Ink it up in this colorful action shooter packed with style and attitude
Spray, ink, and splat opponents in chaotic 4-on-4 battles*
Team up or face off with family and friends locally or online*
Use new maneuvers, weapons, and gear to ink your way to victory
Customize your nameplate, locker, and choose from an array of victory emotes
Work with fellow Inklings in the revamped co-op Salmon Run* mode, and uncover the mystery of the fuzzy ooze in a new single-player story mode
Updates and rotating seasons keep the action fresh
Description
SRL meteorologist here to officially welcome you to Chill Season 2022! It starts on Thursday 12/1, and it's jam-packed with new weapons, stages, and events. Start warming up your splat trigger now. Brrr!
Winner - Best Multiplayer - The Game Awards 2022
Ink, swim, and splat in the freshest shooter around
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.
In addition to new weapons and maneuvers, the SplatoonTM 3 game features brand-new battle stages like the desolate Scorch Gorge and the urban Eeltail Alley. When you aren’t splatting or shopping, outwit opponents in the Splatlands’ one-and-only card game, Tableturf Battles. With customizable nameplates called Splashtags, lockers to deck out, and a variety of victory emotes, Splatoon 3 has even more ways to show your individuality. Oh, you can also choose your eyebrows!
*Additional games, systems and/or Nintendo Switch Online membership required for multiplayer mode. Games, systems and Nintendo Switch Online membership sold separately. Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features. Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/switch-online.
Model Compatibility: Nintendo Switch Lite, Nintendo Switch
ESRB Age Rating: E10 - Everyone 10 and Older
ESRB Content Descriptors: Drug reference, strong language, blood and gore, intense violence
Electronics Condition: New
Video Game Genre: Shooter
Format: Digital
Multiplayer: Online and Local Multiplayer
Battery: No Battery Used
Street Date: September 9, 2022
TCIN: 85973140
UPC: 045496682651
Item Number (DPCI): 207-13-7168
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 0.01 inches length x 3.5 inches width x 5 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.01 ounces
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
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A: Yes, it does at least for in-store purchases. I went in today (day of release) and they had the sunglasses next to the physical copies. However, every store is different so I would just ask a worker.
submitted byShane - 4 years ago
A: i don't know there might be some fee outfits
submitted byGaming - 4 years ago
A: I went in the store today 9/9 (day of release) and the store employee said that they never received any bonus sunglasses shipment for the game. They have the game but not the bonus sunglasses.
submitted bybabypinkc - 4 years ago
Q: can i redeem the code on a console on got from the usa but i'm in a different county right now?
submitted by mahdi - 1 year ago
A: Hi mahdi, thanks for reaching out about Splatoon 3 - Nintendo Switch.
Yes, you can usually redeem a USA-region Splatoon 3 digital code on your Nintendo Switch even if you're currently in a different country,
If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.
submitted byJoe - 1 year ago
Target staff support
Q: Can I play this game on Switch 2?
submitted by Angie - 1 year ago
A: Hi Angie, thanks for reaching out about Splatoon 3 - Nintendo Switch.
Yes, Splatoon 3 is confirmed to be compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2 via backwards compatibility.
If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.
submitted byMatt - 1 year ago
Target expert support
Q: Is Splaton 3 a good game and is it worth the price tag
submitted by Jeramy - 4 years ago
A: i think it's good but all nintendo games have a big pricetag so i would say try and find a coupoun
This game offers a vibrant and engaging experience, especially for fans of multiplayer action. While the story mode is enjoyable and can be played without an online subscription, the multiplayer aspect requires a Nintendo Switch Online membership, which some guests found frustrating. The graphics are stunning, and the gameplay is addictive, making it a great choice for players of all ages. However, the lack of local multiplayer options may limit its appeal for family play.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
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4.6 out of 5 stars with 259 reviews
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62% would recommend
16 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
28 November, 2025
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Best multiplayer.
Richard
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommendWould not recommend
28 October, 2024
Toxic and Difficult Online
This game is meant to be played online, which unfortunately is nigh impossible. The matches are exceedingly fast paced 2 minute sessions, against fully leveled players with the best equipment. Each match is typically a landslide in either direction- there are no close or marginal victories. If this sounds fun to you, you're more than welcome to try it, but I'd recommend literally anything else.
The Chosen One
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommendWould not recommend
16 January, 2024Verified purchase
Not multiplayer seperate devices required
Other Nintendo devices are required for multiplayer. It does not offer split screen. This should have been noted more clearly in the description not with an asterisk that requires scrolling through several paragraphs to find,
Lindsey
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommendWould recommend
5 October, 2023Verified purchase
Splatoon
Its a fun game and it’s very easy the understand the controls Would buy again!(if I lose the first one-)
Amazibg Would Recommend
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommendWould not recommend
28 May, 2023Verified purchase
Requires a subscription to play
Returned the next day. Only one player and requires a subscription to play. $60 is steep for a game them throw in a monthly charge.
TiffFi
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2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommendWould not recommend
16 April, 2023
No Local Mutiplayer
I didn’t realize when I bought it that it’s a game that requires online subscription. Only one player per switch playing against people online. Some people may like that, but to not have an option to play multiplayer within the same house, really stupid. I wanted to play with my son.
VegasMirage
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommendWould recommend
15 April, 2023Verified purchase
Splatoon good
Endless amounts of fun for all ages. Great for kids, teens, and adults. Gameplay is pretty engaging too and colors look vibrant, especially on an OLED switch. This is a multiplayer heavy game though. So don’t forget you need Nintendo Switch Online for 90% of the game before buying this!
Photon Edge
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3 out of 5 stars
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10 April, 2023Verified purchase
Need online subscription
That it isn't multi player. Seems silly you can't make this muli player. My kids were so excited then realized not multiple player, then they said it's no fun without an online subscription. Talk about money wasted.
boymom
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5 out of 5 stars
17 March, 2023Verified purchase
Requested by grandson
Our grandson loves the game.
Sando
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommendWould recommend
28 February, 2023Verified purchase
Worth Every Penny!
Splatoon 3 has exceeded what Splatoon 2 was! Love the gameplay, and all the new features. You DO NOT need and online subscription to play the story mode, but you do need it if you wanna play online with other people. Other than that, story mode is also super long and will keep you entertained and challenged for weeks!
not worth the hassle
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5 out of 5 stars
15 January, 2023
Great game!!!!!!
This was such a fun game! My son absolutely loved it.
Lisa
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4 out of 5 stars
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3 January, 2023Verified purchase
It cost you more cause you need to buy an Nintendo Online account!!
My son loves the game but the annoy part of it, it doesn't explain that you NEED an Nintendo online account which cost money if you want to play people online. So I have been nagged for a week now for the purchase. Thanks Splatoon🤦♀️
Jane D
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5 out of 5 stars
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3 December, 2022
Splatoon 3
After 3 years of waiting Splatoon 3 finally came out and I have been loving it the story mode start slow but as you go one it gets really good and salmon run is way hard but you get more of an accomplishment when you finish a wave 10/10 game love it
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommendWould recommend
26 November, 2022
Great game with many options
Absolutely love this game it is very addicting. I love the story mode, love that there is multiple different matches online. Only thing that’s missing is split screen.. you’ll want an Nintendo online membership for this game to fully enjoy it.
Smurph
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5 out of 5 stars
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18 September, 2022
So much fun!
This game is addicting. From a first time Splatoon player, I was a bit overwhelmed with information. But once I got the hang of it and learned the menus/gameplay I started to really love the game. Turf war battles are where it’s at in my opinion, and I can’t get enough. Pick up this game if you haven’t played any Splatoon game before and you won’t regret it. It’s ALOT of fun.
JT
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5 out of 5 stars
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11 September, 2022
A great improvement
A great improvement I know some people may feel that the game is incomplete at launch due to the DLC they announced back in August, but we still have at least two years of support for this game and those updates are free. The second game was rushed, and you can kind of tell. After 5 years of development time, I think this is already a great start.
Moteau
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5 out of 5 stars
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10 September, 2022
10/10 Fun
This game is just so much fun. Tons do do. Graphics are stunning as well.
Joey
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4 out of 5 stars
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10 September, 2022
I like it but the matching time
I like it but the matching time took a long time about 3 minutes for me
Idk what to put here tbh
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5 out of 5 stars
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10 September, 2022Verified purchase
Bonus sunglasses
I liked the game very much but i do have a question and it is about the bonus sunglasses i didn't get them i had pre ordered this game since like july and now when i got my game yesterday there were no bonus sunglasses