. As for ranks, your time in Splatoon 2 wasn't for nothing as you'll start with a higher rank based on the one you earned in the previous game. It's more likely you'll be paired with other fresh faces, giving you a fairer fighting chance.

Get inked up as we give you everything you need to know about Splatoon 3's release date, trailer, gameplay, features, and more.

Splatoon 3's core gameplay involves two teams of players negotiating a map and engaging in third-person shooter mechanics to ensure that their color of paint is the one most represented on the map. Splatoon 3 was officially announced in February 2022, with its initial release trailer giving us the first look at what to expect. Following the recent Nintendo Direct for Splatoon 3, fans were introduced to an array of new features, stages, and special weapons to enjoy.

Along with the upcoming demo for Splatoon 3, Nintendo is also offering Switch users a pretty awesome little perk. To ge…

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Splatoon 3 (Digital) Splatoon 3 builds on the original successful splatting formula with brand new game modes and features and refinements of those offered by previous games. Or, take a look at the best Nintendo Switch accessories to kit up before September. However, if you're after something a little more competitive, Nintendo also recently announced the Splatoon 3 Splatfest World Premiere demo, a global event pitting Inklings and Octolings against one another on August 27. Save £10 - ShopTo has the best Splatoon 3 pre-order deal in the UK right now, with a free Octopus Keyring and £10 off the RRP. That's 20% off the game before it's even released. Not only do we not have any images of the free patch, but shipping times (while free) aren't disclosed during checkout. If you want that pin badge goodness and more, Nintendo's official pre-order bundle also includes a drawstring gym bag. We're currently seeing a one-day difference between launch and delivery, however. It's the best value offer on the web right now - Best Buy (opens in new tab) coming in second with a free key chain (worth $9.99). Splatoon 3 will launch on September 9, so there's still plenty of time to get your name down. If you're after tried and tested shipping, Amazon's pre-orders have also gone live. UK splatters have a tougher time ahead of them, there are far more options for pre-order bonuses across the pond with different retailers offering various pins, bags, keyrings, and delivery times as well.

Players who have already played the previous game will be able to transfer some of their data to the new one, leapfrogging new players in rank and matchmaking.

Splatoon 3 is in a similar boat, with many of its core maps and modes returning from the previous game. Splatoon 3 will also carry over some portion of players’ rank in Splatoon 2, and matchmake them against more skilled players. Nintendo unleashed a torrent of info about what’s new in Splatoon 3 during its latest Direct yesterday, including the idol trio Deep Cut and Tricolor Turf War Splatfests, but one of the party shooter’s coolest features is actually about its predecessor, Splatoon 2.

The HORI Splatoon 3 gear is now up for pre-order ahead of Nintendo's squid shooter splashing down in early September.

If you missed it, be sure to swing by our coverage of yesterday’s Splatoon 3 Nintendo Direct presentation for half an hour of new updates on the upcoming release. Next up is the HORI Splatoon 3 Nintendo Switch Adventure Pack. This sling pack delivers a crossbody carrying setup for, once again, all Switch console models. After Nintendo’s 30-minute presentation on the upcoming title yesterday, now’s a perfect time to take a closer look at the latest HORI Splatoon 3 Switch accessories.

Updated with info from the Splatoon website! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clcEM_orxzA Nintendo's August Splatoon 3 Di...

Splatoon 3 will give players the ability to draw small cartoons (or write words, or post memes) and have them be visible in Splatsville to other players… The single-player Story Mode is perfect for new players to learn the inky ropes, and it concerns the Octarian Army, a group of weird, hairy fishies. You can now see your friends in the lobby as ghosts, which allows you to join their matches, watch what they’re doing, and mess around with them before a match begins. You can change your nickname, too (and be warned, your ID number will change with it) — but "you'll have to wait a bit before changing it again", according to the Splatoon website. New weapons will be added at the same time. Your locker, which will appear in the lobby of players you’ve recently played with, can also be customised to display weapons, objects, photos, and more. A new mode in Splatoon 3, where players can ditch the ink for cards. In theory, a rank will drop by 2 from the highest rank the player has achieved. The S+0 to S+9 crew will drop to S, and anyone above that will revert to S+0. Nintendo appears to have run out of two-sided battles to pit Splatoon players against each other, as the new Turf Wars gimmick in Splatoon 3 is three-sided battles. You can also change the emote that your character does upon winning a match. You'll have to return it at the end, but you'll get Super Sea Snails in return, with the number you receive based on your rank.

Curious about the Splatoon 3 Demo? Whether you're new to Splatoon, or a veteran, we've got an Inkling that you'll find our guide helpful.

Both parts of the event last for 6 hours each, so be sure to make the most of your time with the game. Though the demo can be downloaded from August 18 onwards, you won't be able to access the tutorial until August 25. Once you're confident in your inking skills, you'll be ready to take on the Splatfest special event that's taking place on August 27. On August 27, a Splatoon 3 demo will be available for free on the Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop. The test will be packaged as a Splatfest World Premiere event. During the first half of the event, you'll be able to engage in inky battle across the tried and tested four vs. On this page, you'll see a link to the demo.

A new Ranked mode, Anarchy Battles, features rotating competitions with a “win five, lose three” criteria. Salmon Run, a returning mode, is a multiplayer horde ...

From cosmetic updates to new modes teased like X and League Battles, Nintendo seems ready to support the game for a long time to come. Table Turf Battles is a one-on-one deckbuilder that holds battles through collectible cards that are earned throughout the main game. The video also shows a Splatoon card game.