Splatoon 3
Main Game
RELEASED
8.2
Sep 9, 2022
Nintendo Switch 2Nintendo SwitchbyNintendo EPD Production Group No. 5•Nintendo
Overview:|
This main game, a vibrant shooter/platformer released in 2022, centers on team-based Turf Wars where the goal is covering the most ground with ink. Players transform between humanoid and squid/octopus forms to swim through their own ink, enabling fast traversal and reloading. The core loop involves competitive matches utilizing new dynamic moves and weapons, like a bow-style slinger. The story mode tasks players with joining Agent 3 against the Octarians to investigate the Fuzzy Ooze and Alterna's secrets.
This main title, available on the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2, is a team-based third-person shooter that emphasizes territory control alongside combat. The setting shifts to the sun-scorched Splatlands, with the central hub being the chaotic city of Splatsville. The primary competitive focus remains the signature Turf War mode, where success is determined by which team covers the largest percentage of the map area with their colored ink.
Core Gameplay Loop and Mechanics
Players assume the roles of Inklings or Octolings, engaging in fast-paced matches using specialized ink-based weaponry. A defining mechanic involves the ability to instantly transform into a squid or octopus form. This transformation allows players to quickly swim through their own ink, enabling rapid map traversal, stealth, and automatic reloading of their ink supply.
The combat system has been enhanced with dynamic new movement options, giving fighters increased agility to dodge incoming fire and cover ground faster than before. The weapon roster has also seen additions, including a new bow-shaped weapon designed for slinging ink across varied distances.
What makes the combat unique in this Shooter?
Unlike traditional shooters where elimination is the primary goal, this game prioritizes area control. While defeating opponents is a tactical necessity, the ultimate victory condition in the core multiplayer modes hinges on the volume of territory inked. This mechanic forces players to balance aggressive pushing with strategic painting and defense of inked zones.
Story Mode Premise: Return of the Mammalians
The single-player experience casts the player as the new Agent 3, tasked with combating the persistent threat posed by the Octarian army. This narrative adventure involves exploring the mysteries surrounding a substance known as the Fuzzy Ooze and uncovering the secrets of the location called Alterna, which forms the thematic core of the story.
Current Content Status and Post-Launch Support
As a main release, the game has received ongoing support since its launch in 2022. This includes the introduction of significant new content through a major expansion, adding depth to the overall experience beyond the initial competitive and story offerings.
Platform Availability
The game is playable across the Nintendo Switch family of systems, including the Nintendo Switch 2.
Game Details
Primary Name: Splatoon 3
Type: Main Game
Series: Splatoon
Developer: Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 5
Publisher: Nintendo
Release Information
Release Date: Sep 9, 2022
Genres & Themes
Genres: Shooter, Platform
Themes: Action, Science fiction, Comedy
Platforms
Nintendo Switch 2Nintendo Switch
Game Modes
Perspective: Third person
Player Modes: Single-player
Game Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Age Ratings
ESRB:E10+ (Everyone 10+)
PEGI:7+
Cartoon-style shooter game in which squid-like characters battle using ink weapons.
CERO:A (All Ages)
USK:6+
GRAC:ALL (All Ages)
CLASS_IND:L (All Ages)
ACB:PG (Parental Guidance)
Mild violence, online interactivity
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