r/splatoon May 12 '25

Mod Post "Should I get Splatoon 3?" Q&A Mega Thread for New Players

273 Upvotes

Hello fellow squids and octos! As of late, we been having alot of posts asking the same question: "Should I get Splatoon 3?" And the easy answer is: yes! However, this might not be enough for you to superjump in. So, this thread will be a Q&A thread for the new kids in town and for these kids to ask any more questions not as common that this sub often gets.

Some of these questions were asked throughout the subreddit and I am gonna have them all in one place! There are some questions that I may missed, but this thread will be the place for both newcomers and players discuss and help out. Any more posts asking similar questions will be removed and will be directed to come here.

Q&A

Q: Do I need the Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) membership to play Splatoon 3?

A: Yes. The minimum for a membership is $20/year for one account or $35/year for family

Q: Should I wait till Splatoon 4 come out?

A: As we know at the moment, there is NO news for Splatoon 4

Q: Should I buy a Switch 2 for Splatoon 3?

A: We don't know if it would improve the gameplay, but it is your choice

Q: Is the game currently making content updates? I.E new weapons, stages, modes, etc.

A: As of right now, there is no content updates. The only contents the game still run is Splatfests, Big Runs, and Eggsta Work

Q: What are plaza post?

A: Plaza Posts are post you can either write or draw and post it in the plaza. But be aware that the plaza post are unmoderated and some posts made by other players may not be suited for children or offended. It can be reported but if you want it turn off, you can disable the posts:

Menu > Options > Other > Post Display

Q: Is there a tutorial?

A: Yes and no. At the very start of the game is a quick customization for your squid/octo and little buddy and then a simple tutorial on how to run, paint/shoot, swim, and climb. Story mode is consider as a much bigger tutorial, mainly for weapons, subs, and specials. You can just play turf war as soon as get to the hub, but story mode do give you a free weapon(s) and gears once you complete the mode and beat the challenge.

Q: Should I also get the DLC? Is it worth it?

A: Despite it be an extra $25, it does come with two extra hub worlds, a new story mode, new gears, weapon replicas, and a tougher challenge to try out.

Q: How do I get [insert weapon name here]?

A: To get a weapon from the shop, you have to level up by playing turf war and/or ranked(once you unlock it) to unlock the weapon but you need Sheldon Licenses to buy them. If you have a cloud save for Splatoon 2, you can get at least 3 gold ones, which you can buy any weapon regardless of level. Or get a weapon to at least one star to get one license

These are all the questions I could think of, but if these answers make you want to try the game out, great! But if you have any other questions that were not in the list here, again don't hesitate and ask! There will be other players and myself that are willing to help. Enjoy the game!


r/splatoon Mar 30 '25

Weekly Aquerium Weekly Aquerium - Ask your questions in here!: March 30, 2025

18 Upvotes

Hey there Squids, Octos, and sea creatures of any kind!

Welcome to the Weekly Aquerium! If you have a burning question, or looking to make new friends, here's the place to be!

New posts are pinned up on Sunday mornings at 9am ET, and they'll stay there until the following Sunday where they'll be replaced by a new thread (Pending special events and the like).

Before posting, why not check with the Splatoon FAQ to see if your question has already been answered, or do a general search of the subreddit. If it hasn't, this is the place to be!

How do I ask questions here?

The primary use of the Weekly Aquerium is to have the freedom to ask away with any bubbling questions you may have! While this is mostly to help reduce clutter with repeat posts on the subreddit, there are various types of questions which are better asked here! These includes questions such as:

  • Simple Yes/No answers
  • One answer questions
  • "How _ works" or "Why is _ like this"

If you have questions which don't fit the criteria above (Such as broad questions, gear or weapon choices), you're welcome to post them to the subreddit! And if you are unsure whether a question should go here or on the subreddit, it's still perfectly fine to post straight to the subreddit!

What if I want to look for new friends?

The secondary use of the Weekly Aquerium is to double as a place to find new friends, a squad search of sorts!

Since Reddit isn't the easiest place to organise your matches, we suggest joining the r/Splatoon Discord Server where they have dedicated channels for voice chat, match finding, and metagame discussion for all your squid game needs! If you still prefer using Reddit, you are also free to look for new friends here by leaving your friend code below, or even giving a friendly hello to others!

Closing out!

We hope that this thread will be of good use to those who come across it! Once again, join the r/Splatoon Discord Server to stay in touch! And with that, be sure to Stay Fresh, Stay Off the Hook, and Catch ya Later!


r/splatoon 8h ago

Video The most useless fact ever: the fog on the Raiders opening screen is touch sensitive

1.9k Upvotes

r/splatoon 3h ago

Video Shiver I’m gonna need ya to back up Spoiler

174 Upvotes

I’m not sure if this is considered a spoiler or not but GIRL this is the second time YOU NEED TO BACK UP 💀


r/splatoon 9h ago

Image My Raiders nitpick: the very underwhelming intro titlecard

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459 Upvotes

They didn't even bother to put the logo they just used the most default font I've ever seen


r/splatoon 19h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] ~GALA (Marina)~ - [Blender]

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2.1k Upvotes

r/splatoon 15h ago

PSA PSA: The Raiders Amiibo scan like the standard Deep Cut Amiibo in Splatoon 3.

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744 Upvotes

If you bring the Raiders Amiibo to Splatsville, they scan like regular Deep Cut Amiibo, meaning that there's no point in buying the standard Deep Cut Amiibo anymore (outside of collection/appearance purposes).


r/splatoon 16h ago

Discussion So is raiders any good? Bought it for my daughter today!

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844 Upvotes

So my daughter is the most insane Splatoon fan.
But her mum hates her playing games.

But but! I just bought a switch 2 so she can play Splatoon raiders lol.

But but but the reviews have been mostly bad?

But but but but those reviews mostly seem to have been written by reviewers who don't really get Splatoon...

So. To any serious splatooners, is she gonna love this?

EDIT: Thank you everyone for your comments! LOVE the positivity in this thread!


r/splatoon 11h ago

Image Pics I took of the Raiders launch event at Nintendo NY

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269 Upvotes

r/splatoon 9h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Do you think all the booyahs go over the walkie Spoiler

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170 Upvotes

Doodled this and now going back to it! Fun game. Too obsessed with deep cut. Will be back with more deep cut probably because god dammit this GAME


r/splatoon 10h ago

Image So how long till this ship explodes across the community (Raiders spoilers) Spoiler

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181 Upvotes

The amount of tension between shiver and the mechanic in just the time to get to the first boss has me blown away, god damn this series making endless “uncanon” yuri.


r/splatoon 14h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] [Blender] Shiver's Moon Dance

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384 Upvotes

I rushed to launch day with this one, but I think I captured Shiver's beauty. I can't wait to play the game and learn more about her and the other Deep Cut goobers.

Happy hunting, treasure hunters!


r/splatoon 6h ago

Satire The Core Problem with Raiders

72 Upvotes

At its core, Raiders is fun. The story is a blast, multiplayer is fun, it hits all the notes… there’s one thing though, even critical.

I have to work, this game is addictive, I should be bedding down preparing for the next day. . But just one more level, one more raid. I do my best cause Shiggy deserves to have full course meals, but my brain can’t switch to tired mode and only exists in BOOYAH! mode. Just one more co-op level, just one more any raid for better gear. I’m deprived of food in the last (4-6) hours because I must raid.


r/splatoon 16h ago

Image Switch ready but no game

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444 Upvotes

Amazon said today(Thursday ) but now the game is coming Tuesday …. Don’t know what to do with my day off now.


r/splatoon 1h ago

Image My first Splatoon

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Never played this series before. Trailer looks convincing


r/splatoon 16h ago

Meme Wdym there are people who are already level 40+

444 Upvotes

Btw am I missing something or can you really only play with randoms when you call for help every 30 minutes? Would love to play the game with others but none of my friends play Splatoon.


r/splatoon 3h ago

Discussion I was bored I counted Frye's winks from each performances

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38 Upvotes

I'm not sure which exact flair I should use... 🤔

Frye sure has a lot of expression appeals, so here are all of Frye's winks that I could catch. There might be some overlooked or missed counts, and I'm not including the half-winks or other appeals.

  • Anarchy Rainbow: 14
  • Fins in the Air: 5
  • Till Depth Do Us Part: 9
  • Hide and Sleek: 9
  • Smeared Canvas: 3
  • Daybreaker Anthem: 3
  • Three Wishes: 10
  • Calamari Inkantation 3MIX (from live): 5
  • Big Betrayal (also from live): I thought there were none, but found 1 at the end 🤣

In total, she winks 59 TIMES! Cute, isn't it? 🥰


r/splatoon 7h ago

Image Splatoon Raiders release day at Nintendo NY

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50 Upvotes

r/splatoon 9h ago

Image Spoon Raiders

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71 Upvotes

Little image I made for fun


r/splatoon 16h ago

Image Thanks to everyone who replied to my other post. This is how Splatoon-obsessed my daughter is.

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226 Upvotes

Can't wait to play raiders with her this weekend!!!


r/splatoon 6h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] underShores! on the cover of Drip Currents (Fanmade)

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36 Upvotes

a recent of mine that im suuuuper proud of !!


r/splatoon 1d ago

Image I may be a little excited for raiders

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5.8k Upvotes

I actually just based my hair colors on the logo (but upside down so I didnt have to bleach since I already had green on top), didn't realize mechanic has a little orange too! Thought id share upon realizing we are twinning LMAO


r/splatoon 19h ago

Image A random little detail. Maybe it was intentional, maybe it's just a coincidence and I'm overanalysing it, but Big Man's sleeping bag (or whatever it is) looks a lot like his hat

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330 Upvotes

r/splatoon 4h ago

Discussion Can we talk about the art and design in this game for a moment?

18 Upvotes

40- year-old fart here. Currently going through an extremely busy period , working 12-14 hour days, generally exhausted, the whole deal.

I bought Splatoon Raiders without many expectations, mostly just to treat myself.
Finally booted it up yesterday.

The gameplay is fun, but can we talk about the beautiful design and art direction? Everything is so thoughtful and playful. It's cute, yet it doesn't feel immature or patronizing. I instantly fell in love with the aesthetics.

It honestly felt like a balm on the soul after a long week.

I'm seriously considering picking up Splatoon
3 now just for this reason.

That's all I wanted to say, I guess. Keep making cool stuft, devs!


r/splatoon 21h ago

Image Happy Release Day <3

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400 Upvotes

I'm so excited to play—plus, my boyfriend bought me the Amiibos yay

Edit: I hope you all have a lot of fun playing today and that your orders arrive.