This video is also an opportunity for Nintendo to announce the return of festivals, multiplayer events that are there to keep the community in suspense. It is also indicated that a Splatfest World Premiere will be organized on August 27, in order to allow the most motivated and impatient to participate in this global event before the launch of the game on September 9. In terms of new gameplay, we learn of the arrival of the squid surge, a maneuver that allows you to suddenly climb the walls by swimming. There is also the squid spin, which consists of squirting ink while rotating on itself and which allows you to send back some of the opposing ink when the character shines. Splatoon 3 will also offer new and old stages, and some are reserved exclusively for very specific game modes. Nintendo also announces a total of 12 courses at the launch of the game and others will be added via free updates. More details have been revealed, including weapons, game modes, lobby functionality, customization options, and the return of mammals.
- Main weapons of the Splat Country: all weapons from previous Splatoon games are available when Splatoon 3 launches. explode, or the Éclatana Doto, capable of projecting sprays of ink and performing charged blows, will make a sensational debut.
- Special weapons : special weapons are a type of weapon that can be activated after inking enough land, and Splatoon 3 sees the arrival of entirely new models. Players can use the districool to serve cold drinks granting bonuses to their team, the paf sonar to spot nearby opponents, or the cavalsquale to charge into the fray and sow discord. Some special weapons well known to fans of the series will also be back, such as the multi-missile, the chromo-jet, the rain of ink, the ultra-buffer or the joliezator. Special weapons are associated with main weapons, so players can find the combination that suits them best.
- Game modes: the turf wars will not be the only opportunity to liquidate his adversaries in the Clabousse region. It will also be possible to aim for the top of the rankings in Anarchy matches, which include four different modes that follow a rotation: Zone Defense, Risky Expedition, Bazookarp Mission and Clam Rain. Anarchy Match mode (series) allows solo play, while Anarchy Match mode (open) is ideal for those wishing to play with friends. It will also be possible to participate in private matches where the modes and rules can be freely defined. With the exception of the Anarchy Match mode (series), it will also be possible to play all the modes accessible from the lobby with friends in order to chain games with the same group. It will also be possible to play the different game modes with several people in local wireless mode via the Calamarcade*4.
- A Salmon Run mode of a size never seen before : the Salmon Run mode in which four players must team up to collect golden eggs and repel waves of Salmonoids is back and will be accessible at any time in Splatoon 3. (one of the new Salmonarchs) will also make a sensational entrance. In addition it will also be necessary to prepare for the Big Run, an event that will occur several times a year and where the Salmonoids will invade the city of Inklings and Octolings.
- The return of the mammals : the all-new Story mode, perfect for getting to grips with the art of inking and learning how to wield the game's various weapons, will also invite players on an adventure to discover the secrets of Alterna and the strange shaggy mush. As Number 3, new recruit of the Swordfish squadron, new version, it will be necessary to lead the fight against the Octarians who, inexplicably, are now covered in fur. With the courageous Salmioche by their side, players will have to explore many stages strewn with pitfalls.
- Lobby features : the hall of Cité-Clabousse brings together many features. Friends currently online will appear there as 3D holograms. During a match, it is very easy to join a friend to play with or against him. And by forming a group, it is possible to see what others are doing in real time at any time. The lobby also allows you to rewatch recent matches in their entirety with many options, such as changing your point of view.
- Catalog and customization options: the Splatiquettes of all participants are displayed at the start of each match. They can be personalized with a banner, badge and title. In addition, it is also possible to customize the victory emoticon of his character. All these customization elements can be obtained via the in-game catalog, available at Coolypso, the general store in Cité-Clabousse. It will be possible to exchange points earned in matches for all kinds of items ranging from seasonal equipment to bonus fragments. After the launch of the game and for two years thereafter, the contents of the catalog will be updated every three months*3.
- Maps & Territory: the Cité-Clabousse Cartodrome is the scene of Cartes & Territoire matches, the 1-on-1 card game inspired by turf wars. Players can ink different shapes using different cards to build up energy and unleash powerful special attacks. There are over 150 collectible cards in play.
- SplatNet 3 : SplatNet 3*5 is an online service for Splatoon 3 available when the game is launched via the Nintendo Switch Online application for connected devices and which allows you to view your latest match stats, order in-game equipment available unique to Céphalochic , or to discover the Odyssey of Omar, which it will be possible to support in his adventure by using the points obtained by inking the field.
- New amiibo: new Splatoon 3 amiibo (sold separately) depicting an Octoling Boy, an Inkling Girl, and a Salmioche will be available this winter. Using an amiibo in-game allows you to save your favorite outfits so you can change into an instant. In addition, amiibo also allow you to obtain special equipment as well as to take photos with them.
- Future updates: the in-game catalog will be updated every three months for two years after the game's launch. New weapons will arrive with each catalog update. Additionally, X Matches and Team League Matches will also be coming in a future update. X matches can be accessed after reaching a very high rank in anarchy match. Team League Matches will allow players to participate every two hours in matches based on the results obtained in Match Anarchy. A large paid DLC is also planned, more details on this subject will be communicated later.
