r/splatoon • • May 12 '25

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

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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

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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 • • 2h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Dang, yall live like this?

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r/splatoon • • 16h ago

Image Costumes in progress + weapons in progress as well

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Me and my family are going as Splatoon so there is me and my sisters cosplays for Halloween and an upcoming convention !

Please ignore her make up we just got back from a play 😭​​​


r/splatoon • • 1h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] THEY ARE DONE (deep cut can wait)

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can you guess what album covers they're on? (I was posting this when I realized I forgot maries mole…. oopsies)


r/splatoon • • 13m ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Callie & Marie doodle I did

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Sorry i keep forgetting to post lol my bad, byeeeee!


r/splatoon • • 7h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] “It’s like describing a squid to someone who’s never seen one and asking them to draw it”

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48 Upvotes

r/splatoon • • 12h ago

Salmon Run All Splatanas can phase through Scrappers

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112 Upvotes

It's the easiest with Mint and GTana but also possible with Stamper and Wiper. The Scrapper must be moving toward you or fully stunned for it to work reliably.

Probably practical only sometimes but it looks cool.


r/splatoon • • 5h ago

Discussion Does anyone else like the way certain weapons sound??

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This sounds so strange lol but when I was a kid I loved playing specifically with the Splattershot jr, the Splattershot, and the octo shot because I like the way they sounded when shooting. Am I the only one that's done this?


r/splatoon • • 18h ago

Meme Kamila, if you happen to see this, u da real splatooner

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Matches are alwys fun when you drop in


r/splatoon • • 1d ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] callie’s halloween outfit looks oddly familiar,,

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875 Upvotes

randomly thought of this and drew it immediately

twitter: @maomarulii
tiktok/instagram: @maomaruli


r/splatoon • • 7h ago

Video Just New Squiffer Zipcaster shi

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17 Upvotes

I’ll probably never use again


r/splatoon • • 3h ago

Discussion I feel like I'm getting worse and it's really demoralizing

7 Upvotes

I've been playing this game for about 3 months by now and overall I've been having a blast!

At first I felt like I was slowly improving but as of last week I feel like I've only gotten worse, I get consistently splatted during matches and my lose-to-win ratio is honestly embarrassing. I don't know why because I didn't change anything in how I play. I mostly stick to shooters, dualies and sloshers.

I'm level 24 and my rank is b+. If anyone has any solid advice I'd love to hear it

EDIT: Thanks everyone for all of the encouragement and advice! I definitely feel better about myself and will take everything to heart next time I play :)


r/splatoon • • 15h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Inktober Day 27 - Pebble in the Shoe (@Yay4rt)

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look, young marina has a pebble in yonder shoe (im not sure that’s how you use yonder)

i was gonna draw her little hiking backpack too but it’s a weekday so uhhhh :7

(https://bsky.app/profile/yay4rt.bsky.social)


r/splatoon • • 15h ago

Splatfest Happy Splatfest & Halloween! 🎃

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Me and the real Callie want to say happy Halloween and happy Splatfest! Last time I did Splatfest was on the Wii U!

TL;DR: wishing everyone a happy fest and Halloween!


r/splatoon • • 5h ago

Discussion What's your favourite band song?

11 Upvotes

I always see people talk about their favourite idols and their songs, or the tracks for story mode, but never about the in-universe bands and their songs. Which is ironic because we probably hear those the most often!

My personal favourite is Shifting Stars by Riot Act


r/splatoon • • 5h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Splatoon 3 species expansion concept-Non sapient animals

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1)Vaquipup:A domestic descendant of the vaquita that eats Clams,Gadicod,swish and Rats.

Is an exotic pet

2)Castorodentalus- a 4 ton coastal animal with denture that can capture clams and live in groups up to a hundreds.Descended from the eurasian beavers and convergently evolved into Atopodentalus by result of eviromental pressures.

Pangosloth:Descend from the chinese pangolins,these animals fill the niche of the extinct chalicotherium and mostly feed on sea snail like their relatives;the Spyke's pangolin.

Salmon-head vulture:Avian dinosaurs that hunt flying salmonids and are way more aggresive.


r/splatoon • • 16m ago

Discussion How often does this happen to you?

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Sorry for poor quality photo, I was trying to capture it quickly. This seems to be happening more frequently when I play online and it’s frustrating. But it always says ‘no contest’ on my end. Could it still be my connection that is the issue?


r/splatoon • • 23h ago

Video Oh. Um... bye?

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216 Upvotes

(Uncut to show this happened after booting up the game)


r/splatoon • • 14h ago

Discussion Im curious what the age range is here

43 Upvotes

I feel like im the only adult that plays splatoon. please say theres more (im 27)


r/splatoon • • 1d ago

Video The woomy CANNOT feel this good bro 😭😭

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288 Upvotes

r/splatoon • • 1d ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Frye fanart :3

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373 Upvotes

r/splatoon • • 1h ago

Discussion Is 2026 an I finally beat the entire main collection of Splatoon games!

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I finally beat side order. I was not expecting to beat in 2026 Splatoon 2, Octo Expansion, Splatoon 3 and Side Order. My next game is obviously going to be Raiders. I beat the original back at launch. I always remember the epic music and final boss fight. Who would have thought that 9 years later I would have 2 daughters that would love The Squid Sisters and Calamari Inkation. Only because they like them I decided to play the rest of the catalogue of games. Just so we can listen to the tracks. I am glad I did. Amazing tunes, epic boss fights and awesome gameplay! Raiders, here we go!


r/splatoon • • 2m ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Three new Splatoon BJD head shells in progress! 🦑

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Just finished modeling these three GSC-style head shells! Next up is resin printing. Can’t wait to see how they turn out as physical parts! 👀✨


r/splatoon • • 22h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] DISCOPHONY, Idol Duo Concept

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I dont have any lore for these guys LOL I just like to character design. Let me know what u think.....