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.
Splatoon 3 updated to version 6.1.0 patch notes
In the latest update for Splatoon 3, Nintendo has rolled out version 6.1.0, which focuses on enhancing multiplayer modes and rebalancing weapons. The update also addresses changes to Mincemeat Metalworks, which was temporarily removed from the rotation earlier this week. Players can download the patch immediately to experience improvements and tweaks designed to provide a smoother, more enjoyable gaming experience.
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Multiplayer changes
- Mincemeat Metalworks terrain has changed in all modes.
- The specifications of some major weapons have changed.
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arms |
Change details |
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N-ZAP’85 N-ZAP ’89 |
Maximum damage increased from 28.0 to 30.0. |
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generator roller golden generator drum |
Expanded the angle at which horizontal swings deal maximum damage. |
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Frinza roller |
Expanded the angle at which horizontal swings deal maximum damage. Reduced the time it takes for ink to start recovering after vertical swing by approximately 5/60 seconds. |
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writing brush ink pen style |
Movement speed is increased by approximately 3% when holding down the ZR button to draw and move forward. Ink consumption while drawing has been reduced by approximately 7% while holding the ZR button to advance. |
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Sprat Brera Sorella Brera |
The amount of ink consumed when shooting is reduced by approximately 13%. |
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Undercover Brera Undercover Sorella Brera |
When players hold down the ZR button to fire, they are now able to jump higher than before. |
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Squeezer Aluminum foil extrusion machine |
The amount of ink consumed in the first shot after pressing the ZR button increased by approximately 9%. Slightly reduced the amount of droplets produced by bullets fired while holding the ZR button. |
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Ballpoint pen splash Ballpoint pen splash new style |
Slightly increased the dispersion of shots fired towards land at longer flight ranges. |
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Splatana Stamp New Spratana Stamp |
The spray droplet width produced by the charged slash is reduced by about 10%. |
- The specifications of some special weapons have changed.
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special weapons |
Change details |
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Breaker |
Once placed, surrounding enemies will be marked for a short time. |
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ink storm |
Damage taken within the area of effect of your team’s Ink Storm is healed more quickly, even when not submerged in ink. |
- The points required for some special weapons have been changed.
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arms |
forward |
back |
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Neo Sploosh-o-matic |
180 |
170 |
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Forge Splash Shooter Pro |
210 |
200 |
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Luna shock wave |
180 |
170 |
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Bamboozler 14 Mk I |
200 |
190 |
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zinc mini splash |
200 |
190 |
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splash shot |
190 |
200 |
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Hero Shooting Replica |
190 |
200 |
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N-ZAP’85 |
190 |
200 |
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Three new styles |
200 |
210 |
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Severely edited splash |
190 |
200 |
This update focuses on making adjustments to multiplayer gameplay. For the main weapons, we have made adjustments to make some weapons easier to control and use their advantages. We have also adjusted the performance of some weapons that can hold the line at long distances. For special weapons, we have made some changes, creating new ways to use them and expanding the scope of gameplay. We plan to release the next update at the end of the season. It will mainly focus on weapon balance adjustments and adding features for the new season starting in March.
Bug fixes
Fix player controls
- Fixed an issue where charging a foam bomb would sometimes show the number of charge explosions approximately 1/60 of a second faster than the actual increase.
- Fixed an issue that sometimes caused the jump animation to be ignored when activating Kraken Royale while the player was swimming in ink on the wall.
- Fixed an issue that would sometimes cause the Rainmaker to become embedded in the wall if the player carrying it was splashed while dipping in ink on the wall.
Fix multiplayer
- Fixed an issue in Bluefin Depot that caused players who activated the Zipcaster near certain areas on the elevator to clip into the terrain when returning to their original location after the effect ended.
- Fixed an issue in the Bluefin Tuna Warehouse that caused Tenta Missiles and Ink Storm to be cut off by objects such as elevators or metal bridges.
- Fixed an issue with Bluefin Tuna Warehouse in Turf Wars and Rainmaker modes that allowed players to inadvertently reach higher terrain using triple splash in certain areas.
- Fixed an issue with Bluefin Depot allowing players to inadvertently land on certain terrain in all modes except Tower Control.
- Fixed an issue in the Bluefin Tuna Warehouse allowing players to access certain terrain while in tower control mode.
- Fixed an issue with Bluefin Depot in tower control mode that caused certain walls near the center of the stage to not be inked correctly.
- Fixed an issue in Bluefin Tuna Warehouse in Rainmaker mode where players would not be allowed to swim in certain areas, even though they appeared to be inked.
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Fix salmon run
- Fixed an issue where replaying job scenes recorded in past versions would sometimes result in a different Salmon King than originally appeared.
- Fixed an issue that would sometimes prevent players from using a Grizzco Splatana to perform a charged slide to hit Boss Salmonids if another player in the crew had a Splatana Stamper or Splatana Wiper.
- Fixed an issue in the Spawn Ground that caused players to be slowed down when on top of certain terrain.
Other fixes
- Fixed an issue on the locker edit screen that sometimes caused the name of the selected weapon to not display correctly when the weapon icons were arranged in a certain order.
Improvements in Splatoon 3 version 6.1.0
In its latest update, Splatoon 3 has received major improvements in version 6.1.0, with a primary focus on improving the multiplayer experience. Primary weapons, such as the N-ZAP ’85 and Dynamo Roller, have been tweaked to enhance their performance. For example, N-ZAP ’85 and N-ZAP ’89 now have increased maximum damage, giving players even more firepower. The Generator Roller and Gold Generator Roller expand the angle of the horizontal swing for maximum damage, providing greater versatility in combat.
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Additionally, Inkbrush and Inkbrush Nouveau have been tweaked to increase movement speed and reduce ink consumption when painting while advancing. Splat Brella and Sorella Brella consume less ink when shooting, while Undercover Brella and Undercover Sorella Brella now allow players to jump higher while shooting. These changes are designed to make various weapons more user-friendly and strategic in combat.
The update also introduces changes to special weapons, with Wave Breaker now marking enemies when placed, and Ink Storm more quickly regenerating damage taken within its area of effect. Additionally, adjustments have been made to the points required for certain special weapons, providing a way to rebalance their availability in combat.
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.
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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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