Splatoon 3
“Splatoon 3” is a popular third-person shooter game developed and published by Nintendo exclusively for Nintendo Switch. It was released on September 9, 2022. As the third work in the “Splatoon” series, it succeeds “Splatoon 2”. The game retains the iconic ink-based combat while introducing online multiplayer (player versus player and player versus environment) and an engaging single-player campaign. The initial trailer was released on February 17, 2021, sparking huge anticipation ahead of its release.
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Critics praised its rich gameplay mechanics, customization options, additional maps, and single-player campaign. However, some criticism has been directed at the game’s matchmaking and disconnection issues, as well as its lack of fresh content. Splatoon 3 has been a huge success, selling a staggering 10.67 million copies worldwide as of March 31, 2023, establishing it as the fastest-selling game in the series and one of the best-selling games on Nintendo Switch.
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Splatoon 3 landing version 6.1.0 update
The latest update for Splatoon 3 Lands brings some changes to the multiplayer experience. Notable changes include changes to Mincemeat’s terrain and adjustments to certain primary and special weapons. Here are the major updates:
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Terrain changes:
- The terrain of Mincemeat Metalworks has been modified in all game modes.
Main weapon adjustments:
- N-ZAP ’85 and N-ZAP ’89: Maximum damage increased from 28.0 to 30.0.
- Dynamo Roller, Gold Dynamo Roller and Flingza Roller: Adjusted the angle of maximum damage fluctuation.
- Ink Pen and New Ink Pen: Increase movement speed and reduce ink consumption when drawing.
- Splat Brella and Sorella Brella: Reduced ink consumption when shooting.
- Undercover Brella and Undercover Sorella Brella: Increases jump height when shooting.
- Squeezer and Foil Squeezer: Adjust ink consumption and spray droplet quantity for better balance.
- Ballpoint Splash and Ballpoint Splash New Style: Adjusted shot dispersion at longer distances.
- Splatana Stamper and Neo Splatana Stamper: Reduce the width of charged slash ejection droplets.
Special weapon changes:
- Wave Breaker: Now marks nearby enemies for a short time when placed.
- Ink Storm: Damage regenerated faster within the team’s Ink Storm zone.
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Points requirement changes:
- Adjusted the points required for various weapons to promote better balance.
Upcoming updates:
- The next update is expected towards the end of the season and will focus on additional weapon balance adjustments and new features for the upcoming season in March.
These adjustments are designed to enhance gameplay by improving weapon performance and introducing new strategies for special weapons.
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Bug fixes to make the Splatoon 3 experience smoother
Player control fixes:
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- Corrected an issue with foam bomb charging to ensure that the number of charged explosions displayed accurately matches the actual time.
- Fixed an issue where activating Kraken Royale while swimming on an ink wall would skip the jump animation.
- Fixed an issue where the Rainmaker would get stuck on the wall if the carrier splashed while soaked in ink on the wall.
Multiplayer improvements:
- Addressed an issue on Bluefin Depot that prevented players from clipping into terrain after using a Zipcaster near certain elevator areas.
- Fixed interference with Tenta Missiles and Ink Storm caused by elevators or metal bridges in the Bluefin Tuna Warehouse.
- Corrected an unintentional bug in Bluefin Depot’s Turf War and Rainmaker modes, where Triple Splashdown allowed players to reach higher terrain.
- Fixed landing on unexpected terrain in all modes (except tower control) in the Blue Fin Depot.
- Fixed accessibility issues and ink coverage issues with certain walls and areas in Bluefin Depot tower control mode.
- Make sure the ink area of the Bluefin Tuna Warehouse can continue to swim in Rainmaker mode.
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Salmon run tweaks:
- Fixed an issue where a different King Salmon would sometimes appear when replaying job scenes.
- Addressed the challenge of using a Grizzco Splatana to splash Boss Salmonids with a charged swing while the crew has a Splatana Stamper or Splatana Wiper.
- Resolved an issue with slowdowns on certain terrain in the spawning grounds during the Salmon Run.
Other general fixes:
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- Fixed a display issue on the locker edit screen to ensure the correct name of the selected weapon is displayed, especially when the weapon icons are in a specific order.
Splatoon 3 gameplay
In Splatoon 3, you play as characters named Inklings or Octolings. You can use different weapons like a paint roller or a sniper rifle to fire colored ink to cover the ground or hit your opponents. In the game, you can transform into squid or octopus form to move faster and climb ink walls.
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There are three types of weapons: main weapons, secondary weapons and special weapons. The primary weapon is the weapon you choose to use, the secondary weapons are additional tools for your primary weapon, and the special weapons require you to cover the ground with ink in order to use them. You need to manage your ink levels, and swimming in the ink will help replenish it. The game has a lot of weapons, some new and some from earlier Splatoon games.
Splatoon 3 plot
In the game, players follow an old squid named Craig Cuttlefish into a dangerous place filled with furry ooze. They were recruited by Cuttlefish to join the new Squidward Jet Squad as Agent 3. They also have a pet salmon named “Buddy.” Little Buddy helps kill the ooze and clear the roads. Players fight against mutated Octarian enemies alongside Cuttlefish, who believes he has stolen the giant Zap that powers Spratsville.
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The adventure takes them to an underground city called Altena, where they meet familiar faces and discover Mr. Grizz’s plot to use plush ooze to transform living beings into mammals. They teamed up with a group called Deep Cut to stop this plan, ultimately saving the world and returning to Earth with the big Zapfish. Mr. Grizzi faces the consequences of his actions.
“Splatoon 3” trailer
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