Release date finally inked for shooter sequel
Dig out your Splattershot, Nintendo has announced a release date for ink-blastin’ sequel Splatoon 3 — the popular multiplayer arena shooter franchise will return Spetember 9, exclusively on Nintendo Switch. In addition to the date reveal, Nintendo dropped a four-minute “Turf War” gameplay video.
Splatoon 3, which was first revealed back in February of last year, will once again see Squid Kids and Octolings fighting it out in chaotic ‘n’ colorful multiplayer mayhem. Armed with an arsenal of unique and sometimes very silly weaponry, players will engage in running battles across a variety of new and returning modes and stages. The community can very likely expect the return of the semi-regular “Splatfest” community events, as well as frequent DLC drops for weaponry, clothing, and other content.
Following on from the climax of Splatoon 2, the new sequel will be set in a (surprsingly adorable) post-apocalyptic version of Inkopolis, brought about by the success of “Chaos” in the preceding title’s final splatfest. An aesthetic of homemade armor, beat-up stages, and invading mutant creatures pervaded previous videos, offering the classic Splatoon action a whole new aesthetic.
The new news pertaining to Splatoon 3‘s release comes during a tumultuous week for Nintendo. The long-time developer/publisher has had a labor complaint issued against it by an ex-Nintendo of America employee, who alleges that the company has exercised “coercive” union-busting tactics among its staff. Nintendo has denied the allegation and is working with the National Labor Relations Board to investigate the claim.
Chris Moyse
Senior Editor – Chris has been playing video games since the 1980s. Former Saturday Night Slam Master. Graduated from Galaxy High with honors. Twitter: @ChrisxMoyse
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