Summary
Nintendo has revealed thatSplatoon 3’s final Splatfast will begin on September 13 and its theme will be choosing between the Past, Present, and Future. First released in 2022,Splatoon 3had two years of post-launch content and support. These free updates have kept the game fresh and provided fans with plenty to do, with one of the most community-driven game modes being Splatfest.Splatoon 3’s Splatfests are held regularly and are a unique twist on the Turf War game mode, asking players to pick between three teams and competing to see which side will cumulatively come out on top.
Hackers and dataminers found evidence of howSplatoon 3was nearing the end of an eraearlier this June, uncovering a new hub, visuals, and a schedule that involved all three idol groups singing in rotation. In particular, this schedule would see all three groups sharing the stage, rather than being in their own separate hubs. A new trailer released by Nintendo shares some more information about when this Splatfest will occur, along with what side each idol group will represent.
The final Splatfest is called the Grand Festival, withall three ofSplatoon 3’s idol groupsparticipating in the festivities, which means players will get to hear performances from the Squid Sisters, Off the Hook, and Deep Cut. All three will be sporting new outfits for the festivities, along with their classic outfits for the first few days. This Splatfest will be held from September 13-16, lasting for three days.
When Is Splatoon 3’s Grand Festival Taking Place?
The theme of the Splatfest is what is more important: the Past, Present, or Future. Unlikepast Splatfests inSplatoon 3, the sides aren’t being represented by the individual members of Deep Cut, but rather the aforementioned idol groups. Team Past is represented by the Squid Sisters, Team Present is represented by Off the Hook, and Team Future will be represented by Deep Cut.
These sides do make a bit of sense, as the Squid Sisters were the ones that started it all, Off the Hook is still thriving in the present day ofSplatoon 3, and Deep Cut is the fresh, new talent that is succeeding both. With this being the last Splatfest, it’s likely the results of the Grand Festival Splatfest will determine the potential direction ofSplatoon 4. This wouldn’t be too surprising, as priorSplatoongames were influenced by their predecessor’s last Splatfest’s results. Nintendo will also release a set ofSplatoon 3Amiibo figures based on the Squid Sisters and Off the Hook to celebrate the final Splatfest.
Splatoon 3
WHERE TO PLAY
Enter 4-on-4* ink-slinging battles in this colorful action shooter packed with style and attitude. As a squid-like Inkling, quickly cover your surroundings (and opponents) in ink with wild weaponry and swim through your own color to sneak and splat. Dive into the fresh fun with family and friends and make waves as a team. Get splatted by an opponent? No sweat! The goal in Turf War is to cover the most ground, so respawn and jump back into the inky action.Keep it current with rotating items, seasonal catalogs, and special events: Variety is the spice of an Inkling’s life, so check out shops daily for a changing array of gear that is as fashionable as it is functional. Timed events like Splatfests bring different types of chaotic competition and content updates add even more weapons and stages. Earn points to get in-game items from season-specific catalogs to dress up your own personal locker and show your style.Use inky new abilities and weapons to compete, cooperate, or clear up the mystery of the Fuzzy Ooze: Dynamic new moves like the Squid Surge and Squid Roll will help you and your fellow Inklings cover more ground and avoid enemy ink. Take aim with the bow-like Stringer and get slash happy with sword-like Splatanas—these new weapon types join an arsenal of fresh special weapons and sub weapons, too. Work together to collect Golden Eggs and fend off brand-new swarms of invading Salmonids in the co-op Salmon Run mode. Tackle a solo adventure alongside a Smallfry companion to solve the mystery of the Fuzzy Ooze in the offline story mode.
